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PT Ultracide Pressurized Flea Insecticide, previously known as Ultracide is a very effective flea control aerosol that provides immediate kill of adult fleas and prevents formation of new adults from eggs or larvae. Ultracide dries quickly and will eliminate flea problems for up to seven months. (Ultracide differs from Precor 2000 in that Ultracide has an initial faster kill.)
Product Documents
| Active Ingredient | MGK 264 0.4% Permethrin 0.4% Pyrethrins 0.05% Pyriproxyfen 0.1% |
|---|---|
| Target pests | Flea Larvae and Eggs, Adult Fleas and Ticks |
| For use in | Apartments, Automobiles, Homes, Hospitals, Hotels, Kennels, Motels, Offices, Schools, Supermarkets, Transportation Equipment (Buses, Boats, Ships, Trains, Trucks), Warehouses, Utilities, Veterinary Clinics and Other Commercial and Industrial Buildings |
| Application |
SHAKE WELL before use Apply at the rate of 14 oz per 1,838 sq. ft. Hold can at arms length and direct spray toward the area to be treated Use a sweeping motion to apply and back away from treated area while holding the can 36" from the surface being treated |
| Pet safe | Yes. But not for use directly on animals. Keep pets away during treatment until product dries (Read the label) |
| Formulation | Professional Product |
| Coverage Area | 14 oz. Covers approx. 1,838 sq. ft. |
| Shipping Weight | 1.51 lbs |
| Manufacturer | BASF (Mfg. Number: 59026330) |
| UPC | 804338180348 |
| EPA Registration | 499-404 |
PT Ultracide Spray contains Permethrin and Phenothrin to kill adult fleas fast. It also contains Pyripoxyfen (an insect growth regulator) to prevent reinfestation for up to seven months. Pyripoxyfen penetrates deep into the base of carpet and upholstery fibers, where pre-adult fleas live and targets fleas in the egg and larval stages of development, preventing them from producing new infestations of breeding, biting adults.
While the insect growth regulator in PT Ultracide will continue to work for up to 7 months, it is recommended to re-apply PT Ultracide after 14 days if new fleas continue to emerge. This will increase knock-down of new adults. Preparations and cleaning such as vacuuming thoroughly before and after treatments will also greatly affect the success of Ultracide. See below for complete treatment instructions.
Flea eggs and larvae, adult fleas
PESTS CONTROLLED WITH PT ULTRACIDE: all stages of fleas
For indoor treatment of active flea infestations and to prevent flea infestations from developing. Prevents re-infestation for 7 months. Ultracide is also ideal when treatment is limited to a few areas or the convenience of an aerosol ready-to-use product is desired.
ACTIVE INGREDIENTS: 0.05% Pyrethrins, 0.4% Permethrin, 0.1% Pyripoxyfen
How do I use PT Ultracide Spray to treat for fleas?
Always read the product label completely before use.
Each 14 oz. can of Ultracide covers up to 1,838 square feet. An area of 80 – 100 square feet can be treated in approximately 10 seconds. Keep in mind that most infestations will require at least one follow-up treatment after two weeks.
In and around Apartments, Automobiles, Homes, Hospitals, Hotels, Kennels, Motels, Offices, Schools, Supermarkets, Transportation Equipment (Buses, Boats, Ships, Trains, Trucks), Warehouses, Utilities, Veterinary Clinics and Other Commercial and Industrial Buildings
For flea control, follow the step-by-step directions above. When treating upholstered furniture, treat under cushions and in areas where flea development occurs. Cover aquariums and fish bowls and remove birds from area prior to treating.
PT Ultracide is excellent for porous flooring such as concrete, however it may stain finished flooring, such as hardwoods. Also, fleas will rarely harbor on sealed hardwood flooring.
Fleas may appear for up to two weeks after treatment. This is the pupal window – when younger stages of fleas may still emerge – and the residual activity of PT Ultracide should kill adults which emerge during this time. Frequent vacuuming (every day or every other day) will also help encourage immature fleas to emerge more quickly while also picking up the organic matter on which larvae feed.
PT Ultracide is not intended for use outdoors.
Compare with: Precor 2000 Plus Premise Spray, Alpine Flea Insecticide with IGR Aerosol
This stuff is great.
By Joe on 08/15/2009
As a tech, I do this for a living and Ultracide is the only product I will use for fleas. My company wants us to use other products, but I won't until they stop buying it. Remember to read the label. I also tell my customers to vacuum everyday for the next 2 weeks after using Ultracide, it brings the adults out of the pupa stage and gets rid of them faster!
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What a blessing!
By Mary on 10/14/2008
I live in the south where the fleas are quite a bother, and as we have 5 dogs that stay indoors, it has been a job fighting the fleas. We purchased the Ultracide from our local vet and what a blessing it has been. We only used 1/2 a can for our 1400 sq foot house and after just 24 hours our dogs are resting much more comfortably. I have not seen a flea since then and as an added bonus I found that the Ultracide also kills the huge palmetto bugs that plague us here. It is well worth the cost and I have found that I am now saving more money by using the Ultracide as I do not need to purchase the topicals such as Frontline or Advantage. Thank You.
