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  • Asked by Fred
    03/26/2010
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    Can Phantom Insecticide be used for spiders?
    A
    Yes, Phantom is labeled for spiders and can be used for them.  On the inside, Phantom is only labeled as a crack and crevice treatment, so you should only apply it in corners of rooms, underneath appliances, and other areas that spiders may harbor.  If you do not have small children or pets, glueboards are a good tool to monitor spider activity in the home.
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  • Asked by Joseph from Lehi, Utah
    07/11/2013
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    Will Phantom Termiticide/Insecticide kill carpet beetle larvae?
    Also how many treatments does a carpet beetle infestation require are the most effective treatment intervals?
    A

    Phantom is not labeled to treat carpet beetles.  For indoor carpet beetle control you may want to consider a product such as Nyguard Plus. This product contains an insecticide to kill the roaming adults and an insect growth regulator to stop the harder to kill immature beetles from reaching a reproductive state which in turn will break the cycle of infestation. As an added bonus this product also contains a deodorizer for carpet applications.  You should apply every 2 weeks.

    It does take quite some time to fully eradicate carpet beetles, how long depends on how bad of an infestation you have and making sure you have found the source.  Please take a few minutes to read our Carpet Beetle article to learn more about eliminating a carpet beetle infestation.

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    7 of 10 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Melanie from Jersey City, Nj
    04/16/2014
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    The bed bug treatment guide says to treat every 2 weeks, do you reapply Phantom spray every 2 weeks?
    Should you spray with Phantom 2 weeks later even though it has a much longer residual?
    A
    Phantom is only labeled to be applied once every 4 weeks.  The guide was written with the products like Bedlam and Temprid in mind that are in some of the kits and is only a guideline.  You should always follow the instructions on each individual product.  It is recommend to apply some products every 2 weeks, this is due to the life cycle of the bedbugs and how long it takes the eggs to hatch out.
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  • Asked by Marcia from Red Bank, Nj
    04/28/2016
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    How safe is Phantom around house cats?
    I have two 17-year-old house cats.
    A

    When used as directed Phantom Termiticide/Insecticide is a very safe product, only containing enough of the active ingredient to kill insects, not enough to harm mammals. As with any chemical, it important to follow all label instructions and precautions and keep the product out of reach of children and pets. Be sure to keep pets out of the area until dried. We recommend that you read through the product label and the MSDS to learn all safety precautions and instructions. 

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  • Asked by Monica
    08/12/2010
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    How long does one application of Phantom last?
    I am having an ant infestation problem, particularly between the drywall and the cement board and tile of the shower wall. I'm having it redone, but once it goes up, I'm not sure how to reapply.
    A
    Phantom will last for about 90 days indoors and for about 30 days outdoors. You can apply Phantom in problem areas outdoors to avoid having the ants move back into the wall void. You may also want to consider using a dust such as Mother Earth D that can keep killing insects indefinitely when placed in the wall void.
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  • Asked by Tyler from Russellville
    03/26/2015
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    Do I need to leave my house after spraying Phantom for bed bugs?
    A
    You do not need to leave your home after an application of Phantom when used as directed on the product label.  It is only advised that people and pets be out of the treatment area until the product dries.
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  • Asked by Moses from Wahiawa
    07/29/2017
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    Is Phantom Termiticide/Insecticide pet safe?
    A

    Phantom Termiticide/Insecticide is pet safe if used as directed.  Pets and people need to be kept out of the area while the product is being applied and until everything is dry. 

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    6 of 9 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Pam
    11/22/2009
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    Is Phantom Insecticide safe around birds?
    We have a bird, a White-capped pionus. It is a type of a small parrot. He walks around on the floor a lot. Is it safe for him after the application of Phantom after the product has dried?
    A
    Yes, it is safe for the bird to walk around after the Phantom has dried.  We did call the manufacturer to confirm this and they said there should be no issues as long as the surfaces are in fact dry.  Typically, it should only take about 30 minutes to dry but you may want to wait one hour just to make sure.
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  • Asked by Marty from Austin,tx
    08/30/2011
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    How long is a batch of Phantom good for use?
    When I make a batch of the insecticide in a sprayer with water, is it still effective for use days later?
    A
    As Phantom (and most other insecticides) sit in the diluted solution they will start to breakdown causing them to be less effective or not effective at all. We recommend using the solution within 24 hours of mixing. Leftover solution can be poured out directly next to your foundation. The sprayer should be thoroughly rinsed after each use to prevent the seals and gaskets from breaking down.
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  • Asked by Jeremy from Garden Grove, Ca
    05/10/2016
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    Can I treat fleas with Phantom?
    Indoors and outdoors?
    A

    Phantom Termiticide/Insecticide is not labeled to treat for fleas. We highly recommend using the Indoor/Outdoor Flea kit. The Outdoor/Indoor Flea and Tick Kit contains all the professional pest control products you need to treat for both fleas and ticks inside and outside your home, apartment, or similar structure.

