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  • Asked by Patricia from Boise
    07/01/2014
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    elm seed beetles
    We are besieged with elm seed beetles in Boise. Nothing seems to phase or kill them. Sprays of lemon detergent with a little oil of peppermint chases them for a few minutes then they reappear again. A few show up on fly strips but don't like to use them too much because they also trap bees & lacewings. They are very fond of the maples in my back yard and are showing up on roof since there's a large branch over a portion of it. HELP!!!
    A
    We apologize, but we are unfamiliar with the elm seed beetle. We would suggest that you contact your local cooperative extension office to get the beetle properly identified.
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    0 of 4 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Monica from Los Angeles, Ca
    06/09/2014
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    About Riptide residual
    I wanted to use Riptide to control flies with a fogger. I was wondering how much residual there would be after the mist dries because I wanted to use it indoors and am currently preparing for it. Thank you.
    A
    Riptide 5.0% will only kill insects while it is wet.  This is a contact kill only product so once it is dry, it is completely safe, and completely gone leaving no residual behind.
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    3 of 3 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Meg from Austin, Tx
    04/28/2014
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    We plan on putting this in our existing mosquito misting system. I have a small garden. Is this okay to use?
    Is this product okay if it gets sprayed onto our herbs and tomatoes? Thank you.
    A
    No, Riptide 5.0% Pyrethrin ULV is not labeled to be used on edibles.
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    1 of 2 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Doug
    09/19/2013
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    How effective is riptide against microscopic biting mites?
    A
    Riptide is not very effective in treating for biting mites. It is important to be absolutely sure you are actually dealing with mites. Have the suspected mite identified by a reputable source, such as your local cooperative extension office or a reputable pest control operator. Treatments will vary for different pests. Treatment for say bedbugs is much different than the treatment for mites.  If you do indeed have mites, you must first find the source of the infestation, usually a bird nest or a dead rodent on or in the home. Removal of the infested nest or bird and a thorough cleanup is necessary. For treatment in the home, we recommend you frequently vacuum all carpet and upholstery and dispose of the bag or vacuum contents in a sealed bag outdoors. Spray Sterifab on couches, chairs and other upholstered furniture where you may spend time resting. Use Cimexa Dust in all cracks and crevices around the perimeter of the room. Apply a thin coat of MotherEarth dust to rugs and carpets. Rake (not sweep) nap back and forth, causing dust to enter rug or carpet. Let product sit overnight. Repeat application as necessary and vacuum every 3 - 4 days for effective control. MotherEarth dust does not have a fast knockdown, it can take several days for insects to die after they contact the dust. Onslaught can be used for a faster knockdown. Thoroughly apply as a fine particle broadcast spray using a hand pump sprayer to infested rugs and carpets and other cracks and crevices around the perimeter of each room. Put all clothes through the dryer on high heat to help kill mites and their eggs. We have had many customers use the above recommendations with great success. Most customers report that it can take several months to get rid of all of the mites. Finding and removing the source of the infestation is very important and is the key to getting rid of the mites for good.
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    3 of 3 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Howard from New York, Ny
    09/03/2013
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    What product you recommend for kills mosquitos?
    i live in New York city, trying to kill mosquitoes in the front and backyard. i understand many product are not for sale in NY.
    A
    Yes, you can most certainly use a product like Mosquito Barrier. Mosquito Barrier is an all natural, super strong, liquid garlic based formula that will keep pests like gnats, mosquitoes, ticks, fleas and ants out of your yard and can be shipped to you.
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  • Asked by Bill from Pawleys Island, Sc
    08/12/2013
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    Can I put Riptide in an irrigation system injector system?
    I ave a 15 gallon injector system I put a rust inhibitor into. Can I put a pyrethrin concentrate into it?
    A
    Riptide can be used in many types of misting systems. To find out if Riptide can be used in your system you need to refer to the manufacturer for application details.
