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  • Asked by Rachel from Chipley,fl
    08/27/2013
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    How much water per packet of Orthene PCO?
    A
    You want to use 1/2 packet Orthene PCO Pellets into one gallon of water.
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    34 of 39 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Rukh
    10/07/2018
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    Can I use Orthene inside the kitchen cabinets ?
    A

    Orthene PCO Pellets can only be applied in cracks and crevices indoors. 

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    17 of 21 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Pavel from Suffolk, Ny
    09/27/2016
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    Are Orthene PCO Pellets repellent or non-repellent?
    A

    Orthene PCO Pellets is considered a repellent product in that insects can detect that it is on the surface where it was applied.  It may not repel insects from an area and may only do so for a short time.  It is more designed to provide a lasting residual to continue to kill after application.

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    16 of 21 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Richard
    11/27/2010
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    Are Orthene PCO Pellets labeled for use in residential areas?
    Proven effective in commercial accounts, wondered if could be used "legally" in residential or multifamily locations.
    A
    Orthene PCO Pellets are not labeled for residential settings, but we cannot find wording on the label that specifically forbids using the product there either. We recommend contacting the manufacturer to see what they intend their label to mean for use in residential areas. You can reach Valent at 1-800-89-VALENT (898-2536)
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    13 of 18 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Chou from United States
    08/07/2011
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    Is Orthene pco pellets safe for residential use?
    A
    Orthene PCO pellets are not for use inside residential homes.  For protection against pests around and inside residential homes we recommend Talstar Insecticide.
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    13 of 19 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Yesenia from Lombard, Il
    12/18/2015
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    Can I use Orthene PCO Pellets to treat bed bugs?
    If not can you recommend me one please I really needed
    A

    No, Orthene PCO Pellets are not to be used to treat for bed bugs as it is not labeled for that use or for any indoor residential use. Please review our How to Get Rid of Bedbugs Guide that provides the products we advise to use for your bedbug treatment along with instructional videos on how to use them. 

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    8 of 10 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Jay from Ca
    05/03/2018
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    Why does Orthene PCO Pellets smell like sewage?
    Im trying to use this product and ive seen results but is it normally suppose to smell like death?
    A

    The odor that the Orthene PCO Pellets has comes from its active ingredient Acephate, which is why the product is for outdoor use and is not to be used indoors. 

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    6 of 13 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Dean from North Augusta, Sc
    08/19/2017
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    Can Orthene PCO Pellets be applied along with roach bait gel?
    A

    Orthene PCO Pellets can be applied to baseboards, cracks and crevices, behind appliances, in closets, under sinks, etc. in sites listed on the product label. Note: A period of 3 to 7 days may be necessary for Orthene PCO Pellets to reach its maximum effect on cockroaches. Roach bait is not to be placed in the same areas where Orthene PCO Pellets has been applied. Roach bait should be applied in pea size amounts under and around plumbing pipes, doors and windows, behind and under refrigerators, cabinets, sinks, closets, stoves and other equipment where cockroaches hide. Inspect bait placements and reapply when necessary. Keep in mind that this product is not for indoor residential use.

    The key thing to remember is "spray low and bait high." 

    You may view the step by step instructions on how to fully treat for roaches in our Roach Control Pest Control Guide here. 

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    6 of 7 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Valeria from Athens, Ga
    05/31/2016
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    How long does a 1% treatment of Orthene PCO Pellets last after application?
    After application to surface at 1% concentration ( 1 pkt per gallon) How long should I expect that application to be effective? The Label says it may take 3-7 days to become full strength effective against G. Cockroaches but I can't find how long it stays effective. Thank you for your assistance
    A

    The residual of Orthene PCO Pellets is approximately 30 days outdoors and 90 days indoors. Be sure to follow the label regarding where this product can be sprayed.

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    5 of 5 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Steve from Overland Park, Ks
    04/02/2015
    Q
    How resilient is this product to normal cleaning after it dries?
    Is sweeping by the crevices and cracks acceptable? What if water splashes in the areas treated? Much thanks
    A
    Orthene would not actually be swept away but if you wash and wipe the area you could very well be removing the product you applied. Please let us know if you have any further questions.
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    5 of 6 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Rb from Wichita
    09/17/2018
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    Can Exciter be added to Orthene along with Gentrol for cockroaches?
    A

    Orthene PCO Pellets should not be used in homes for treatment of cockroaches. Gentrol IGR should only be used indoors. Exciter can be used inside or out if used as directed. Please consider using Temprid FX, Gentrol IGR and Exciter to indoor crevices and a professional roach bait gel (to areas not sprayed). We do have an article/videos on How to Get Rid of Roaches for a successful eradication program.

