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1 gal. Bug Stop Home Barrier Ready-To-Use Spray

$6.97
  • Kills ants, roaches, spiders, fleas, and other listed insects
  • For indoor or outdoor use, kills on contact
  • Up to 12 months of control
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Product Details

About This Product

Spectracide Bug Stop Home Barrier kills on contact to provide indoor plus outdoor insect control. This non-staining, no-odor spray gives up to 12 months of control for cockroaches on non-porous surfaces, and also kills ants, spiders, fleas, ticks, crickets, earwigs, silverfish, stink bugs and other listed insects. The water-based, clear formula leaves no odor or oily residue. Use it indoors or as an outdoor foundation treatment. Spray inside the home in cracks and crevices, along baseboards, under sinks, behind stoves and refrigerators, and anywhere insects may hide. Use outside on outer surfaces of screens, door and window frames, porches, patios, buildings or wherever insects may enter.

Highlights

  • HOME BARRIER: Indoor plus outdoor insect control.
  • KILLS ON CONTACT: Up to 12 months of control for cockroaches on non-porous surfaces - also kills ants, roaches, spiders, fleas, ticks and other listed insects.
  • NON-STAINING: Water-based, clear formula leaves no odor or oily residue.
  • READY TO USE: No mixing required.
  • MONEY-BACK GUARANTEE: Guaranteed results or your money back - see product label for details.
  • This product is applicable for the following pest types: Ants, Beetles, Boxelder Bugs, Brown Dog Ticks, Crickets, Earwigs, Firebrats, Fleas, Flies, Millipedes, Palmetto Bugs, Pill Bugs, Rice Weevils, Roaches, Silverfish, Spiders, Stink Bugs, Stinkbugs, Waterbugs
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Product Information

Internet # 203842344

Model # HG-96098-1

Store SKU # 587894

Store SO SKU #1000585317

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Specifications

Product Width (in.): 7.45 in

Dimensions

Product Width (in.)

7.45 in

Details

Concentrated or Ready to Use

Ready to use

Garden Pest Location

Not for Garden Use

Indoor/Outdoor

Indoor, Outdoor

Location

Interior Home, Lawn, Perimeter

Organic

Non-Organic

Pack Size

1

Pest Common Name

Ant, Beetle, Earwig, Flea, Fly, Rat, Roach, Spider, Tick

Product Weight (oz.)

128 oz

Returnable

90-Day

Safe For

Not Safe for Kids and Pets

Safe for Edibles

No

Spray Application Type

Trigger Sprayer

Questions & Answers

Can this be used on outdoor anthills on pavers
ByOct 15, 2026
1 Answer | 
Answer This Question

Hello. Thanks for your interest in our product. Yes, our Spectracide Bug Stop Home Barrier Ready-to-Spray can be used on outdoor anthills/mound but is not formulated to be used on pavers. If you have any further questions or concerns, please contact us at 1-800-332-5553 or email youropinioncounts@spectrumbrands.com and reference case# 02186378.

By|Oct 19, 2026


    Spraying the product indoors do I have to spend the night away ?
    ByOct 6, 2026
    1 Answer | 
    Answer This Question

    Hello. Thanks for your interest in our product. People and pets should not be allowed in treated areas until spray has dried. Drying times vary and are based on how much product is applied, the temperature, and the humidity in your area. Once product is fully dried, it's safe to enter treated area. If you have any further questions or concerns, please contact us at 1-800-332-5553 or email youropinioncounts@spectrumbrands.com and reference case# 02180807.

    By|Oct 12, 2026


      Do this work great in house or apartment and do it really fast working
      BySep 11, 2026
      1 Answer | 
      Answer This Question

      Hello. Thanks for your interest in our product. Yes, our Spectracide Bug Stop Home Barrier is safe to use indoors. Once the insect comes in contact with this product it can take 24-96 hours to see a reduction in activity. If you have any further questions or concerns, please contact us at 1-800-332-5553 or email youropinioncounts@spectrumbrands.com and reference case# 02102897.

      By|Sep 15, 2026


        Since the product states "for cockroaches on non-porous surfaces", will it work when sprayed on outside dirt and grass?
        BySep 8, 2026
        1 Answer | 
        Answer This Question

        Hello. Our Spectracide Bug Stop Home Barrier will not work if sprayed on outside dirt and grass, for the soil will absorb the product making it less effective. The product should strictly be used on non-porous surfaces. If you have any further questions or concerns, please contact us at 1-800-332-5553 or email youropinioncounts@spectrumbrands.com and reference case# 02097914.