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  • Asked by Enrique from Montgomery, Texas
    08/06/2013
    Q
    Which product do you recommend for automatic spray system at my home?
    I have a 55 gallon water tank from where the pump takes the blend to spray around the house from the ceiling.
    A
    Most folks prefer to use Riptide in these mosquito/insect outdoor misting systems. You will need to use one 1/2 gallon of Riptide per 55 gallon tank.
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    5 of 8 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Margo from San Diego, Ca
    06/09/2013
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    I bought Riptide 5.0% Pyrethrin for indoor outdoor fleas
    Can I used it in a sprayer? Once dry, will it be safe for kids and cats to return to the area? What ratio do I mix it for indoor use on carpets and furniture?
    A
    While Riptide is a great product to use for misting or spraying for a huge lists of pests, the Riptide is not going to provide any residual for the fleas indoors or outdoors. This is a contact kill only product so once it is dry, it is completely safe, and completely gone. This will only kill the fleas you hit directly with it. If you want to use it that way it would be 2oz per gallon of water. While it will provide a knockdown, you would need something indoors like NyGuard Plus which can be used on the furniture, floors, pet bedding and other areas where they may harbor. It has a residual effect, quick knockdown of adults, and more importantly it has an IGR-or birth control-to keep them from reproducing and continuing the infestation. Once dry it is completely safe for pets and kids to re-enter the areas treated. For outdoor use you would need a mixture like our Talstar P and NyGuard IGR. These are concentrates you would mix together to spray on the lawn and any outdoor areas where the fleas are present, excluding edible vegetation. Be sure to keep your grass short and lawn dry to help deter the fleas from the yard as these are conditions they cannot thrive in. Feel free to contact us if you have any other questions.
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  • Asked by Casey from Georgia
    06/06/2013
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    What is the mixing ratio of Riptide when being used to fog for mosquitoes?
    how much riptide would be needed to mix in a 3.5 gallon backpack fogger to kill mosquitos?
    A
    According to the Riptide product label: To control accessible stages of listed flying insects in listed outdoor areas. If possible, space spray application should be made in the evening or early morning when mosquitoes are typically most active. With a ULV spraying device, spray at a dosage rate of 5 fluid ounces of undiluted concentrate per minute.
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    1 of 10 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Hank from Pass Christian Ms
    05/29/2013
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    What about bees ?
    Will it kill Honey Bees
    A
    Riptide 5.0% Pyrethrin ULV is pyrethrin based which is very toxic to all types of crawling and flying insects like honey bees.
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    15 of 16 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Justin from Billerica,ma
    10/23/2012
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    can riptide be mixed with something with a longer residual effect such as onslaught?
    Would it be ok to mix riptide with something like onslaught which has a longer residual effect. I usually use a gas powered fogger to treat wooded areas for mosquito's and ticks.
    A
    Unfortunately most pyrethroids like Onslaught can not be used in a fogger. Most pyrethroids can only be used in a sprayer as the risk of the product drifting is too great.
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    1 of 2 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by John from Florence Al.
    09/06/2012
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    Will Riptide kill bed bugs?
    A
    Riptide should only be used to control bedbugs in poultry houses. Riptide is not labeled, nor should it be used for the species of bedbugs that infests human residences. Fogging applications do not work well for bedbugs in homes. Please see our Bedbug product page for products that are labeled for use in homes.
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    1 of 1 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Kalpesh from Orange, Connecticut
    08/26/2012
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    Can i use this product for small business?
    I have 2500 sqft grocery store, there are lots of rice bags, dry fruits, nuts, flour bags, dry beans, spices, ready snacks, wheat bags and many more food products and also there is small daily inside too, rice bags, flour bags and dry fruits bags has small live bugs inside of the bag and out side of the bags, should i use this product to get rid for that bugs?
    A
    Riptide can be used by a small business as long as you follow the product label. Riptide can be used to help control exposed insects. You cannot spray the food itself, just the storage containers and storage area. Please refer to the Riptide product label to be sure this product will fit your needs.
