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  • Asked by Kathryn from Ocala Florida
    10/25/2013
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    Will Talstar hurt the grass?
    We live in central Florida, the mole crickets are tearing up the yard. I am just worried about ruining what yard we can keep here.
    A
    Talstar P (Talstar One) is a great product to use for mole crickets. Great news, Talstar will not cause any harm to grass. In fact Talstar is labeled to be used on trees, shrubs, lawns, and indoors cracks and crevices.
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  • Asked by Greg from Hobe Sound, Fl
    04/07/2014
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    May I spray Talstar in my kitchen cabinets and drawers?
    A
    Talstar may not be applied in kitchen cabinets. If you are looking for a crack and crevice spray you can spray in the cabinets, you can use Cy kick aerosol. Please be sure to remove all food and food handling items before application.
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  • Asked by Nathan from North Carolina
    04/12/2014
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    Can you use Talstar p with a ulv fogger?
    Im looking for something I can use to treat my yard for Mosquitoes, but more importantly I want to treat my crawlspace for everything. I was hoping to use my ulv fogger what do you think?
    A
    The particle size in Talstar is too large to use in ULV fogger and could clog it. We would recommend when indoor fogging using Riptide. Riptide Waterbased Pyrethrin ULV is new technology that delivers effective control of a wide range of insects including mosquitoes, stored product pests, cockroaches, biting insects, crawling insects, flies and more without oil residues or oil-related issues.
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  • Asked by Anonymous from United States
    04/16/2014
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    What is the minimum temperature for applying Talstar to perimeter of house?
    A
    Any temperature between 40F and 85F is just fine to apply Talstar P.
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  • Asked by Jason from Okc, Ok
    05/05/2014
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    I want to spray my own house for bugs. I live in Oklahoma City, and I used to pay a service to do it.
    They went out of business and I was forced to use Terminix. Well they suck. I just want to keep insects out of my house, but I don't know what to buy or how to apply. I have a small ant problem in one of the bedrooms as well. Any tips? Oh, I would also like to keep the flies down in the summer. Any suggestions for that? thanks,
    A
    Our most popular general use product is called Talstar. It is widely used by pest control companies because it is labeled for almost every insect you could have a problem with and you can use it outside the home as well as inside, it is odorless and very safe for use around children and pets. It is a liquid concentrate that you mix with water in a one gallon hand pump sprayer. It will last for 60 to 90 days outside in between treatments. It is also labeled for lawn and ornamental use, and can be used on trees, plants, bushes and shrubs for all sorts of ornamental pests including Japanese beetles, mosquitoes, and other leaf eating pests. Talstar is also available in a granule formula called Talstar PL if you prefer to use granules. 
    Talstar P is labeled to help control many types of flies and can be applied to your lawn as well for them.
    You may be seeing ants in the bathrooms, because they are looking for water. Since ants can be quite fickle with the foods they are eating, we recommend the Complete Ant Kit. This kit combines both a sweet and protein based bait. Please also see Ant control article.
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  • Asked by Bob from Michigan
    05/27/2014
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    Can Talstar be used in a propane fogger?
    A
    Talstar P is not labeled to be used in any type of fogging equipment. Talstar P should be applied in a hose end sprayer, hand held pump sprayer, backpack sprayer or a mist blower only.
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  • Asked by J.
    08/22/2014
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    Talstar P (Talstar One)safe for pets after it has dried. What about after it rains, the grass is wet again
    Do I have to keep the dog off the grass after a rain?
    A
    Yes. Talstar P can be safely used around 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. As long as the area has had time to dry before a rain it will not "reactivate".
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  • Asked by Mark from Portland, Me
    07/15/2015
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    Will freezing Talstar P alter its effectiveness?
    A

    Yes, any drastic change in temperature will definitely affect the residual and potency of Talstar P. We recommend storing in a dry cool environment with not much temperature change to get the longest life out of the product. Please read the label for storage information.

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  • Asked by Lilwilson
    11/22/2015
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    What size Talstar P would I need to control Cinch bugs for a 2500 sq ft yard?
    A

    When using Talstar P, the mixing ratio is 1 fl. oz. per gallon of water. This will generally treat 1000 sq. ft. For your lawn, you will need to fill up your sprayer at least three times to complete your entire lawn. The pint size of Talstar P would make 16 gallons of solution and treat 16,000 sq ft.

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  • Asked by Todd from Mclean, Va
    12/18/2015
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    Is it more effective to use a repellent or non-repellent insecticide around the perimeter of a home?
    Also, does it matter on the season?
    A

    Both non-repellents and repellent insecticides will eventually eradicate the pests that the products are labeled for. Non-repellents allow more time for the insects to be able to take the product back to their colony and transfer the product among each other. "Repellent" insecticides, such as Talstar P, are not detected until the insect you're treating comes in contact with the product - it will give off a "tingling" sansation or so to the insect but by then it will be too late for the insect. Eventually both types of products will work as long as the right amount of product is being used. Talstar P is a great choice to someone beginning to do their own pest control. Please see our Pest Library for more detailed information about specific pests.

