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OFF! Backyard Pretreat Outdoor Mosquito Repellent Bug Spray - 32oz
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Highlights
- Prevention is the best protection: OFF!® Backyard Bug Control provides effective mosquito protection and insect control along your backyard perimeter; perfect for pre-backyard, pre-hosting and pre-relaxing, Insect repellent and mosquito repellent provides spot or perimeter treatment that covers an area of up to 16 000 sq. ft, Use this bug spray for mosquito control pre-season or any time; it continuously kills insects on outdoor surfaces, providing up to 8 weeks* of protection, OFF! Backyard Bug control is a pre-treatment that kills mosquitoes and over 110 species of insects**, Specialized hose with two settings; straight stream for taller trees and “fan” pattern for low-lying plants and gardens, See below for full ingredients list and directions
Description
Help keep mosquitoes out of your summer sanctuary. Be proactive and pre-season ready, so flying pests and other insects are repelled well before your outdoor fun time begins. OFF!® Backyard Bug Control Pretreat gives your yard a perimeter of effective mosquito protection, covering an area of up to 16,000 sq. ft. This mosquito spray for yard continuously kills insects, providing up to 8 weeks* of protection. Featuring a convenient hose connection, this pretreat contains a specialized formula that kills over 110 species of insects** before they infest your plants, trees or garden.
The hose end has two setting options to give you the coverage you need: a straight “stream” for taller trees and a ”fan” pattern for low-lying plants and gardens. Use it pre-season as an outdoor mosquito repellent for spot or perimeter treatment: it’s perfect for pre-backyard, pre-hosting and pre-relaxing.
Keep out of reach of children and pets. See the label for other precautions and usage directions.
Prevention is the best protection, so also try our OFF!® Mosquito Repellent Lamp, our OFF!® Outdoor Insect Fogger and our OFF! ® Triple Wick Citronella Candle Bucket as well.
*when used as directed **see label for details
The hose end has two setting options to give you the coverage you need: a straight “stream” for taller trees and a ”fan” pattern for low-lying plants and gardens. Use it pre-season as an outdoor mosquito repellent for spot or perimeter treatment: it’s perfect for pre-backyard, pre-hosting and pre-relaxing.
Keep out of reach of children and pets. See the label for other precautions and usage directions.
Prevention is the best protection, so also try our OFF!® Mosquito Repellent Lamp, our OFF!® Outdoor Insect Fogger and our OFF! ® Triple Wick Citronella Candle Bucket as well.
*when used as directed **see label for details
Dimensions (Overall): 10.2 Inches (H) x 5 Inches (W) x 2.94 Inches (D)
Weight: 2.72 Pounds
Product Warning: Keep out of reach of animals, wash hands with soap and water after handling, keep out of reach of children, keep out of eyes
Capacity (Volume): 32.0 fl oz (US)
Indoor/Outdoor: Outdoor
Treats and/or Prevents Against: Cockroaches, Ants, Deer Ticks, Fleas, Spiders, Mosquitoes
Duration: 2 Months
Formulation: Kills Pests
Product Form: Liquid
Active Ingredient(s): Lambda-Cyhalothrin .5%
Package Quantity: 1
Application Type: Hose Spray (Concentrate)
Net weight: 32 fl oz (US)
Maximum Coverage Area: 16000 Square Feet
TCIN: 14230325
UPC: 046500718489
Item Number (DPCI): 084-18-0177
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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Active ingredients
lambda-cyhalothrin' '0.5%
Other information
©2023 S.C. Johnson & Son, Inc., Manufactured under license of Bonide Products, Inc., EPA Reg. No. 4822-599, EPA Est. No. 51435-WI-4Inactive ingredients
other ingredients 99.5%, total 100.0%' '
Shipping details
Estimated ship dimensions: 2.69 inches length x 4.88 inches width x 10.13 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 2.38 pounds
Return details
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Q: Is it safe for pets?
submitted by lphillips - 7 years ago
A: Thanks for asking. Once the product has dried, it's ok for pets to return to the area. – Elizabeth, SC Johnson Consumer Care
submitted byOFF!_Product Expert - 6 years agoBrand expertA: How long needs to be dried. ???
