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  • Asked by Kayla
    04/08/2024
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    Is Tempo 1% Dust safe to apply to baseboards around my home that only has hard floors? Worried about breathing it in/kids?
    A

    Yes, Tempo Dust is safe for use on baseboards around hard floors.    

    Tempo 1% Dust is safe to use in places where pets and children will be as long as you follow the product label and only apply the dust in allowed places.  They should be out of the area during treatment and for about an hour after.
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  • Asked by Tonya from Logan, Ut
    10/04/2022
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    When is the best time of year to use Tempo 1% Dust as a preventative measure?
    I have used it previously but did not do it this past spring - I want to make sure I do so before it becomes a problem next year.
    A

    It will depend on which bugs you are treating for, as to when the best time for application of Tempo 1% Dust would be.

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  • Asked by Wes from Waupaca
    08/15/2022
    Q
    what is the best time of day to dust for yellow jackets?
    A

    We recommend treating in the evening with Tempo 1% Dust Insecticide  when wasps and hornets are less active. We also recommend following our guide on how to get rid & kill wasps and yellow jackets 
     
    https://www.domyown.com/how-to-get-rid-of-wasps-a-505.html

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  • Asked by Alethea
    07/31/2022
    Q
    Does this also kill red spider mites?
    A
    Tempo 1% Dust would not be recommended for spider mites.
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  • Asked by June from Anderson, Sc
    07/18/2022
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    Will this work on carpenter bees??
    A

    Tempo 1% Dust will eliminate carpenter bees. Be sure to wait at least 14 days or until there is no longer any activity to plug the holes up.

     

    Also, please check out our Carpenter Bee Guide for tips on how to treat and prevent carpenter bees.

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  • Asked by Joy from Murphy
    06/28/2022
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    Will Tempo 1% Dust kill chickens?
    A

    Tempo 1% Dust should not be applied to chickens or areas where chickens can access. It is only to be used in listed areas on the label only with a dust applicator.

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  • Asked by Barbara from Hobart
    06/08/2022
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    Can Tempo 1% Dust Insecticide be used for tiny ants in the corner of a basement room?
    A

    Tempo 1% Dust can be used to treat ants in cracks and crevices indoors, if used as directed on the manufacturer's product label.  

    You could also consider our Indoor Ant Kit, which includes a residual insecticide aerosol, both types of ant bait (gel bait and granular bait) as well as resusable bait plate stations. These are all the products you need for professional treatment of most ants commonly found indoors. 

    Please view our Ant Treatment Guide for more information.  

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  • Asked by Robert from Arizona
    02/10/2022
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    Can Tempo 1% Dust Insecticide be used for bees in the "hot spot" areas of tile that go around the ledge of my jacuzzi that overflows into the pool?
    A

    Tempo 1% Dust Insecticide should not be used in any areas that could contaminate the water by contact or where run off could occur into the pool. 

    Bees/wasp are attracting to water, because they are looking for water. You may consider keeping a can of Wasp Freeze on hand to spray stinging insects on contact when you see them (do not use over the water).

    Please contact the manufacturer Bayer for specifics on this matter 1-800-331-2867. 

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  • Asked by Dorothy from Berkeley
    09/15/2021
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    How to get rid of yellowjackets in my house?
    I had a nest between my gutter and house.a exterminator sprayed powder inside.I don't see any activity where the nest is but now they are getting in my basement through the wall or where there is a electrical conduit. I find them crawling or half dead,I find up to 5 a day.any advice?
    A

    Tempo 1% Dust would be what you would use in a wall void or entry point of the yellow jackets so they can pick it up on their feet and take it back further in the nest. 

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  • Asked by Gigi from Ohio
    08/08/2021
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    Will Tempo 1% Dust Insecticide transfer from yellow jacket nest that is located in a soffit to other areas outside on my property and potentially harm honeybees and pollinators?
    A

    While it is possible for trace amounts of an insecticide dust to be carried out of a nest that you have treated, usually insects like yellow jackets or other wasps will transfer the dust to other insects in that nest rather than to insects outside their nest. Of course, we do not recommend applying Tempo 1% Dust or similar products directly to pollinators or to flowering plants. We also recommend treating in the evening when these insects are less active and more likely to contact the insecticide you have applied directly to the nesting area.

