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  • Asked by Mike from Orlando, Florida
    11/12/2014
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    What is good all around product for home insect control?
    I live in central Florida, older house (1950s), live on lake. keep windows and sliding doors open to screened in porch. don't use a lot of AC due to lake breeze. Most of the insects are cockroaches and ants.
    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.
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  • Asked by Angela from Fort Collins, Colorado
    11/19/2014
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    Is Talstar P safe to use on outdoor lounge cushions where people and pets may sit?
    A
    Talstar P (Talstar One) is not labeled to be applied to furniture. What exactly are you treating for? If for fleas, you could use Ultracide.
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  • Asked by Sean from Auburn, Nh
    01/07/2015
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    Hi, I purchased Talstar P from you in the fall, and plan on using it this spring.
    I plan on using it around the yard and the house to control biting insects and ants. We have free-ranging chickens. Will this be dangerous to them?
    A
    Talstar has a three year shelf life and can be applied at 0.5-1oz per gallon of water per 1,000 sq ft. It should not be applied to any grazing areas, on any animals or areas where there are chickens.
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  • Asked by Scott from Gilbert, Az
    02/15/2015
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    I want to do my own pest control. What should I buy?
    I live in Gilbert, Arizona. We get spiders, ear wig, roaches....
    A

    The best general pest control can depend on what region you are located in. One of the all time favorite general pest control products is Talstar P. Talstar has a long residual, so it keeps on killing pests for over three months after you've sprayed it. Plus, Talstar One is odorless, dries clear, leaves no stains, is non-irritating to the skin, and won't break down easily with rainfall. Also for roaches, you want to use a bait like Maxforce Impact, Up in areas  you are not spraying Talstar. Please see the roach bait placement guide, as well. 

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  • Asked by Nick from Jackson Nj
    03/09/2015
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    im planning on opening a mosquito control company what is the best product
    i would preffer the safest around kids,animals
    A
    We would recommend using Talstar SC. It is a very good general insecticide that is labeled for mosquitoes, as well as various other pests. We would not recommend spraying Talstar SC in areas where children and/or pets are. Once the product is dry, it is safe for them to return. The residual outdoors is about 30 days. This can be braodcast across the lawn, sprayed on ornamentals, trees and flowers. It is not labeled to be sprayed on any type of edibles. This product can also be sprayed around the baseboards and cracks and crevices indoors. The residual indoors is 90 days.
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  • Asked by Wanda from Winston-salem, Nc
    03/22/2015
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    Is Talstar spray effective on clover mites?
    Have a case of clover mite in home
    A
    Talstar P is effective for treating clover mites when used as directed on the product label.
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  • Asked by Ed from Corpus Christi Texas
    04/28/2015
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    I see Talstar is good for Mosquitos but I want to use a hose mounted sprayer instead of a pump sprayer.
    A
    Yes, Talstar P is great for treating mosquitoes and can be applied in a hose end sprayer. You will mix one ounce per gallon of water per 1,000 sq ft.
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  • Asked by Daniel from Norco
    05/24/2015
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    Does Talstar kill spider mites and can it be sprayed after oil or sulfur has been sprayed?
    Is Talstar ok to use plants have been sprayed with horticultural oil or sulfur?
    A
    We would recommend doing the application of Talstar P before doing an application of horticultural oil or sulfur. This will provide the residual for the pests, and the other products will help with killing them as well. Spraying Talstar P over either one of these will likely decrease the effectiveness of the oil and/or sulfur.
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  • Asked by Nick from Gainesville, Mo
    05/27/2015
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    Can Talstar P be used with an IGR?
    Wooded 5 acre lawn surrounded by cattle ranch. Ticks and fleas major issue. Have both dogs and cats who roam - ie bring the beasties home. Animals treated heavily, what to do for yard? need good residual and rain resistance.
    A
    Talstar P can be applied with an IGR (insect growth regulator). It is safe for pets as long as they remain out of the area during treatment and return only when the surfaces have dried completely. It should not be applied where there are grazing animals such as cattle. It is labeled for ticks and fleas outside and offers a 30 day outdoor residual.
    For best results, allow 24 hours after outdoor application before expected rainfall.
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  • Asked by Kyle from Bismarck, Nd
    06/11/2015
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    Best option for Mosquito on acreage with tow sprayer
    I have a double lot with mowed grass and ditch. Total area to spray is 2.5 acres aprox. I use a 15 gallon spryaer to apply chemical but have bad mosquito problem. I have been looking at the Talstar but alot of people say use malthion. Which works better and will have longer effect? Also, is switching to a mister a realistic option for such a large area?
    A
    The pull behind, would still be that best option  for the coverage you need. Talstar mixed with Nyguard and water would be the most effective on the mosquito and flying insect problem. As long as there are no edibles in the area.
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  • Asked by Mary from Herndon, Virginia
    06/11/2015
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    How does Talstar P effct the butterfy and bee populations? (nectar insects).
    I have an eight bed perennial garden with many flowers, roses, bushes and a rose garden. I do not want to kill off butterflies (and their larva), bees and other nectar-seeking insects, as well as the Monarch butterfly and it's larva.
    A
    Talstar P (Talstar One) can be toxic to beneficial insects. We advise that you make the application when the plants are not pollinating. 
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  • Asked by Jesse from Austin Tx
    06/18/2015
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    How much Talstar P should I put in a 50 gal sprayer?
    I'v got fleas at my house so I bought a rig for my Big Yard.
    A
    When treating your yard for fleas with Talstar P you can use anywhere between 0.5 ounces and 1 oz per gallon of water. So anywhere between 25 and 50 ounces to your 50 gallon sprayer. Keep in mind when treating for fleas, its important to use an IGR (insect birth control) to help stop the reproductive cycle. If you only use a portion of the yard closest to the home you could just mix the IGR with the Talstar and spray them both in those areas that you frequent the most or the pets frequent. We would recommend NyGuard IGR to mix in your tank.
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  • Asked by Brian from Lancaster, Pa
    06/26/2015
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    Earwig Infestation
    I have hundreds of earwigs that crawl on the exterior of my home - foundation and siding all the way to the eaves of my house. We get 5 to 10 inside a day. I need a powerful granule to kill them in the ground and something to prevent them from crawling on the side of the house. I have a .5 acres of land and have done everything I can do to keep the area around my house cleaned up. I have caulked the obvious cracks and put up weather stripping.
    A
    First, do you have mulch or pinstraw around your home? If so, pull that off your house.  Talstar P would be a great choice for earwigs. You can spray both indoors and outdoors with this product. Talstar P, one of our best sellers, has a long residual, is odorless, dries clear, leaves no stains, is non-irritating to the skin, and wont break down easily with rainfall. Also, be sure to focus on mulched areas, or areas that hold moisture in the lawn.
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  • Asked by Keith from Oshkosh, Wi
    06/26/2015
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    Will storing Talstar P in sunlight or heat ruin the product?
    I've had the bottle in the back of my truck for a few weeks, and the last couple time I've used it I'm still seeing spiders afterwards. I've never had a problem before.
    A
    We recommend storing Talstar P in a cool dry place away from any direct sunlight or any extreme temperatures. Leaving the bottle in direct sunlight and high tempatures may cause the chemicals to break down and become less effective.
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  • Asked by Ernie from Pinehurst Nc
    07/02/2015
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    What is the shelf life for Talstar?
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    The shelf life for Talstar P is between 3-5 years. Make sure you store in a cool, dry area away from any direct sunlight or extreme tempatures. Also keep product closed tight to prevent any moisture on the product.
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  • Asked by Nikki from Santa Fe Nm
    07/08/2015
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    Is the residual harmful to young children and pets if it gets re-wet?
    For example; a toddler spilles milk on the floor where the Talstar was treated or the dog spilled water everywhere on the floor including the baseboards where the Talstar was sprayed and dried.
    A

