13 best lawn insecticides

Product description

Ortho Home Defense Insect Killer for Lawns Granules provides 3-months of protection* from bugs for you and your family. It kills insects, including fleas, ticks, spiders and more, outside the home before they can come inside plus it starts creating a bug barrier in just minutes. Each bag of Ortho Home Defense Insect Killer for Lawns Granules treats up to 10,000/20,000 sq. ft. *Refer to back panel for insects controlled for 3 months.

• 3-month protection (Refer to back panel for the insects controlled for 3 months)
• Kills listed bugs outside before they come inside
• Starts creating a bug barrier in minutes
• Satisfaction guaranteed or your money back
• 10 lb. bag treats up to 10,000 sq. ft.

User questions & answers

Question:	is this biodegradable
Answer:	I question your competency. Yes it is biodegradable
Question:	How often is reapplication needed
Answer:	Here in Western PA we have been having some serious rain issues. I don't doubt the manufacturers specs on the package about using the product every ninety days. However, in my case? About three days after application we had RAIN. The resulting plethora of gnats, skeeter's, flies, no-see-ums" leads me to doubt the product was invented by Noah and could survive a flood. So, if the rain is scheduled to leave for at least a week. I will re-apply. I have had great success with Ortho products in the past.
Question:	Can pets be in the yard
Answer:	I put it out in my yard and let my dogs loose in the yard couple of hours later and they were fine. I also have a few stray cats that were go though my yard and lay around in my yard and they were fine also.
Question:	Does this kill millipedes? We figured in we got infested outside after buying garden plants at one of the big box garden stores
Answer:	More than likely,centipedes are listed on the bag among what it kills so i would imagine it does.

Product features

Ants

Ants are common pests throughout the world. They are a nuisance, largely because of the annoyance caused by their presence - constructing mounds in the lawn or invading the home from the yard in search of food.

Fleas

Adult fleas are no larger than 1/8 inch long. They are reddish-brown, wingless insects that are laterally compressed, so they look as if they are walking on edge.

Ticks

Although ticks are commonly thought of as insects, they are actually arachnids like spiders and mites. They have 4 pairs of legs and no antennae. They lie in wait for a passing deer, pet, or person to walk near the shrub or grass they are perched on.

Spiders

Spiders can be found throughout the country. If you have the occasional fly or gnat in the house, chances are you’ll also have spiders in the house. Spiders live on bugs, but not enough to be considered for pest control.

Chinch Bugs

Adult chinch bugs are about one-fifth of an inch long and black with white wings folded over their backs. Chinch bugs feed on many kinds of lawn grasses, but St. Augustine grass and Zoysia grass are favorites.

Cutworms

If you see spots of brown grass and birds pecking at your lawn, you could be facing a cutworm infestation.

Mole Crickets

Mole crickets can be twice as long as their singing cousins - and their tunneling can ruin your lawn.

Sod Webworms

Sod webworms are the larvae of lawn moths. They live in the root level of your lawn and munch up the grass leaves. At root level, you’ll see small white tubes made of silky web. At dusk, you might even see the worms themselves.

Lawns

Ornamentals & Flowers

Vegetable Gardens

See label for listed vegetables.

Home Foundations

(Perimeter Treatment)

Product description

There are a lot of annoying insects out there. Many enjoy tunneling into and chewing on your lawn, which can cause extensive damage. Some love to bite your skin, leaving you with an ouch or an itch. Still others seem to always have one goal - to leave your yard and invade your home. BioAdvanced Complete Insect Killer for Soil & Turf controls both surface and soil insects. Our exclusive 2-way formula controls surface insects like ants, fleas, mosquitoes and ticks. Also, kills subsurface insects like grubs and European crane fly larvae and mole crickets. Kills listed surface insects in 24 hours and kills listed soil insects for up to 3 months. Can be used as a home perimeter treatment. Pets are safe to return to treated area once product has dried.

