Combat against cockroaches: instructions for use

If you have red-haired, mustachioed neighbors in your house or apartment, the “Combat” cockroach repellent will be a salvation and an opportunity to quickly get rid of pests.

Each of us in our lives has faced a big, but at the same time such a “small” problem. The problem is mustachioed and brown. As a child, you live in unfavorable living conditions; as a student, you live in Soviet-era dormitories with rotten ventilation systems and absolute garbage everywhere. Even as an established adult, you may encounter these insects when moving to another apartment. Don’t be alarmed, because it is possible, although difficult, to remove cockroaches from your home. Modern cockroach repellents have a powerful and fast-acting effect, sometimes even harmless to people and pets, but deadly to insects. Let's get acquainted with the tools called “Combat”.

Mechanism of action of Combat on cockroaches

Insecticides primarily destroy Prussians. The speed of action of chemicals on bedbugs and other insects is much lower. This is due to several reasons. Firstly, Prussians are omnivores, so in a very short time poisons affect almost their entire intestinal tract. Secondly, the drugs can have an additional contact effect on pests.

The main lethal effect of exposure to the parasite is the blocking of nerve impulses passing through the fibers of the cockroach's peripheral system. Simply put, the product paralyzes the cockroach by getting on its shell and legs. But before this, the insect is able to move for some time and manages to infect almost all the inhabitants of the nest.

How to choose an effective remedy

If your goal is to completely get rid of mass accumulations of bedbugs, then use Combat Superspray+. Manufacturers recommend re-treating them 10–12 days after the first disinfestation. Superspray+ spray is also good because it destroys the remnants of fungi and mold that bedbugs carry and spread. Combat Multispray is also capable of killing other domestic parasites (cockroaches, ants), but it contains a lower concentration of toxic components: bedbugs are more likely to develop a habit of them.

Kombat gels are the right preventative measure. If your neighbors have bedbugs, it is important that they do not spread to you. These products will help limit pest access and prevent them from entering your home.

Composition and active ingredients of the “Kombat” series drugs

The company offers a whole line of insecticidal products that differ not only in release form, but also in quality characteristics.

Aerosol preparations are based on cyphenothrin. Each of the substances in this line has its own active components. The aerosol chemical contains the pesticides cyphenothrin and imiprotrin. Thanks to this combination, quick results with maximum efficiency are achieved.

Sprays consist of tetramethrin and permethrin, which when combined enhance their insecticidal effect several times.

The traps work primarily on the chemical compound hydramethylnone. Moreover, it is completely harmless to pets.

The product in the form of a gel contains a trap-like poison from the pyrethroid group. The main feature of these chemicals is the ability to break down when exposed to air, but quickly work to destroy the cockroach in the body.

Which spray is best for killing bedbugs?

Combat Superspray, like its variety Combat Superspray Plus, does a better job of killing bedbugs than Multispray. This happens because the insecticides included in the former are specifically designed to kill only crawling insects. An additional advantage of Superspray is that it does not have a strong specific odor, unlike Multispray. Superspray also has an antifungal and disinfectant effect and thus destroys bacteria and fungus from treated surfaces. The active substances of Multispray do not have such properties.

Forms of release of Combat funds

The entire range of insecticidal products is presented in aerosol, gel forms and traps. Any product is available to buyers in all regions of our country. The correct choice of drug should be based on the degree of contamination of the living space, its total area and many other factors.

Combat Gel for cockroaches

This form of release has proven itself well in the poisons market. The advantage of using gels has several reasons:

A combination of several insecticides that provides maximum effect without causing addiction to cockroaches.
From the moment of application, its work continues for nine months!
Convenient packaging (in the form of syringes) ensures application of the gel even in the most difficult to reach places.
The gel is applied very sparingly (in a dotted line with a distance of two centimeters between the strokes).

An important aspect to highlight is the following: access to application sites should be strictly limited for small children and pets. It must be remembered that this is poison and “tasting” it is unacceptable.

