18 December 2013

Ultrasonic Pest Control Equipment Can Benefit Many Consumers

By Jeannie Chapman


In today's modern society, pest-control businesses are booming. This is because virtually all property owners have experienced insect infestations at one time or another. Many companies provide devices to homeowners that are designed to eliminate such pests from the person's dwelling. The effectiveness of such products vary, depending on what type of method is being used. However, over the past few years, ultrasonic pest control devices have experienced a significant increase in popularity.

Numerous consumers have found the aforementioned devices advantageous when used regularly. However, other individuals believe that conventional methods work best. This is why it is important for all property owners to try different techniques and products for the purpose of determining which measures are most effective.

Learning more about products of this kind and how they function is beneficial. It is also wise to read about numerous insect control techniques online. This will help shoppers to choose the best method for their home.

The methodology used with ultrasonic technology centers on repelling pests by generating sound waves that insects and rodents find irritating. These sounds are above the human sensory range, and therefore do not bother the residents of the home. Many people find this highly advantageous.

Although the sounds from ultrasonic devices do not kill the aforementioned pests, they do ultimately result in their elimination. This is because when certain insects or rodents come within fifteen feet of the sound, they quickly do an about-face. This is due to the irritation they experience when the device is transmitting sound waves.

In certain cases, stubborn pests will attempt to find a place in the house where the effects of the device are somewhat blocked, such as behind furniture or appliances. However, eventually the sound waves will reach them and motivate them to leave the premises. Ultrasonic repellers should be placed along walls if the problem is mice or rats. This is because such animals have the tendency to run parallel walls of the home. The proper position for the device when used to repel various insects will depend on where the latter have a tendency to gather.

Ultrasonic sounds usually exceed twenty kilohertz on the radio frequency scale. It is an unfortunate fact, however, that certain breeds of dogs can also hear such sounds. For this reason, devices of this type should not be used if one has a pet dog. Fortunately, birds and cats do not hear sounds at this high of a frequency, meaning such devices can be used in dwellings where cats or birds reside.

Devices that emit highly potent frequencies that can result in organic damage to insects or rodents are available. However, such devices may also cause neurological disturbances in human beings. Even though this theory is not yet backed by scientific proof, homeowners are wise to avoid such devices just in case.

The aforementioned equipment can be placed in virtually any dwelling. Devices of this type can be acquired in conventional retail outlets or via the Internet. However, some consumers prefer professional installation when investing in such devices. This decision is primarily based on the homeowner's personal preferences, but those who are confused about how to properly install an ultrasonic pest control device should turn the task over to a professional.




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