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  • Asked by Susan from Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
    05/21/2016
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    When should I spray Talstar, concerning rain?
    A

    Be sure that you do not expect rain for at least 2 hours after Talstar P (Talstar One) application. Once dried Talstar leaves a residual for 2-3 months.

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  • Asked by Rick from Springfield Mo
    07/09/2016
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    Which is better fogging or spraying for insects?
    A

    Well, fogging works great as a knockdown when treating for flying insects. You can then apply a residual like Talstar mixed with Archer in a sprayer to keep killing. 

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  • Asked by Jeff from Missouri (summer) Arizona (winter)
    10/26/2016
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    What should I use inside my home for general pest control?
    A

    Our most popular general pest control product is called Talstar P. It is safe for indoor use around baseboards, cracks and crevices as well as for outdoor applications. It has minimum mild odor that dissipates by the time it's dry which can take up to two hours. Once the area treated is completely dry it is safe for everyone to go back including children and pets. It is a liquid concentrate and you can mix it at a rate of 1 oz per gallon of water for your first application and follow up at a rate of 0.5 oz per gallon of water. Indoors it can last up to 90 days and 30 days outdoors.

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  • Asked by Sam from Miami, Fl
    03/07/2015
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    Can Talstar be sprayed around baseboards in carpeted rooms?
    Can Talstar be sprayed around baseboards in carpeted rooms? If so, is it recommended to do so as part of my indoor periodic pest control?
    A
    Talstar can be sprayed along baseboards in carpeted rooms. It is not meant to be applied as a broadcast over carpets, more crack and crevices. Baseboards are fine, as it will dry clear. 
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  • Asked by John from Ny
    04/22/2015
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    Difference between Talstar P and Dominion 2L?
    What is the difference between this product and Dominion 2L? How long does it take to kill an insect that comes in contact with this?
    A

    Talstar P is a great general use insecticide that can be used both inside and outside for over 75 different pests.  It only kills the insects that contact a treated surface. Dominion 2L is a non repellent termiticide that can also be used a systemic insecticide for the listed pests.  Dominion will help to eliminate more than just want contacts a treated surface or treated soil, social insects will crawl over the product without detecting it, and spread it to each other by touch and food sharing, eventually eliminating the entire infestation.

    How long it takes the insects to die after they come into contact with a treated area will depend on a number of factors. It will depend on the maturity of the insect and type of insect as well as how long they stayed on the treated area, how long it has been since the area was treated and the concentration that was used to treat the area. Typically it can take anywhere from a couple of hours to a day or so for them to die

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  • Asked by Jen from Md
    05/18/2015
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    How long does the Talstar P last in storage?
    if i bought it 3 years ago and kept it inside, will it still be good?
    A
    The standar shelf life if stored properly is 3-5 years so it should certainly still be good for you to use. 
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  • Asked by Oscar from Alice Tx
    05/27/2015
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    Does Talstar P kill brown widows and black widows?
    A
    Yes, Talstar P will eradicate all spiders including brown recluse, brown widow and black widow species.
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  • Asked by Megam from Quincy, Mi
    06/21/2015
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    Is Talstar safe to spray around rivers, ponds, and lakes?
    A
    Talstar is highly toxic to all aquatic life and should not be used near any bodies of water including rivers, ponds or lakes. We do carry several products like Essentria IC3 that works similar to the Talstar but is a natural product that is completely safe for aquatic life. Please see the product label for full usage insructions depending on what pest you are treating for. On average, the manufacturer recommends using 1-2 oz of Essentria IC3 to every gallon of water. 
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  • Asked by Heather from Union, Mo
    12/14/2015
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    When using Talstar with an IGR, why do the roaches become deformed but don't die?
    We have asked several chemical companies this question and no one can give us an answer. We use Talstar Pro mixed with Nyguard on our roach job accounts. Why is it that the roaches will become deformed from the IGR but will not die from the Talstar when the chemicals are used together? It puzzles us.
    A

    Talstar P (Talstar One) is not an instant kill for roaches so it will take time to eliminate them with the product and an IGR. The roaches also have to come in contact with the area that is treated with Talstar P. If you are not seeing success with this product and have been using it for a while, we would recommend using a product with a different active ingredient, such as Demand CS. We would also recommend adding a roach bait gel to your treatment program, if you are not already using one. Please see our Roach Treatment Guide for more information and tips.

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  • Asked by Jaymarie from Nashville, Tn
    03/21/2016
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    Can Talstar P be used to control bagworms?
    What is the best mix ratio and method for controlling bagworms? Can Talstar be applied with a hose-end sprayer?
    A

    Talstar P is the #1 recommended product for bagworm control.  You will need to use 1 oz. of Talstar per gallon of water.  Applications should start in April and continue monthly through June. Be sure foliage is sprayed thoroughly to the point of runoff to achieve adequate coverage.  Talstar can be applied with a hose end sprayer, but it is best to use a hand pump sprayer if possible to ensure the most even coverage. 

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