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    5 of 7 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Hee from Palisades Park, Nj
    09/10/2015
    Q
    Can I use Orthene PCO Pellets as foam application? Can it be mixed with a foaming agent?
    A

    Orthene PCO Pellets should be mixed with water and applied according to the product label instructions. It should not be applied as a foam application with a foaming agent.

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    3 of 3 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Robbie from Flint, Mi
    08/28/2019
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    How and will Orthene PCO Pellets work on bees?
    A

    Orthene PCO Pellets is not labeled to control bees and would not be recommended to control them but does state it is toxic to them.

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    3 of 3 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Veronica from Laredo, Tx
    03/16/2019
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    Can Orthene PCO Pellets be mixed with Gentrol insect growth regulator?
    A

    Yes, Gentrol IGR can be mixed with any insecticide including Orthene PCO Pellets.

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    3 of 3 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Douglas from Panama City, Fl
    12/21/2018
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    Is Orthene PCO effective on carpenter ants?
    A

    Orthene PCO Pellets are not labeled for treating carpenter ants. Please check out our article on How to Get Rid of Carpenter Ants for more information on how to implement a successful treatment program.

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    2 of 2 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Alvin from Fairfield, Ca
    04/02/2017
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    Can Orthene PCO Pellets be used on an ornamental plant as a systemic insecticide?
    A

    No, Orthene PCO Pellets should not be used on ornamentals. 

    We would recommend using Orthene Spray 97 Insecticide. This is labeled for use on ornamentals. You will use .2 oz per gallon of water. 

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    2 of 4 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Tom from Hilton Head Island
    05/03/2019
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    Can I use Orthene PCO Pellets to eliminate mole crickets?
    A

    Orthene PCO Pellets is not labeled for mole crickets.  

    Talstar P does a fantastic job treating mole crickets.

    Mole Cricket adults:Achieving acceptable control of adult mole crickets is difficult because preferred grass areas are subject to continuous invasion during the early spring by this extremely active stage. Applications should be made as late in the day as possible and should be watered in with up to 0.5 inches of water immediately after treatment. If the soil is not moist, then it is important to irrigate
    before application to bring the mole crickets closer to the soil surface where contact with the insecticide will be maximized. Grass areas that receive pressure from adult mole crickets should be treated at peak egg hatch to ensure optimum control of subsequent nymph populations (see below).

    Mole Cricket nymphs: Grass areas that received intense adult mole cricket pressure in the spring should be treated immediately prior to peak egg hatch. Optimal control is achieved at this time because young nymphs are more susceptible to insecticides and they are located near the soil surface where the insecticide is most concentrated. Control of larger, more damaging, nymphs later in the
    year may require both higher application rates and more frequent applications to maintain acceptable control. Applications should be made as late in the day as possible and should be watered in with up to 0.5 inches of water immediately after treatment. If the soil is not moist, then it is important to irrigate before application to bring the mole crickets closer to the soil surface where contact with the insecticide will be maximized.

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    2 of 2 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Rich from Selden Ny
    11/29/2016
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    Could we mix Conquer Liquid Insecticide and Orthene PCO Pellets?
    A

    We would not recommend mixing Orthene PCO Pellets with Conquer Liquid Insecticide. Please let us know if we can be of any further assistance. 

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    2 of 3 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Wallace
    06/16/2010
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    Is Orthene PCO Pellets cancerous, such as dioxin?
    A
    Please read  the MSDS and the product label. You can also contact the manufacturer, Valent USA Corp 800-6-VALENT (682-5368).
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    1 of 8 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Michelle from Wilmington, Nc
    08/05/2015
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    Can Orthene PCO pellets be used against fleas?
    We have a cat who didn't have fleas til my daughter visited with her dog. Now I have them all in my house. I've tried Bengal sprays and foggers, Sevens dust and liquid, Hot Shot products and Raid. So far the flea treatment is working on the cat but nothing works in the house except constant moping and vacuuming. The only thing I have left is the Orthene which I use every 6 months to make sure I don't have roaches in my kitchen and bath areas. Will this also work on the fleas? Can I use it on hard wood floors?
    A

    Orthene PCO Pellets are not labeled for use inside residential homes and would not be recommended.  We would recommend our Indoor Flea Kit.  Here is a great video on how to use our Indoor Kit.

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    1 of 9 people found this answer helpful.
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