Yes, Nuvan ProStrips are a great option for paperwork and other items that cannot be sprayed, dusted, heated, etc.
Nuvan ProStrips are not labeled for lice. We do carry products that can be used for lice control.
Nuvan Prostrips would not be something you would use to treat a wall void with as that wall still circulates air through the rest of your home and not only would the vapor not be able to build up like its supposed to (like when placed in an enclosed bag or box) but it also would not be safe to do so. Nuvan strips are not to be used where people regularly occupy the area. You would be much better off getting rid of the bedbugs using the appropriate chemicals like in our Bed Bug Kits. These products will effectively eliminate the bed bugs and are safe to use when following the directions for application. You can also see all the steps needed to eliminate bedbugs by reviewing our Bed bug Guide.
No, Nuvan ProStrips should not be used in any living areas such as bedrooms or living rooms. Nuvan ProStrips also would not be effective against an encasement as the insecticide vapor needs room to move throughout the treatment area, such as hanging in a closed closet or in an airtight storage container. Be sure to use Nuvan ProStrips and other insecticides in accordance with the product label. For bed bugs or dust mites, you should be sure to use bed bug proof encasements, such as Mattress Safe Sofcover Ultimate Total Mattress Encasement and Box Spring Encasements. Be sure to measure all dimentions of your mattress and box spring before ordering.
Yes, Nuvan ProStrips can be kept in a closet that is not regularly used. This product should only be used in areas where individuals are not present for extended periods of time.
Yes, Nuvan ProStrips can be used without the hangers. If you ordered them from us and did not receive hangers with your order, please give us a call at 866-581-7378 so that we can make sure that you get some.
All of the items should be fine to use as the Nuvan ProStrips are designed to not harm or leave an odor in treated items, only to build up a vapor to kill the insects. Clothes and stuffed animals/toys may want to be thrown in the washer or dryer just in case to make sure there are no lingering vapors or bugs on the items the children would come into close contact with. Also, the Nuvan strips are not to be used in rooms, only confined no airflow areas such as storage containers and trash bags that the items are placed in.
Yes, you certainly could put your laptop and other electronics sealed in a bag with a Nuvan ProStrip. They will need to be sealed for 2-4 weeks and it is best to make sure things are loosely packed to insure that the vapors can adequately circulate through the items that need to be treated. Once you’re ready to take the items out of the bag, just let them air out for a day or two.
Nuvan Prostrips would not be something you would use to treat around eletrical outlets with as that area still circulates air through the rest of your home (still a wall void like your baseboard) and not only would the vapor not be able to build up like its supposed to (like when placed in an enclosed bag or box) but it also would not be safe to do so. Nuvan strips are not to be used where people regularly occupy the area. You would be much better off getting rid of the bedbugs using the appropriate chemicals like in our Bed Bug Kits. Or sticking with the dust you have already used in those areas. You can also see the steps needed to eliminate bedbugs in ALL different areas of the home by reviewing our Bed bug Guide.
If the Nuvan Prostrips were still wrapped, the products should be fine and can be used. If the Nuvan Prostrips were open, we would recommend discarding all items, such as soaps, razor blades and feminine hygiene products.
Nuvan Prostrips can be used in the room where the beds or bed frames are if the room is sealed off completely. Nuvan Prostrips work best in confined spaces. You can wrap your bed/bed frame up, however, for the best results, we would recommend sealing off the room so that the insecticide can move through the treatment area.
It is possible that the vapors from the Nuvan ProStrips will not reach all of the hiding places that contain bedbugs if its large and rolled up. We would recommend that you place them in for a minimum of 2 weeks and then unroll, vacuum, steam treat, apply a product that will be safe for the rug and kill on contact such as Steri-Fab.
We do not recommend using the Nuvan ProStrips inside the vacuum cleaner. We would suggest discarding of the bag and replacing it, or emptying the contents of a cannister into a bag on the exterior of the structure. Please provide the targeted pest for further recommendations.
We do not recommend you try to use Nuvan ProStrips to treat entire rooms as the vapor will have a hard time building to the needed level and moving into all of the cracks and crevices. You will be required to use multiple products and multiple applications of these products to control bedbugs. We recommend you take a look at our bedbug kits to see the products we recommend for bedbug control. Here is our article on How To Get Rid Of Bedbugs, which many people find very helpful.
Nuvan ProStrips would need to be left in a closed unused car with all windows and doors fully closed for 2 weeks to kill anything in it.
If the Microwave is sealed up in a plastic tub or bag, we see no reason why you could not use the Nuvan ProStrips. Place one strip on top of the outside of microwave. After treatment, be sure to ventilate for at least 2 hours. Then thoroughly clean the microwave prior to use.
Technically, yes, if applied according to the label instructions, Nuvan ProStrips can be used in a car (with all windows and doors fully closed) without posing any risk to nearby cars or buildings. Nuvan strips must be kept in a closed unused car for a minimum of 2 weeks in order to be effective. You should also use a product such as Bedlam or Sterifab to treat all of the cracks and crevices where the vapor may not be able to penetrate.
