Invaders Must Die....! (Raid Ant and Cockroach Killer)

Member Name: sambam000

Product:	Raid Ant and Cockroach Killer
Date:	01/08/09 (171 review reads)
Rating:

Advantages: Quick & effective. Works on a huge range of creepy crawlies.

Disadvantages: The smell.

I must confess, I do turn into the stereotypical hysterical pathetic woman when it comes to anything creepy and crawly. So, it goes without saying that I need something on hand to annihilate any such critters quickly & effectively, and most importantly, at arms reach.

This is where Raid comes in. I live in a 3 storey house, & like to keep 2 or 3 cans dotted around so that I have easy access to one should the need arise.

I have tried several insect killers, but find this to be the most effective. There are 2 types of household Raid - one comes in a blue can, one comes in a red can. The red can is the stronger of the 2, and the one I now most frequently buy.

The product is touted as being 'Ant & Cockroach' killer, but works on any crawling/flying insect, including spiders, beetles, centipedes, fleas & earwigs. As well as killing insects quickly, the spray is deemed to be effective for weeks & for example can be used as a barrier against insects entering your home. I can testify that this product is certainly very effective, having just faced a tarantula (well, it could have been...!) which ran out of the bathroom. Said tarantula is now lying in a shrivelled heap awaiting removal by my husband when he arrives home from work...

The active ingredients are 0.2% pyrethrin & 0.2% permethrin. The product is not safe for use around aquatic organisms, so be sure to cover or remove any aquariums before use.

The product claims to have a 'pleasant country smell', but I would protest otherwise! As with any product of this nature I would advise opening a window for ventilation when using & be careful when using around babies & pets.

Summary: Recommended!