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How to Treat Stink Bugs With Temprid

Insecticides can be used to eliminate insect problems, including stink bug infestations. Temprid CS is a product developed by Bayer that can be used by pest control professionals to manage insects in and around businesses and homes. The insecticide, which is not for residential use, can also be used to control ants, mites, centipedes, silverfish and wasps. All commercial insecticides include dangerous chemicals and should be kept away from children and pets.

Things You'll Need

Spray tank
Protective clothing, gloves and eyewear
Respirator

Instructions

- 1
  Dilute 0.27 to 0.54 fluid oz., depending on the severity of your stink bug infestation and the area in which you'll be applying the spray, of Temprid in a gallon of water. Always wear protective clothing, gloves and eyewear when handling Temprid, and wear a respirator if you'll be spraying the product above your head.
- 2
  Pour the diluted insecticide into the spray tank and gently shake to mix.
- 3
  Spray the insecticide mixture around the perimeter of the building or on established landscaping plants. Focus on points of entry, and cracks in which insects have taken shelter or could take shelter. Don't apply around bodies of water, runoff areas, intertidal areas, blooming crops or weeds. It can be sprayed indoors, but only in unoccupied rooms where food is not prepared.
- 4
  Allow the spray to dry thoroughly before letting pets and people return to a treated room or come in contact with treated surfaces.
- 5
  Reapply every 7 to 10 days if pests reappear.

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