One thing I have always believed is that if you want something done correctly it is usually best to do it yourself. Pest Control is no different. I have spent many years in the pest industry I have had many mentors and have met many screw ups too. In this article, I hope to show you what you can buy for general pest treatment Before you say no to what I propose in this article please understand that I have the best intentions in mind here.
So, what is the cheapest way to do DIY Pest Control? You will want to pick up a plastic spray can online and a single general spray pesticide. Once you pick these up you will mix them at the label suggested ratio and spray a 3’ barrier up and a 3’ barrier out from your foundation.
This is a very basic answer as you continue to read I will tell you where you can get these items and keep your pest costs at a minimum. I will also tell you how to do it and how often you should treat with this particular chemical.
*Pest Insider Secret – You can use commercial pesticides on your own home legally.
What Is The Cheapest Home Pest Control Product?
Talstar P is going to be the cheapest pesticide you can get to do your own pest control. I will tell you it is a commercial pesticide and it has an amazing knockdown on pests. Talstar P has an active ingredient called bifenthrin. Talstar P targets most pests and is a relatively safe chemical.
The reason this product is such a good choice for general pest control is:
- It is very affordable
- It has a fast knockdown on pests
- Once it is dry it is safe for people and pets
- It is labeled to take care of most common of your common household pests
- It is easy to apply
What Is The Best Home Pest Control Product That Money Can Buy?
In my opinion Demand CS is the very best general pest control product. It has one of the longest residuals in comparison to all other pesticides. The reason it has so much success is because of it’s formulated microencapsulation technology. It is also a major industry standard and is used by many pest professionals. Demand is made by a company called syngenta and they make many wonderful products in the industry. This product also targets most pests so you won’t need additional chemicals unless you are dealing with very large infestations.
How Often Will I Need To Spray My Home For Bugs?
You want to know how long these chemicals last and the breakdown so that you can keep up with the bugs instead of waiting till they get inside your home to do something about it.
I have 2 answers to this question. If you are using Talstar P you will need to retreat your home monthly. If you use Demand CS you will only need to retreat your home every 3-4 months.
Talstar P is a great product and is used a myriad of ways to help keep bugs at bay. It lasts about 21 days with a normal breakdown from the sun, rain, or snow.
Demand CS is an amazing chemical as well. It has the microencapsulation technology I mentioned earlier and because of that, the residual is longer. You can expect this to start breaking down every 80-100 days .this estimate is of course based on home conditions and environment. If it rains a lot you may experience a quicker breakdown and you can just re-apply the application after a 7 day waiting period.
Keep in mind 1 rain storm probably will not breakdown the pesticide, however, if it rains for a week straight I would say the chemical if sprayed where rain can get to it is probably gone and you should go ahead and re-apply.
Is There a DIY Pest Control Supply Store?
The Big Box Stores are not going to carry these products. Your best bet is to order it online from a commercial pesticide distributor that sells to the general public. So No these products can not be sold in a store to the general public. The loophole for using a commercial pesticide is that you are allowed to treat your own home with these products.
Amazon sells some of these products and you can find them in their store online, however, they do not always have the best price and they don’t have tutorials on how to treat the pest you are targeting. I have found the place where I order all of my pest products and since they deal with the general public and small pest control companies they offer a better price for their products. DoMyOwn.com Is an awesome resource. You can search their store by pest or by the products themselves. They do have warnings and also will recommend any gear you will need to protect yourself while using these said products. I highly recommend going through them if you are going to be doing your own pest control from now on.
Summary
So to sum it all up. The cheapest chemical is Talstar P, it has great value in that it provides you with a quality knockdown and for under 30 dollars you can buy this multiple pest tageted chemical. If you already have a plastic pump spray can, you’ll be all ready to go after you pick up some gloves and safety glasses or goggles.
DIY Pest Control:
Demand CS is a good product as well and lasts a good amount of time. If you want a long lasting effect that can be used indoors and out this is the product for you.
Warning: Do not use either of the products inside your home if you have birds or fish that live in the home. If you need to treat the inside make sure you remove the fish or birds from your home for at least a 24 hour period just to be safe.
Related Questions
What is Microencapsulation?
Just like it sounds Microencapsulation in pesticide terminology has million of microcapsules, once a chemical drys the microcapsules seal that chemical within the capsules. When a bug walks over a capsule it bursts and releases pesticide where the pest stepped on it or rubbed against it. This technology makes the chemical last longer and provides a good barrier of protection on your home.
Can I Save Money Doing Pest Control Myself?
In a word, yes! Doing pest control yourself, in the long run, will be much cheaper. There is an initial cost for reusable items like sprayer, gloves, and chemicals but the pesticides used go a very long way.
