They just dont work.
We’d do just about anything to send these invaders packing.
In the parlance, that’s what’s known as throwing the baby out with the bathwater.
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Not surprisingly, homeowners are looking for easy solutions that don’t contain toxins or explosive content.
I tried an ultrasonic pest repeller to get rid ofunwanted guests, and here are the results.
Pest Control Methods
Blowing up your house, obviously, is not an option.
What else can you do?
you’re able to employ professional exterminators to periodically inspect andtreat the house.
These methods are proven to work.
Companies may claim their deviceschase away cockroaches, birds, bats, rodents, fleas, andeven spiders.
Stick a piece of cardboard between the repeller and the target and the target won’t notice a thing.
On the flip side, people and pets can.
First-Hand Experience
Full disclosureI once bought a pair of these things todrive squirrels outof my attic.
Either they detected the sound and didn’t care or they didn’t hear it at all.
I finally had to go retro and trap the varmints, which worked.
The devices with the most stars and ratings win.
Because we all know every single positive review on Amazon is legitimate (wink, wink).
In your dire need, you may look past the dubious claims.
Faithful readers, don’t be taken in like I was.
There are lots of effective ways toeliminate disgusting bugs.
Trim bushes, clean gutters, and leave a barrier that doesnt give them easy access.
Fix any issues around your home that cause standing water, and ensure crawl spaces and basements are dry.
Clean Up Clutter
Stacks of magazines, cardboard, and trash attract all sorts of pests.
Take trash and recycling out regularly and dont keep it piled near the house or in the garage.
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Federal Trade Commission.FDC Warns Manufacturers and Retailers of Ultrasonic Pest-control Devices.