• INSECT KILLER: Kills over 30 outdoor pests in lawns and around home including grubs, ants, ticks and more in 24 hours
• 3 MONTH PROTECTION: Kills listed soil insects for up to 3 months
• USE ON: Soil, turf lawns and around the home
• KILLS MOSQUITO: Kills mosquitos in addition to 30 other outdoor pests
• COVERAGE AREA: Treats up to 10,000 square feet
• RESTRICTIONS: Not for use in NY, CT, & VT. Not for sale, sale into, distribution, and or use in Nassau, Suffolk, Kings and Queens counties of NY

User questions & answers

Question:	Can this be used under fruit trees ie. Apple, pears, blueberries etc?? I need to be 100% sure and would like responses fro those whom are certain
Answer:	I always want to give good information on this poisen. I can not answer your question. I use Bayer poisen for the yard and around the headges and for flea controll. I contacted Bayer about useing it during the hot summer months in Fl when the tempature reaches above 90*; Bayer informed me that it stops killing insects above 90*. For fruit trees you need to call their 800 # and ask them or your county Agracultrial Agent. Have a safe growing season. Dallas
Question:	Will this work in flower beds with weed fabric and ceder mulch on top? Worried it won't get down to the grubs
Answer:	This substance is a solvent. it will eventually dissolve and absolve in ground, so it would work when spread over mulch.
Question:	does this kill chiggers? the normal insect killers won't work because they're arachnids, but noticed it does kill spiders and ticks
Answer:	Yes it specifically lists chiggers as a pest it will control. Thanks for considering your purchase from Amazon through AgCareDirect.
Question:	will this kill honeybees
Answer:	Thats a good QUESTION. I dont know I would call Bayer and talk to them. Also make sure you read the MSDS INFORMATION and the instructions on how to speead it. Bayer is good for killing fleas and ticks. It lasts three months and use it untill the out door temps hit 90* or above. I live in Jax Fl. I use a comertial pest controll service year round and I have them spray for fleas during the 90* hot summer months. Comertial liquid poisen kills the fleas and ticks above 90*. I either just dump the bag in my spreader or sometimes use rubber gloves and speead it around the foundation of my house to kill roaches before they have a chance to get in. Also, BAYER does not kill anything if you use it during the hot days of summer when the tempature is above 90*. I called Bayer and read it on the MSDS sheet. Hope I helped you out. I was a Hamat Tech when I was a Firefighter now I am retired. Have a good spring.

Product features

BioAdvanced Complete Insect Killer For Soil & Turf

There are a lot of annoying insects out there. Many enjoy tunneling into and chewing on your lawn, some like to bite your skin and still others seem to have one goal - to leave your yard and invade your home. Kills most common yard insects, including:

• Crickets
• European crane fly larvae
• Stink bugs
• Cockroaches
• Spiders
• Wasps
• Boxelder bugs
• Japanese beetles and more.

Kills Insects Below the Surface

Destroys subsurface pests in your lawn and around the exterior of your home. For best results, apply this product early in the spring or summer, when pests are still young and easier to kill.

90 Day Subsurface Insect Protection

Keeps on protecting your lawn from subsurface insects for up to 90 days after application. Kills more than 30 pests in lawns and around homes.

2-Way Formula

Our 2-way action formula protects your lawn from top to bottom, controlling turf pests including ants, ¬fleas, ticks and grubs in one easy step.

Use Broadcast or Drop Spreader

Home Perimeter

• Apply in a band 2 - 3 feet wide around & up to structure
• Water in thoroughly after applying

Mound Treatment

• Sprinkle 1 - 2 teaspoons of granules over ant mound or wasp burrow

Around Lawn

• Apply evenly with spreader. Treat border first then fill in the center. Make parallel passes, walking at a steady pace
• Water thoroughly

Fire Ant Mounds

• Sprinkle evenly over mound & water in thoroughly

Product description

The power is in your hands to keep your landscape in line – unleash it with Spectracide lawn and garden products. Our easy-to-use, fast-acting insect, lawn disease and weed control solutions help you tame lawn and landscape invaders with incredible pest-punishing power. Take command with Spectracide brand. You hold the power. Spectracide Acre Plus Triazicide Insect Killer For Lawns Granules kills insects in large areas of lawns above and below ground. This formula kills on contact for season-long control against ants (excluding harvester and pharaoh ants). These granules also help protect your home from crickets, fire ants, chinch bugs, armyworms (fall and yellow-striped), billbugs, cutworms, earwigs, fleas, roaches (German and American), grubs, sod webworms, European crane flies, ticks and other listed insects. Use outdoors on lawns and as a band treatment around your house foundation. Treat when insects first appear or when you notice lawn damage. Treats up to 44,000 square feet. Apply Spectracide Acre Plus Triazicide Insect Killer For Lawns Granules when the grass is dry, then water the lawn lightly immediately after application. Once the treated area has been watered in and is dry, children and pets can return to the lawn. Read the entire label before use.

