Onslaught Insecticide - Questions & Answers

We can't give you a specific treatment method since we don't know exactly what species you are dealing with. You could try Onlaught Insecticide as it will hold up to the outdoor elements better with the way it is formulated, and covers over 200 pest on its label including some types of mites. You would mix 1 ounce per gallon of water and spray areas where the pest are present outdoors with the exception of edible vegetation. We suggest putting down glue boards similar to those used to catch mice and try to get some of the insect on them. You can then take a glue board to your Local Cooperative Extension office and have the Entomologist on staff help you make an identification. Once you know exactly what you are infested with, we can better direct you on a more direct treatment process.

Onslaught will kill mites in general, but the problem with mites is finding the breeding source.  Onslaught may provide some relief, however many times mites will breed under carpet or in wall voids, where you cannot spray.  This is why treating for mites is very difficult and usually requires multiple products and lots of vacuuming.  

You can apply monthly on the exterior of the structure for control but the nesting sites that are near the structure should be removed to fully eliminate them. The source of the infestation is very important and is the key to getting rid of the mites for good. Thoroughly apply as a fine particle broadcast spray using a hand pump sprayer to infested rugs and carpets and other cracks and crevices around the perimeter of each room. Put all clothes through the dryer on high heat to help kill mites and their eggs. We have had many customers use the above recommendations with great success. Most customers report that it can take several months to get rid of all of the mites.

Yes, you can use Onslaught Insecticide to treat for chinch bugs in your turf. According to the product label, use 1 oz of concentrate per 1,000 square feet. Please take a few moments to review our Chinch Bug Treatment Guide for more tips for controlling this pest.

You will mix 1.5 oz of Onslaught and 4ml of NyGuard to 1.5 gallons of water to treat 1500 sq ft. You will apply once every two weeks (minimum of two treatments). Please take a few moments to review our Flea Treatment Article for additional helpful information.

Onslaught is a great product for chigger control. Treatments for chiggers should begin in April/May and could need to continue through the summer as new chiggers move into the area. Treating the entire lawn is of little benefit because chiggers avoid direct sunlight and normally will not infest areas that are mowed or otherwise well maintained. Focus treatment on the unkempt areas of the lawn and lawn edge. You can also use Onslaught to do a barrier treatment around the outside of your home and in your crawl space to stop pests from moving indoors.

We recommend using Onslaught, if you are treating the floors as well. Onslaught is odorless, dries clear and treats many different types of insects.

Onslaught Insecticide: Mix 0.5 oz of Onslaught with 1 gallon of water (+ 1 oz of Martins IGR if needed, please see below) to treat a 1,000 sq ft area. Thoroughly apply as a fine particle broadcast spray to infested rugs, carpets, and pet resting areas.

Yes, Onslaught Insecticide is labeled for box elder bugs. 

Onslaught is a great product for chigger control. Treatments for chiggers should begin in April/May and could need to continue through the summer as new chiggers move into the area. Treating the entire lawn is of little benefit because chiggers avoid direct sunlight and normally will not infest areas that are mowed or otherwise well maintained. Focus treatment on the unkempt areas of the lawn and lawn edge. You can also use Onslaught to do a barrier treatment around the outside of your home and in your crawl space to stop pests from moving indoors.

Onslaught Fastcap would offer a faster kill to those sprayed directly during application but once dry would effect bed bugs at the same rate as the regular Onslaught.  This is due to the added actives in the Fastcap.

Treating carpets for general pests is not needed.  Only when you are dealing with a pest like fleas that infest carpets would you need to do so.  For general pest control, treatments should be directed to cracks and crevices inside as you should also apply a barrier outside around the perimeter.  We have a great video here that shows where to spray for perimeter and interior spraying.  Onslaught is a great option for them and is labeled for over 200 pests.

Biting midges do generally not enter structures, but midges are small enough to get through 16 mesh screens. Getting mesh screens with a higher number can keep these and other very tiny insects out of your home. Since non-biting midges are attracted to lights, draw your shades at night and wait as long as possible to turn on exterior lights to keep them away from your home. Onslaught is a liquid insecticide labeled for midges and can be used inside and outside the home. Spraying Onslaught on window screens, doors, bushes, and plants around your home can act as midge repellant to keep midges away. Inside the home we recommend thoroughly vacumming the entire home. Dispose of the contents immediately in trash bag and take outside. Apply 1oz of Onslaught per gallon of water as a coarse, wet spray to surfaces where these pests are normally found. Treat floors, baseboards, around doors and windows, in attics, crawl spaces, eaves, corners, closets, walls, utility pipes, storage areas, and all cracks and crevices. Treat underneath sinks, dishwashers, refrigerators, stoves, the underside of shelves, drawers, cabinets, areas behind pipes, and in all places where these insects shelter. Contact as many insects as possible with direct spray. Repeat applications as needed, but do not exceed more than one application every seven days. Continue to vacuum daily in between treatments.

The application rate will vary depending on what you are treating for and where the product will be applied. In general you will dilute 0.5 fl-1.0 fl oz in one gallon of water and apply the dilution using a hand pump sprayer. Please read the Onslaught product label for complete usage instructions.

Onslaught is labeled for a wide variety of small flying insects including gnats, midges and other small biting flies and should help reduce the amount of noseeums on your property. Be sure to spray the areas where you have noticed the noseeums landing or resting as Onslaught will only eliminate those insects that land on treated areas.

Onslaught Insecticide is a water-based product and should not cause damage to any surface, including vinyl siding, that water would not damage.

Onslaught is pet safe as long as you follow the product label. Be sure pets are out of the area while you are doing the application and they can return to the area as soon as it is dry.

Yes, you can apply Onslaught Insecticide as a broadcast treatment on carpets for fleas or other pests as listed on the product label.

Onslaught Insecticide and Delta Dust are both labeled for ants. Delta dust is water resistant, but you should not use it in areas where it would be washed away. Onslaught can be used around the perimeter of your home and in your lawn for ant. The mixing ratio is 1 fl. oz. per gallon of water. 

Yes, Onslaught Insecticide can be used in backpack mister for outdoor applications.

 

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Yes  Onslaught Insecticide can be used in a backpack mister,

 

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We would suggest using Onslaught Insecticide. It is labeled for over 200 insects and will offer a 30 day outdoor and 90 day indoor residual. In general you will dilute 0.5 fl-1.0 fl oz in one gallon of water and apply the dilution using a hand pump sprayer. Please read the Onslaught product label for complete usage instructions.