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 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.
Yes, Tempo SC will kill grasshoppers and it will leave a residual of about 4 weeks outdoors and about 3 months indoors. Be sure to read and follow the product label to be sure you are using the correct concentration in the areas you need to treat. It should not be applied to edible plants. Please let us know if you need anything else. We are always happy to help!
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.
Tempo SC Ultra will kill Carpet Beetles. We do not recommend applying to hardwood floors. Carpet beetle infestations can be very difficult to control. The best weapon for getting rid of them is to combine cleaning and insecticides.
• Vacuuming: Carpet beetle larvae like to feed in dark, undisturbed locations like closets, attics, basements, and storage areas. The wide availability of food sources for the larvae (including dust and lint, and pet hair) makes vacuuming the best way to ensure there is minimal food for the larvae to feed on. Vacuuming can also help to remove the larvae and adult beetles already in the home. Regular vacuuming and laundering of rugs, furniture, and linens can help to ensure the beetles are removed and have no food source. If you find a contaminated item, bag and remove this item from your home, if possible.
• Proper storage: Before storing silks, woolens, or furs, dry clean as the beetles are attracted to stains and soiled garments. Store in a well-sealed container, using mothballs. Mothballs can limit the beetle’s attraction to the wool or silk. Store pet food, dried meat, and other dried animal products in a well-sealed container.
• Insecticides: For things that cannot be washed or dry cleaned, insecticides are the best bet for prevention and eradication. You can also mix in Gentrol IGR with your Tempo SC. This will help to break down the reproduction cycle.
Insecticides can be used for spot-treatments, as a boundary at the edges of rugs, under rugs, under furniture, walls and floors of closets, shelving, cracks, and lint or dust accumulating areas. Be careful around oriental rugs or other fabrics, as some insecticides can stain. Never spray clothing or bedding with insecticide, and always read instructions.
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.
No, Tempo SC Ultra is not labeled to be applied to furniture, It is limited on indoor use to base boards, window frames, door jams, and cracks and crevices in the home. Please read label carefully for mixing and applying instructions and restrictions.
Tempo SC Ultra is labeled for bagworms and will be effective on them up until they form the bag. Once the bags have formed, there is little you can do for control other than to physically remove them.
Tempo SC Ultra is labeled for armyworms at 4-8 ml per 1,000 sq ft.
Tempo SC Ultra is labeled to eradicate adult fleas outdoors. It will kill fleas that crawl across a treated surface but it does not kill on contact. For more information on eliminating fleas, please take a few moments to review our article and videos on How to Get Rid of Fleas. We offer flea control kits for outdoors and indoors.
Beta Cyfluthrin is a second generation pyrethroid, whereas the Cyfluthrin is a first generation pyrethroid. Anything second generation is going to be a newer formulation and often have a slightly different mode of action or slightly faster kill on the pests, or designed to combat any resistance issues that could have been experienced against certain species with the original formulation. Essentially, for most pests they will work the same to control them overall in the same general capacity. Products like Cy Kick CS are encapsulated to help the ingredient not break down under UV rays as quickly as a non-encapsulated product which is why its recommended highly in high heat/UV ray areas such as deserts of Arizona, Nevada, etc.
Whether either of those products would be the best thing for your quarterly customers would mostly depend on what kind of longevity you are looking for in a product and what kind of pests they may have a particular problem with in their area. A product like Cy Kick CS is going to last longer typically outdoors than a standard non-encapsulated product like Tempo would. However faster knockdown may be observed with the use of the Tempo SC Ultra since the beta-cyfluthrin can provide that.
