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  • Asked by Pat from Oakwood, Texas
    01/13/2020
    Q
    Which product is better between Tempo SC and Bifen IT?
    Which product is better for ladybugs, ants, spiders, scorpions, roaches, mosquitoes, and flies?
    A

    Bifen IT and Tempo SC Ultra are both very good products. The biggest difference between them is that they have two different active ingredients. They are both great insecticides and can be alternated so that there is no pest resistance built up.

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  • Asked by Carla
    06/09/2011
    Q
    Can I spray Tempo SC on my horse, 15 years ago, I used to use it on all my livestock.
    A
    Tempo SC can not be sprayed on any type of animal. Tempo SC is labeled to use in cracks and crevices in the barn or housing area but it is not labeled to be used on the animals themselves. We do carry Riptide and Permethrin SFR, both of which are labeled to be used on horses.
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  • Asked by T.
    07/18/2011
    Q
    Is Tempo SC Ultra suitable for wasps found in the void of the wall?
    Is there a three-month residual effect?
    A
    Tempo SC Ultra can be applied in a wall void, but dust products are much better suited for flying insects. Our most popular dust  for bees/wasp is Tempo Dust.  You will need a hand duster to apply it with.  It usually works within 24 to 48 hours. You want to go up to the opening where they are flying in and out of at dusk or at night when they are not active and puff twice directly into the hole.  Then pull the duster out and puff directly at the hole to cover the opening from about 5 inches away.  This is the most efficient and fastest way to eliminate a bee/yellow jacket/wasp nest.
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  • Asked by Kc from In
    03/21/2012
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    Can I spray my clothes with Tempo SC Ultra?
    A

    Tempo SC Ultra cannot be sprayed on clothes or toys for any reason. 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.

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    4 of 5 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Rich from Manassas, Va
    04/22/2012
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    Red Mites all over my patio
    I have what looks like a major infestion of tiny red spider mites all over my patio. I get them every spring and have been trying to figure out what can kill them so that i can use my patio during the spring time. I heard TEMPO kills them on contact? Any help would be apprecited.
    A
    Tempo SC Ultra would be a good choice for spider mites control on your patio. You should note that synthetic pyrethroids like the one contained in Tempo SC Ultra does not offer an instant kill but will eliminate insects within a few hours of contact.
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  • Asked by Brad from Grosse Pointe, Mi.
    06/19/2012
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    Can I spray Tempo around Hosta plants without damage?
    A
    Tempo SC Ultra is known to be very gentle on plants when used as directed on the product label. That being said we always recommend that you test a new product on one or two plants before you spray them all just to be safe.
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    4 of 4 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Darrell from Willmar, Mn
    06/25/2012
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    How long does Tempo SC Ultra spray stay active? I store it in the house over the Winter.
    A
    You should plan on using the bottle of Tempo SC Ultra within 3 years of the date of purchase.
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    4 of 5 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Erin from Guthrie, Ok
    04/30/2013
    Q
    Will Tempo SC Ultra kill hookworms in our yard?
    A

    Unfortunately there is not a product on the market that is labeled or recommended for hookworms. While some insecticides that are labeled for turf or lawn infesting insect may work, there has not been enough research to add hookworms to the product labels. We recommend that all animals be kept out of the contaminated area for at least 1 year (during warm spring/summer months, longer during cool winter/fall months) and all feces be removed. Keeping the animals out of the contaminated area for at least 1 year should help control the infestation pattern. It is also important to remove feces from the new latrine area to avoid another infestation. Another option is to remove the contaminated soil and replace if you cannot keep out for 1 year

