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DuoCide^®

Name: DuoCide®
Brand: The Andersons Home & Garden
SKU: DUOCIDE APTDGDU18A
Price: 51.88 USD
Availability: InStock

Insect Control

Covers up to: 9,000 sq. ft.

9,000 sq. ft.

20,000 sq. ft.

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Overview

Eliminates more than 50 common lawn pests including grubs, ticks, fire ants, mole crickets, fleas and more
DG granules disperse quickly and completely when watered, moving pesticides directly into the soil
Single application of DuoCide allows for "double kill", eliminating pests both above and below the lawn's surface
This unique formula contains both bifenthrin and carbaryl - two professional-grade insecticides
Not for sale in CA

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Professional Insect Control

Above and Below Surface Control

DuoCide combines two professional-grade insecticides in a unique multi-mode formula to eliminate pests both above and below the lawn's surface.

DG Technology

DuoCide is made with our patented Dispersing Granule (DG) Technology. When this product comes into contact with water, each granule breaks down into thousands of micro-particles, helping move the product down into the soil profile more efficiently.

Small Particle Size

DuoCide features an extremely small particle size. This means you get more complete and uniform coverage, which boosts the product’s effectiveness.

When to Apply DuoCide

DuoCide can be used on all turf types. The application timing and rates for DuoCide depends on the pest(s) being targeted.

Surface Pests

Surface pests are above the thatch layer. These types of pests include ants, spiders, ticks, billbugs chinch bugs and more. DuoCide should be applied when these pests or turf damage from them first appears.

Subsurface Pests

Subsurface pests are below the thatch layer in the soil. These types of pests include white grubs, mole crickets, june beetles, armyworms and more. DuoCide should be applied 10-14 days after egg-laying and/or when turf damage is first noticed.

Table showing DuoCide lawn pest control application rates for armyworms, billbugs, chinch bugs, grubs, and other pests with recommended pounds per acre and per 1,000 square feet.

Water In

DuoCide must be watered in immediately after application. Do not enter or allow others to enter the treated area (except those involved in the watering-in) until the watering-in is completed and the area has dried.

Pro Tips for Best Results

Check The Forecast

Avoid applying before heavy rainfall so particles don't get washed away.

Mow First

Clear any lawn debris and make it easier for particles to reach the soil.

Clean Up

Sweep or blow product off the driveways/sidewalks back into the lawn.

Water Deep

Your lawn will need at least 0.2 inches of water.

Spreader Settings

We recommend using a broadcast spreader. These spreader settings are a guide. Many variables such as walking speed, terrain, particle size, density, and spreader condition can affect these settings. Be sure to calibrate your spreader before every application.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Once product has been applied, watered-in, and the lawn has then completely dried, pets are safe to enter back out onto the lawn.

DuoCide is safe for landscaped areas as it will not harm shrubs or ornamentals.

DuoCide is not recommended to be applied on food-bearing plants.

Yes, DuoCide is safe to be applied during seeding projects. DuoCide will not hurt new grass seed or baby grass.

No. DuoCide is a treatment, not a preventative. DuoCide only treats the grubs/insects that are in the lawn at the time of application.

DuoCide should be applied when grubs are actively present in your lawn. Grub activity is commonly seen in April-May and Aug-Oct.

Reviews

Overall rating: 4.7381816 / 5 from 275 reviews.

AI Generated Review Summary

DuoCide effectively eliminates a variety of lawn pests, including grubs and ants, with a single application. Customers appreciate its ease of use and fast delivery. The product's dual-action formula ensures comprehensive pest control both above and below the lawn's surface.

Summary topics

Product Effectiveness (6%): It was reported by customers that Andersons products really work and are the best, and they highly recommend them.
Ease of Application (4%): It was highlighted by customers that the application of the product was easy and effective in eliminating army worms.
Lawn Pest Control (7%): It was noted by customers that using the lawn product Duocide effectively eliminated grub and ants.
Grub Control (8%): In general, customers have reported that the product effectively reduces grubs in their lawns and prevents armadillos from escaping.
Yard Pest Prevention (4%): It was reported by customers that using this product to treat their yard effectively helped prevent the infestation of beetles.

