Although there are numerous kinds of pest control available nowadays many people look for a safe and humane way of deterring pests from their homes. One of these options is ultrasonic pest control devices but, just how effective are they at controlling pests?
How do they work? Ultrasonic pest control deterrents are small devices that are designed to simply plug into an electrical outlet. When switched on, they emit a very high-frequency sound that is unpleasant to small creatures forcing them to avoid areas where the devices are plugged in. The noise, however, does not affect larger animals or humans so they are safe to use if you have pets in the home.
Are they effective? Studies have been carried out to test the effectiveness of this type of pest control. Results have shown that they do not work on all pests, for example, they were ineffective against ants or spiders and cockroaches did not seem to be too phased by them either. There were also indications that some pests became used to the sound and were no longer deterred by it. Another thing to consider is that the high-frequency sound does not travel through objects so it will only cover a very small area in a room that has a lot of furniture.
Should we assume, then, that they are no good? Although studies didn’t produce positive results, many consumers claim they work well. If you feel you would like to try them out, research the different brands available and read customer reviews so that you choose the best kind. It’s also important to note that if the pest problem is a bad one, it is better to seek the advice of a professional pest control company about the best way to tackle the problem.
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