Tempo SC Ultra Help - Questions and Answers

Asked by Robert from Salina, Kansas

03/16/2015

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Is Tempo SC Ultra effective treatment for termites?

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Tempo SC Ultra is labeled for above ground subterranean termites and drywood termites. We would recommend checking the label for what you are specifically treating for (page 18).

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Asked by Sandra from Muskegon,michigan

12/16/2014

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Can Tempo SC be used in home with bite mites?
The mite stings,pricks,itches the human body especially at bedtime but I feel pricks through the day and itching on my body and scalp?Very small black and white mites.

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Tempo SC is not recommended to be used inside the home to treat for Bird Mites. There are a few key steps you need to do before using any insecticides. Please read our How to Get Rid of Bird Mite Article for product recommendations and how to treat for this pest. We also recommend contacting your local extension office with a sample of the mite for treatment options in your area.

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Asked by Karen from Phoenix, Az

02/22/2015

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Can you supply Tempo Tempo SC Ultra to lawn furniture safely for human contact/arm rests, etc?

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Tempo SC Ultra is not Labeled for use on furniture and skin contact surfaces as this is not a tested area. If you are treating for fleas for example, you can use Nyguard Plus to apply to seams, folds, cracks and crevices.

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Asked by Skye from Texas

10/19/2017

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Will Tempo SC Ultra keep ticks out of the house?

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Tempo SC Ultra is not a true "repellent," so it will not keep insects such as ticks away. The only way to do this would be to seal up all cracks and crevices that allow them access inside. Tempo can be used as a barrier spray to help kill ticks that come into contact with treated surfaces. Please take a few moments to review our article on How to Get Rid of Ticks for more detailed information on how to implement a successful control program for this pest.

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Asked by Joseph from Great Falls Mt

10/06/2013

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Where can't you spray Tempo SC Ultra?

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Tempo SC Ultra is considered a general use insecticide and is labeled for outside and inside use. Indoors it should only be used in cracks and crevices and is not labeled to be applied as a broadcast spray across open areas.

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Asked by Gerald from Lafayette, La

04/26/2018

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Should I wear a mask or respirator when spraying Tempo SC Ultra in a back pack misting system?

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It is recommended to use protective equipment such as a long sleeve shirt, gloves, pants, boots and a light mask such as the N 5 Valved Respirator Mask? or even the Comfo Classic Respirator Mask.

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Asked by Kim from Alamo, Ca

07/28/2016

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Will Tempo SC Ultra control/ kill June bugs and their grubs?

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Tempo SC Ultra will kill June Bugs. It does not leach into the soil to kill grubs. Please visit our Grub Control page for the most up to date tips and recommendations for Grub control.

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Asked by Linda from Connelly Springs, Nc

08/08/2019

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Is Tempo SC Ultra harmful to fireflies?

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Tempo SC Ultra could harm lightning bugs/fireflies if they land on a treated surface long enough to receive a lethal dosage.

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Asked by Denise from Fosston

09/26/2018

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After mixing Tempo SC Ultra how long will it last?

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Tempo SC Ultra should be used within 24 hours after it is mixed with water.

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Asked by Ken from Celina, Texas

06/02/2014

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What is the difference between Tempo SC Ultra Premise Spray and Tempo SC Ultra Insecticide?
The labeled active ingredient in the premise spray is beta -Cyfluthrin only, and does not appear to be labeled for grasshoppers, whereas the other is beta-Cyfluthrin, cyano methyl1-dichloroethynyl, dimethylcyclopropanecarboxylate, and is labeled for grasshoppers.

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We only carry the product Tempo SC Ultra Insecticide so cannot comment on another by a different name offered elsewhere. We can tell you that the Tempo we carry is labeled for grasshoppers.

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Asked by Kerry from Longwood, Fl

08/27/2015

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I live in a townhouse, we have ants, spiders and sometimes cockroaches, What is the best insecticide to use?

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Temprid SC would be a great product for you. You can apply it indoors cracks and crevices and outdoors. Temprid SC (suspension concentrate) insecticide offers a unique dual mode of action by combining two powerful and effective residual insecticides: beta-cyfluthrin and imidacloprid. The result is Temprid, which provides quick knockdown and long residual control of more than 50 pests, including ants, spiders, cockroaches and other key perimeter pests.

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Asked by Ann from Los Angeles Ca

09/13/2014

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Can I use Tempo SC Ultra in my home safely with an asthmatic child?