Insect trap Kombat Superbyte

This product is well suited for use in large spaces. The traps cause a continuous chain reaction to kill cockroaches. Inside the container is a tablet containing a chemical. When it comes into contact with the body and intestines of an insect, it immediately begins its insecticidal effect. After a short “light interval”, during which the cockroach infects other inhabitants of the nest, it dies. The Combat trap is considered a highly effective means of mass extermination of pests in a short period of time.

Aerosol spray Combat against cockroaches

Products in the form of sprays are intended for all types of insects, be it cockroaches, bedbugs or even ants.

Thanks to the aerosol finely dispersed form of the product, you can spray it anywhere, changing the direction of flow or limiting the spray area with special flexible nozzles.

It's important to note a few downsides to using aerosols. Firstly, this is the destruction of only adult individuals. And, secondly, the processing must be carried out in a completely empty room without animals and children.

Aerosol Combat Super Spray

offers its customers two types of aerosols. These are “Combat Super Spray” and “Super Spray Plus”. They work against several types of insects at once. Sprays are produced in bottles with a golden coating. Their volumes are 400 and 500 ml.

Combat Super Spray and Super Spray Plus are very practical and economical. It is enough to treat the room with sprayed poison once and completely get rid of all pests. As mentioned above, these sprays destroy only adult individuals without affecting their larvae, so you will have to re-treat the room after some time. The aerosols contain peritroids, which are very toxic to humans and animals, so these products must be used with strict adherence to safety rules.

Aerosol Combat Multi Spray

Unlike the previous type of aerosol, Multi Spray has a much wider spectrum of action and is much cheaper. It has a pleasant lemon scent. Of course, compared to Super Spray, it is much weaker and has a short-term effect. He puts the Prussians to sleep for a few hours rather than kills them. But in terms of toxicity, it is much safer.

Combat Super Bait traps and their effectiveness

The Combat trap from Henkel has a low price; the reagent included in it has low toxicity, which is important for you and your pets. The trap operates on the principle of a chain reaction. The cockroach enters this area and eats the poison. At the same time, the substance has a delayed effect; when one cockroach comes into contact with other individuals, many more insects can become infected - tens, hundreds of the same ones as the infected one will die. The insect will have time to introduce poison into its nest, which will lead to the death of the clutch.

The manufacturer assures that the traps do not produce an unpleasant odor, do not leave traces, and can be placed in any corner of the apartment next to dishes, furniture and other things. The average cost for 6 traps is 450 rubles, about 75 rubles for one trap.

Reviews of Combat Super Bait traps

The popularity of traps is due to their low cost and ease of use. We have collected customer reviews from open sources, characterizing the main advantages and disadvantages of the “Combat Super Byte - a unique action tool (for hard-to-reach places)” traps.

“Powerful tool! All the cockroaches in the apartment disappeared. But the product in traps very quickly loses its effect. Traps are suitable for killing a small population of cockroaches. Conveniently hidden in hard-to-reach places, you can stick it to the wall. I put it behind the sofa, behind the refrigerator, under the closet and on the shelves. Although the manufacturer claims that the traps are valid for 3 months, I had to buy new ones after a month and a half, as the cockroaches began to appear again. If you bought a package of 6 pieces, then immediately lay out all the traps, otherwise they will simply fizzle out in the box.”

“At first the cockroaches disappeared, we were glad that the traps were working. But a week later they appeared again. Apparently this product was not enough for our conditions, we will buy an aerosol and gel.”

Judging by the reviews, we can conclude that the product is effective, but requires regular updating of traps. It copes poorly with large numbers of insects; additional insecticidal agents must be selected.

Which drug should I choose?

Priority in choosing a specific product is given depending on several reasons: the total area of the room, safety, and the number of pests. Aerosol form is used to achieve quick results, but they are highly toxic. Gels have longer lasting results. Cockroach traps, despite their safety, have low effectiveness and are much more expensive than other means.