submitted byAnca - 1 year ago
Q: If I purchase it on sale today, can I use it preseason next summer? What is the typical expiration date on this product?
submitted by Mommyof3 - 3 months ago
A: Thanks for checking! Yes, you can still use this with confidence at that time as long as the container is stored in a manner consistent with the label, and out of extreme heat or cold. Have a great day! – Brooklyn, SC Johnson Consumer Care
submitted byOFF!_Product Expert - 2 months agoBrand expert
Q: Is it's safe on garden plants, vegatables, herbs & flowers?
submitted by jane - 3 months ago
A: Thanks for reaching out! OFF!® Backyard Bug Control can be used on many outdoor surfaces, but when it comes to vegetables, ornamental trees, shrubs, and flowers, it’s important to check which ones are great for use. We’d love to learn more about what you’re treating so we can guide you properly. Just give us a call at 1-800-558-5252 (weekdays, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. CT). Looking forward to hearing from you! – Megan, SC Johnson Consumer Care
submitted byOFF!_Product Expert - 3 months agoBrand expert
Q: Does this product repel fleas and ticks?
submitted by Jess - 4 months ago
A: Thanks for asking, Jess! OFF!® Backyard Bug Control works well to kill and repel fleas and deer ticks. Hope this helps! – Megan, SC Johnson Consumer Care
submitted byOFF!_Product Expert - 4 months agoBrand expert
Q: Would i be able to use this product on my grass?
submitted by Junior - 5 months ago
A: Hey there! We do not recommend using OFF!® Backyard Bug Control as an entire lawn pre-treatment. This product is designed to be used as a perimeter pre-treatment around structures. If you have any more questions, please give our experts a call at 1-800-558-5252 (weekdays between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT). We'd love to help you worry less about bug bites! – Mindi, SC Johnson Consumer Care
submitted byOFF!_Product Expert - 4 months agoBrand expert
Q: Does this product help with ant piles forming
submitted by Jeni - 5 months ago
A: Great question! OFF!® Backyard Bug Control kills and repels over 100 insects, including ants! For further questions, feel free to contact us at 1-800-558-5252 (Monday–Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. CT). Hope this helps! – Megan, SC Johnson Consumer Care
submitted byOFF!_Product Expert - 5 months agoBrand expert
Q: Can you use this spray without a hose?
submitted by Heyhey - 5 months ago
A: Great question! OFF!® Backyard Bug Control needs to be used with a hose to work effectively—it won’t function without one. If you have any other questions, feel free to give us a call at 1-800-558-5252 (Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. CT). Hope this helps! – Megan, SC Johnson Consumer Care
submitted byOFF!_Product Expert - 5 months agoBrand expert
Q: Is it safe for dogs?
submitted by Anca - 1 year ago
A: Thanks for checking. We recommend keeping pets out of the treated area until it has dried. Take care! – Brooklyn, SC Johnson Consumer Care
submitted byOFF!_Product Expert - 1 year agoBrand expert
Q: Is the product safe for kids once dried
submitted by Kisha - 1 year ago
A: Thanks for checking with us, Kisha! After treatment with OFF!® Backyard Bug Control, we recommend that you do not allow children into the treated area until it has been allowed to dry for at least 24 hours. We're available weekdays between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. at 1-800-558-5252 if you have any other questions. Just give us a call; we're always happy to help! – Mindi, SC Johnson Consumer Care
submitted byOFF!_Product Expert - 1 year agoBrand expert
Q: Hi - would like to buy this product. Does this product repel crickets? And, cicadas?
submitted by Artichoke - 1 year ago
A: OFF!® Backyard Bug Control kills and repels 110+ insects, and one of them is crickets! However, this is not recommended for use against cicadas. Because this product is regulated by the EPA, we can only recommend it be used to treat those bugs specifically listed on the product’s packaging. If you have future questions, you can always reach us on weekdays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT at 1-800-558-5252. Don't hesitate to give us a ring! – Mindi, SC Johnson Consumer Care
submitted byOFF!_Product Expert - 1 year agoBrand expert
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The product has mixed reviews regarding its effectiveness and build quality. While some guests find it highly effective in controlling mosquitoes and other pests, others report significant issues with the sprayer mechanism, leading to leaks and poor performance. The product's efficacy varies, with some guests experiencing long-lasting results and others seeing minimal impact.