        By|Sep 9, 2026


          Will it kill moths
          BySep 8, 2026
          1 Answer | 
          Answer This Question

          Hello. Sorry, our Spectracide Bug Stop Home Barrier is not formulated to eliminate moths. If you have any further questions or concerns, please contact us at 1-800-332-5553 or email youropinioncounts@spectrumbrands.com and reference case# 02097753.

          By|Sep 9, 2026


            safe for dogs
            BySep 7, 2026
            1 Answer | 
            Answer This Question

            Hello. Humans and pets should stay out of the treated area until the product is fully dried. Drying times vary and are based on how much product is applied, the temperature, and the humidity in your area. If you have any further questions or concerns, please contact us at 1-800-332-5553 or email youropinioncounts@spectrumbrands.com and reference case# 02097826.

            By|Sep 9, 2026


              Does this work on love bugs
              BySep 7, 2026
              1 Answer | 
              Answer This Question

              Hello. Sorry, but our Spectracide Bug Stop Home Barrier is not formulated to eliminate Love Bugs. If you have any further questions or concerns, please contact us at 1-800-332-5553 or email youropinioncounts@spectrumbrands.com and reference case# 02097901.

              By|Sep 9, 2026


                Does it kill flea eggs and larva
                BySep 4, 2026
                1 Answer | 
                Answer This Question

                Hello. While our Spectracide Bug Stop Home Barrier is formulated to eliminate fleas, it will not kill the eggs and larva. A better product would be the Hot Shot Bed Bug & Flea Fogger. If you have any further questions or concerns, please contact us at 1-800-332-5553 or email youropinioncounts@spectrumbrands.com and reference case# 02097846.

                By|Oct 6, 2026

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                  Customer Reviews

                  4.2 out of 5

                  • 4.2 out of 7,141 reviews
                  • 73% recommend this product
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                  The product is cheap and affordable but works on certain bugs not the main ones listed on the product. It’s not as effective as the claim. However, I like the spray handle.
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                  Response from SpectracideExpertOct 16, 2026
                  Thank you for contacting Spectrum Brands Home & Garden Division. We are sorry to hear of your experience with our product and apologize for any trouble it may have caused. Your feedback has been shared with our team for review. If you have any further questions or concerns, please contact us at 1-800-332-5553 or email youropinioncounts@spectrumbrands.com and reference case# 02186530.
                  1 found this review helpful
                  I was having a huge spider & web problem around the soffits and fascia areas of my home. I went out of town or a weekend and they were everywhere. I put the spectracide in a pump sprayer and sprayed the perimeter of my home to kill the spiders, then followed by removing the webs. I went back out of town the next day and noticed no spiders had rebuilt in those areas in 5 days. It was very effective. My only mistake was not wearing a mask.
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                  It doesn’t work and the smell makes me sick and I want to throw up. I keep coughing
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                  Response from KristoffSep 17, 2026
                  Thank you for contacting Spectrum Brands Home & Garden Division. I am sorry to hear of your experience with our product and apologize for any trouble it may have caused. Your incident has been shared with our team for review. Spectrum Brands takes instances of exposure to our products very seriously. I encourage you to contact our 24-hour Health Center free of charge at 1-800-633-2873 for medical advice and treatment recommendations. For a full refund, please email or mail us your proof of purchase showing the product was purchased within the last 90 days and reference case# 02106296. If you have additional questions or concerns, please contact us at 1-800-332-5553 or email youropinioncounts@spectrumbrands.com and reference case# 02106296.
                    Won't buy again
                    Does not create a barrier, will daily see new bugs, It does kill on contact but daily spray must be done. I had 1/4 of a bottle left and I found bugs living in it!
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                    Response from SpectracideExpertAug 18, 2026
                    Thank you for contacting Spectrum Brands Home & Garden Division, in regards to your experience using our Bug Stop Home Barrier. Our product claim of "Kills on Contact" is in reference to the speed with which the product may kill the insect(s). Once an insect comes in contact with the residual of the product regardless if the spray is in the wet or dry state; the insect will die within 96 hours. Spectrum Brands strives to manufacture quality product for our consumers. If you have any further questions or concerns, please contact us at 1-800-332-5553 or email youropinioncounts@spectrumbrands.com and reference case# 02081009.
                      2 found this review helpful
                      Past and Persent
                      I bought it last week. I tested spraying it at outdoor early nights without sunny. In the morning I caught the insects. It is not same before.
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                      Response from SpectracideExpertAug 14, 2026
                      Thank you for contacting Spectrum Brands Home & Garden Division. We are sorry to hear of your experience with our product and apologize for any trouble it may have caused. Your feedback has been shared with our team for review. If you have any further questions or concerns, please contact us at 1-800-332-5553 or email youropinioncounts@spectrumbrands.com and reference case# 02020987.
                        2 found this review helpful
                        Arachnophobia Became Real
                        “Kills on contact.” Lies! Kills by drowning. I bought this product to kill several different species of spiders that have taken up residence under the patio of a house I just moved into. As I sprayed the spiders, the Daddy Longlegs treated it like a shower. The larger scarier spiders that remind me of everything scary about the movie Arachnophobia started spinning web, I felt attacked. I literally had to drown them with the Spectracide Bug Stop! In all honesty, Hot Shot Ant, Roach, and Spider Killer did a significantly better job at killing these spiders on contact. I don’t know how well the Spectracide Bug Stop will do at creating a barrier, but I have little doubt in its ability if it can’t kill on contact! I bought this specific brand because of the Accushot spray. It was great for accuracy while keeping a small distance. It was not 100% reliable, but provided a better option than a spray can.
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                        Response from SpectracideExpertAug 7, 2026
                        Thank you for contacting Spectrum Brands Home & Garden Division, in regards to your experience using our Bug Stop Home Barrier with Accushot Sprayer Insect Killer. Our product claim of ""Kills on Contact"" is in reference to the speed with which the product may kill the insect(s). Once an insect comes in contact with the residual of the product regardless if the spray is in the wet or dry state; the insect will die within 96 hours.
                        Spectrum Brands strives to manufacture quality product for our consumers.

