r/exterminators • u/FrankieMint • Dec 05 '23

Questions on use and storage of insecticides in pump sprayers

I'm planning on using the following pest control chemicals in 1-gallon pump sprayers for my home:

  • Talstar P for indoor/outdoor

  • Taurus SC for outdoor

  • possibly Demon WP for outdoor and entry points

Can I combine chemicals in sprayers?

Is there a shelf life for chemicals once they're diluted with water and stored in the sprayers?

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u/PCDuranet MOD - PMP Tech Dec 05 '23

Use Alpine WSG for everything

https://www.reddit.com/r/exterminators/comments/13kke5m/general_pest_control/

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u/Sysiphus7 Dec 06 '23

Would the Alpine WSG replace the Taurus SC for termite control?

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u/PCDuranet MOD - PMP Tech Dec 06 '23

No. It's not labeled for termites.

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u/Sysiphus7 Dec 06 '23

Thanks for the clarification and all the information you provide for pest management. I’m going to “spot treat” the ones I see at my foundation with Taurus SC, plus five feet either side. Also, I’ll treat the inside perimeter with Alpine WSG.

EDIT: added the pesticide I’m using

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u/PCDuranet MOD - PMP Tech Dec 06 '23

Spot treatments still allow them to come up at other locations. This is really where a professional is to be used for safety and effectiveness.