When choosing an insecticide, it is important to choose the form that suits you from the point of view of practicality and safety.

Henkel product review - Combat against cockroaches

Insect repellents are very popular in our area. Walking around a trade pavilion or hardware store, a bright box with the inscription Combat Super bait catches your eye. This very popular remedy for cockroaches among insecticides is the most successful, it is not for nothing that it has become so popular. The word “combat” translated from English means “battle”. That’s right, you have a battle ahead of you against the invaders of your territory. The most popular among Combat products are the so-called cockroach traps - plastic containers with poison inside.

The Combat product line also includes other forms of products such as aerosols, gels and traps. When choosing an insecticide, it is worth considering the number of insects, the area of the apartment that needs to be treated, as well as the presence of pets. You can buy Combat products (gels and other products) on the market, in supermarkets and specialized stores. Below we list the average cost of each product.

How to distinguish a fake from the original?

As a rule, large manufacturers always have the risk of counterfeiting their goods. not an exception. You need to know how to correctly distinguish branded products from counterfeits:

Availability of a drug quality certificate.
Packaging must be clearly labeled.
Availability of hologram and identification mark.
Sale in reliable and trusted retail outlets.
Compliance with the average cost on the market.

Be vigilant and do not buy Combat second-hand or at suspiciously low prices!

Advantages and disadvantages

Advantages of Combat sprays:

instantly destroy cockroaches;
Convenience and ease of use – the product is ready for use and the kit includes a convenient nozzle;
reasonable cost of insecticide;
the aerosol volume is larger compared to most analogues;
do not pose a danger to people.

Flaws:

short residual effect;
will not have the desired effect on resistant cockroaches;
leaves stains on varnish coatings and synthetic materials;
It may be necessary to carry out repeated disinfestation.

Instructions for use (gel, traps, spray)

Each of the release forms is used according to the instructions. Only in this way is it possible to achieve the greatest efficiency. Before carrying out disinfestation, it is advisable to clean the room, cover all food products with film or hide them in the refrigerator. The substance is applied (sprayed) directly in the areas of the largest concentration of cockroaches.

Instructions for using the aerosol:

Windows, doors and ventilation grilles are closed to prevent a premature drop in the concentration of the active substance.
The aerosol is sprayed 20 cm from surfaces that require treatment.
During work, the respiratory organs are covered with a respirator or gauze bandage.
The room is kept closed for 20 minutes after treatment, then thoroughly ventilated.
If necessary, treatment is repeated after a month.

Instructions for using the trap:

Placed in places where cockroaches gather.
Replace with fresh ones if necessary.

Gel usage:

Apply in a dotted line (at a distance of 2 cm) along the baseboards, paying attention to the areas under the sink and cabinets.
In case of contact with the skin of the hands, wash off with plenty of water and soap.
Repeated treatment, if necessary, is carried out after a month and a half.

Precautionary measures

When carrying out disinfestation with Combat sprays, you must adhere to personal safety rules, since these products belong to hazard class 3.

Before you start disinfestation, you need to put on clothes that cover the exposed areas of your body as much as possible, gloves, goggles and a mask. During treatment you should not drink, smoke or eat. If the product gets on the skin or mucous membranes, rinse immediately with plenty of water.

Failure to comply with precautions may cause poisoning. In this case, nausea, general weakness, and dizziness are felt. When these signs appear, you need to go out into the fresh air and take activated carbon at the rate of 1 tablet per 10 kg of body weight.

Is Kombat dangerous for animals?

The company uses only high-tech, high-quality and modern elements. All substances are safe for children and pets.

In general, we can say that the “Combat” remedy for cockroaches, according to reviews, is very effective and easy to use.

It’s no wonder that today the market is overflowing with offers of products that will help get rid of these harmful parasites forever. One of these offers is drugs that have taken care of a wide range of their products. Now you can safely say “no” to the obsessive Prussians and other Khrushchevs!