    Talstar will not be reconstituted and become dangerous if it gets wet. Talstar can be taken off of a surface if gets gets washed up with soap and water and would need to be reapplied. Please contact us at 1-866-581-7378 for and further information. 

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  • Asked by Jason from Campobello, Sc
    07/21/2015
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    Can I use Talstar P to spray for fleas indoors? If so, how do you apply indoors for use?
    A

    We do not recommend treating the inside of the home with Talstar P for flea control. It is a crack and crevice application indoors only. Fleas will be on the majority portion of the flooring and furniture. We recommendt that you treat with the products in our Indoor Flea Kit. Please take a few minutes to read our How to Get Rid of Fleas Article for more helpful information on eradication inside.

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  • Asked by Frank from Vero Beach, Florida
    07/25/2015
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    What is good for camel spiders in central Colorado?
    I am looking for a spray to do the perimeter and possibly the baseboards for camel spiders. I live in Florida but do property management in CO. Hopefully something cheaper then Termidor.
    A

    Camel spiders certainly look scary but are basically harmless. You can treat the exterior and interior of structures if needed with a product such as Talstar P. Talstar works well for spiders, scorpions and other invading pests. We usually would not recommend Termidor for spider control as it is a very slow acting insecticide.

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  • Asked by Jaime from Lv Nv
    09/03/2015
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    Should I wear a mask when spraying Talstar?
    A

    According to the Talstar P product label "all pesticide handlers must wear a respiratory protection device when working in a non-ventilated space." Respiratory devices are not required for well ventilated spaces or outdoor applications. The Talstar P product label also says "all applicators should wear longsleeved shirt and long pants, socks, shoes and chemical-resistant gloves."

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  • Asked by David from Cleveland, Oh
    09/23/2015
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    Does Talstar P kill chipmunks?
    I've cemented up holes, but still see more around trees.
    A

    Talstar P is not labeled to kill chipmunks. We do carry products to repel and trap chipmunks.

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