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  • Asked by Lisa from Morris
    07/11/2016
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    Will Tempo SC Ultra kill earwigs?
    A

    Tempo SC Ultra is labeled to treat for Earwigs.

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    40 of 42 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Christina from Perry,ok
    07/02/2015
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    Will Tempo SC Ultra hurt hummingbirds, chimney swifts, other wild birds, tree frogs, toads and other wildlife?
    We are going to spray indoors and outdoors for roaches and spiders. We have chimney swifts that nest in our non functional chimney. I also feed about 20 hummingbirds. Birds eat alot of insects and I don't want to poison any of them but want to get rid of our roaches and spiders.
    A
    Tempo SC Ultra should not harm birds, wildlife or beneficial creatures when used as directed on the product label.  It is best to apply when they are not in the area and hope they do not return until dry.  Once the product has dried, it only has a toxicity level of that to kill something as small as an insect.
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    39 of 44 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Jan from Spartanburg, Sc
    06/10/2013
    Q
    what is the difference between bifenthrin and tempo sc
    A
    Tempo SC is a suspension concentrate that delivers the power of a powder formulation in a liquid. It's easy to use too-less messy to handle, needs less agitation and is more evenly dispersed during application than other products. Tempo SC Ultra has no odor, is non-staining, and has a long lasting residual of up to 3 months. Where as Bifen IT and other Bifenthrin generics control over 75 common insect pests, including termites. Bifen can be used as an indoor and outdoor pest control, turf and ornamental application, and for treating pests in food-handling areas. Both Talstar One and Bifen I/T contain microcrystals that do not break down easily with rain once they bond to surfaces. Both Talstar One and Bifen IT are clear substances that leave no stains on painted surfaces.
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    38 of 71 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Jdub from Marshalltown
    03/29/2017
    Q
    How long does Tempo SC Ultra last after application
    A

    Tempo SC Ultra has a residual of 30 days outdoors and 90 days indoors. 

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    38 of 41 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Bernard from Cleveland, Ohio
    10/10/2015
    Q
    How long will Tempo SC Ultra maintain effectiveness after being mixed?
    And how do you dispose of leftovers?
    A

    You should use any diluted Tempo SC Ultra within 24 hours of mixing. If your spraying is interrupted, then be sure to agitate the tank before finishing your spraying. Solutions left in your sprayer may leave residue that can damage the sprayer or interfere with future applications, and the active ingredient will break down sitting in dilution. You should use up your diluted solution outside and then rinse your tank before allowing it to dry and be stored.

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    37 of 43 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Bill from Oklahoma City , Ok
    06/12/2013
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    Will Tempo SC Ultra work for Termites?
    Have been searching the questions and haven't found any questions about using Tempo for killing termites. I want to treat the foundation to kill termites showing up in an older house with a crawl space.
    A
    We can tell you that for termites we almost always recommend Termidor SC. Termidor has a different active ingredient than Tempo SC Ultra and this active ingredient allows the ants or termites to pick the product up on their bodies and move it back to the nest and spread it to the other insects. Tempo on the other hand will only kill the insects that come into direct contact with treated surfaces. Also Termidor will last about twice as long as Tempo when used as a termite barrier in a trenching treatment. Please let us know if you have more questions about Tempo vs Termidor.
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    37 of 40 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Larry from Madison, Wi
    10/14/2012
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    Does Tempo SC Ultra kill boxelder bugs?
    A
    Tempo Sc Ultra will kill boxelder bugs that contact the areas that have been treated with Tempo.
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    37 of 40 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Karen from Delray Beach,florida
    10/03/2014
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    Does Tempo SC Ultra work for the elimination of ticks in the yard and in the house?
    They seem to be immune to the products.
    A
    Yes, Tempo SC Ultra is labeled to kill ticks. It is recommended that you use an IGR (insect growth regulator) as well to stop the ticks from producing. Archer IGR is an excellent IGR that is photostable for up to 14 days so it works in direct sunlight. It will work for up to 7 months. For your first treatment, you will use Tempo SC Ultra and Archer IGR. The next treatment will be 14 days later with the Tempo SC Ultra only. You will do supplemental treatments as needed after the first two treatments.
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    37 of 42 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Helen
    07/12/2011
    Q
    Spraying on ground under tomato plant that has tomato on vine with Tempo SC Ultra. Can you eat the tomato?
    Do I need to pull up the plant or pick all green tomatoes?
    A
    You should not eat any fruit or vegetable that comes into contact with Tempo SC Ultra. We do not recommend treating within such a close proximity to the plants. Applications should be kept far enough away from the plants as to avoid contact with the foliage, and with the root system.
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    36 of 40 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Renee from Arvada, Co
    07/19/2013
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    Can I spray tempo SC on my vegetable garden
    I have a vegetable garden, tomatoes, peppers, squash, etc. if I spray tempo SC on it is it safe to eat my vegetables?
    A
    Tempo SC Ultra is not labeled to be applied to edible plants. Please visit our  Edible Garden products page to find a product that will treat what pest you are targeting and are labeled for use in edible vegetation.
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    32 of 41 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Jolene from Corinne
    08/08/2015
    Q
    Will Tempo SC harm plants if it is sprayed on them?
    A

