Talstar P Professional Insecticide - Questions & Answers

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  • Asked by Barbara from Longs Sc
    04/19/2014
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    Have Home Pest Defence system where they spray inside walls and supposedly push through with some type of gas
    I would like to know if there is sprayer I can use to treat home using those entrances around my house - don't want to be dependent upon them FOREVER because the house was built with that system
    A
    We do not carry or distribute the in wall systems so we cannot advise what to use.  We do know that most of those systems require a pressurized piece of equipment to properly treat the lines which most homeowners do not have.  We will say that the downside to those systems is that they do not prevent pests from entering your home since the bugs have to come inside the walls to come into contact with anything.  It is a much better approach to treat the exterior of your home with a professional product like Talstar P every 3 months which keep insects out of your home in the first place.  And all you need is a hand pump sprayer, not a specialized piece of equipment.
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  • Asked by Bernie from Sarasota, Fl
    04/26/2014
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    Does this product eliminate white footed ants?
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    Yes, Talstar P (Talstar One) works great on White Footed Ants! Spray the Talstar around window and door frames, any areas where pipes enter the home, and around the foundation 3 feet up and 3-5 feet out on ground. Please review our detailed article on How to Get Rid of White Footed Ants for more information on eliminating them from your home.

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  • Asked by Mary from Birmingham, Al
    04/28/2014
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    What is a good General pest control product?
    Looking for a product to help with general pests, spiders, ants, we have scorpions where we live, roaches...
    A
    Talstar P is a great safe product for general pest control both in and around the home. It dries clear, has no odor, is non-staining and non-irritaing and can be used on lawns, bushes, ornamentals, trees and around the foundation of the home, as well as entry points like windows and doors. It will control over 100 different insects and will typically last 30-90 days outdoors and at least 90 indoors along baseboards and cracks and crevices. Its safe for children and pets once dry and is very cost effective. 
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  • Asked by Notso from Pittsburgh, Pa
    04/30/2014
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    Upon spraying the soffit its possible that some dripped into my container plants.
    I use containers on the porch to grow annuals and vegetables (tomatoes/cukes etc). Do I now have to dispose of the soil or can I wait a year (toxicity ends after time?) and just plant ornamentals this year. I dig in that dirt is it harmful to me?
    A
    We recommend you contact FMC to get their advise since Talstar P is not labeled for use on edibles. You can reach FMC at 800-321-1362.
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  • Asked by Cynthia from Slidell
    05/19/2014
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    I am spraying my backyard to kill fleas, and I live in humid region. I am concerned about Talstar drying.
    I have several dogs, and I a want to spray in the evening when they are inside, however I am concerned about the humidity not allowing the spray to dry before morning. I also wanted to know if the morning condesation will be an issue? Is the morning or the afternoon better for a humid climate?
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    Talstar P is a water based product that dries just as fast as water alone would dry.  Spraying in the afternoon would be best to allow the product to dry better.  The morning condesation should not be an issue as once Talstar dries it will stay on the surface pretty well.  You would apply once a month keeping pets out of the area.
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  • Asked by Anonymous
    05/26/2014
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    How do you get rid of Psocids?
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    The best product will depend on where you are seeing activity. Cy-Kick aerosol is the most popular product for indoor control and Talstar P is the most popular for outdoor control.
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  • Asked by Laurie
    06/04/2014
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    Talstar P (Talstar One) applied to veggies?
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    Talstar P (Talstar One) cannot be applied to any edible vegetation. Please let us know if you have any more questions.
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  • Asked by Carmen from United States
    06/04/2014
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    I have to repeat use of Talstar after a week.
    A week later was necessary to reapply Talstar. A week Later 1 oz per gallon again because there where mosquitoes in backyard. Arround Wednesday mosquitoes again. Last Monday I used 2 oz per gallon. Not happy with the product.
    A
    We apologize that you feel you are not having success with the Talstar. The Talstar is one of our best products for mosquito control. You must keep in mind that the Talstar is not a contact kill, it is a residual and will take time to control the mosquitoes. It will take several months of spraying once every 30 days only (not every week) to control a population. The product will not put a bubble around your home and stop mosquitoes from flying over from your neighbors yard so if your neighbors are not treating it makes control in your yard harder. When using insecticides to control insects, you are trying to make the yard tolerable but you will never get rid of every last pest for good. If you give the Talstar time to do its job we are certain you will be satisfied like all of our other customers who have used it. If you would like to go over target areas and more tips for controlling mosquioes you can call us at 866-581-7378.
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  • Asked by Jason from Mayer Mn
    06/10/2014
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    Is Talstar P safe for use around honey bees? If not,any suggestion? Thanx.
    A
    Talstar P should NOT be applied to honey bees. Please provide more information on the treatment that you are planning and the type of insect you will be interested in eradicating so that we can offer additional assistance and a product recommendation. Mavrik Perimeter can be applied and once dry is safe for honey bees. Please refer to the product label for usage instructions.
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  • Asked by Matt from Springhill, Florida
    06/11/2014
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    Can I use Talstar P on the inside and outside of the home with an IGR for flea control?
    1 acre and 1/2 of land with also treating the inside of the house. I was looking at Talstar P and was going to add an IGR. Any recommendations?
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    Talstar P can be applied with an IGR such as Pivot 10 for outdoor flea control. For indoor flea we recommend applying a product such as Alpine Flea Insecticide with IGR because it can be broadcast inside the home and applied to furniture. It is recommended to make at least two applications indoors and outdoors two weeks apart. Each day during the course of the treatment, you will need to vacuum (even the hard surfaces) for the fastest elimination. Please let us know if you have any questions/concerns.
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  • Asked by Mary from Hilo, Hi 96720
    06/25/2014
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    I have 2 pet rabbits that live in cages, but we let them out in the yard. I recently applied Amdro and then
    Talstar granules for little fire ants. What are the precautions I should take?
    A

