{"product_id":"bug-ball-biting-fly-and-insect-trap-starter-kit-pack-of-3-inflatable-pvc-balls-with-catch-em-coating","title":"Bug Ball Biting Fly and Insect Trap Starter Kit — Pack of 3 Inflatable PVC Balls with Catch EM coating","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBug Ball Starter Complete Kit is a three-pack of inflatable PVC ball traps that, when coated with the included Catch EM' sticky formula and hung outdoors, capture biting flies and other flying pests without pesticides or electricity.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for yards, patios, stables, orchards and other outdoor spaces, this Starter Complete Kit from Bug Ball combines weather-resistant inflatable traps, a rope hanging kit and an odorless brush-on sticky coating to reduce populations of black flies, greenhead flies, yellow flies and similar pests. The kit aims to be simple to set up, low-maintenance, and safe to use around people and pets compared with chemical sprays or powered devices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does the Bug Ball trap work and what’s included?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe trap uses a smooth, inflatable PVC sphere that attracts flying insects; once coated with the Catch EM' sticky formula the ball captures insects on contact. The kit bundles three traps, three rope hangers, and one brush-on bottle of sticky coating so you can get started right away.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThree heavy-duty, weather-resistant PVC Bug Balls (inflate before use)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThree rope kits with molded hanging loop for easy suspension\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOne bottle of Catch EM' brush-on sticky coating (odorless, non-electrical)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eInstructions: inflate, apply coating, hang 4–5 feet off the ground near sun\/adjacent shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow many traps do I need and where should they go?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCoverage depends on insect pressure, but generally two to three Bug Balls cover one acre effectively for biting flies. Place traps where insects travel between sunny and shady spots and near known activity centers like animal pens, pool areas, or vegetable gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRecommended spacing: 2–3 traps per acre for typical infestations\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBest placement: 4–5 feet high near sun and adjacent shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEffective locations: backyards, greenhouses, barns, orchards, stables\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEach ball includes a molded loop for hanging from trees, poles, or beams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the Catch EM' coating safe and how often should I reapply it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCatch EM' is an odorless, non-electrical sticky coating meant to immobilize insects on contact; it contains no pesticides and is framed for use around children and pets when applied as directed. For continued performance, reapply the coating every two to three weeks or sooner in heavy rain or high insect activity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOdorless, non-pesticide sticky formulation included in the kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eReapplication interval: every 2–3 weeks, or after heavy rain\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBrush-on application ensures even coverage over the ball’s surface\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFollow label directions for safe use around family and livestock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow durable is the Bug Ball and how easy is setup and maintenance?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConstructed from heavy-duty PVC, each Bug Ball is built to resist weather exposure but remains lightweight and portable for seasonal use. Setup is straightforward—inflate, brush on Catch EM', and hang—while ongoing care involves periodic re-coating and replacing balls if they develop punctures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMaterial: weather-resistant PVC for outdoor durability\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSetup: inflate with standard pump, apply coating, hang using included rope\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMaintenance: wipe, re-coat every 2–3 weeks, patch or replace if damaged\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePortable: easy to move and reposition as needed throughout the season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWho this is for: The Bug Ball Starter Complete Kit is intended for homeowners, gardeners, small-farm operators and anyone who needs a low-maintenance, non-chemical method to reduce biting flies and flying pests in outdoor spaces. It’s suitable for yards, poolsides, stables, orchards and similar settings where people, pets or livestock spend time and where pesticide-free control is preferred.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: How many Bug Balls do I need per acre?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Use 2–3 Bug Balls per acre for typical biting fly control; increase density in heavy-infested areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: How often should I reapply Catch EM' sticky coating?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Reapply every 2–3 weeks or after heavy rain to maintain trapping effectiveness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Bug Ball","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56834327347540,"sku":"B07SV594LB","price":94.24,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1063\/2652\/4244\/files\/bug-ball-front-packaging_737a9f14-da4a-403b-987c-66c5715b3148.jpg?v=1787048930","url":"https:\/\/gardenluxe.co.uk\/products\/bug-ball-biting-fly-and-insect-trap-starter-kit-pack-of-3-inflatable-pvc-balls-with-catch-em-coating","provider":"Gardenluxe Uk","version":"1.0","type":"link"}