Talstar P Professional Insecticide - Questions & Answers

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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 Rachel from Idaho
    05/06/2014
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    We live in Idaho and have Hobo spiders-will Talstar take care of these?
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    Talstar P will kill and is labeled to kill Hobo spiders among many other pest.
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  • Asked by Jason from Tulsa, Ok
    07/08/2014
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    How does Talstar P compare to the new Suspend Polyzone?
    Does Suspend Polyzone have a faster kill rate for spiders. I see in the Q&A that Talstar P takes longer to kill since it is a residual. Can you give some guidance on whether this is true for Suspend Polyzone?
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    The active ingredient in Talstar is not protected like that of the Suspend Polyzone. Talstar will last 30 days outdoors. Suspend Polyzone features a proprietary polymer layer that protects the active ingredient from weather, irrigation and mechanical abrasion. This controlled release formulation, which resists erosion, ensures your treatment will continue to control targeted pests for up to 90 days outdoors. It also stays right where you put it, so if you want to increase the effectiveness of your treatments, put the science of Suspend Polyzone to work for you.
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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?
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    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?
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    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?
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    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?
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    Yes, Talstar P will eradicate all spiders including brown recluse, brown widow and black widow species.
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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.
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    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 Kevin from Smithtown, Ny
    06/18/2016
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    What time of day is most effective to spray Talstar P outside to kill mosquitos?
    I'm using a Stihl AR200 back
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    We recommend applying Talstar anytime of the day EXCEPT during the middle of the day.  The key with mosquitoes is to apply to the underside of the leaves as that is where the adults lay during the day.

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  • Asked by Charles from Branson
    07/17/2016
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    Does Talstar P control Japanese Beetles?
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    Yes, Talstar P will be a great choice for treating listed areas for Japanese Beetles. You will mix 1 oz per gallon per 1,000 sq ft.

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  • Asked by James from Danville,va
    09/19/2016
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    Can Talstar P be applied to lawn with a hose end sprayer?
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    Talstar P (Talstar One) can be dispersed in a hose end applicator. You will mix 1 oz per gallon of water per 1,000 sq ft. Please set your applicator to fit manufacturer settings accordingly.

     

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  • Asked by Andy from Mascoutah, Il
    04/07/2017
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    Will Talstar P control/kill wasps?
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    Yes, Talstar P is labeled to kill and control wasps. The mixing rate is 1 fl oz per gallon of water. This will last for 30 days outdoors and 90 days indoors.

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  • Asked by Tim from Mound, Mn
    06/01/2017
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    Can you tank mix Talstar with an herbicide?
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    You can mix Talstar P with an herbicide as long as there are no restrictions on the label for the other product that you are using. We recommend performing a small jar test for compatibility any time you are using two new products together for the first time. Be mindful that you are only applying your herbicide in the correct areas.

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  • Asked by Michelke from Greer, Sc
    07/11/2017
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    How long do my pets and children have to wait before going to an area treated with Talstar P (Talstar One)?
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    The surfaces treated with the Talstar P (Talstar One) should be completely dry prior anyone returning to those areas. They should remain gone for a minimum of 2 hrs.

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  • Asked by Joshua from San Angelo
    06/19/2018
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    Is Talstar P safe to use around a restaurant kitchen area?
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    Yes, you can use Talstar P in both food/feed and non-food/feed areas of food-handling establishments like restaurants as a spot or crack and crevice spray. Be sure this is not while the restaurant is in operation, and that you are not contaminating food, utensils, or food-handling surfaces. Please see Page 6 of the product label for complete directions on using Talsar in Food/Feed Establishments.

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  • Asked by B.j. from Dallas, Pa
    06/26/2018
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    Is Talstar P the best way to kill fungus gnats and keep them from returning?
    Our 'yard' is roughly 1/2 acre in size and there is one 20'x20' wet spot that rarely dries. There is a second area(a swale) that sometimes collects some rain water as well.
    A

    Talstar P (Talstar One) is a great product to use for fungus gnat control. It is to be used inside and outside the home, but will only kill the adults as the larvae is protected in its egg form much like a chicken egg is protected until cracked. To control the larvae you would need to mix the NyGuard IGR (birth control) in with the Talstar. NyGuard is labeled for fungus gnats as well as a large variety of other insects to sterilize the adults from being able to lay viable larvae. This will control the population drastically in keeping new ones from developing. You should mix 1 ounce of Talstar P with 4 ml of NyGuard IGR to each gallon of water you use. Talstar P can be used as a broadcast over the entire lawn or just as a perimeter treatment. You will want to focus on the mulch bed area and the underside of shrubs, bushes, or trees in the area. It is completely safe to spray on ornamentals. In the garage area, spray as crack and crevice and focus on damp areas/reducing the water/moisture. Please let us know if you have any further questions.

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  • Asked by Joel from Alexandria
    07/06/2018
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    Can you use Talstar in a mist blower, or only in a sprayer?
    Looking for mosquito control.
    A

    Talstar is a great option for mosquito control and can be used in either a mist blower or a sprayer.

     

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  • Asked by Jim from Montgomery
    03/14/2019
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    Is Talstar P Insecticide safe around birds?
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    For outdoor use the Talstar P will be safe for animals of all kinds once dry. For indoor use if you have pet birds, we recommend removing the birds from the home while you treat and for at least 4-6 hours to give plenty of time for the product to dry and air out. Birds are more sensitive to chemicals and smells so keeping them out of the treatment areas for longer than pets like dogs and cats is recommended. If you have any safety concerns regarding its use around your birds please take info on the product to your birds vet for consultation. 

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  • Asked by Wanda from Jacksonville, Florida
    05/11/2019
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    Does Talstar P need to be watered in after two hours?
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    Talstar P Professional Insecticide needs to be watered in for some pests but not all.  Please review the product label for complete application information depending on your target pest.

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  • Asked by Frederick
    04/14/2010
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    What is the difference between Phantom and Talstar P?
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    Phantom is a non-repellent insecticide that also has a transfer effect and is especially useful for insects that are social or extra sensitive like ants, roaches or bedbugs. Talstar P on the other hand will have a faster knockdown rate and is a bit more versatile as it can be used in more areas and for a wider variety of insects. When trying to decide which insecticide to use you need to know: 1. What are you trying to eliminate? 2. What areas need to be treated? After you answer those questions, read the product labels to make sure the pest and the treatment area are both listed. If you still need help deciding you can call us at 866-581-7378.

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