Combat gel as an insect control option

Combat Roach Killing Gel, Source Kill Max, as well as Combat SuperGel are perhaps the most common and effective remedy for cockroaches from the entire Combat line. The gel has the form of a syringe, so it is easy to apply to the floor surface in the corners of rooms, under tables, in places where insects are often found. The composition of the trap and the gel are similar, so their effect is identical. They contain the insecticide hydramethylnon, which effectively destroys the entire colony of cockroaches. The gel is very easy to use. If you do not want to stain parquet or linoleum, squeeze a few drops of gel onto pre-prepared coasters; they can be cut from a milk or juice carton.

The cost of Gel Combat against cockroaches is on average 300 rubles per 80 grams. This amount is quite enough to treat an entire apartment with a large population of cockroaches. There are many similar gel preparations on the market, but one cannot say with certainty about their potency. Gel Combat is really very effective, this is proven by customer reviews.

How to use

Instructions for use for all sprays Combat against cockroaches are the same:

Prepare the room for processing. Pack food hermetically, cover the aquarium, ensure the absence of people and pets, turn off heating appliances and gas equipment.
Disinsection should be carried out wearing a respirator, rubber gloves, a hat, and a robe. The presence of a respirator is not mandatory if the exterminator does not plan to use more than 1 cylinder. Spraying is carried out at temperatures from +10°C to +40°C with open windows, starting from the end opposite the door, gradually moving towards the exit.
Shake the can. Direct a stream of spray at clusters of insects, at areas adjacent to baseboards, walls, pipes, plumbing fixtures, door frames, and garbage disposals. Avoid contact of aerosol with electrical wiring and light bulbs. Consumption is approximately 20 seconds of spray per 1 square. m.
If there is a heavy infestation of cockroaches, all adjacent rooms need to be treated.
20-30 minutes after disinfestation, ventilate for half an hour. Surfaces with which there is daily contact are washed with a soda solution.
Dead and paralyzed individuals are disposed of and burned.
The procedure can be repeated no earlier than after 10 days.

Important!
Neglect of safety measures can provoke poisoning, manifested by nausea, vomiting, an unpleasant taste in the mouth, and headache. The victim must be taken outside and given a 2% soda solution to rinse the nasopharynx. If the insecticide gets into your eyes, rinse them and drop them with sodium sulfacide or novocaine.

Preparing the room for processing

Combat brand products against bedbugs contain substances that cause paralysis in insects. This is due to damage to the nervous system. Upon contact with poison, tissue tone increases, which leads to loss of the ability to move, mate and feed. Moreover, irreversible changes are observed within the first day after treatment.

The effectiveness of Combat is also due to the fact that the toxic substances that are included in the composition belong to hazard class 3 in most cases. This contributes to the rapid death of insects. When you plan to use Combat aerosol/spray, a bedbug remedy of this type will provide the desired result only if the room is cleaned.

It is important to remove dust from all surfaces: floor, window sill, shelves, inside cabinets, sofas, beds, etc. If a fine suspension is mixed with dust, its structure changes and it thickens. The substance gradually hardens and dries out. This reduces the effectiveness of the toxic substance.

The cost of the Kombat trap ranges from 200 to 700 rubles

General cleaning is carried out before starting to process the object also in order to detect places where bedbugs live. These insects prefer to settle closer to a person’s sleeping place, so this is where you need to start searching for pests. Finding and destroying insect nests will increase your chances of eradicating them completely.

When these areas are not given due attention, a new generation of parasites soon appears and the fight against them must begin again. Insects are first looked for under the mattress or inside the bed or sofa. Pests most often live here, because the victim sleeps nearby, you can quickly get to her and get a portion of blood.

In addition, insects can crawl inside a mattress, pillow, or blanket if the material is damaged somewhere. Bed bugs never go deep, because they move slowly and cannot overcome significant obstacles. For this reason, parasites are found closer to the exit - damaged upholstery or fabric.