No, should not place Maxforce FC Magnum or Advion bait gel where there is active Temprid FX or any other insecticide. Baits should be up high and sprays down low. Here is a helpful article for treating roaches- Roach Control Article.
No, Maxforce FC Magnum is only labeled for roaches and would not be effective for Carpet Beetles. Our Carpet Beetle Kit would be the best option for treating carpet beetles in the home.
Please view our Carpet Beetle Treatment Guide for more information.
Maxforce FC Magnum contains the active ingredient Fipronil, and it contains 5 x more of the active ingredient than other roach bait gels with the same active ingredient. Maxforce FC Magnum has a great transfer effect throughout an active roach colony and often used when there are heavier roach infestations and for faster cleanout.
Please view our Roach Treatment Guide for more information.
Maxforce FC Magnum is labeled to treat roaches and will not work on other insects.
Talstar P would be a recommended to treat both indoors and outdoors for over 75+ insects including mealybugs, ants, roaches, spiders, etc. Indoors this applied as a crack and crevice applicaiton along baseboards, around window and door trim, behind appliances, under sinks, cabinets, around plumbing, etc. Outdoors, apply to the exterior foundation, windows, doors, and in landscape beds on ornamentals, bushes, shrubs, flowers as well as the lawn.
Please view the full product label for more information.
We do not believe that this would be a problem for your bird as we have never had any reports of this being an issue but since some species of birds can be very sensitive to any chemical we recommend that you contact your veterinarian and check with them. Please view the product label and the MSDS that are located on the product page of the roach bait gel you selected so you will be able to see the active ingredient and provide this information to the vet.
Yes, rotating roach baits is recommended when treating for actve roach infestations to prevent any bait aversion or resistance. When treating for active roaches, you want to use a combination of residual insecticide, roach bait gel and an insect growth regulator. Repeat applications should be done every 14 days consistently until you are no longer seeing roaches. The length of the treatment can vary taking weeks to months depending on the level of infestation. It is recommended to rotate roach baits after 60-90 days. Our Roach Control Kits are set up to help with a Roach Treament Rotation Program. Roach Kit A uses the FC Magnum Roach Bait as this is a cleanout bait with a great transfer effect throughout a roach colony.
Please view our Roach Control Kits HERE and our Roach Treatment Guide for more information. We have a quick video on How to Apply Roach Control Kits to show how the products are applied.
It is not recommended to overapply Maxforce FC Magnum. The product should be used according to the product label. The label states,
For light to moderate infestations (or for retreatments), use up to 1.5 grams of bait per square yard.
To clean out severe or heavy infestations, use up to 3.0 grams of bait per square yard.
Large cockroaches such as American, Smokey-Brown or Oriental: 1 to 2 grams of bait per square yard."
You would not apply the Maxforce FC Magnum in the same area as a dust as this would contaminate the bait and make is less attractive for the roaches. Dusts are only for use around baseboards and in cracks and crevices, behind switch plates, electrical boxes etc. Baits are placed higher up.
Gel cockroach bait and bait stations should be placed in the following areas for the best results:
Yes, Maxforce FC Magnum is labeled for American roaches, which are typically called palmetto bugs or water bugs. Please take a few moments to review our treatment article and videos on How to Get Rid of Roaches for more helpful information.
It is unlikely that just using Maxforce FC Magnum or any other bait gel on its own will eradicate a severe roach infestation. We would recommend that you use one of our roach control kits, which include an insecticide spray and an insect growth regulator (IGR) in addition to a bait gel. Please take a moment to look over our Roach Control Guide for more information on how to implement a successful treatment program.
Yes. Additional plungers can be purchased on our site individually or in bags of 12.
Using Maxforce FC Magnum (or any other roach bait gel) on its own is unlikely to eradicate a roach infestation, especially if it is severe. We would recommend implementing a complete roach treatment program, which includes using an insecticide spray and an insect growth regulator (IGR) along with a roach bait gel, as well as non-chemical methods like proper sanitation and removing potential food and water sources. We normally suggest that you use one of our roach control kits to treat a roach infestation, so that you will have all of the necessary products.
