Black & Decker Pest Control

Black & Decker is yet another manufacturer of electronic pest control devices. As with other units, you can hop online to purchase Black & Decker pest control models, or you can take a trip down to your local hardware store. Prices for these units are comparable to other units and can range from the economical to the expensive.

Black and Decker Ultrasonic Pest Repeller devices work by continuously emitting ultrasonic noise at frequencies that range from 26-74 KHz at 105 decibels. The emission of these ultrasonic sound waves is constantly fluctuating; according to the manufacturer, this fluctuation significantly affects a pest’s nervous system and this is what drives them from your home.

Disruption of the nervous system leads to disruption in feeding, communication and nesting behaviors, and pests cannot adapt their behaviors under the bombardment of the complex and variable sonic and ultrasonic sounds emitted by the devices. The environment becomes very uncomfortable and they leave. Labels claim that humans and non-rodent pets like cats, dogs and birds are not affected by the ultrasonic noise; you should not use these devices around rodent pets, like gerbils, hamsters, guinea pigs and ferrets, as it may cause them severe auditory stress.

Many people find Black & Decker electronic pest repeller units, such as the ultrasonic models, appealing because they can avoid traps, chemicals and poisons; the manufacturer claims that most pests will be repelled by these devices. They can be used in basements, garages, bathrooms, kitchens, bedrooms and other rooms.

You can buy Black & Decker pest repeller units that will cover smaller, medium, large and extra-large rooms, providing you with the maximum coverage possible for your space needs. There are Black and Decker electronic pest repeller units that plug into standard AC outlets, while there are others that are battery powered and so more mobile; the battery-powered units can be used outside as well. Even those that come with batteries often come with an AC adapter. Many units also come with a built-in night light, controlled by a switch, and a built in electrical outlet to allow you to have a free outlet even when the pest control device is plugged in.

Multiple Black and Decker pest repeller units are often sold in one pack, as there is often the need for multiple units in one room or in one given area. Units should not be plugged in near flammable liquids and should not be plugged in to extension cords, though you should check manufacturer indications on this point. These devices require no maintenance and can be effectively cleaned with a simple dry cloth.