Victoria from New York writes
Gentrol IGR is not labeled to treat fungus gnats. We do carry Bonide Systemic Insecticide Granules.
Preventing fungus gnats from entering your home is quite simple once you know how. Inspect all new house plants before bringing into your home. Always use sterile potting material. Do not over water plants. Inspect any plant that was taken outside and brought back in. Discard heavily infested plants.Identify and repair any water leaks as soon as possible.
If you have fungus gnats present in your home there are several steps you may take to get rid of them. First you must find the source of the gnats. Inspect all house plants for infestation by placing insect glue board traps above the plant to monitor for adult activity. If activity is present you may let the soil dry out and this may effectively kill all the larvae or remove the plant from your home. Plants may also be treated with Bifen IT to get rid of larvae and adults. Plants should be moved outside prior to treatment and allowed to fully dry before bringing back indoors. If plants do not seem to be the source of infestation search for water leaks or damage from water leaks. These areas must be repaired and properly cleaned to stop the breeding cycle and eliminate the population that is infesting your home.
To get rid of adult fungus gnats flying around your home use an aerosol product like CB-80 Extra or Microcare. Both of these products offer a fast knock down and kill of flying insects and Microcare offers a long lasting residual as well.
Answer last updated on: 05/16/2014
