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Home Defense Max 1.33 -Gallon Trigger spray Insect killer

Ratings & Reviews for ORTHO Home Defense Max 1.33 -Gallon Trigger spray Insect killer

4.3
317
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 4.3 out of 5
317 Reviews


86% Recommend this product

Ratings may include incentivized customer reviews.

What Customers Are Saying

Customers overwhelmingly praise this pest control product for its effectiveness at eliminating ants, spiders, and other household insects, with many reporting dead bugs within days and sustained protection lasting weeks or months. The battery-powered wand is a standout feature, praised for eliminating the need to pump and making application faster and less tiring. Users appreciate the cost-effectiveness compared to professional exterminators and establish monthly or bi-monthly spraying routines with consistent results. Some note limited effectiveness against roaches and palmetto bugs, and a few report occasional wand defects, but these are isolated concerns. Overall, most customers consider it a reliable, long-term solution worth repeat purchases.

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317 Customer Reviews

Ant and insect destroyer!

Would Recommend

Great price and great product. Works well in our basement and garage with the multiple nozzle settings! Works as designed and has kept out bugs during the summer days when they are all over the place. The 1.33 gallons goes a long way too.

December 9, 2020
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Provides a barrier

Would Recommend

I like this product because in has a residual effect. I protects for several months depending on wether it is inside or out. It keeps my garage bug free. It also lasts a long time around doors and windows. It also keeps my window wells bug free.

September 8, 2017
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Zero effect

Would Not Recommend

Tried this for three days and only killed two roaches. I drowned one and squashed another with the gallon jug. Besides slowing down the bugs because they were wet, the "poison" showed no effect. We had used up a gallon of Spectracide and thought to switch brands so the bugs couldn't become immune to the base poison but this was a failure. The spray wand was OK but what it sprayed was worthless. I returned the product and bought another gallon of Spectracide. After one spraying we now have ...

June 18, 2017
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Response from ScottsCustomerCare

TW, we are sorry to hear that you were disappointed with Ortho Home Defense Insect Killer. This product is only labeled for the control of those inse...

ScottsCustomerCareJune 19, 2017

scotts

Does NOT kill ants

Would Not Recommend

Works well on spiders, but will NOT prevent ants from entering. Two years in a row I've used this product, and I've noticed ants are not affected by it. Friends of mine have the same complaint.

June 5, 2017
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Response from ScottsCustomerCare

We are very sorry that you did not enjoy your experience with Ortho Home Defense Insect Killer for Indoor & Perimeter. Insects that are sprayed direc...

ScottsCustomerCareJune 7, 2017

scotts

I am dissapointed

Would Not Recommend

This does kill bugs but they come back and do not die unless I spray them again , neighbor had a pest control company over, so I decided to spray but they just keep coming and coming went through a entire bottle already 12 month protection feels like 12 hours would not buy again..

May 28, 2017
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Response from ScottsCustomerCare

B, we are sorry to hear that you are disappointed with Ortho Home Defense. We would love to offer you some suggestions when it comes to using the pro...

ScottsCustomerCareJune 2, 2017

scotts

Spray Outdoors Monthly = No More Bugs!

Would Recommend

After contemplating paying a professional $130/mo to help get rid of the ants and spiders that inevitably make it indoors, I decided to try this first. For $15 I decided I'd give it a shot and a year later couldn't be much happier! I generously spray the perimeter of my house every month, ground a foundation 6-12" up and out, along with corners where spiders typically create webs. Since I started using this product 10mo ago, I haven't seen any bugs inside. Don't skimp on the sprayer, the battery...

May 9, 2017
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Amazing product

Would Recommend

I myself have been using this product for several years. It's odorless , quick, and easy to apply. I only have to use it once a year and it truly lasts all year. There's really no need to hire a stranger to come in your home when you can easily do the job yourself.

April 28, 2017
Verified Purchaser
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Bug's Gone

Would Recommend

Used in past with success. Replacement and more affordable than bi-monthly spray company.

April 13, 2017
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Wand trouble

I've bought this product a few times over the last 3 years and all but one of them had a faulty wand. The product itself works great but the applicator is awful

April 3, 2017
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Response from ScottsCustomerCare

We are very sorry that you have had trouble with the wands on the Ortho Home Defense Insect Killer. We do have some trouble shooting ideas that may h...

ScottsCustomerCareMay 11, 2017

scotts

Bug killer.

Would Recommend

Love this product. I use it once a month. If I see bugs they are either dead or dieing.

March 18, 2017
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Works good

Would Recommend

Used around inside and outside of house. Works as advertised

March 14, 2017
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Great bug control

Would Recommend

I use this all around the house inside and out and rarely have any insects and the ones that I do find are "toes up". Highly recommend this odor free, stain free repellent.

February 14, 2017
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The Last Bug Spray you will ever need for crawlers

Would Recommend

I have been using this stuff for years and love it. I apply it inside about every 6mo. and out doors around the windows doors and eves about every 3mo. depending on heavy/frequent rains. This stuff kills all crawling bugs dead in their tracks. If something gets in, it wont make it far before it curls up and dies. keep your Home Bug free with this Home Defense!

February 7, 2017
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Works & is great value

Would Recommend

I use this inside twice a year in Florida & it is very effective.

December 14, 2016
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Great product

Would Recommend

I ve used this all around my house, around windows, around all doors and thresholds and garage for last few years. Works great keeping those bugs out of the house. Love the battery operated spray. No fuss, no mess.

November 29, 2016
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