• KILLS LAWN INSECTS: Use outdoors on lawns and as a band treatment around your house foundation.
• ACRE PLUS: Treats up to 44,000 square feet of lawn.
• KILLS ON CONTACT: Treat when insects first appear or when you notice lawn damage.
• CONTROLS GRUBS: Treat any time between late July and early October.
• GRANULAR FORMULA: Distribute granules uniformly around the treatment area; water in lightly immediately after application.

User questions & answers

Question:	Is this product safe for use around fruit trees
Answer:	Thank you for your question. Our product is for lawn use only and cannot be applied within 5 feet of edible crops.
Question:	Does it kill mosquitoes
Answer:	Thank you for your question. No, it will not kill mosquitoes.
Question:	Is this product harmful to pets
Answer:	Once watered and dried, it is safe for pets.
Question:	I have a large lot that does not have access to water and even less rain. Does this product require watering or does it work stright out of the bag
Answer:	I have 3 acres and you must water after putting it down on your lawn. The best way is do this on a dry day when rain is expected the nest day and it works fine. The product work great.

Product description

Two way formula controls both surface and soil insects.

• INSECT KILLER: Kills listed surface insects including grubs, ants, ticks and more in 24 hours
• 3 MONTH PROTECTION: Kills listed soil insects for up to 3 months
• USE ON: Soil and turf lawns and around the home
• PLUS MOSQUITO KILLER: Kills mosquitos in addition to 30 other outdoor pests
• COVERAGE AREA: Treats up to 5,334 square feet
• RESTRICTIONS: Not for use in CT, MD, & VT. Not for sale, sale into, distribution, and or use in Nassau, Suffolk, Kings and Queens counties of NY

User questions & answers

Question:	How long does this work on controlling mosquitos
Answer:	It kills the mosquitos, right away. The mosquitos, usually, stay away for (about) a month. However, you must be diligent in not keeping standing water around your property.
Question:	Push in to open means product comes out of container right
Answer:	yes. it's like child proof bottles where you push the lid in and then screw. The bottle is very robust and leak proof.
Question:	Can I use this on fake grass
Answer:	I don't see why not. You are going after the pests. Formula does not effect surface in any way.
Question:	how long after i spray can my dogs go on the grass
Answer:	I have a German Shepherd and researched this question through the Manufacturer's Website. Once the application has completely dried, it is safe for dogs to be on the lawn.

Product features

BioAdvanced Complete Insect Killer For Soil & Turf

There are a lot of annoying insects out there. Many enjoy tunneling into and chewing on your lawn, some like to bite your skin and still others seem to have one goal - to leave your yard and invade your home. Kills most common yard insects, including:

• Crickets
• European crane fly larvae
• Stink bugs
• Cockroaches
• Spiders
• Wasps
• Boxelder bugs
• Japanese beetles and more.

EZ-Grip One Touch Sprayer

Application for large areas just got easier. Simply attach this product your garden hose, turn on the water and use your thumb to activate the sprayer. Use this tip when finished spraying: turn off the hose, then turn the sprayer on once more to relieve the water pressure before detaching.

Won’t Harm Lawns (when used as directed)

Contains an herbicide proven to control bermudagrass, crabgrass & other listed grass weeds down to the roots without harming the lawn or other desirable plants. It is absorbed by listed weed leaves, therefore thorough coverage is important to ensure best control.

Kills Ticks

Kills and Repels mosquitoes, flies, ants, fleas, ticks and other listed annoying pests. Kills listed insects through contact and keeps on protecting for up to 2 weeks.

No mixing or measuring

Attach to hose, turn on and walk backwards at a steady pace.

