Demon WP Insecticide and Tempo SC Ultra are both very effective insecticides and while they may kill springtails that come in contact with a treated area, neither are specifically labeled for springtails. We would recommend using Talstar P as your perimeter spray and we also suggest incorporating a granules like Demand G Granules. Eliminating springtails can take time. Springtails indicate that there is a moisture issue because they breed in walls or under slabs where a moisture issue may exist. Typically, pesticides alone will not take care of a springtail problem. It is required to fix whatever moisture issue is causing the problem. You should read our "How To Get Rid of Springtails" article for further information.
The residual for Tempo SC Ultra is approximately 90 days indoors, and 30 days outdoors.
No, Tempo SC Ultra cannot be used on animals at all.
We would recommend using something like Permethrin SFR for use on listed animals (do not use on cats). Be sure to check the label with regards to mixing ratios and how often the product can be used. Please refer to our new Animal Care Products section for more options.
Tempo SC Ultra is labeled for ticks, but it CANNOT be applied to humans or animals. We do offer flea/tick control products for dogs.
Tempo SC Ultra is not labeled for use in these areas. This product should only be used in cracks and crevices indoors.
The exact time it takes Tempo SC Ultra to kill will depend on several factors, such as the age and health of the roach and how long it spent in contact with a treated surface. It is often helpful to use a roach bait gelalong with an insect growth regulator (IGR) in addition to an insecticide when treating for roaches for complete control. You may want to take a look at our article on How To Get Rid Of Roachesfor more information.
Tempo SC Ultra is labeled for scorpions and millipedes and offers a residual control of 90 days to interior cracks and crevices and 30 days outdoors to listed areas.
Yes, Tempo SC Ultra may be used safely on landscaped trees, bushes, and ornamentals for aphids and ants.
Tempo SC Ultra is not labeled to kill bed bugs. Our bedbug kits come with all top of the line products that are available on the market today, along with instructions to follow. When applied properly, our kits have a very high success rate. We recommend reading our article on How to Get Rid of Bed Bugs for more information on a treatment program using the products and non-chemical efforts.
Yes, Tempo SC Ultra can be used outdoors but is no longer labeled for flea control. For best results, we recommend also using it along with an insect growth regulator (IGR) such as Archer IGR to help stop the fleas' reproductive cycle. Please take a moment to look over our article on How to Get Rid of Fleas.
No, Tempo SC Ultra is an insecticide and cannot be used to kill mice. You can find all of our mouse control products here.
Tempo SC Ultra is labeled to treat for houseflies outdoors. You can apply it on surfaces outdoors where house flies land and around entry points to the home to try and prevent them from getting inside. You will use 8ml per gallon of water.
It is not recommended to mix Tempo SC Ultra, with any type of herbicide. This could degrade the effectiveness of the active ingredients of both products.
It is recommended that you stay out of the treated area for 1-2 hours after applying Tempo SC Ultra. Once the product has dried completely, it is safe for individuals to return to the area.
No, Tempo SC Ultra will not harm your plants or turf as long as you follow the manufacturer's product label instructions for application rates and directions. Tempo SC Ultra is labeled for broadcast spraying on turf, ornamentals and plantscapes.
It is recommended that you wait 1-2 hours after applying Tempo SC Ultra to allow animals back into the area. Be sure the area is completely dry before they return.
Tempo SC Ultra is labeled for powderpost beetles. However, we normally recommend Boracare instead because it will penetrate the wood completely and will remain active for the life of the wood.
Tempo SC is safe to use indoors when applied as a crack and crevice treatment according to the instructions on the product label. This is a residual insecticide that should not be applied to personal items like bedding or resting areas of furniture. If you think clothing or bedding may be contaminated, then you would want to wash these items before use. It is fine for people and pets to re-enter the treatment area after the application is dry.
An indoor application of Tempo SC Ultra is completely safe to the touch and any other aspect once dry. The residual time indoors is typically 3-6 months on any surface its applied to and can be removed by either shampooing carpet if need be or washing down with a scrubber and water and soap.
Yes, Tempo SC Ultra can safely be broadcast in your lawn. It is not labeled to treat grubs. Please check out our grub control page. You want to use something like Milky Spore that will be worked in past the thatch layer to treat grubs.