    I need more information to answer your question accurately. Which Talstar granules did you use? Which Amdro product did you use? You are welcome to give us a call at 866-832-6240 as well.

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  • Asked by Greg
    06/29/2014
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    I am painting the outside of my house, can I mix Talstar with the paint before applying?
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    We do not recommend mixing Talstar P with paint for application. It can be applied after the paint has dried. It does not stain and holds up will with rain for surface applications.
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  • Asked by Chris from Elk River Mn
    07/04/2014
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    Best method to kill and prevent Mosquitos in residential wooded yard?
    I live in MN and I'm planning to purchase a Solo 451 for applying the chemical. My concern is which product will be more effective. The 2 that I'm considering from your website is Talstar P or permethrin (pyrana). Will one perform better than the other? What are the pros and cons of one over the other? Thank you for your help!
    A
    Talstar P (Talstar One) is highly recommended for Mosquito control. To further control and break down the reproductive cycle you can mix in Nyguard. Nyguard will cause the flying insects to become sterile after contacting it.
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  • Asked by Rick from Woodland Ca.
    07/10/2014
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    What do most pest control companies use for general spraying?
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    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 Gerald from Madison, Ms
    07/29/2014
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    Why is Talstar P 96 oz cheaper per ounce than the gallon size, 128 oz? Is the mixing ratio different?
    A
    No, the mixing ratios are the the same for both sizes of Talstar P (Talstar One). The price of the product depends on the manufacturer. We go by their pricing. Some of the sizes have better price points for our customers. Please let us know if you have any additional questions.
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  • Asked by Linda from Orlando Fl
    07/30/2014
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    How often are the soil treatments when using Talstar P (Talstar One) for termite protection?
    A
    Talstar P (Talstar One) lasts for about 5 years in the ground and works as a repellent, killing only those insects that come into contact with the treated area. If you are looking for a termite treatment that lasts longer, we would recommend Termidor SC. This product lasts for 10 years in the soil. Please let us know if you have any additional questions.
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  • Asked by Nick from North Branch,mi
    08/06/2014
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    I used the Talstar P for ants in my 2 acre yard. They were gone for a month and now they are back. Now what?
    I mixed it 1ounce to 1 gallon of water. Do I need to apply it this often?
    A
    Talstar P (Talstar One) works for 30 days outdoors and 90 days indoors. The mixture of 1 fl. oz. per gallon of water is correct. You can spray every 30 days outdoors. Please let us know if you have any additional questions.
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  • Asked by Lisa from Ada, Michigan
    08/08/2014
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    My Talstar from last year was ineffectual due to serious freezing last winter. I have 1/2 tank of mixed and don't now where to dump it. How and where do I dispose?
    A
    We recommend that you contact your local sanitation department for correct disposal instructions in your area as they can vary.
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  • Asked by Rob from Lou. Ky.
    08/11/2014
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    What is the best way to control adult bagworm infestation?
    I'd like to treat with spray and then systemically.
    A
    Talstar P is the #1 recommended product for bagworm control. TalstarP is known to have a very low toxicity for mammals making it safe to use around people and pets. Please visit the Talstar P product page where you can review the product label as well as the MSDS. Talstar P applications should start in April and continue monthly through June for bagworm control. Be sure foliage is sprayed thorughly to the point of runoff to achieve adequate coverage.

    The only systemic insecticide that we are aware of that is labeled for bagworms is Bonide Systemic Insect Control with Acephate but it is only labeled for use on shade trees and you must spray all of the foliage to get the desired results.Below you will see what we usually recommend for bagworm control.


    Bagworm recommendations:

    It is important to start control methods before a major infestation occurs. Once the bagworms have matured and have formed the "bag" most chemical control methods will no longer work.

    You can manually control bagworms by simply plucking them off of the infested trees and dropping them into a bucket of soapy water or squishing them.  This control method is most useful during fall, winter and early spring, before the eggs inside the bag have hatched.

    Chemical control may be achieved when the larvae are small and just emerging from the over-wintering bag.  Use a concentrated liquid insecticide such as Talstar or Tempo. Foliage should be thoroughly wetted with the insecticide spray in order to achieve thorough coverage.  When doing an insecticide treatment, timing is key. To find out the correct time of year to treat for bagworms in your region contact you local Cooperative Extension office. These offices can prove to be invaluable when treating for insect pests.

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  • Asked by Steve from Corpus Christi, Tx
    08/19/2014
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    Which is best pest control for home use.
    Which one of these is best for home pest control.Talstar one , suspend, bifen it,tempo, just trying to control roaches, spiders ants , box elder, stink bugs.
    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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