Concentrate

Pump Style Tank Sprayers:

• Dilute concentrate in water. Close sprayer, shake well and spray

Dial-Style Hose-End Sprayers:

• Fill sprayer with enough concentrate to cover area to be treated. Close sprayer and set dial. Attach sprayer to hose and apply

Concentrate Plus Water Hose-End Sprayer:

• Pour concentrate into sprayer jar to the required fluid ounce level. Add the appropriate amount of water to gallons level

• DuoCide Lawn Insect Control provides curative treatment for: grubs, fire ants, mole crickets, fleas and more
• Single application allows for "double kill", eliminating pests both above and below the soil's surface
• DuoCide's unique formula contains both bifenthrin and carbaryl - two professional-grade insecticides
• features Dispersible Granule (DG) Technology allowing granules to disperse quickly and completely when watered, moving them directly into the soil
• Not for sale in California

User questions & answers

Question:	How long do have to wait to mow again after applying duocide
Answer:	Most granular products fall into the thatch layer so if it hasn’t been watered in you likely won’t suck up many of the granular. I would recommend lightly watering in after you apply which allows the granuals to disperse.
Question:	Why can't this Product be shipped to California
Answer:	Ask your state and local government. It probably has to do with their restrictions.
Question:	They are destroying my tangerine plants. Applying it 2 ft away won't help. If there are no fruits, can it be applied closer to the root
Answer:	Ues
Question:	Is it safe to use at the same time I put down pre-emergent
Answer:	I can’t answer that; I sprayed my pre-emergent back in February and I didn’t didnt put the Andersons Duocide Lawn Insecticide until April. I do suggest watching the short video on lightly watering and then 30 minutes later repeat to expedite its absorbing into the ground. I did apply other fertilizers etc. prior to the insecticide though. It does break down very easily, so I would say if the insecticide was put down and watered into the ground as recommended then I wouldn’t think that there would be a problem

Product features

Eliminate Pests Above and Below the Surface

The Andersons DuoCide is a professional-grade, curative lawn insect control. Fast acting DuoCide eliminates more than 50 common lawn pests, including grubs, ticks, fire ants and fleas. With a unique formula containing both bifenthrin and carbaryl, DuoCide eliminates lawn pests above and below the soil surface with a single application.

DuoCide also features The Andersons patented Dispersible Granule (DG) Technology, which makes spreading easier and increases effectiveness. With DG Technology, DuoCide granules break down upon contact with water and disperse into thousands of microparticles that move through the turf canopy and into the soil for maximum performance.

Applying DuoCide

Application rates range from 2-8 lbs/1000 sq ft and vary based on pest(s) to be controlled. See the chart below for more detail.

Proper application timing depends on pest(s) to be controlled. For surface pests (ants, spiders, billbugs, chinch bugs, etc.), treat when pests or turf damage symptoms first appear. For subsurface pests (white grubs, june beetles, etc.), apply 10-14 days after egg-laying activity and/or when turf damage is first noticed. See DuoCide label for complete detail.

Irrigation Required

DuoCide must be watered in immediately after application. Upon contact with water, DuoCide granules will disperse into thousands of microparticles, moving the active ingredients through the turf canopy and into the soil. Wait until watering is complete and the area has dried before allowing pets or people to reenter.

Product description

In summertime, life outside is just better. Cutter insect repellents keep your family covered through all of the outdoor fun – so you can soak up some sun without swatting biting bugs. With a range of formulations to choose from, it’s easy to pick the right Cutter product for any outdoor activity, whether you’re lounging at the beach, cheering on your favorite soccer player or just enjoying the backyard. Makes you invisible to bugs. Enjoy your backyard again with Cutter Backyard Bug Control Spray Concentrate. It controls mosquitoes, listed ants, fleas and other listed insects on lawns, landscapes and outdoor surfaces. Cutter Backyard Bug Control Spray Concentrate kills fast and lasts all summer, providing up to 12 weeks of control against house crickets, carpenter ants, harvester ants, lady beetles and earwigs. Includes the QuickFlip hose-end sprayer, which activates spray at the flip of a switch. For best results, apply early before insect populations are high. Covers up to 5,000 square feet of lawn.Cutter insect repellents have been helping families have fun together outdoors for more than 50 years. Goodbye mosquitoes. Hello, summer.

• KILLS FAST: Kills mosquitoes, listed ant types, fleas and other listed insects
• QUICKFLIP HOSE-END SPRAYER: Hose-end-sprayer activates spray at the flip of a switch – just grip, flip and go
• LASTS ALL SUMMER: Controls up to 12 weeks against house crickets, carpenter ants, harvester ants, lady beetles and earwigs
• COVERAGE: Treats up to 5,000 square feet of lawn
• NO MIXING REQUIRED: Attach the sprayer to a garden hose to treat your lawn, landscape and outdoor surfaces where insects hide

