Thread: Pest Control Question

Is there such a gadget available in Thailand that is wired to the mains some form of Ultra sound device for pest control.

We keep getting rats in the roof my electrician says some kind of gadget is available and also at 3900 baht each unit and I would need 3, I dont mind paying the money I'd like to hear from any guys who might have them in use.

If they do work then that would be cheaper than the pest control companies 1 year contract.

I know of one that can control the birds but i don't want to do that I like the birds around the garden.

Why don't you just put those rat glue mats out. Much cheaper than the machines and they work.
I had geckos inside the car and put two mats on the dashboard overnight. No more gecko's now.

One i was looking at on the internet

Effectively chases away rats, mice, squirrels, ants, fleas, roaches,
waterbugs, and other household pests. Only one unit needed per household (coverage approximately
5,000 sq. ft.) This plug-in unit uses Dual (MagnetoSonic and Ultrasonic) technology - MagnetoSonic Technology works within the wiring of the home creating a unfriendly
place for pests, while working within the living area with Sweeping Sound Ultrasonic Technology. Features an audible test button, night light, three LED status indicators UL and CE approved Two year warranty Size 4 1/4"Hx 71/2"Lx 31/4"W. 6.8 oz.
Adjustable dual, ultrasonic frequency transducers transmit in stereo to maximize the coverage area in the room that the unit is in. This technology is used to alter the normal electrical field around wiring in your home's walls to chase pests from areas you can't access.

No good using a sonic device if you have pets in the house.

I dont have any pets

What about the rats in the roof ?

I wanna get rid of them

I was only joking Farangred.

What are electronic pest control* devices?

Electronic pest control devices (so called pest "repellers") come in several types. Some claim to repel pest insects, spiders, and rodents by ultrasonic, or very high pitched, sound. Others claim to produce an electromagnetic field that is repellent while newer devices add ionic air cleaning. Typically the small devices are plugged directly into electric wall outlets or through an adapter cord.
The claim is that these devices "drive pests out" of a room, or structure, by a combination of electromagnetic, sonic and/or ultrasonic energy. The idea is, presumably, that the high energy waves are repellent to the various pests -- everything from cockroaches to mice.
*These devices are also called ultrasonic pest control or sonic pest control.

harmless garden spider

Do these devices really work?

Unfortunately, no. None of these devices have been scientifically shown to do what they claim they do. I would love to recommend these as a safe alternative to indoor pesticides if they worked -- but, I can't.

Do Electronic/Ultrasonic Pest Repellers Really Work?

Get a cat

The worked for me as I had a rat problem in my shed and they would eat the wires on the bikes. I installed a the electronic device and the problem stopped. They still came in the work shop but didnt nest or hang around.
The nabour living close to the workshop also said that he noticed they had gone from his place.

I use three methods to get rid of rats.

Sticky mats in the house.

Rat poison in the attic, pink pellets, works a treat.
(I had 5000 baht worth of damage to the aircons)

Rat repelling wood in the car engine bay, works a treat.
(I had 10k baht worth of damage to the wiring loom)

Just wish I had taken action before the damage was done but it has certainly stopped the problems.

Originally Posted by Rigger

The worked for me as I had a rat problem in my shed

I'll go along with the link.

Testimonial data, such as "I tried it and it worked great!", is not reliable because it is highly subject to the placebo effect which, in the simplest terms, is what happens when people see what they want to see. To be credible the claims must be backed up with proper scientific data.

Get a ferret.

Already one A/C unit they chew the wires, the rat poison is also works but the fuking smell of dead rats

I'd like to find a solution to keep them and others away

Originally Posted by superman

Originally Posted by Rigger

The worked for me as I had a rat problem in my shed

I'll go along with the link.

Testimonial data, such as "I tried it and it worked great!", is not reliable because it is highly subject to the placebo effect which, in the simplest terms, is what happens when people see what they want to see. To be credible the claims must be backed up with proper scientific data.

Each to their own, so I wanted them to stop eating the wires on my bikes and they did.


Mine wasnt a small problem. I came home a couple of times to find a nest and food inside one bike, fuel pump wires completely cut, wiring loom damaged, shot a couple of rats out my pipes. I live facing rice fields
Installed the electronic device none of the ubove has happened since and that was 1 1/2 to 2 years ago.

Originally Posted by Rigger

The worked for me as I had a rat problem in my shed and they would eat the wires on the bikes. I installed a the electronic device and the problem stopped. They still came in the work shop but didnt nest or hang around.
The nabour living close to the workshop also said that he noticed they had gone from his place.

Tell us the make you bought, you get in Thailand?

I think i will try one unit, i just didn't believe the electrician on the price he gave me cheeky kvnt

Originally Posted by Rigger

Originally Posted by superman

Originally Posted by Rigger

The worked for me as I had a rat problem in my shed

I'll go along with the link.

Testimonial data, such as "I tried it and it worked great!", is not reliable because it is highly subject to the placebo effect which, in the simplest terms, is what happens when people see what they want to see. To be credible the claims must be backed up with proper scientific data.

Each to their own, so I wanted them to stop eating the wires on my bikes and they did.


Mine wasnt a small problem. I came home a couple of times to find a nest and food inside one bike, fuel pump wires completely cut, wiring loom damaged, shot a couple of rats out my pipes. I live facing rice fields
Installed the electronic device none of the ubove has happened since and that was 1 1/2 to 2 years ago.

sounds just what I'm looking for,

I am not at home so I cant tell you the name, but bought them at home pro and the price range went from 800 baht to 3000 baht.
I bought the 800 baht ones as I want to see if it worked and will buy them again

cheers i go look tomorrow

have 2 cats,so far found 3 rats heads.

Almost forgot they also got into the extractor in the kitchen and chewed the wires and that was a pig to get fixed I had to get the guys from Smeg to come and dismantle the lot

if the electronic repellers work for you, that's good

there is no evidence they do work, but they are worth a try