Summary created by AI from text of reviews reflecting recent feedback provided across different star ratings (includes incentivized reviews)
4.4 out of 5 stars with 406 reviews
quality: 2.6 out of 5
value: 2.8 out of 5
50% would recommend
6 recommendations
5 out of 5 stars
29 September, 2025
originally posted on influenster.com
Effective
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] It works immediately for us. Quickly contronlling mosquitoes and other bugs on my backyard. It's quite easy to use, smells decent. Highly recommend for summer nights.
5 out of 5 stars
12 September, 2025
originally posted on influenster.com
Great bug spray!
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Off backyard pretreat outdoor mosquito repellent bug spray worked great this year! There was tons of mosquito and bugs and this spray got rid of them all!
3 out of 5 stars
6 September, 2025
originally posted on influenster.com
Decent
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] It's a great product if you need to spray down a large area. The bottle is easy enough to use but it can leak which is annoying. Would personally rather use a regular spray bottle
5 out of 5 stars
20 August, 2025
originally posted on influenster.com
Keeps the Backyard Mosquito-Free!
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] OFF! Backyard Pretreat is a game-changer for summer evenings outside. It’s easy to spray around the yard and really cuts down on mosquitoes so we can enjoy sitting outside without constantly swatting. The scent isn’t overpowering, and the coverage lasts for hours. A must-have for backyard barbecues and family time outdoors!
5 out of 5 stars
19 August, 2025
originally posted on influenster.com
Works well
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Loved this product. It helped a lot with bugs in my backyard this summer. It has a smell but it didn’t bother us, and overall was super effective and I’m happy with it.
5 out of 5 stars
15 August, 2025
originally posted on influenster.com
Works well
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Our Frontyard and backyard is packed with plants, so we get all kinds of little bugs — ants, mosquitoes, flies, you name it. This Backyard Pretreat Spray definitely helps cut down the number of pests buzzing around. I noticed fewer bites and way less flying around after spraying. It’s not magic, but it makes hanging out in the garden a lot more comfortable!
5 out of 5 stars
11 August, 2025
originally posted on influenster.com
Great product
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] It works well for quickly controlling mosquitoes and any bug on my backyard. The OFF scent is much more than another product and it lasts up to 8 weeks.
3 out of 5 stars
11 August, 2025
originally posted on influenster.com
Works on mosquitoes but toxic to Bees as well.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The product was easy enough to use and hooks up easily to a hose for use, but I dislike how harmful it can be to Bees and other wildlife. I want to get rid of mosquitoes but not at the cost of the bee population, and avoiding blooms while spraying can be difficult.
5 out of 5 stars
11 August, 2025
originally posted on influenster.com
Easy and effective
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I got some Off Backyard pretreat outdoor mosquito repellent bug spray for my back yard because it seemed we had a lot of baby mosquitoes this year which made it unpleasant for the kids to play outside. It worked safely and effectively to help minimize the mosquitoes. It was very easy to use with simply attaching it to the hose. I sprayed the yard, the buses, the patio and nearby trees with one bottle. I will be adding this to our yard treatment monthly to help maintain the problem we have with mosquitoes.
5 out of 5 stars
10 August, 2025
originally posted on influenster.com
Seems to work well
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I waited quite a while to post this review because for some reason it’s been a light mosquito year in Minnesota. I was waiting to spray until the need increased but that never seemed to happen. I eventually sprayed mid-July and found it easy to use. We live in a new development but back up to some mature trees and woods. The bottle covered our perimeter fine and I didn’t notice any issues with killing grasses or surrounding plants. The bugs have been staying away but in this situation I wish I had a better baseline to compare it to.
