Onslaught Insecticide - Questions & Answers

Onslaught Insecticide cannot be used on any pasture area or anywhere that animals graze, even after dry.

As long as the Onslaught treated area has had time to dry, it's safe for the dogs to chew rawhide on the carpet. 

You should vacuum before applying Onslaught and then wait 24 hours after application to do so again.

If she is throwing up, we recommend that you contact your vet. You can provide the MSDS for Onslaught to let them know more about the product that was applied in the home.

Onslaught is a micro-encapsulated product which means it is a time released formula and can take a little longer to kill insects than other products. Ants can take several hours to a day or so before they die after coming into contact with treated areas. Onslaught will not stop ants from coming into an area but it will kill the ants that do. Onslaught does not transfer back to the colony. We always recommend that you use an ant bait gel or granule in addition to the insecticide spray since ant colonies can be very large and they can keep sending out worker ants. The bait will be carried back to the colony and fed to the other ants and this will help speed up the ant elimination. We also recommend spraying outdoors around the perimeter of your home to eliminate ants before they move indoors.

There is not a definite time to say Yellow Jackets will be eradicated. We can say you should see a decrease in activity within 7 days.

Without knowing exactly what you are treating for, it is hard for us to make a product recommendation that will fit your specific needs. We do carry a product called Onslaught and it is widely used for general pest control and is labeled for over 200 different insects. You will mix and apply according to the product label instructions when the children and dogs are not in the area. Once it is dried completely, they can re-enter the treated areas. Please read the product label for mixing and application instructions. Please click on the link below for the contact information to your local cooperative extension office for a pest identification.

http://www.csrees.usda.gov/Extension/

No, the Onslaught product label specifically prohibits the use of this product in a ULV fogger. We do have a large variety of concentrates that can be used in a ULV fogger which can see by clicking here: Fogging concentrates.

You want to make sure when you are using products for fleas that you are spraying every 2 weeks and not any more often than that so that you aren't creating any resistance issues. Make sure you are keeping your grass short as this makes it harder for the fleas to thrive in your yard. If you believe the fleas are coming from the animals, you may want to try an animal repellent or deterrent to try and drive them away from your yard. One of the best recommendations for flea control we have would be the combination of Onslaught and Nyguard IGR. Onslaught is micro-encapsulated and sits on the surfaces you spray better and holds up to the outdoor elements longer before breaking down. The NyGuard IGR is formulated for fleas and many other insects and can hold up to sunlight for roughly 5 months. If you have tried several products and they are not working, you may want to get a sample of the insect to take to your local Cooperative Extension to get it properly identified by the Entomologist on staff. Treating for the wrong insect can often make your problems worse, so getting an identification from a trained professional is always recommended.

Onslaught is labeled to control mosquitoes. Be sure to refer to the product label for the best usage rate for the area where you will be applying Onslaught.

Onslaught can only be tank mixed with a synergist or an IGR but not with other insecticides. Also, Onslaught is not labeled for use on or around any edible vegetation whether it be a garden or fruit tree.

The Onslaught Insecticide should be stored at moderate temperatures and shouldn't freeze. However, if freezing should occur then dethaw at room temperature. Do not heat to speed up the dethaw process. It is hard to say whether the Onslaught Insecticide needs to be replaced besides decreased efficiency.

Onslaught has a 30 day residual outdoors. It can also be sprayed indoors every 90 days in the cracks and crevices.

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 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.

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. 

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 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.