Hi, I'm Keith with Solutions Pest and Lawn.
In this video, we’ll talk about this product,
we are going to cover what it is, what its
used for, drawbacks of this chemical, how
to get started, and where and when to apply.
Solutions Pest and Lawn is a small family
owned business that relies on people like
you to succeed.
Our goal is to teach you how to treat your
pest problems.
If you have any questions, after watching
this video, please email, call, or visit one
of our stores and we can help you out.
TalStar Pro is a 7.9% Bifenthrin suspended
concentrate insecticide.
This product is a synthetic pyrethroid that
works by interfering with the insect’s nervous
system.
Talstar controls many different species of
insects, but we typically recommend it primarily
for indoor and outdoor use to control fleas,
cockroaches, spider, mosquitoes, and even
wood destroying insects like carpenter ants
and termites.
Talstar Pro is a suspended Concentrate, this
means that when it is diluted with water,
it will settle at the bottom of your sprayer
and needs to be agitated frequently.
If the chemical is allowed to settle completely
it can be very difficult to get a thorough
mix again.
Talstar Pro is not intended to be used as
a broadcast spray indoors, only as a spot,
crack, and crevice treatment.
Also note that widely used products, such
as Talstar Pro, can lead insects to develop
a resistance to this chemical.
Repeated use of a this product with decreasing
signs of effectiveness can be an indication
of resistance.
You will have to cycle active ingredients
to minimize this.
Use broad spectrum insecticides like Sylo
emulsifiable concentrate for outdoor treatments
and Novacide aerosol for indoor treatments.
Both treat similar pests and have a wide range
of uses.
Before using Talstar Pro, be sure to use proper
personal protective equipment, or PPE.
You can mix Talstar Pro at a varying rate
per gallon of water depending on level of
infestation and targeted pest.
Always follow label directions for proper
mix rate, and do not overapply.
Over use of the product could decrease its
effectiveness.
Talstar Pro comes in either a tip and measure
or squeeze and measure bottle.
To measure with a tip and measure bottle,
make sure both caps are tight and tip the
bottle over so that the insecticide collects
in the reservoir, and tip the bottle back
until you have the required amount.
To measure with a squeeze and measure remove
the cap on the smaller measuring reservoir
and squeeze the bottle.
Use the measurement lines in the reservoir
to collect the required amount.
Add the chemical to your sprayer, then add
water.
Agitate your sprayer and you’re ready to
apply.
Be sure to repeatedly agitate your sprayer,
as the product will settle over time.
Talstar Pro is typically used as an outdoor
broadcast spray.
But it can also be used as a barrier spray
around structures, including around windows,
around doors, along eaves, and any other entry
points such as weep holes and where electrical
and plumbing penetrate the wall.
Talstar can even be used for termite treatments.
It can also be used indoors as a crack, crevice,
and baseboard spray.
You can apply Talstar Pro with either a pump
sprayer, hose end sprayer, backpack sprayer,
or a spray rig for large volume application.
Apply Talstar during calm days where rain
is not in the immediate forecast.
Keep all pets and people off the treated areas
until dry.
Talstar Pro has a residual of thirty to ninety
days.
We typically recommend spraying quarterly
for preventative control.
Talstar is not an instant kill - once the
insect comes into contact with the chemical,
it can take up to an hour for it to die.
Depending on your target pest’s lifecycle,
you may need to reapply in 14-21 days.
Most active infestations cannot be controlled
through the use of one product.
Typically, you’ll need a growth regulator
and bait or dust for complete control.
For each insect, we have come up with treatment
methods that we guarantee 100% to work.
Click the card on the top right to get more
information.
Solutions Pest and Lawn is a small family
owned business that relies on people like
you to succeed.
Our goal is to teach you how to treat your
pest problems.
If you have any questions, after watching
this video, please email, call, or visit one
of our stores and we can help you out.