User questions & answers

Question:	what is the water to cutter mix ratio if I want to use the remnant amount of cutter I have in a spray bottle. is it 2:1, 3:1. 4:1 etc
Answer:	No , I’m sorry these are not recyclable, once the repellent oils that are infused to the plastic bands wear off , the bands no longer work.
Question:	Can it be used if dogs will be in the yard
Answer:	The bracelets last 18 months from time of purchase if maintained In individually sealed packages.
Question:	how will you know if the product is used up if the water fills/mixes with bottle
Answer:	Yes , they are one time use per band . They come individually wrapped so you can grab one and go.
Question:	Can you use this spray on flowers
Answer:	Yes

Product features

HOSE-END CONCENTRATE

• Use to treat large areas, including lawns, ornamentals and outdoor surfaces.
• Simple hose-end attachment makes application easy; no mixing required.

OUTDOOR FOGGER

• Ideal for yards, decks, patios and picnic spots.
• Aerosol spray designed for use in infested outdoor areas.

CITRONELLA CANDLE

• Ideal for yards, decks and patios.
• Burn several candles to create perimeter protection against flying insects.

KEEP BUGS AT BAY

Treat your lawn with an all-purpose lawn spray labeled for use against mosquitoes, like Cutter Backyard Bug Control products, to create a barrier against biting bugs.

Use a patio repellent around your deck or outdoor gathering area to create a zone of mosquito protection while you’re spending time outdoors. Easy-to-use Cutter CitroGuard Candles use the repelling properties of citronella oil to repel mosquitoes and other flying bugs for hours.

Use a personal insect repellent as a reliable line of defense against biting bugs. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends using a repellent, with DEET, Picaridin or oil of lemon eucalyptus, as a highly effective way to minimize your risk of mosquito bites.

Product description

Talstar XTRA granular insecticide is proven to eliminate dangerous fire ant colonies in four hours or less, it also control many other lawn pests FOR USE IN : Outdoors including areas surrounding residential, institutional, public, commercial and industrial buildings. For use on lawns and landscaped areas around residential, institutional, public, commercial and industrial buildings, parks, recreational areas and athletic fields. Read product label for more information UPC# : 035832596186

• NOT FOR SALE : AK, CA, CT, KY, MT, NY, PR, VI, WA

User questions & answers

Question:	I want to kill some insects that live in/ on the ground, will it hurt honey bees, butterflies, or humming birds
Answer:	It is not recommended that it be washed in a machine. Agitation and rubbing could compromise the durable water-resistant finish. The better cleaning method would be to spot treat with a mild tech soap and blot with a towel.
Question:	How long is the effectiveness on Chinch Bugs? Is this a one time treatment for them or does it have to be applied again for preventative measures
Answer:	I have it in red
Question:	does it work for mosquetoes
Answer:	No. It’s a great backpack to keep stashed away in case you need one.
Question:	Will it kill chinch bugs
Answer:	It might be a bit of overkill, but it would work. I'm using it now for a "failover" connection on my firewall, which uses the ethernet connector to plug into the modem with included ethernet dongle. You just want to make sure you've got a good cell phone signal. This may be different for your provider, but for me (on Google Fi) there is no way to connect _to_ the device, it can only make outbound connections.

Product description

DuraTurf Insect and Grub Control

Controls turf damaging insects above and below the ground with one product. Kills grubs and over 40 additional insects including earwigs, ants, fleas, ticks, pill bugs, and more. Combines the systemic action of Imidacloprid with the fast acting insect control of Lambda-Cyhalothrin. This allows Insect and Grub to kill insects in 24 hours while providing soil and surface protection for up to 3 months. Makes a great perimeter treatment around premises.

About Bonide:Bonide has been trusted since 1926 as the leader in providing the best possible products and solutions for home, lawn, and garden pest problems. Based out of Oriskany, New York, we continue to grow our reputation as a leader in the lawn and garden care categories by delivering the highest quality products alongside our great customer service. Our goal is to help consumers throughout their entire purchasing process by recognizing signs of trouble, developing the best solutions, and recommending the perfect products.