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  • Asked by Tonya from Logan, Ut
    03/22/2021
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    Does Tempo Dust 1% work on both paper nest & Mud Dauber wasps?
    Our mid mid home has vertical wood slats on the exterior and up almost every single crack between slats we have found paper nests. Now as we are doing a remodel in one area of the house, we have found many nests inside up in the ceilings - both paper and mud nests. Will this work in both places? And how large of an area does one bottle cover? How early in the season can I get started?
    A

    Absolutely!  You can apply Tempo 1% Dust anywhere you see wasps, yellow jackets, and any other labeled pests are entering either your home or another structure. You can even use Tempo Dust for wasps nesting in the ground or in a nest hanging from a tree. Tempo Dust is by far our best selling dust for flying insects. It will typically wipe out a nuisance nest within 24 hours.  It is best to apply the dust in the late evening when they are not actively flying around anymore. 1 to 2 puffs from a hand duster is all that you need. This product is used at a rate of 0.5 to 1 lb. per 1,000 sq. ft. Please take a moment to review our Wasp Control Guide for more information and helpful tips on eradicating these pests.

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  • Asked by Mike
    01/14/2021
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    When is the best time to apply Tempo 1% Dust?
    It is currently winter in the midwest and I'd like to know the best time to apply this to the eaves of the house to help prevent wasps from nesting there come spring/summer.
    A

    If applied into voids for wasp control, the best time to apply Tempo 1% Dust is when these pests start to become active. It will work best for wasps when it's fresh. If you believe the area you will treat may have moisture build up, it would be best to use Delta Dust. Delta Dust is water-resistant and can easily be applied with any of our hand dusters.

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  • Asked by Joseph from Micanopy, Fl
    11/09/2020
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    Is Tempo 1% Dust the best powder insecticide in an interior wall to kill carpenter ants?
    A

    Tempo 1% Dust would be a great choice to dust in a wall void for carpenter ants. Dusts do tend to kill the ants a bit faster than foaming but you may need to drill more holes or open the wall a bit more to make sure you are getting even coverage. Please take a look at our Carpenter Ant Control Guide for some great information about dusting and other products you can use in a wall void. 

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  • Asked by Swan from Blue Ridge, Ga
    01/27/2020
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    How do I mix the Tempo 1% Dust with water to kill Asian lady beetles?
    A

    Tempo 1% Dust is not mixed with water at all.  It is applied as a dry dust to cracks and crevices as directed on the product label.

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  • Asked by Cindy from Sun Prairie
    10/27/2019
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    How do I clean up excess Tempo dust?
    A

    To remove Tempo 1% Dust, you can simply vaccum the area and then rinse with soap and water. You should launder any fabrics that you think may have gotten the dust on them.  Be sure to wear gloves while cleaning. 

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  • Asked by Larry from Charleston Wv
    10/02/2019
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    Can Tempo 1% Dust be mixed with water and used in a hand sprayer? Yellow jacket nest is out of reach with hand duster.
    A

    Tempo 1% Dust can only be applied dry.  It cannot be mixed with water and applied.  If you need to treat a hole higher up we do have options for longer reach.

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  • Asked by Spencer from Nashville, Tn
    06/12/2019
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    What interior prep work should be done before dusting crawl space with Tempo 1%?
    Looking to dust our crawl space for brown recluse spiders. Was wondering if there are any precautions or preparation I should take interior before or after, such as closing vents or re-washing dishes, etc.
    A

    There will not be a need to prep a crawl space when getting ready to dust with an insecticide dust like Tempo 1% Dust unless there’s items that will need to be removed. You will need to apply about 0.5 lbs to 1.0 lbs Tempo 1% dust for each 1,000 sq. ft. of crawl space. Spreading the dust over the entire crawl space using a hand duster can be a labor intensive job. Most folks choose to use a Dustin Mizer Duster to help cover the area and save their hands from pumping a hand duster multiple times.

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  • Asked by Jeff from Burnet Texas
    06/04/2019
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    What can I use to treat bees in my wall?
    A

    For bees in a wall, it is recommended to use a dust in the wall voids, such as Tempo Dust. This will provide control for up to 7 months if the dust is undisturbed. Be sure to only use a light coating of dust so that the bees will not avoid the area. 1-2 puffs out of the bottle is sufficient.

    We do recommend consulting with a professional if you believe you have a honey bee hive in your wall since you must remove all materials, honey, etc. completely to avoid any reinfestation or secondary problems like hive beetles and mold.

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  • Asked by Fannie from Danville
    05/07/2019
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    Can Tempo 1% dust be used for centipedes and spiders?
    A

    Yes, Tempo 1% Dust is labeled for centipedes and spiders.

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  • Asked by Dan from Detroit
    04/14/2019
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    Is Tempo 1% Dust effective on bees that have not hatched yet or in early spring before they emerge from their nest?
    A

    Tempo 1% Dust will not be affect bees until they have hatched and go to leave the nest and come into contact with the dust. 

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