Transonic PRO | Bird-X Sonic/Ultrasonic Indoor Pest Control (2024)

FAQs

Transonic PRO | Bird-X Sonic/Ultrasonic Indoor Pest Control? ›

From the very first day I installed the Bird-X Yard Gard, the swallows disappeared and have never come back. Even though I have seen them flying around, they no longer land anywhere near my garden. While some have complained that the Yard Gard did not work for them. In my case, it has worked extremely well!

From the very first day I installed the Bird-X Yard Gard, the swallows disappeared and have never come back. Even though I have seen them flying around, they no longer land anywhere near my garden. While some have complained that the Yard Gard did not work for them. In my case, it has worked extremely well!

In summary, ultrasonic pest repellers emit high-frequency sounds that manufacturers claim reduce household pest infestation, but laboratory tests have shown that the majority of such devices do not work as advertised, in violation of FTC guidelines.

Therefore, commercially available ultrasonic devices are not effective in keeping birds away. Some insects and rodents can be disturbed by ultrasonic transmitters, but birds are not sensitive to them. Only the use of signals that can be heard by humans can disturb them or drive them away.

Sonic and Ultrasonic Repellents

Cons: Limited effectiveness for all bird species, potential disturbance to humans or pets, may not provide long-term control.

On average, an ultrasonic pest repeller lasts from three to five years. You know that it's working if the LED light on the device is lit.

So, do ultrasonic rodent repellents really work? The short answer is no, ultrasonic rodent repellents don't work. Some homeowners have noted an immediate effect at first, but over time the rodent problem will continue to persist.

Chemical smells that keep mice away include ammonia, bleach, mothballs, and fabric dryer sheets.

co*ckroaches exposed to ultrasonic frequencies move around a bit more than usual, but they don't seem to be bothered by the sound. In addition, several British researchers have come to the conclusion that even though people can't hear the high-pitched sounds, they might cause unpleasant side effects in some folks.

While electric pest repellers do not affect Wi-Fi, they have been documented to interfere with telephone quality and reception of both landlines and cell phones.

Do ultrasonic pest repellers go through walls? ›

Ultrasonic devices cannot penetrate into or behind cupboards, drawers, wardrobes, furniture or walls where pests actually nest and breed. To effectively control insect and vermin activity by an ultrasonic device you would require one unit per room including one unit in the roof cavity to effectively control a home.

Ultrasonic devices are claimed to emit high-frequency sounds that are too high for humans to hear but are just the right frequency to drive pests, including mosquitoes, away. The trouble is, there's no proof that they work.

Bird Spikes are a simple but effective deterrent for birds. The blunt, harmless spikes thwart birds' efforts to land without harming them in any way. Spikes can be permanently or temporarily installed.

A dog's hearing is extremely sensitive. Unlike humans, they can hear noises at extremely high frequencies, such as the ultrasonic sounds produced by these rodent repellents. This means that they can hear the sounds, but they won't be harmed by them.

Aluminum Foil

Birds don't like the feel of the foil under their beaks and will stay away. You can also hang strips of aluminum foil (or shiny party streamers) from the trees or other high points around your home and garden. The sun reflects off the shiny surface and bothers their eyes, deterring them from coming near.

Exclusion Devices. Sometimes the best deterrent is an exclusion device, especially in a nesting environment. Products such as netting, vent guards, and vinyl strip doors block birds' ability to access a given space.

Strategically placing a well-crafted decoy owl in a problematic area can show immediate results. While seeing a fake owl will cause birds to avoid landing in the area, it doesn't keep them away for long.

These sounds are supposed to be alarming to mice and discourage them from settling or feeding in affected areas. However, the sound emitted by these repellents cannot pass through walls, and furniture may limit their range. Data on these tools show little to no effectiveness.

One of the best sounds to get birds to scatter (and perhaps not to return) are synthetic sounds such as high-frequency, ultrasonic sounds. If you add in a frightening visual object such as an owl statue or scarecrow with shimmering tassels, the strategy becomes all that much more effective.