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Ortho Home Defense MAX Insect Killer Indoor & Perimeter with Comfort Wand - Questions & Answers

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  • Asked by Jan from Fort Wayne, In
    06/11/2019
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    Can I use Ortho Home Defense MAX Insect Killer Indoor & Perimeter on weeds?
    A

    Ortho Home Defense MAX Insect Killer Indoor & Perimeter is an insecticide and will not affect weeds.

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    10 of 12 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Jerral from Steubenville
    04/16/2021
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    Can Ortho Home Defense MAX Insect Killer Indoor & Perimeter kill carpet beetles?
    A

    Yes, Ortho Home Defense MAX Insect Killer Indoor & Perimeter is labeled to treat carpet beetles. 

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    8 of 10 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Melissa
    04/08/2020
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    Ortho Home Defense MAX Insect Killer Indoor & Perimeter was used inside of my cabinets.
    How can I clean this out before I store my food back in?
    A

    You will need to wash the cabinet out with warm soapy water to remove the residue of an incorrect application of Ortho Home Defense MAX Insect Killer Indoor & Perimeter

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    6 of 8 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Sarah from Pittsburgh Pa
    01/09/2021
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    After spraying OrthoMaxx should I mop the area to be safe for children?
    I sprayed the playroom baseboards as we were having problems with spiders. Should I mop it the following day?
    A
    No, mopping the area will take up the product.  If you mop the area, you will need to reapply the product.
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    5 of 5 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Carolyn from Grayson Ga
    05/01/2021
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    How to get OrthoHome Defense max off kitchen counter to make countertops safe again?
    I was chasing a roach and sprayed my countertop (forgetting not to use it there). I later wiped with clorox spray. How can I be sure my countertop is safe agaun?
    A

    All of the surfaces that were incorrectly sprayed with Ortho Home Defense MAX Insect Killer Indoor & Perimeter with Comfort Wand will need to be thoroughly washed with soap and water to remove the product.

    You may also contact Ortho directly for further advice at 800-225-2883.

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    5 of 5 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Kat from Elk Grove, Ca
    02/23/2021
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    Will Ortho Home Defense MAX Insect Killer Indoor & Perimeter with Comfort Wand ruin a freshly painted house outside?
    A

    According to the manufacturer of Ortho Home Defense MAX Insect Killer Indoor & Perimeter with Comfort Wand, this product will dry clear and not stain, or harm, your paint as long as you follow the instructions on the product label. You may spray this product around windows as well as areas such as bathrooms, kitchens, family rooms, pantries, attics, garages, basements, closets, storage areas, bedrooms, perimeter foundations, doors, patios and decks.

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    4 of 5 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Judy from Lyons
    07/28/2021
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    Spaying Ortho Home Defense MAX Insect Killer Indoor & Perimeter indoors, can it be harmful to Pets?
    A

    The Ortho Home Defense MAX Insect Killer Indoor & Perimeter with Comfort Wand is not harmful to pets, if used correctly. You should keep people and pets out of the area while treating until the fully dried typically after 1 hour.

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    4 of 4 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Scott from Fort Lauderdale
    04/19/2021
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    Can I spray Ortho Home Defense MAX Insect Killer Indoor & Perimeter with Comfort Wand on the top of the soil on indoor potted plants to kill Fungus Gnats/Flies?
    A

    Ortho Home Defense MAX Insect Killer Indoor & Perimeter with Comfort Wand is not labeled to be used on indoor plants. Instead, you can use Hi-Yield Systemic Insect Granules which is labeled for fungus gnat larvae and can be used on indoor containerized plants.

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    3 of 3 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Jessica
    07/25/2021
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    Can I spray Ortho Home Defense MAX Insect Killer Indoor & Perimeter inside cabinets?
    What do I do if I used in my cabinets only Along the corners?
    A

    Ortho Home Defense MAX Insect Killer Indoor & Perimeter with Comfort Wand is labeled to be used in kitchens but only around the perimeter not in the cabinets. You can see the instructions with illustrations on the label. 

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    1 of 1 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Bill from Willowbrook Il
    10/04/2022
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    Can Ortho Home Defense MAX Insect Killer Indoor & Perimeter with Comfort Wand be used on plants to treat for gnats? Can I spray the dirt around the plant?
    A

    Ortho Home Defense MAX Insect Killer Indoor & Perimeter with Comfort Wand is not labeled for house plants. It sounds like you may have fungus gnats; if so, Bonide Systemic Insecticide Granules are convenient, ready to use granules that provide effective control of fungus gnats for up to 8 weeks as directed.
     

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    1 of 1 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Jack from Roanoke, Va
    09/05/2021
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    Will Ortho Home Defense MAX Insect Killer Indoor & Perimeter with Comfort Wand stain surfaces or siding?
    A

    Ortho Home Defense MAX Insect Killer Indoor & Perimeter with Comfort Wand features a fast-acting formula which guarantees a quick and effective result, along with non-staining and odor-free formula to make every application pleasant.  It is advisable to always do an inconspicuous spot test before making a full application, to ensure that no staining will occur on the intended treatment surfaces.  For more specific product information, Ortho can be reached directly at 1-800-225-2883 or by visiting their website's contact page here.
     

