Electronic Mice Prevention FAQ

There are two types of electronic mice prevention devices. The most commonly known is the ultrasonic repellers and the other is the actual electrocution box. Of the two the electrocution box is by far the best and most effective, but is more costly at the present time.

Q: How do ultrasonic repellers work?

A: They produce a sound that us unheard by humans and other animals but is very irritation to mice and rodents. This sound can also affect guinea pigs and hamsters so care in needed in their usage.

Q: Are ultrasonic devices effective?

A: There is still much debate on this. The US Federal Trade Commission has found most of these products to be hoaxes. However, the USFTC states they can irritate the rodents although they can develop immunity to the devices.

Q: How do the electrocution boxes work?

A: As the name implies they actually electrocute the rodent once inside the device.

Q: How does the ultrasonic devices differ from the electrocution ones?

A: Ultrasonic will eliminate the pests with sound and electrocution actually kills with electricity within the device.

Q: Which of the two are the most effective?

A: Without question the electrocution boxes are the best. They literally kill the pest immediately. Removal is all that is required of the home or business owner.

Q: What is the cost factor involved?

A: The ultrasonic devices are normally about one half the cost of the electrocution boxes.

Q: After deciding on which method to use, how are they powered?

A: The ultrasonic devices are plugged into an electrical outlet. Most if not all the electrocution boxes utilize batteries for power.

Q: What happens to the rodents?

A: With the ultrasound they should all leave the premises to escape the irritating sounds. With the electrocution boxes, they will drop into an area until you dispose of them later.

Q: Is there a possibility of them ever coming back again?

A: In both situations the answer is most certainly yes. They become a problem due to environmental situations. If the conditions stay the same, they most likely will return.