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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
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 4.3 out of 5
317 Reviews


86% Recommend this product

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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

Pest Control

Would Recommend

By using this product we don't have a issue with pests in or outside the house.

August 6, 2015
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Would Not Recommend

Effective product, unfortunately the battery powered sprayer does not work properly. This is the second bottle purchased this year...both had the same issue. The automatic spray nozzle does not allow the product to flow consistently. I would recommend the product with a manuel pump.

July 29, 2015
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We're saddened to hear that the battery-powered wand sprayer did not function as it should have. Sometimes product crystallizes in the sprayer and cl...

ScottsCustomerCareAugust 7, 2015

scotts

Doesn't appear to kill bugs

Would Not Recommend

I've used this product for several years. The most recent product doesn't seem to be as effective in killing bugs even when sprayed directly on them.

July 25, 2015
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We're saddened to hear that the product did not control the insects as expected. We want you to be confident in our products, and for that reason we ...

ScottsCustomerCareAugust 7, 2015

scotts

big improvement

Would Recommend

big improvement over the old hand pump type. they didn't work at all. Home this one keep working.

July 23, 2015
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Works great!

Would Recommend

Kills spiders found a black widow belly the next morning after spraying it at night. Good for ants too.

July 23, 2015
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Don't waste your money

Would Not Recommend

Don't waste your money on this. I bought it because there was a promotion to get a free refill with purchase. But that was a big mistake. I have sprayed this stuff directly on earwigs, rolly pollies, beatles, and spiders and they just keep crawling. The only thing that it seemed to kill on contact if I sprayed enough of it was the little black ants. But if you spray enough on anything on the little ants it gonna drown them out. It also does not do what is says it will do which create a defensi...

July 20, 2015
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We're sorry to hear that the product did not control the insects as expected. We want you to be confident in our products, which is why we offer a pr...

ScottsCustomerCareAugust 6, 2015

scotts

Should fix a and problem

Would Recommend

A friend of mine recomended this for the problem I am having with ants getting into my house. So far they stopped coming in!

July 18, 2015
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Buy 1 get 1 free was a great deal

Would Recommend

I've used this product in my garage in the past and it got rid of all the daddy long legs and they have not come back... that was like 5-6 months ago..... its a great product - GO BUY IT NOW !!!!

July 14, 2015
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Home Defense Max

Would Recommend

I have used this product for years and always found it to work great. First time to buy with wand,it works very good and easy to deal with

July 12, 2015
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Easy to use

Would Recommend

Always knew that Home Defense was the most effective insect spray, but the Max wand enables me to spray my whole foundation in record time without hurting my hand, Love it!

July 10, 2015
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Ortho Home Defense Max Insect Killer

Would Recommend

I've been using this product for a couple of years now and it gets the job done without leaving stains or odors. And it is reasonably priced. I like the battery powered sprayer also.

July 1, 2015
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Have used for years

Would Recommend

Works great! Really like the new battery operated pump model. A little heavy but ok. Spray completly around outside of house. Then spray inside around pipes and anywhere you see bugs. Then wait for them to die off.

June 29, 2015
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It worked.

Would Recommend

Ants were finding their way into my bedroom and crawling on the walls. I couldn't find the exact spot where they were getting inside. After trying a couple of home remedies that didn't work, I caved and bought Ortho Home Defense Max Wand and sprayed the cement foundation where it meets the brick. The max wand worked very well. Within a couple of days, no more ants. My only hesitation is is that I would rather not use pesticides. It didn't take very much product to spay the entire foundation, so ...

June 22, 2015
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