• INSECT KILLER - This pest control is great for use on species of ant, cricket, chinch bug, billbug, cutworm, earwig, flea, roach, grub, sod webworm, tick and other listed bug species.
• PROTECT YOUR LAWN AND HOME - Insect and Grub Control is designed for fast acting, long lasting control from invading species. Use outdoors, on lawns and around the foundation of the house. Not for indoor use.
• TOP TO BOTTOM PROTECTION - Product offers complete insect control for the soil and surface of your yard. It will kill insects both above and below the surface of your lawn.
• DUAL ACTION DEFENSE - Combines the systemic action of Imidacloprid with the fast acting insect control of Lambda-Cyhalothrin. This allows Insect and Grub to kill insects in 24 hours while providing soil and surface protection for up to 3 months.
• EASY APPLICATION - Granules should either be distributed as a barrier around the house foundation or spread throughout the lawn with a fertilizer spreader. Water lightly immediately after application.

User questions & answers

Question:	how is it applied
Answer:	I applied by hand using a cup with wholes. But you can use a handheld spreader or a push spreader. What ever you use to put fertilizer down with.
Question:	when is best time of year to apply
Answer:	An easy way to remember: Apply in July when the beetles fly.
Question:	Doesn't mention if/when small pets can be on the lawn. Does it say anywhere on the actual package
Answer:	Eric's answer is nonsense. The active ingredient in this pesticide is imidacloprid. According to published testing at the Michigan State Extension Service, Cornell University et al, the instructions to apply imidacloprid to a lawn require you to water-in the product with a half inch of water. Once the lawn then dries after the watering it is safe for children and pests. Do your own query, that data is widely published. In fact, to make the point even more clearly, imidacloprid is approved by the EPA to be applied directly onto dogs over 7 weeks old as a flea treatment. Why people like Eric make their ridiculous postings is beyond me.
Question:	This thing smells pretty evil. I want grubs to die but I feel the worse for my earthworms. Will this kill earthworms in the soil
Answer:	As I said in my review, in addition to the grubs, it killed the earthworms in my lawn. It killed about a dozen worms per 10-square feet of turf.

Product description

If you’ve got a large property to maintain and protect, this is the way to go. Loaded into a spreader, granules provide coverage for thousands of square footage. Perfect for creating a perimeter around property, in flowerbeds, ornamentals, or even soiled areas. After spreading, water thoroughly to release active ingredients. Just load, spread, and water, and you’re done.

• Large-Scale Pest Protection. Large-Scale Results
• Kills Over 30 Listed Pests
• Use on Lawns, Ornamentals and Around Homes
• For use on Vegetables
• Kills Ticks, Fleas, Worms, Ants, and Several Other Pests

User questions & answers

Question:	Does it kill Squash bugs
Answer:	We will have to say YES as it kills a lot more than what is listed on package.
Question:	Is it ok to spread in pasture where animals are grazing
Answer:	Yes
Question:	Does this kill adult Japanese beetles
Answer:	Hello, Yes. This product does kill Japanese beetles. Thank You
Question:	Is this save to allow dogs in the lawn after apply this product
Answer:	The product says to water it in before allowing your pets back into the yard. More detailed instructions are available from the manufacture. I've use this product several times and have a dog and she's doing fine.

Product description

Dylox 6.2 works by both contact and ingestion. It rescues and protects lawns and turf from grubs and certain other insects that feed on them. When watered properly, this product can even penetrate thatch up to 1/2 inch thick. Provides rapid curative grub control in as little as 24 hours Works faster than competitive curative products Has a longer effective application window than most competitors Kills second and third instar grubs on contact, as well as listed surface-feeding and soil insects Helps stop damage from predators such as skunks, birds and raccoons Pests controlled (but not limited to) include: Annual Bluegrass Weevils (larvae and adult) Armyworms Chinch Bugs Cutworms Sod Webworms White Grubs

• Trichlorfon 6.2%
• Dylox 6.2 is for use in and around landscape flowers, shrubs, trees, landscape and recreational turf, golf courses, and residential turf.
• Dylox 6.2 Kills and Controls Armyworms Cutworms Webworms Cranberry Girdlers Bluegrass Weevils Billbug Larvae Mole Crickets Chinch Bugs White Grubs

User questions & answers

Question:	How often should you treat the lawn, with this product, during a year
Answer:	I have had different rain gauges before and they do sell the tubes...haven't had to replace this one yet but I'm sure I could find one don't know about the glass ones though
Question:	I have well water. Treating near the well area will it after the water
Answer:	Not so far. We take it in during the winter. It is in a partially sheltered corner, but definitely gets some wind.
Question:	This question is for manufacture or someone that has used accordingly :How many pounds per acre should be used
Answer:	It just sits on a table or a deck rail would work but it cannot be mounted. We love it!
Question:	I am new at lawn. I noticed i have grubs, when is this best to use? Thank you
Answer:	It's plastic and I never expected it to last long. I am a rainwater harvester of over 17 yrs. and accuracy and durability is of most importance to me. I replaced this with an RG 202. Cost more but well worth it.