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Awesome product
By Lisa on 05/25/2010
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I bought this 3 weeks ago, sprayed the entire house, we had fleas really bad...jumping and biting my 10 month old. Pprior to using Ultracide, I had spent alot of money on those bomb things and used them over and over...the fleas would come right back. After spraying Ultracide I have not seen a flea since. I will continue to use this and recommend it highly to anyone.
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Proper Use
By Nate on 03/17/2010
Great for flea infestation
By Kathleen on 03/23/2011
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Best price I could find with free and fast shipping to boot. I have 4 indoor cats that picked up fleas from a visiting dog. Fleas were so bad that I was picking them off of me everywhere I went. Once the cats were treated, I misted all carpeting, baseboards, and upholstery with Ultracide. No need to apply heavily. I immediately noticed a difference. Vacuumed thoroughly the next day. Reapplied Ultracide about a month later. We've been flea-free ever since and the spray can is still at least half full! Would highly recommend this product and this company. However, it is aerosol so remove pets until the mist settles and wear a protective face mask when applying. It's still much more convenient than foggers.
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Treated carpet is toxic to touch right after application while the product is still wet, and the product stays on the carpet for up to 7 months. Therefore, if, after the product has dried, the carpet gets wet at some point (water spills on it or it gets rained on) will it become toxic to touch until it is dry again?
Each 14 oz can of PT Ultracide Pressurized Flea Insecticide will cover approximately 1,837 sq ft.
It is recommended to vacuum 2-3 times a week during flea treatments because the vibrations help the flea eggs to hatch sooner and come into contact with the insecticide or dust treatment. Even having concrete or wood flooring, vacuuming is still recommended following the application of PT Ultracide Pressurized Flea Insecticide as the vibrations will travel across the floor to help stimulate eggs. Repeat treatments for fleas should be done every 2 weeks.
Can my cats and dogs be inside when applying?
You should have children and pets in another room while you are treating with PT Ultracide Pressurized Flea Insecticide. After treatment allow 30 minutes- 1 hour to dry and then it is perfectly safe for children and pets to re-enter the room.
PT Ultracide is not labeled for bed bugs. We would recommend Bedlam Aerosol Insecticide for a bed bug issue. We also recommend you check out our Bed Bug Kits, which include the Bedlam. It is usually necessary to treat bed bugs with more than one type of product to completely eliminate them.
I have hardwood floors that stain very easily if wet, will this cause staining? The difference between an aerosol spray on a hardwood floor and the wet spray normally used. Well, the aerosol is safer on the floors and have you tested it?
I want to know if it's safe hardwood floors that will not cause staining.
PT Ultracide - 20 oz. can stain hardwood floors. We would recommend to broadcast over rugs, carpets, cracks, crevices, and where pets spend most of their time. Be sure to vacuum daily if possible and discard of contents outdoors.
I have all wood floors and they are jumping on my bed.
It is not recommended to use PT Ultracide Pressurized Flea Insecticide on mattresses, blankets, or sheets. We recommend that you remove all linens and wash and dry on high heat to kill any existing fleas. While they are being laundered, we recommend spraying your mattress and box spring with SteriFab giving time to completely dry before applying your linens back on the bed. We suggest that you have pets treated for fleas by your vet. Ultracide is great for indoor flea treatments on carpeted, hard-surface floors and furniture. We recommend vacuuming prior to the application and each day for 14 days. On the 14th day, you will vacuum and treat with a second application of Ultracide and vacuum for an additional 14 days. After vacuuming each day, replace with a new bag or empty the canister (if bagless) in a trash bag outside of the home.
Flea Guide and Videos
Yes. Ultracide is formulated to be used on carpets in homes where the manufacturer knew people would walk with bare feet, children would sit and play and pets would rest. As long as you follow the product label and allow the treated areas to dry before walking on them there will be no issues.
I was needing to know if I can apply Pt Ultracide to damp carpet?
The PT Ultracide Pressurized Flea Insecticide 20 oz can will cover approx 2,625 sq ft however this size has been discontinued by the manufacturer.
The PT Ultracide Pressurized Flea Insecticide 14 oz can will cover approximately 1,820 sq ft.
One 20 oz can of PT Ultracide Pressurized Flea Insecticide can approximately cover 2,625 sq. ft. Depending on the size of your home, you may need 1-2 cans for the initial treatment as well as the recommended follow up treatments. Depending on the flea population inside the home, you can expect to do 3-4 applications at 14 day intervals with frequent vaccuuming in between the applications for best results.
Please view our Flea Treatment Guide for more important information.
PT Ultracide Pressurized Flea Insecticide is labeled to be used as a direct spray to capets, rugs, upholstered furniture, pet resting areas and pet bedding. As long as you do not overly saturate the surfaces and apply only till the surfaces are slightly damp and then allow the application to completely dry before re-entering, this would be safe for humans and/or pets to re-enter. If there are concerns with prolonged human skin contact after treating, we would recommend placing a blanket on the floor while sitting or laying.
It recommended to vacuum immediately before the treatment and then every other day following the initial treatment. A second treatment is required every 14 days until you are no longer seeing fleas indoors. This can vary from treatment to treatment but most treatments require 3-4 treatments. One 20 fl oz can will treat 2,625 sq. ft.
Also, if you are not treating for fleas outside in the lawn, landscape beds, etc, we would recommend monthly treatments using either Talstar XTRA Granules or a liquid concentrate of Bifen IT and NyGuard IGR to help prevent reinfestation.
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