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    1 of 1 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Pam
    08/22/2021
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    Is Ortho Home Defense MAX Insect Killer Indoor & Perimeter with Comfort Wand safe for kids and pets if spraying indoors?
    A

    Yes. Ortho Home Defense MAX Insect Killer Indoor & Perimeter with Comfort Wand can be safely used around children and pets as long as you follow the label instructions; all pets need to be out of the area while application is being made and they can return as soon as the application is dry.

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    1 of 1 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by E.
    07/29/2021
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    Ants in cabinets.?
    Black ants in cabinets - okay tO spray inside?
    A
    No, Ortho Home Defense MAX Insect Killer Indoor & Perimeter with Comfort Wand is not labeled to be applied inside cabinets.  It should be applied along the baseboards, around doors and windows and in cracks and crevices. only.
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    1 of 1 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Janice from Crestwood
    07/06/2021
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    I believe horse flies are getting into my condo. Can I use this spray inside my house??
    A

    Ortho Home Defense MAX Insect Killer Indoor & Perimeter with Comfort Wand can be applied to interior cracks and crevice as indicated on the product label. For more information on treating flies, please take a few moments to review our treatment article/videos. 

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    1 of 1 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Holly from Oregon
    07/06/2021
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    Can Ortho Home Defense MAX Insect Killer Indoor & Perimeter be sprayed on a tent?
    Can Ortho Home Defense MAX Insect Killer Indoor & Perimeter be used in the same way but on/in a tent? Will it ruin the material?
    A

    Ortho Home Defense MAX Insect Killer Indoor & Perimeter with Comfort Wand can be applied around the outside of the tent, and where activity is present. You want to make sure you apply it according to the product label and avoid any excessively spraying. You may want to avoid treating inside of the tent, we are unsure if spraying it on will ruin the material. Because this is a water insecticide, it may not pose a threat to the material. To ensure, please feel free to contact the manufacturer. 
     

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    1 of 1 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Jerry from North Royalton
    06/06/2021
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    Can you use Ortho Home Defense MAX Insect Killer Indoor & Perimeter with Com on grass?
    A

    Ortho Home Defense MAX Insect Killer Indoor & Perimeter with Comfort Wand should only be applied to cracks and crevices inside the structure and to the perimeter of the structure as directed on the label only.

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    1 of 2 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Mike from Midlothian
    06/01/2021
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    How do I fold back the extended comfort wand on the Ortho Home Defense MAX Insect Killer Indoor & Perimeter to replace it in the unit without breaking it?
    A

    We recommend referring to the diagram and instructions on the product label for using the comfort wand with Ortho Home Defense Max Insect Killer.  If you still have questions after reviewing the label, you can contact Ortho directly by calling 1-800-225-2883, or via their website's contact page here.

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    1 of 2 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Lindsey from Reading, Pa
    11/18/2020
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    Can you spray Ortho Home Defense MAX Insect Killer Indoor & Perimeter around your oven?
    We have a gas oven and there are bees coming up trough the hole in the floor. My landlord is going to get someone out to look at it sometime, but for now I want to know if this is safe to spray around the hole in the floor that leads to our oven. I do not see anywhere that it is flammable, but I want to make sure.
    A

    According to the product label, Ortho Home Defense MAX Insect Killer Indoor & Perimeter with Comfort Wand can be sprayed around the hole and down low around the oven.

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    1 of 1 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Roseann from Fl
    04/17/2021
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    What do I use to wash Ortho Home Defense MAX Insect Killer Indoor & Perimeter out so it is safe for my food?
    I sprayed Ortho Home Defense MAX Insect Killer Indoor & Perimeter in the kitchen cabinets.
    A

    Ortho Home Defense MAX Insect Killer Indoor & Perimeter can only be used along baseboards in kitchens; you cannot use inside cabinets. Please be sure to review the product label for complete application instructions. We would recommend washing very well with soap and water. You may also ask the manufacturer for more helpful tips at 800-225-2883.

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    1 of 1 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Nate from Los Angeles Ca
    02/15/2021
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    Will Ortho Home Defense MAX Insect Killer Indoor & Perimeter with Comfort Wand harm carnivorous plants and other sensitive plants if areas of inside an apartment is treated/sprayed?
    A

    Ortho Home Defense MAX Insect Killer Indoor & Perimeter with Comfort Wand is not labeled to be used on plants at all so you should avoid any contact with them.  Please refer to the product label for complete instructions indoor applications. For treating carnivorous plants and other sensitive plants for insect control, we would recommend contacting your local cooperative extension office for recommendations. .

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    1 of 2 people found this answer helpful.
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