Product description

Prevent grubs from damaging your lawn with Scotts GrubEx1 Season Long Grub Killer. A single application can stop and prevent grubs all season long. Apply during spring or early summer to kill grubs as they develop. Using Scotts GrubEx1 Season Long Grub Killer annually can also help control Japanese beetle infestations. Easily apply with a Scotts broadcast, drop, handheld, or Wizz spreader and stop grubs before they damage your lawn.

• One application in the spring or early summer kills and prevents grubs for 4 months, (satisfaction or your money back)
• Helps prevent root damage caused by insects for a stronger lawn
• Prevents turf damage by killing grubs when they are young
• Kills 25 percent more grub types vs original GrubEx
• Scotts products are designed to work with Scotts spreaders
• Not Sold in HI or in Kings, Nassau, Queens or Suffolk counties of NY state

User questions & answers

Question:	Can you use this in vegetable garden
Answer:	No strap. Easy to carry by the handle though.
Question:	will it harm earthworms
Answer:	I no longer have the box it came but the tank has "20020" in raised plastic written on it. However, in looking at the item listed as 'Chapin 20020" there is a differnce in the wand tip, the spray lever does not lock 'on' (looks like there is a place for piece of plastic to slide for locking), and there may be a few other differences. It may be that Chapin uses the same tank and takes away some bits of plastic to make stripped down models.
Question:	Can I use with crabgrass preventer
Answer:	This is NOT the right model for spraying sealers and/or stains. The correct models are 25010, 25012, 25020, and 30600. See the Chapin website.
Question:	Does this kill Vine Weevil grubs? Thank you
Answer:	It will vary based on the product you are using so read the directions carefully for every product you spray. But in general, 1 gallon for 1,000 sq. ft. That said, I just used it on a lawn bowling green which is about 14,000 sq. ft. The pesticide I used said 1 gallon to cover 1,000 sq. ft. That would have been 12 gallons to cover the green, but when I had finished I used half that amount. This may have been because I walked too fast (I walked about the pace I do when I spread fertilizer). So, depending on how fast you walk, how comprehensive you want your coverage to be, and what the pesticide label suggest, I would say 1 gallon covers at least 1,000 sq. ft and at most 2,000 sq. ft. I also recommend using a dye/colorant so you can tell where you have sprayed and how think the coverage is.

Product features

Apply in Spring to Early Summer

Prevent grubs from damaging your lawn with Scotts GrubEx1 Season Long Grub Killer. It kills 25% more grub types vs. original GrubEx. Easily apply with a Scotts broadcast, drop, handheld, or Wizz spreader and stop grubs before they damage your lawn.

Provides Protection For 4 Months

One application kills and protects for 4 months. Apply to a dry lawn and water in thoroughly to activate. See label for full product instructions.

Annual Use Can Help Control Japanese Beetle Infestations

Grubs and other listed insects can cause extensive damage to lawns by feeding on grass and its roots. Infested turf turns brown and is easily pulled up by hand. GrubEx1 prevents turf damage by killing grubs when they are young before they can cause turf damage.

Product description

Ortho Home Defense Insect Killer for Lawn & Landscape Ready-To-Spray kills bugs outside before they come inside! It quickly kills up to 235 kinds of listed bugs, while creating a bug barrier to stop them before they enter your home. The bug spray is non-staining and odor-free and starts killing outdoor insects within minutes. Treat up to 5,300 sq. ft. and protect against ants, fleas, spiders (excluding black widow) and American dog ticks for up to 3 months!

