The Best Pesticide Dusters

A duster is an applicator for pesticide dust and is an important tool in your arsenal when combatting household pests. Dusters allow for more precise, controlled applications of pesticide dust than simply applying dust directly by hand. Pesticide dusts are a supplement to other treatments such as sprays or traps. They have a long residual effect and are ideal for treating places where liquid sprays would be inappropriate, such as light socket voids. 

Dusters are either pump-based, powered by a movement of the applicators hand, or electric. To use a duster simply fill the reservoir about two thirds full with dust and direct the delivery spout where you’d like to apply dust. If you are unable to find the information you need below, please contact us, we’re here to help.

Recommendation

At Solutions Pest & Lawn, our go-to duster is the JT Eaton Handheld Duster. It is pump-based and an easy-to-use duster that is sturdy enough for professional work but great for home use as well. We recommend using D-Fense Dust with this duster. It’s a great, broad-spectrum insecticide with a strong residual effect.

User Guide

Step 1: Fill the Duster

Remove the metal cap from the reservoir and begin filling the duster with your chosen insecticide dust. Do not fill the reservoir more than two thirds full. Any more than that will increase the risk of clogs and blockages.

Step 2: Dust

Direct the delivery spout where you intend to treat, such as inside cracks or crevices, under kitchen appliances, along baseboards at the edge of carpeting, or in wall voids. Squeeze the reservoir to apply. You’re looking to apply an extremely thin layer of dust. If you are able to see a visible residue of dust, you’ve applied a little too much. You should only see very small, residual clouds of dust form outside of trouble spots when applied correctly.

Step 3: Spot Clean

In case you have overapplied, wipe up excess product with a wet paper towel. Repeat steps as needed until dusting is complete. Dispose of paper towels in the trash. Do not wash insecticide dust remnants down any drain.

Inspection and Maintenance

Visual Inspection

Give your duster a visual inspection before use looking for signs of obvious damage or any moisture that may have found its way into the reservoir. Checking the duster before each use is adequate to ensure proper operation.

Storage

Store the unit in a cool, dry place when not in use. Insecticide dust may be stored in the unit for future use if too much was loaded. The JT Eaton Handheld Duster comes with a small rubber cap that covers the end of the delivery spout to prevent moisture from entering the reservoir or accidental leakage of dust during storage or transportation. If you wish to switch up the dust you are using, the unit must be rinsed out with water and left to dry completely before loading new dust.

Dealing With a Clog

In rare cases, the insecticide dust may clog the delivery spout. This is often due to moisture being allowed to enter the reservoir or due to clumps that form in the insecticidal dust.

The JT Eaton Handheld Duster comes with a ball bearing housed in the reservoir that will break up any clumps in the dust when the duster is shaken. This duster also has an attached tool to unclog the spout. A metal rod rests in a slot in the back of the unit. Pull this rod out and use it to push the clog through the delivery spout.

Parts

The JT Eaton Handheld Duster is simply designed. It has an internal spring system, a reservoir for dust, a 6.5 inch long delivery spout, and a plastic end cap.

Internal Spring System

The greatest feature of our recommended duster is its internal spring system. It allows the applicator to apply dust while holding the duster at any angle; right ways, sideways, even upside down. This increases the maneuverability and rate of application.

Reservoir

The reservoir is toward the back of the delivery spout. It holds insecticide dust until the applicator is ready to apply it.

Delivery Spout

A feature of the JT Eaton Handheld Duster is its long delivery spout (about 6.5 inches). This allows you to reach deep into cracks, crevices, or under large appliances, sending the dust where you want it and nowhere else.

Plastic End Cap

The plastic end cap covers the end of the delivery spout and can be removed if needed in case of a blockage. It not only prevents leakage while moving the duster, but also insulates the device's durable steel construction, allowing it to be used safely on electrical outlet voids for instance.

Key takeaways

• Pesticide Dusters are an excellent piece of pest control equipment because they allow better precision and more control of the application of pesticide dust for effective results.
• The biggest concern with dusters is keeping them clear of moisture. Our top recommendation for Pesticide Dusters is The JT Eaton Handheld Duster, which comes with a rubber cover for the delivery spout that greatly protects against moisture entering the unit.
• Pesticide Dusters are easy to use and can be applied in hard to reach areas where pests like to hide.