Electronic spider repellents don't keep spiders away.
Mail order companies, home shopping television channels, gardening magazines and websites often have advertisements for electronic devices that keep spiders away from a certain area. However, these devices usually prove to be ineffective. Does this Spark an idea?
Claims
Electronic repellents plug into electrical outlets or use batteries to operate. Manufacturers claim that they emit ultra-high frequency sound waves that humans can't hear but keep away various pests, such as spiders, fleas and cockroaches.
Efficacy
These devices take little time and effort to operate, but they don't effectively keep spiders away. According to University of Nebraska-Lincoln, researchers agree that ultrasonic devices don't repel pests from homes.
Prevention/Solution
Instead of using electronic repellents, keep spiders away by sealing cracks and crevices. Also place glueboards in corners where spiders often wander. Choose the cardboard type of trap rather than the tray type because they catch spiders more effectively and often are cheaper.
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