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    4 of 4 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Pat from Nevada, Ia
    06/16/2013
    Q
    Tempo SC was left in the garage this winter. will it still be effective after freezing temp.?
    A
    It is not recommended to leave any type of chemical in areas where they could freeze or over heat because of the potential for the chemical to break down. According to the manufacturer, as long as the Tempo SC Ultra was only exposed to sub freezing temperatures for a short period of time and the product looks exactly the same as before it was exposed, it should be fine.
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    4 of 4 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Kevin from Michigan
    07/04/2013
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    Is Tempo SC Safe to use on firewood to be burned indoors fireplace
    I have a stacked firewood to be used for burning in our fireplace inside our living room. I'd like to spray this firewood to keep the wasps, hornets and bees out of it, but will it be safe to then burn it in our house this winter? Please advise. Thanks!
    A
    We would not recommend using Tempo SC on firewood. We recommend only using a product that is labeled for that. Please contact your Local Cooperative Extension Office to advice on what would be safe to use.
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    4 of 4 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Dotty from Dickey N.d.
    07/10/2013
    Q
    Does spraying Tempo SC Ultra on lawn and around bird feeders hurt birds
    A
    When used as directed Tempo SC should not harm birds. Please be sure the birds are out of the treated areas until dried.
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  • Asked by Carly from Cedar Rapids, Ia
    09/14/2013
    Q
    Does the Tempo SC Ultra product kill fleas?
    A
    Tempo SC Ultra is not labeled for indoor flea control but would do a great job outside.  It is not applied as an indoor broadcast application for the treatment of this insect or any other insect. It is applied only as a crack and crevice application indoors.  For outdoors we also recommend mixing in an IGR that will help break down the reproductive cycle. You can use something like NyGuard IGR.  For indoors we would recommend Nyguard Plus which can  be applied to carpets, rugs, flooring, floors, drapes and all surfaces of upholstered furniture including under cushions. Avoid over wetting furniture and carpeting.
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  • Asked by Sherri from Dennison
    09/23/2013
    Q
    Will Tempo kill bed bugs once it has dried?
    A

    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.

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    4 of 4 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Richard from Ocala, Florida
    12/05/2013
    Q
    What is the Half Life of Tempo SC Ultra Insecticide
    I am having a roach problem and have had it for two years. The Pest Control Co. I have had for the two years insists that spraying around and in the home every 3 months should do the job. The Chemicals used : Mother Earth Scatter Bait - Phantom SC 0.5% - Prelude EC 0.05% and recently - Tempo SC Ultra Insecticide. After checking into a Prelude's half life I am concern and wonder about the 3 mo. intervals on the rest. Please respond, I need your opinion.
    A
    Tempo SC Ultra has a resiudual of 3 months indoors. However, a key part of eradiacting roaches is to incorporate a roach  bait. A great roach bait to use is Vendetta Plus. Vendetta Plus is an effective cockroach bait, plus, it contains the insect growth regulator (IGR) NyGuard which interrupts the life cycle of the roach and helps to prevent future infestations.
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  • Asked by Lisa from Little Falls Mn
    06/25/2014
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    Is Tempo SC Ultra harmful for frogs?
    I would like to spray our pasture, but there is a pond, with many frogs, will it kill the frogs?
    A
    Tempo SC Ultra is should not harm frogs after the treated area has dried. It will kill the insects they are preying on, so the frogs may leave the area. Please keep in mind, Tempo SC Ultra is not labeled to be used in pastures or near ponds. Let us know if you have any more questions.
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  • Asked by Ann from Los Angeles Ca
    09/13/2014
    Q
    Can I use Tempo SC Ultra in my home safely with an asthmatic child?
    A
    Tempo SC Ultra is safe to use indoors. We would not recommend spraying it when anyone but the applicator is in the room. Once the product is dry, it is safe for anyone to return to the area. If there is a concern for smell, we would recommend opening windows or turning on fans. Please let us know if you have any additional questions.
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  • Asked by Brandy from Louisville, Ky.
    09/18/2014
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    Will Tempo SC Ultra hurt my horse if it gets on him and not washed off quickly?
    My horse was being attacked by a couple hornets and in my panic I grabbed the sprayer with Tempo SC Ultra in it. I had sprayed his legs and belly area before I realized which sprayer I had. I haven't been able to catch him to wash him off yet. I want to find out for sure what I should expect if it is harmful to him. Thank you
    A
    We would recommend contacting a veternarian as soon as possible.
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    4 of 6 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Ed from Hayward, Ca
    01/08/2015
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    Is Tempo SC Ultra safe to use in & around shower/tub area?
    After it dries can we use the shower/tub normally for a shower or wash?
    A
    Tempo SC Ultra should not be applied to the inside of the shower and/or tub. It is labeled to be applied to the cracks and crevices only indoors.
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  • Asked by Tina from Muncie
    05/19/2015
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    What if we did not wait for this to dry ?
    A
    According to the product label for Tempo SC Ultra, people and pets should stay out of the treated area until the product has dried.  If you did re-enter the area before the product had a chance to dry, we recommend that you contact the manufacturer at 1-800-842-8020 to see what action needs to be taken.  
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  • Asked by Norma from Fargo, Nd
    02/27/2016
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    Is Tempo SC okay to apply on tropical plants that have mealybugs?
    A

    Tempo SC Ultra is labeled for mealy bugs on ornamentals as directed on the product label.  It just cannot be used on anything edible.

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