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    2 of 2 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Tom
    06/07/2012
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    Can Riptide be used with a propane type fogger?
    A
    Riptide is a water-based product and would not work in a propane or thermal fogger. You will need an oil based product to use in the propane fogger such as Shockwave or ULD BP-300. Be sure to read the product labels located in the product description pages at the links provided to make sure these products will fit your needs.
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    2 of 2 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Carol from Atlanta, Ga
    05/26/2012
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    Can riptide be used to kill moths in the attic? Is so, what concentration and what frequency to get best kill?
    We have a large attic with moth infestation. It is difficult to access the entire attic for spraying. I have tried several different pesticides including foggers. We also have some wool-based insulation. I would like to find something that is easy to use and effective. Can you please recommend product, concentration and use frequency to ensure kill?
    A
    Riptide can be used in an attic to help eliminate moths that are exposed at the time of of the application. Riptide should be used in a fogging machine such as the Fogmaster Micro Jet ULV or the B&G Ultra Lite Fogger ULV M2400. According to the Riptide product label you can apply Riptide undiluted: Close room and shut off all air conditioning or ventilating equipment. Apply at the rate of 1/2 to 1 fluid ounce concentrate per 1,000 cubic feet of space. Direct spray towards ceiling and upper corners of room. Leave room closed for 1/2 hour and ventilate thoroughly before re-entry. You can re-apply Riptde every few days if needed. It is very important to identify the type of moth you have and then to track down the source of the moths so that it can be removed or cleaned. Without finding the source of the infestation you will likely continue to see new moths.
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    1 of 1 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Betty from Albuquerque, Nm
    01/17/2012
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    What are the inactive or inert ingredients in this product?
    Are your inert ingredients safe for skin contact on humans and dogs? Can I add the Riptide to shampoo to wash the dogs? Would there be any side effects from the pyrethrin or its inert ingredients?
    A
    The inert ingredient part of a product is a trade secret and not disclosed to anybody. Riptide is not labeled for use on dogs or humans and should not be utilized for this type of treatment. We do not carry any products that can be used on humans. We do carry Tick Block which is labeled for use on clothing (cannot be used directly on skin). We also carry Permethrin SFR which is labeled for use on dogs. Please take a few moments to read the product labels that are available at the links provided in this answer (product label links are under the pictures of the products on each product page).
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    2 of 3 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Ronda
    07/20/2011
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    Can I use Riptide in a fogger?
    A
    Riptide 5.0% Pyrethrin ULV is specifically formulated for use in foggers and misting systems. You can read more about how to properly use this product by reading the Riptide product label.
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    26 of 33 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Rick
    05/05/2011
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    Can Riptide be used in a gasoline powered backpack blower sprayer?
    The sprayer is not ULV (ultra low volume) but does create a very fine mist spray.
    A
    Riptide can be used in almost any type of sprayer including a backpack blower sprayer like the Solo Backpack Mist/Blower sprayer.
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    8 of 8 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by John
    02/20/2011
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    Are you able to use Riptide in a hand pump container and at what ratio?
    A
    Riptide is really meant to be used in fogging applications, but it can be used in a hand pump sprayer for some uses. You did not mention what you are spraying for or where you will be spraying, so we cannot tell you the proper usage rate you will need to use. You may be able to find the information you are seeking on the Riptide Product Label or you can respond to this email with the needed information. We also carry Pyganic Pro which is a 5% pyrethrin product that is actually formulated and labeled to be used in a hand pump sprayer and may be more what you are looking for.
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    7 of 7 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Connie
    11/13/2010
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    What spray do you recommend for a roach infestation?
    A
    Riptide is a great "fogging" solution, but it does require ULV fogger equipment that can be quite expensive.  If you do not have a ULV fogger then we would recommend our best and most popular solution which is our Roach Control Kit #2.  It comes with the main products that are used by professional companies and has a very high success rate.
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