    Tempo SC Ultra will not harm plants or flowers if sprayed on them and is labeled for use in those areas for a variety of pests. It is not, however, labeled for use on any type of edible plants in a garden or on a fruit tree. 

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  • Asked by David
    06/24/2010
    Q
    Tempo SC Ultra was recommended to kill/control stinkbugs. Does it kill stinkbugs?
    I live in Virginia. In early September a very, very large number of stinkbugs will collect on our house. I want to kill as many as possible.
    A
    Yes, Tempo SC Ultra will work for stinkbugs.  Stinkbugs are not listed on the label of most insecticides yet because they have only started becoming a problem for homeowners and property owners in recent years. Be sure to spray eaves, soffits, window frames, door frames, areas where cables, pipes or wires enter into the structure and any other crack, crevice or gap where insects can harbor. We also recommend starting applications in early August to prevent having the stink bugs move in with you and sealing up as many cracks, crevces and gaps as possible.
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  • Asked by Stef
    07/18/2010
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    Is Tempo SC Ultra effective for scorpions?
    A
    Yes, Tempo SC Ultra would be a good choice for scorpion control. Be sure to spray all of the areas where scorpions can harbor outdoors such as rock beds, landscaping timbers, rock walls around the bottom of the foundation, window frames, door frames, and places where other insects (the scorpions food source) harbor.
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  • Asked by Darlene from Taylor, Nd
    07/18/2015
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    How long should I wait to water the garden after I spray Tempo SC Ultra?
    A

    We would recommend waiting until Tempo SC Ultra has dried completely before watering your garden. Tempo SC Ultra is mixed with water and can be used on flowers, bushes, trees, etc. This product cannot be used on any type of edibles.

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    30 of 33 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Latrice from Douglasville, Ga
    04/22/2015
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    Can you use Tempo SC Ultra for carpenter bees?
    I've used this product in the past for wasp, but not sure what to use for carpenter bees and where you should spray for carpenter bees.
    A
    Tempo SC Ultra will help to kill and deter carpenter bees from nesting in a treated area.  Apply directly to areas where the bees have been seen or found and other resting areas as a residual surface treatment.
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  • Asked by Mark
    11/07/2009
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    Does Tempo SC Ultra work on spiders?
    I live on a lake in N.E. Michigan and I have a terrible spider problem. How does this product do on spiders? How often do you have to repeat the application?
    A

    Tempo SC Ultra works well on spiders as do most of our liquid concentrate sprays.  If a spider is present when you spray, it will die very quickly.  This product will leave a 30 - 60 day residual, so you should apply every 30 - 60 day's based on activity that you see.

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  • Asked by Jon from Houston, Tx
    07/25/2015
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    If Tempo SC Ultra gets on your skin, how do I get it off?
    A

    We highly recommend that when applying or mixing Tempo SC Ultra that you wear chemical resistant gloves. If you happen to get some on your hands, the MSDS indicates that you should wash hands thoroughly with soap and water after handling and before eating, drinking, chewing gum, using tobacco, using the toilet or applying cosmetics.

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    29 of 51 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Rich
    04/22/2016
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    How long can Tempo SC Ultra be stored after it has been mixed?
    A

    Once mixed, Tempo SC Ultra and any other product on the market needs to be used within 24-48 hours at the most. If you do not think you will need a full gallon of solution for your needs then you can cut the amount of water and dilution rate down for your needs. Always try to mix up only what you will need at a time. Anything left over can be poured directly into the soil next to the structure for disposal. 

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    28 of 30 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Bev from Wolf Point,mt
    10/03/2011
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    Does it hurt the cat to eat the bugs after being sprayed with Tempo?
    A
    After Tempo SC is diluted there is only enough active ingredient to kill small insects and will not harm cats.
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    27 of 31 people found this answer helpful.
  • Asked by Bruce from Casa Grande, Az
    07/13/2014
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    Will Tempo SC Ultra work for scorpion control
    A
    Tempo SC Ultra will kill scorpions. Mix 1 oz per gallon water.
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    26 of 26 people found this answer helpful.
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