Neither of the active ingredients in Ortho Home Defense MAX is known to leach in the soil. Consequently, any treated soil should be kept outside the root zones of the intended plants.
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.
Yes, Ortho Home Defense MAX Insect Killer Indoor & Perimeter with Comfort Wand its labeled to spray outdoors and indoors as directed on the product label. We do not carry another version for just indoors to compare it too, you would need to review to that products label for instructions.
Ortho Home Defense MAX Insect Killer Indoor & Perimeter with Comfort Wand should not be applied as a broadcast spray indoors for fleas but only as a localized spot treatment per the product label. Treating pet resting quarters and as a localized spray on floors, carpets, rugs, tile, vinyl, etc when fleas/ticks may be present. Old pet bedding should be removed and replaced with fresh or laundered pet bedding. Retreatments can be done every 3 months.
Please view the product label for more information including a diagram of approved areas to treat indoors. The Indoor Flea Kit would be a better option for active flea infesations indoors and allow the repeat treatments that are required for fleas every 14 days. Repeat applications are required and can take 3-4 treatments depending on the level of flea population.
Our Flea Treatment Guide goes over step by step how to eliminate fleas from your home.
Both of the active ingredients in Ortho Home Defense MAX Insect Killer Indoor & Perimeter with Comfort Wand, Bifenthrin & Cypermethrin have a low toxicity to birds according to the National Pesticide Information Center.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Yes, Ortho Home Defense MAX Insect Killer Indoor & Perimeter is labeled to treat carpet beetles.
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.
Ortho Home Defense MAX Insect Killer Indoor & Perimeter is not labeled to treat bed bugs. We recommend using one of our bed bug kits which includes all of the products needed to do a complete, thorough application plus follow up treatments. Please take a moment to review our How to Get Rid of Bed Bugs Guide for more information and helpful tips on eradicating this pest.