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Review highlights

"Great on line information and ordering, product worked great with great results The delivery was fast and on time," — Raul M.
"I thought the Duocide product was easy to apply and I'm happy with the results." — Gary B.
"Excellent products, fast delivery and good customer service!" — ZVEZDELIN T.

Reviews

Helped eliminate bugs in sod

"I had a pretty severe insect problem in my southern Bermuda lawn this summer, and Duocide was able to help get it under control pretty quickly. I had billbugs, I believe, and with one treatment I was able to eliminate any sign of them and help my lawn get back to repair itself."

— Rich (5/5)

I applied DuoCide to my

"I applied DuoCide to my bermuda grass in early august for army worms. I had to apply it early since we were going to be on vacation. NO ARMY WORMS this year!"

— David T. (5/5)

Unfortunately, wouldn't order it again

"Unfortunately, wouldn't order it again as it was too complicated with the yard I have, large, completely shaded with oak trees, and no sprinkler system. It's almost impossible to keep leaves out of the grass, a season worth of thatch, and the granules would break down and pool inside leaves and on top of thatch leaving residue. I have a dog and it's not worth the risk. With the multiple times I had to water, I'm not sure how effective this really was. It's not healthy for the grass to dethatch in fall so this may work better after a dethatch or scarify in the spring. I did notice certain areas responded well and killed some of the fire ants but mostly they just moved."

— Melanie K. (3/5)

Awesome as usual! I dont

"Awesome as usual! I dont buy anything anywhere else if i can help it"

— Josh O. (5/5)

Keeps my lawn happy and

"Keeps my lawn happy and healthy!"

— MARILYN S. (5/5)

DuoCide

"I’ve been using this and well satisfied."

— David (5/5)

Clumpy

"Usually my go too for highly effective overall lawn pest management, use it a couple times a year but unfortunately the last bag I have received seemed to have been a bad bag this go round. Product was extremely clumpy, stuck together and miscolored which made for a disappointing experience. I never encountered that before with all the many products I purchase."

— Mark (2/5)

I'm more than pleased with

"I'm more than pleased with all the Andersons products I use on my yard. You can't go wrong with any of them. I dominate the yards in my neighborhood."

— Butch E. (5/5)

DuoCide

"Received this today . Can’t wait to see the results . Andersons products are the best !"

— David (5/5)

Duocide

"Gonna take control of some pest. This product is the best . Love Andersons Products ."

— David (5/5)

Q&A

Will this hurt or kill earth worms 🪱 and the beneficial insects?: This product is not labeled to kill earthworms, but this product can have negative effects on earth worms. We do not recommend applying this product if you have insects you'd like to keep in the soil.
My package came from Amazon and the bags corner was not properly sealed, allowing some granules to be free in the box and get out of the sealed box. Will the faulty sealing compromise the efficacy of my product?: The product will not lose any effectiveness if exposed! If your bag arrives damaged, please reach out to info@andersonslawn.com so we can send a new bag.
Can it be applied when temp is 90 plus degrees: Apply Duocide to a dry lawn, and water in after application. You should not have a negative impact due to high temperatures.
How often should you apply Duocide?: Repeat Duocide treatments as needed up to 3 times per year, but no more than once every seven days.
When should I apply this product? Noting I had grubs last summer and applied Grub X by Scotts and also dug up 25% of my yard to get ride of the grubs. However I am still very concerned I didn't get them all. It is now April 11, 2025. Please advise best time to apply. Thank you, James Kipp West Caldwell, New Jersey: DuoCide should be applied when you have grubs active in your lawn to help treat them. In your area, it is most common to have grub activity in April-May and again in Aug-Oct. GrubOut Plus Lawn Food 17-0-3 can be applied Jun-Aug to help prevent grubs.