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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 Larry from Brewster, Ks.

11/21/2016

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Does Tempo SC Ultra kill grain beetles in the house?

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Unfortunately, Tempo SC Ultra is not labeled to treat for grain beetles. We would recommend a product like Onslaught Insecticide. Onslaught produces no odor, is easy to use, and can be used both indoors and outdoors, including food handling areas (please read directions carefully when using in sensitive environments). It is micro-encapsulated, meaning that after the product is sprayed, the active ingredient is released slowly over time, producing long-lasting residual control of insect pests.

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Asked by Terry from Sheridan, Wy

05/30/2016

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Does Tempo SC Ultra work on Boxelder bugs?
Does Tempo work to eradicate boxelder bugs?

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Yes, Tempo SC Ultra is labeled to be used to treat for boxelder bugs to be applied directly to them that have congregated around doors and windows and similiar areas where they may enter the structure. Apply a perimeter treatment as described. For best results, you must treat the infested trees early in the season.

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Asked by Robert from Okeene, Ok

08/23/2018

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How do I get rid of the burning sensation on my forehead, caused by Tempo SC Ultra?
I must have got tempo on my hands and rubbed my forehead to get rid of sweat. Forehead is burning..What do I use to get rid of the burning sensation?

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Per the instructions on the product label, if Tempo SC Ultra gets on your skin, you should remove any contaminated clothing immediately. Wash off immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes and contact a physician or poison control.

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Asked by Krista from Gosport, In

05/30/2013

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Will tempo ultra kill fleas inside the home?
If so, where should this be sprayed? Carpets? How long should we notice no fleas?

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Tempo SC is more of a crack and crevice treatment. You could use Tempo SC along baseboards cracks and crevices and then use Nyguard Plus which will treat both eggs and adults. Nyguard Plus can also 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 First

07/15/2010

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Will Tempo SC Ultra deter mosquitoes?
If sprayed Tempo SC the on lawn, trees, patio, and surrounding vegetation, will I see less skeeters?

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Tempo SC will not actually repel mosquitoes, but using it in target areas will help reduce the number of mosquitoes in your yard. Tempo SC Ultra should be sprayed on the underside of leaves on trees and bushes to help control mosquitoes. Mosquitoes like to hide on the underside of leaves during the heat of the day so spraying there will help the mosquitoes come into contact with the Tempo SC.

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Asked by Eliana from Indianapolis, In

03/18/2015

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I have an ant problem. I have had professional exterminators come and spray but they are always back.
Does this product work for ants?

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This product is labeled for ant control (except pharaoh ants) for indoor and outdoor application along with many other general household pests as well.

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Asked by Samantha from Street, Md

08/09/2019

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Can I dump Tempo SC Ultra down into holes to kill the larvae of cicada killer wasps?
I have cicada killers bees that have dug holes in my yard. If so how much should I pour down each hole? Help they are taking over.

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You can use Tempo SC Ultra in your lawn to help control cicada killers, however you still need to dilute it at 16 mL (0.5 oz) per gallon of water and apply using a hand pump sprayer.

Cicada Killer wasps thrive in disturbed environments, such as landscaped yards and places where bare soil is exposed. You can discourage the wasps from nesting in your yard by cutting your grass on the highest setting and by adding a thick layer of mulch to flower beds during the Cicada Killer Wasp season. These wasps do not like over saturated lawns either, so over watering during their season will help prevent them. Unfortunately, there is no fool proof way to prevent cicada killer wasps.

We also like to let our customers know that the Cicada Killer wasps are beneficial insects that provide free pest control for a couple months each year. Cicada killer wasps paralyze and provision their burrows with other insects to feed their young. The beneficial Cicada killer wasps, while large and intimidating to see, are mostly harmless and there have been very few reports of anyone getting stung by just being near them. In most cases where a sting was reported, the wasps were being held or molested in some way. Cicada Killer Wasp stings are also reported to be almost painless.

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Asked by Stoney from Pleasanton, Tx

08/03/2019

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What happens if you're spraying around the edges of your pool with Tempo SC Ultra and you get a little bit in the water?

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You should be careful to avoid spraying Tempo SC Ultra in a way that would contaminate a swimming pool. You should not apply this or other residual insecticides directly onto pool decks or similar hard surfaces like walkways. We would recommend waiting at least 24 hours to swim if insecticide has gotten into the pool. You should also contact the emergency number on the product Safety Data Sheet if people or pets were in the area at the time.

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