• Ortho Home Defense Insect Killer for Lawn & Landscape Ready-To-Spray kills 235 listed insects, including ants, ticks, mosquitoes, fleas & spiders outside before they come inside; plus it even creates a bug barrier to keep them out
• KILL OUTDOOR INSECTS: Starts working within minutes to kill listed outdoor bugs, so those lawn insects won't come inside your home
• LONG-LASTING CONTROL: This insect spray keeps on killing ants, spiders (excluding black widow), and American dog ticks for an impressive 3 months
• KEEP BUGS OUT: Create a barrier that keeps insects from coming inside your house (see product label for complete lists of pests)
• EASY TO APPLY: One bottle treats up to 5,300 sq. ft., and there's no mixing or measuring--just attach to your garden hose and spray; people and pets may re-enter after the treated area has been allowed to dry

User questions & answers

Question:	Does this kill earwigs/pincer bugs
Answer:	Yes it does, if you go to the Ortho website and look up Home Defense it does list earwigs, and states that it kills 235 insects, I would think it would kill pincer's too. I hope this helps.
Question:	Does this product kill Japanese beetles on roses
Answer:	From what I read on the Ortho website this product kills over 250 bugs.
Question:	Will this product wash away when the sprinklers come on to water the lawn
Answer:	No
Question:	What does the bottle say about pets
Answer:	Safe for people n pets after it dries

Product features

Ants

Ants are common pests throughout the world. They are a nuisance, largely because of the annoyance caused by their presence - constructing mounds in the lawn or invading the home from the yard in search of food.

Fleas

Adult fleas are no larger than 1/8 inch long. They are reddish-brown, wingless insects that are laterally compressed, so they look as if they are walking on edge.

Ticks

Although ticks are commonly thought of as insects, they are actually arachnids like spiders and mites. They have 4 pairs of legs and no antennae. They lie in wait for a passing deer, pet, or person to walk near the shrub or grass they are perched on.

Spiders

Spiders can be found throughout the country. If you have the occasional fly or gnat in the house, chances are you’ll also have spiders in the house. Spiders live on bugs, but not enough to be considered for pest control.

Chinch Bugs

Adult chinch bugs are about one-fifth of an inch long and black with white wings folded over their backs. Chinch bugs feed on many kinds of lawn grasses, but St. Augustine grass and Zoysia grass are favorites.

Cutworms

If you see spots of brown grass and birds pecking at your lawn, you could be facing a cutworm infestation.

Mole Crickets

Mole crickets can be twice as long as their singing cousins - and their tunneling can ruin your lawn.

Sod Webworms

Sod webworms are the larvae of lawn moths. They live in the root level of your lawn and munch up the grass leaves. At root level, you’ll see small white tubes made of silky web. At dusk, you might even see the worms themselves.

Lawns

Ornamentals & Flowers

Vegetable Gardens

See label for listed vegetables.

Home Foundations

(Perimeter Treatment)

Product description

Use Ortho BugClear Lawn Insect Killer for fast-acting insect control. The granules kill outdoor insects and keep them from coming inside. Kills ants, ticks, fleas, spiders, sod webworms, and other listed insects by contact. Apply to lawns, around home foundations, and on ornamental, flower, and vegetable gardens (on listed vegetables) with a Scotts spreader, then water in. The formula kills bugs by contact, above and below the ground while creating a three-month bug barrier (against listed insects).

• Kill all listed bugs, including ants, ticks, sod webworms, fleas & spiders, with Ortho BugClear Lawn Insect Killer
• Use on lawns, around a home's perimeter, and on ornamentals, in vegetable gardens (on listed vegetables) & flower beds
• Fast-acting, kills above and below the ground, and creates a barrier to keep bugs from coming inside (refer to packaging for complete list)
• Apply using a Scotts Drop, SpeedyGreen, or EdgeGuard spreader, then water it in
• Provides up to 10,000 sq. ft. of coverage

User questions & answers

Question:	Does it kill chiggers
Answer:	Yes
Question:	Will this take care of gnats swarming my yard
Answer:	Ortho BugClear Lawn Insect Killer is not registered to control gnats in the lawn.
Question:	Would this repel wasps from a lawn
Answer:	This product will kill wasps, but it does not contain an insect repellent.
Question:	Is it safe for pets
Answer:	Yes

Product features

Ortho BugClear Lawn Insect Killer

Ortho BugClear Lawn Insect Killer is a fast-acting lawn insect killer and kills above and below the ground. Kills ants, ticks, sod webworms, fleas, and spiders by contact. BugClear also creates a 3-month bug barrier to keep insects from infiltrating your lawn (see label for insects controlled for 3 months).

Ortho makes it easy: just use a Scotts spreader to apply to your lawn, around home foundation as a perimeter treatment, or on ornamental, flower, and listed vegetable gardens. For best results, treated area should be thoroughly watered immediately after application. See product label for complete information.