Ultrasonic repellers can be hit or miss. Some people report good results while others see no effect. I would use them in conjunction with other methods like flea combs and treatments.
Agreed, using multiple methods is key. Also, maintaining cleanliness by regular vacuuming and washing pet bedding can significantly reduce flea populations.
I’ve read mixed reviews about ultrasonic repellents. They might work for some pests, but I’ve found traditional methods like flea pills and topical treatments to be more reliable.
I’ve been using a bug zapper for a while now, but I haven’t noticed any reduction in flea numbers. Fleas seem to be more of a ground-dwelling issue than a flying one.
In my experience, bug zappers target flying insects like moths and mosquitoes much more effectively than fleas, which tend to jump and hide on pets or in carpets.
While bug zappers are great for certain pests, fleas don’t appear to be attracted to the light. I think a targeted flea treatment would work much better.
I was hopeful that a bug zapper might help with my flea problem, but it hasn’t made any noticeable difference. Fleas seem to avoid the zapper’s reach altogether.
Bug zappers might kill a few fleas if they happen to be in the path of the light, but they’re not designed for flea control. I recommend focusing on pet treatments and regular cleaning.
I’ve read that flea behavior isn’t really affected by the type of light bug zappers emit. In my case, I still had flea issues despite having one running all night.
From what I understand, bug zappers work best on insects that are drawn to the UV light. Fleas, on the other hand, are more likely to be found in your bedding or on your pet.
It seems like bug zappers are more of a general nuisance killer rather than a solution for flea infestations. I’ve found that vacuuming and using flea-specific sprays are more effective.
I was curious if a bug zapper might help with fleas, but my experience tells me that fleas just aren’t interested in the zapper’s light. They require a different control method altogether.
While a bug zapper might incidentally kill a stray flea now and then, I wouldn’t count on it for flea control. Targeted insecticides and regular grooming seem to be the way to go.
Important warning: Many flea zappers use UV light which can actually attract more pests to your yard! @NatureLover64 is right - focus on pet treatments and vacuuming instead.
Tried diatomaceous earth last summer - worked wonders! Just remember to use food-grade and wear a mask when applying. Killed fleas in my carpets within 48 hours.
@PetSafeSolutions makes a great point. I made the mistake of using a zapper near my dog’s bed - ended up with more mosquitoes than dead fleas. Total waste of money!
Wash pet bedding in hot water weekly and sprinkle baking soda before vacuuming. This combo worked better than any zapper I’ve tried.
University study shows fleas respond best to heat/CO2 traps, not light.
Essential oil blend (lavender+peppermint+eucalyptus) sprayed on baseboards worked for me. Safe for pets and smells great too. Anyone else try natural repellents?