No, Tempo SC Ultra cannot be used directly on pets.
Tempo SC Ultra is labeled for ticks in general including ticks that may transmit Lyme Disease and Rocky Mountain Fever. It is labeled to be applied at the rate of 8ml to 16ml per gallon of water. Repeat applications every 21-30 days as needed outdoors.
If looking for an insecticide specifically for Brown Dog Ticks, Talstar P lists Brown DOg Ticks on the product label at the rate of 0.5 to 1 fl oz per gallon of water. Repeat applications every 21-30 days as needed outdoors.
These insecticides do NOT contain an IGR (insect growth regulator) therefore it is recommended to add the IGR to the tank mix to help stop the growth cycle of the target insects. Archer IGR is one of the most recommended IGR’s due to that is holds up longer in conditions outdoors and does not break down easily in direct sunlight.
Please view our Tick Treatment Guide for more information.
Tempo SC Ultra has a three-year shelf life from the date of purchase if stored away from extreme temperatures. It should be applied within 24 hrs of mixing for the most effectiveness.
Tempo SC Ultra would be best applied separately. The rates for Clearys 3336F are per area and not set per gallon like the Tempo is.
Please view the individual product labels for application rates specific to the insects and disease being targeted.
It normally takes a few hours for a product such as Tempo SC Ultra to completely dry. Usually, it takes about 2-4 hours, but this also depends on other environmental factors. For hard to wet foliage such as holly, pine, or ivy you could consider adding a spreader sticker for enhanced coverage.
Tempo SC Ultra cannot be applied to any carpeting. 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.
Tempo SC and Demon Max should not be tank mixed. You should use one or the other as directed on the label for the targeted pest/area treating. Please take a few moments to review our treatment article on How to Get Rid of Termites for a successful application with suggested products.
Tempo SC Ultra should not be applied to furniture where there is prolonged skin contact.
Tempo SC Ultra should only be applied to the cracks and crevices in a garage, not the floor.
Tempo SC Ultra is not a contact kill but it does have a residual of up to 4 weeks. The time it takes for roaches to die after they come into contact with dried deposits of Tempo SC will depend on the life stage of the roach, how long they stay on the treated surface, and how long the dried deposit of Tempo SC has been in place. You can expect the roaches to die anywhere from 1 hour - 24 hours after they come into contact with treated areas. If you are having a heavy roach infestation, look over our article How To Get Rid of Roaches for helpful details, hints and product recommendation for controlling the colony the fastest way to eliminate them for good at the source.
Tempo SC is mixed at a ratio of 8-16 ml per gallon of water per 1,000 sq ft.
Tempo SC Ultra cannot be used in pastures or any areas where animals graze.
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 the pest you are targeting and are labeled for use in edible vegetation.
Tempo SC Ultra is not intended to be broadcasted indoors. it is only to be sprayed around the perimeter of the room such as the baseboards and in cracks and crevices. The product is safe for pets once dry, just keep them out of the area while applying and for at least an hour after.
Tempo SC Ultra is not a contact kill but offers residual control for up to 30 days to listed exterior areas as directed and 90 days to interior cracks and crevices for the listed pests.
While Tempo SC Ultra Insecticide would not completely kill a arborvitae, it will likely damage it/burn the leaves if applied during higher temperatures. If it getting up to 90 degrees during the day, it would be best to apply early morning or late evening when temperatures are cooler.
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.