                        If you have any further questions or concerns, please contact us at 1-800-332-5553 or email youropinioncounts@spectrumbrands.com and reference case# 02015681.
                          Dead Bugs
                          I have 3250 square feet home and use Ortho for outdoor pet control didn’t work for everytime spread the ants or spider just walk away, but every time use this product Spectracide bug stop ants. Spider or bugs it will kill DONE DEAL. Told my wife going buy 2 gallon more this afternoon
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                            Tons of mosquititos were waiting on the porch door wall to enter house. I sprayed Spectricide to the wall then next day floor was full of dead mosquitos. After a week it still kills masquitios whwnever they landed the sprayed area.
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                            JUNK-both the product and delivery systems..JUNK
                            How useless is this product? Just look at the pic included. Products -useless as any kind of "barrier" against anything for more than a day or two. Will kill on contact if you are looking to kill bugs 1 at a time. But as a "barrier" I am finding it completely useless. Spray mechanism on both the large 1 gallon as well as the 32 Oz bottles are of EXTREMELY POOR quality and only rarely work. and then only for a pull or two of the trigger. As a "Barrier"? Look at the pic near the trigger! I discovered that literally as I was writing my review. does THIS look like its acting as a "barrier" to you?????? JUNK. Complete GARBAGE
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                            Response from KristoffMay 28, 2026
                            Thank you for contacting Spectrum Brands Home & Garden Division. We are sorry to hear of your experience with our product and apologize for any trouble it may have caused. Your feedback has been shared with our team for review. If you have any further questions or concerns, please contact us at 1-800-332-5553 or email youropinioncounts@spectrumbrands.com and reference case# 2118552.
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                              Product Snapshot

                              Ideal for homeowners seeking indoor/outdoor pest control, ensuring long-lasting protection against common insects.
                              Ideal for customers who want a multi-insect killer, ensuring safety around people and pets.
                              Ideal for customers who want broad-spectrum outdoor pest control, ensuring a pest-free landscape.
                              Ideal for customers who want to kill roaches and ants, ensuring long-lasting protection.

                              Residual Protection

                              Up to 12 months for cockroaches
                              Long residual action, reapply after 3 months

                              Coverage Area

                              Up to 6, 400 sq ft of lawn