5 out of 5 stars
9 August, 2025
originally posted on influenster.com
Say no to mosquitoes!!
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The Off backyard pre-treat outdoor mosquito repellent spray worked very well. I do find that the product works. The spray bottle is very easy to use. There is less mosquitoes in my backyard. Thank you for such a great product. I would definitely recommend this product.
4 out of 5 stars
7 August, 2025
originally posted on influenster.com
Effective
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] We sprayed this all over our back patio and it’s been great. Kept the mosquitos at bay. It’s given me peace of mind when the kiddos are playing outside
5 out of 5 stars
6 August, 2025
originally posted on influenster.com
You have to spray a lot to start seeing results
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I used this mosquito repellent spray in my backyard before a barbecue and it worked great. Within minutes, the mosquitoes were gone and the protection lasted all evening. It’s easy to use, smells decent, and definitely made our outdoor time more enjoyable. Highly recommend for summer nights
5 out of 5 stars
4 August, 2025
originally posted on influenster.com
Perfect for those summer nights!
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] OFF! Backyard Bug Control is super easy to use and works great—mosquitoes were gone fast! Coverage is solid, and it really lasts. Perfect for summer evenings outside.
5 out of 5 stars
1 August, 2025
originally posted on influenster.com
Quality bug spray
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Nice product and works quite well !! I have a buggy backyard so was really excited and found it to be a great value for the cost - would buy again to help with the bugs in yard
5 out of 5 stars
25 July, 2025
originally posted on influenster.com
Mosquito repellent
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Mosquito repellent, works very well. The bottle is very sturdy and does not smell awful. Have used this multiple times since receiving one. Definitely worth a try.
5 out of 5 stars
17 July, 2025
originally posted on influenster.com
A Game-Changer for Outdoor Fun!
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] As someone who loves spending time outdoors, especially during the warmer months, I’ve always been on the lookout for a good bug repellent that actually works. I finally came across Off! Backyard Bug Control, and I have to say, it’s been a game-changer! First of all, it is ease of use. The spray is super easy to apply. I love that it comes with a hose-end attachment, making it quick to cover my entire backyard. No need for a complicated setup or constant reapplication like other products I’ve tried. I just hook it up to the hose, spray, and I’m done. It’s honestly the easiest way to get rid of bugs in my yard. I’ve noticed a huge reduction in mosquitoes, flies, and other pests since using this product. It works almost immediately, and the protection lasts for several weeks, even after rain! It really helps me enjoy my backyard without constantly swatting at bugs or retreating inside. My kids and pets are also able to play freely without worrying about bites. I was a bit nervous about the scent since some bug sprays can be overpowering, but this one isn’t bad at all. It has a mild, fresh scent that fades quickly and doesn’t linger too long. It's not obnoxious or chemically. Price is affordable as well. For 1 spray and it’s last up to 8 weeks. It’s worth for a whole summer outdoor activities with your family. If you're someone who loves being outside but hates dealing with bugs, I highly recommend Off! Backyard Bug Control. It’s effective, easy to use, and really makes outdoor activities a lot more enjoyable. Whether it’s for a BBQ, family gathering, or just a relaxing evening on the patio, this product ensures that pests won’t ruin the fun.
4 out of 5 stars
16 July, 2025
originally posted on influenster.com
Definitely worth it
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Backyard Pretreat works fast and lasts for weeks, making it a great pick for keeping mosquitoes away. Easy to use and lightly scented, it’s ideal for outdoor spaces— however I wish it was bigger for bigger yards.
5 out of 5 stars
15 July, 2025
originally posted on influenster.com
10/10
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This was so easy to use. My husband attached it to the hose nozzle and let it work its magic! It really works! We have enjoyed more time in our backyard because we don’t have to worry about those pesky mosquitos! Highly recommended! Redeeming the gift card was very simple through the Target app.
1 out of 5 stars
14 July, 2025
originally posted on influenster.com
Didnt spray
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] It’s difficult to assess the effectiveness of this product, because the product wouldn’t come out when sprayed despite following directions! Perhaps we got a defective container, but I am not likely to buy this in the future.