Uncover the truth about ultrasonic pest repellers. We delve into scientific studies and FTC warnings to see if these devices ...

The bottom line? They just don’t work.

Ultrasonic pest control devices have exploded in popularity over the last decade, becoming a common sight in homes, apartments, offices, and even garages. People love them because they promise to ...

There are a lot of options to rid your home of rodents and insects, but only the best ultrasonic pest repellers can do it humanely, and with little effort on your part. While any plug-in pest repeller ...

The Federal Trade Commission’s Division of Enforcement has sent warning letters to more than 60 manufacturers and retailers of ultrasonic pest-control devices, stating that efficacy claims about those ...

For many nocturnal moths, hearing sound waves is a matter of survival in the night sky. Their ability to detect ultrasonic calls emitted by bats determines whether they escape or become prey. This ...

Forbes Home’s pest control content is supported by our Forbes Home Advisory Board. Our pest control representatives have a vast and deep understanding of the field, with expertise in topics ranging ...

Unfortunately, pests are not a seasonal problem and they aren’t limited to ants and spiders. There are tons of little unwelcome creatures looking to find shelter inside your home, and it’s important ...

Researchers played simulated bat echolocation calls in the laboratory and found that egg-bearing A. nigrisigna stopped flying when exposed to high pulse repetition rates. This behavior could be ...