Maxforce FC Magnum is not a contact kill type of product, so they will not die as soon as they touch it. It will start to work on their system and they will start getting weaker and dying within a few hours of contact. However, please keep in mind that roaches are difficult to control, so it will likely take more than 5 days to see full results. Moderate roach infestations can take a few weeks to get rid of, and severe infestations can take several months even when using all of the products needed (insecticide, IGR, roach bait), and sanitation is up to par. Please take a few moments to review our treatment article/videos on How to Get Rid of Roaches for a successful eradication program.
Maxforce FC Magnum is labeled for several species of roaches including German, American, Oriental and Smokey Brown roaches. It is also labeled for stored pests like cigarette beetles. The label states : To control exposed, adult stages of beetles: cadelle, cigarette beetle, confused flour beetle, dermestid, drugstore beetle, flat grain beetle, granary weevil, lesser grain borer, lesser mealworm, mealworm, merchant grain beetle, red flour beetle, rice weevil, rusty grain beetle, saw-toothed grain beetle, spider beetle, or warehouse beetle. After removing infested foodstuffs and cleaning up spilled foodstuffs and dust, applications of this product will kill adult stages of beetles remaining in area. Apply in voids, cracks and crevices, behind and under cupboards, and other difficult to reach areas where insects may hide
Baiting and sanitiation are key when treating for roaches. Maxforce FC Magnum is a clean out bait and can be applied indoors and outdoors. We would recommended using the Roach Control Kit A to treat your home inside and out. The kit contains all 3 products that are necessary to eradicate a roach infestation. You can also protect your unit by applying and insecticide dust in the wall voids that will last for up to 10 years.
Please take a moment to read over our How to Inspect for Roaches and How to Treat for Roaches Pest Control Guide.
One of our Roach Control Kits would be recommended for roach control. These professional kits includes non-staining, low odor concentrated insecticide for spraying the outside perimeter of the home and inside underneath appliances, behind cabinets, under toilets and sinks, etc. You'll also get Roach Bait Gel to help get rid of those roaches that like to hide. Baits can be applied up high in the kitchen in the corner of cabinets and in cracks and crevices in kitchens and bathrooms. The bait contains a slow-acting poison that attracts and kills feeding roaches, who also spread the bait to other roaches by contact or by sharing food. Finally, an Insect Growth Regulator is offered which will stop roaches from laying eggs, helping to halt the infestation. The combination of an IGR with roach bait is a highly effective roach control strategy that is widely used by pest control professionals. The insecticide must be applied with a 1 gallon pump sprayer.
You may also want to take a look at our Roach Control Guide for more information on doing a complete treatment.
If ants were to ingest the Roach bait like Maxforce FC Magnum it culd harm them. The idea of ants being attracted to Roach bait is highly unlikely. Each bait contains seperate food attractants for the different pest. We would recommend for ants to use a bait like Maxforce FC Ant bait gel.
The application rate of Maxforce FC Magnum will vary depending upon the level of infestation and species to be controlled. Generally, Each 33 g tube yields approximately 33 bait placements and treats 11 to 44 square yards, depending on infestation.
Standard Application Rates
*0.75 g per square yard €“ maintenance programs for continuous control (will not provide fast control of existing infestations)
*Up to 1.5 g per square yard €“ light to moderate infestations, retreatments
*Up to 3.0 g per square yard €“ clean out of severe or heavy infestations
*1-2 g per square yard €“ large cockroaches such as American, Smoky-Brown, or Oriental
**0.1 g equals approx. ¼ in. diameter spot; 1.0 g equals approx. dime-sized spot.
Apply gel as round spots or thin beads into cracks and crevices or as a spot treatment. Place bait close to cockroach harborages, foraging and feeding areas such as corners and cracks and crevices. Numerous smaller bait placements provide faster control than fewer larger placements. In cases of severe infestation and areas with excessive clutter or alternative food sources that cannot be eliminated, use the higher rate of application.
Maxforce FC Magnum is a professional grade product and will not be available in a local store. We do offer free shipping and no tax to TN though.
We advise using soap and water to remove any excess Maxforce FC Magnum gel bait in the area. Old bait can sometime be removed easily with a paper towel and/or a paint scraper or similar tool. Be sure that you do not use any strong cleaning agents in areas where you plan to apply bait since the lingering odors or residues from these products can make bait less attractive to the roaches.
