Whether you live in a top floor apartment in the city or a home in the rural countryside the chances are strong that bugs, insects, and/or rodents have been a problem in the past and will likely continue to be nuisance in the future. Being prepared for these pests can limit and even prevent them from showing up to annoy you and your loved ones. In the following Pest Control Buyer’s Guide we’ll help you find solutions to your one-time and continuous pest and rodent problems.
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Moquitoes and Other Flying Insects
Quite possibly the most annoying pests are the flying insects that ruin your backyard get-togethers or find a way into your home via an open door or window. There are a number of Pest Repelling and Pest Traps for dealing with these nuisance insects depending upon the application needed and the type of solution you’re looking for.
Terminix AllClear Mosquito Mister Lantern
SolaMist Solar Powered Mosquito Misting System
DYNATRAP Mosquito and Insect Trap
DYNAZAP Extendable Insect Zapper
Bug Off Instant Screen Door with Magnetic Closure
| Terminix AllClear Mosquito Mister Lantern | SolaMist Solar Powered Mosquito Misting System | DYNATRAP Mosquito and Insect Trap | DYNAZAP Extendable Insect Zapper | Bug Off Instant Screen Door with Magnetic Closure | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prevention Method | Misting Spray | Misting Spray | UV light & Vacuum Action Fan | Electric Zap | Barrier |
| Control Method | Remote Control | App from iOS or Android Smart Device | Twist cradle to turn “ON/OFF” | “ON” button | Magnetic Door |
| Power Source | 4 AA Batteries | Solar Panel | 120V AC | 2 AA Batteries | None |
| Indoor / Outdoor | Outdoor | Outdoor | Both | Both | Both |
| Effective Against | Flying Insects | Flying Insects, Spiders & Roaches | Flying Insects | Flying & Crawling Insects | Flying Insects |
| Additional Feature #1 | Natural Repellent Safe for Humans, Pets & Environment | Set Spraying Schedules from Smartphone | Whisper Quiet Operation | Extendable Reach Arm up to 3 Feet | Various Sizes Available |
| Additional Feature #2 | Repels Insects within 300 Square Feet | May qualify for 30% Federal Tax Rebate | UV Bulb Lasts up to 3,000 Hours | Flexible and Telescoping head | Magnets Quickly Close Screen |
Critters, Animals and Birds
Smarthome offers a variety of Animal Control products designed to prevent birds from roosting and critters from entering your property as well as traps that can be used to capture them in the event the do end up in or around your home.
Amtek Critter Gitter
Scarecrow Water Spraying Animal Repeller
Bird-B-Gone Bird Spider
Solar Powered Sonic Mole, Gopher & Rodent Deterrent
Spray Proof Skunk Trap
| Amtek Critter Gitter | Scarecrow Water Spraying Animal Repeller | Bird-B-Gone Bird Spider | Solar Powered Sonic Mole, Gopher & Rodent Deterrent | Spray Proof Skunk Trap | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Works Against | Raccoons, Stray Dogs, Stray Cats, Opossums, Skunks, Chipmunks, Deer, Squirrels, Gophers, Moles, Rabbits, Voles, Woodchucks, Coyotes, and More | Dogs, Cats, Deer, Raccoons, Squirrels and More | Birds | Moles, Gophers and Similar Rodents | Skunks, Squirrels, Cats, Rabbits, Opossum and Other Similar Sized Animals |
| How it Works | Emits High Pitched Sounds and Flashing LED Lights when PIR Sensor Detects Animal Intruder | Sprays Water when PIR Sensor Detects Animal Intruder | Prevents Birds from Landing | Emits Sonic Noise that Irritates Rodents Causing them to Leave | Spring-Loaded Trap Door Automatically Closes |
| Coverage | Up to 40 Feet | Up to 35 Feet | 8 Foot Diameter | Up to 7,500 Square Feet | N/A |
| Power Source | 9V Battery – Lasts Approx. 1 Year | 9V Battery – Lasts Approx. 6 Months | N/A | Built-in top-mounted solar panel | N/A |
| Additional Feature #1 | Sounds Emitted are Not Audible to Humans | Connects Directly to Garden Hose | Stainless Steel Arms Move in Breeze to Deter Birds from Landing in Area | Sonic Noise isn’t Audible to Humans or House Pets | Pipe Prevents Skunks from Lifting their Tail to Spray |
| Additional Feature #2 | Randomly Changing Sound Pattern Prevents Animals from Getting Used to It | Adjustable Spray Coverage from 10° to 360° | Flat Surface Mount for Quick Installation | Humane Way to Rid Your Yard of Animals that Borough in the Ground | Nickel-Sized Holes Allow You to Identify Animal Caught |