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  • Asked by Joseph from Millerton
    01/31/2013
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    Is Phantom animal friendly?
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    Yes, Phantom is safe around animals. Phantom is only strong enough to kill small insects. It is a good idea to keep animals outside or in another area while treating and then allow about 30-60 minutes for the products to dry. Once dry it is perfectly safe for animals to re-enter the space. Of course you should always store the products just like any other chemicals, out of reach of animals.
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  • Asked by Sami from Florida
    04/16/2013
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    Can you Mix Talstar with Phantom?
    A
    You cannot mix Talstar P and Phantom together. By mixing Talstar P with Phantom you would be essentially removing the non-repellent factor of Phantom as well as the delayed reaction kill time which makes the product so effective.
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  • Asked by Stobin from Ny Ny
    08/13/2016
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    Once Phantom Termiticide/Insecticide is sprayed indoors and dries does it get absorbed into humans if touched?
    A

    After Phantom Termiticide/Insecticide has dried, it will not harm people or pets. This make take up to 2 hours.

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  • Asked by Jack from Stockton Ca
    09/23/2014
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    When spaying inside a house for cockroaches with Phantom, how long do you vacate the premises for?
    A
    When using any insecticide, you will want to leave the premises and stay out after spraying until all the treated surfaces have dried completely. This could take anywhere between 30 minutes and 2 hours depending on how many rooms were sprayed and how heavy the product was applied. 
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  • Asked by John from Ormond Beach Fl
    05/05/2014
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    Large volume of small black ants in a cinder block wall in a sun room. best treatment?
    A
    We would recommend to use Phantom. Phantom is a non repellent that will be picked up by the foraging ants and transferred back to the colony.
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  • Asked by Tanya from Houston, Tx
    01/19/2016
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    Is Phantom safe to use if you have a bird?
    I realize I would need to remove her during application, but is it safe after it dries? As with most pet birds, curiosity leads her to stick her beak around crevices and corners and edges in the home. Would it harm her if it got on her feet or in her mouth later? When would it dissipate for good where it would no longer be a threat to her? Crazy Ants are driving us crazy, but I have had her 30 yrs!
    A

    Yes, it is safe for the bird to walk around after the Phantom has dried. We did call the manufacturer to confirm this and they said there should be no issues as long as the surfaces are in fact dry. Typically, it should only take about 30 minutes to dry, but you may want to wait one hour just to make sure.

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  • Asked by Judith from Loxahatchee, Florida
    08/08/2013
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    Millions of tiny ants, lots of rain. I have emptied cabinets and sprayed there is not a crumb in my house.
    I want something for exterior perimeter as well as interior
    A

    Phantom is a great choice for "social" insects such as ants or those insects that congregate together for nesting and feeding. Phantom offers a delayed kill that gives insects time to get back to the nest and infect other insects with the insecticide. Phantom is also a non-repellent insecticide which means that sensitive insects like roaches can not tell that it is there and they readily cross over the treatment area. Phantom is usually used indoors for current infestations as a crack and crevice spray only. Exterior applications are limited to spot and crack and crevice treatments around door frames, window frames, eaves, attic vents, and holes where utilities enter into the structure

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  • Asked by Brandy from Cocoa, Fl
    08/15/2013
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    Phantom was sprayed in my Kitchen cabinets with my dishes in them.
    Phantom was recently sprayed throughout my my kitchen cabinets while my dishes and such were present. After reading about the insecticide, I realize I should not of allowed that. Is there something I can do to clean them now?
    A
    Since, Phantom is not label for such an application. We recommend contacting the manufacturer BASF at 800-526-1076, to whom can help troubleshoot this with you.
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  • Asked by Westley from Williamsport, Pa
    09/10/2016
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    Can I spray Phantom then apply a roach bait in the same location?
    If I spray Phantom in the same areas that I intend to apply roach bait when dry will the phantom interfere with the roach bait application? I do not intend to spray Phantom over the roach bait, I will let it dry then apply roach bait.
    A

    Baits should not be applied in any areas that have been treated with Phantom Termiticide/Insecticide. Baits are placed up high in corners of cabinets of drawers, cracks along counter tops, etc. and sprays are down low, along baseboards, behind the refrigerator and stove, dishwasher, etc.  We have a guide on "How to Treat for Roaches" that can explain exactly where you should be using the two products, but no,  they should not be applied in the same areas.

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  • Asked by Sam from Miami, Fl
    03/07/2015
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    Is Phantom worthwhile for silverfish?
    Are silverfish social insects like ants and roaches where the transfer effect of Phantom will help eradicate them? Or is it better to use a regular pesticide like Talstar? Also, will IGRs help control silverfish?
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    Phantom Termiticide/Insecticide is labeled for silverfish. This is important because the good Silverfish elimination relies on treating them at the source of the infestation. This is almost always near whatever food source they are using to survive. Knowing that they eat non-traditional things such as book bindings, and even some clothing materials, you may need to look for them and treat the infestation in areas such as closets and book cases. If you have a hard time locating the source or center of the infestation, you should consider using bait or traps to kill Silverfish bugs. This is guaranteed to work just as well as topical pesticides because these insects are completely driven by their desire to feed constantly. Any bait that is formulated to attract other sugar seeking insects such as ants will work well against silverfish as well. One primary advantage of using Silverfish traps and baits is that it is a “set it and forget it” approach to Silverfish control, and you are not likely to need a second application, provided the infestation is reasonably small.

    No, there are no IGRs labeled for silverfish.

    We do also carry the Get Rid of Silverfish Kit. It contains all the products you will need in order to get rid of silverfish.

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