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Insects can be annoying and even vectors of some dangerous diseases. Often your first reaction for getting rid of these insects inside your house might be to spray an insecticide that can be hazardous for you and the environment.
You want to use something safer for you, your family, and your pets. There are traps or bug zappers you can use indoors that are effective. The LiBa indoor bug zapper is a device you could consider for chemical-free pest control.
Bug zappers can be found for outdoor and indoor use but if using a zapper outside be aware that it will kill many beneficial insects. Inside the home, they can kill all flying bugs that enter your home and are very useful.
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Features
- Powerful 2800 volt grid
- Covers up to 6000 sq feet
- Size: 3 x 10.5 x 15 inches weight: 4.2 Pounds
- Lightweight and quite small making it very portable but only around the home
- Bug control with no chemicals, sprays, or fumes
- Protective grid to prevent accidental contact with the electrified grid. This is necessary for use with children and pets.
- Can be hung with the chain included or placed on a flat surface.
- Easy cleaning with removable washable tray to remove dead insects
- Designed for indoor use in the house, garage, workshop, office, shops, and more.
- 2 extra bulbs are supplied with the zapper.
- 90-day warranty with 1 warranty replacement per insect killer
The LiBa insect killer is only for use indoors. It can be used anywhere in your house where you are bothered by insects. Either it can be hung on a hook with the chain supplied or placed on a flat surface.
The bug zapper doesn’t use chemicals, so it is safe for your children and pets. No sprays with poisonous chemicals to kill insects in your home environment. Just an ultraviolet light that attracts insects but is safe for humans.
The wavelength used in the bulbs is in the 350-370 nanometers wavelength. In studies, this wavelength has been shown to attract insects successfully.
The UV lights attract the insects, they pass through the protective grid, and as they approach the bulbs, they will touch the electrified grid, making a zapping sound as they are electrocuted.
Pro and Cons
What we like
- Kills without harmful chemicals – safe for humans and pets
- Once set up will provide an instant attraction for insects
- Can be hung anywhere with the chain supplied or placed on a flat surface
- A powerful electric grid will kill small flying insects and some larger insects
- Removable collection tray for easy cleaning
- 5ft electric cable (longer than many other zappers)
- Many reports of good customer service
What we don’t like
- Loud zapping sound when insects touch the electrified grid
- When changing bulbs it’s easy to receive an electric shock after unplugging the zapper. The electric insect killer should be left for 3 hours or more to discharge the electricity in the grid or discharged with an insulated screwdriver. This is mentioned in the instructions but many people seem to forget about this!
- Only for use indoors
Customer Impressions for LiBa Electric Insect Killer
The vast majority of purchasers are delighted with the LiBa bug zapper – nearly 80% of 5-star reviews from almost 8500 reviewers.
Many confirmed buyers say it works well and kills a wide variety of insects, including mosquitoes.
Some buyers say they leave it running 24/7 with no problem with bulbs still working more than a year later.
Quite a few other reviewers mention good service from customer support. If the device is faulty, they send a replacement zapper without the need to return the defective unit.
One recurring comment is that the insect killer makes a loud snap as it kills flying nuisances. You might find this a little disturbing initially, but after a short period, you will get used to the snapping sound as the bugs are zapped. After a while, some even appreciate the popping sound as it shows the zapper is working.
The main complaints are that flies are only stunned, and some units or tubes only seem to work for a relatively short time. If you have problems in the first 90 days, you should be able to get a replacement unit from LiBa.
LiBa Indoor Bug Zapper Summing Up
I hope you’ve enjoyed the review of the LiBa indoor bug zapper.
This indoor zapper seems to be an insect killer that gives good results. It has a powerful electrified grid and a grille for protection. The two bulbs with the two replacements should give you many hours of zapping.
Ready to place where you need it, this electric bug killer will attract and kill many types of flying bugs.
Related: Best Indoor Mosquito Traps
FAQ
What insects does the LiBa zapper kill?
Many people buy an electric zapper to kill mosquitoes. But most mosquitoes and other biting insects are more attracted by the carbon dioxide exhaled by humans or animals than the ultraviolet light emitted by bug zappers.
Nonetheless, many LiBa purchasers report success in killing mosquitoes! Other insects purchasers report killing include flies, gnats, moths, fruit flies, no-see-ums, stink bugs, beetles, wasps, and even a hornet.
If you have a big problem with mosquitoes, a mosquito trap that works by emitting carbon dioxide may be a more successful mosquito killer.
Is it safe to use a bug zapper indoors?
A bug zapper is safe to use in your house with proper use. They are not really a fire risk, but they are electrical appliances, so they carry the same risks as other electrical devices. Some large insects can catch fire when they are electrocuted.
When placing the insect killer, make sure nothing (such as curtains) could blow into it, and don’t place it against inflammable material. Although the LiBa has a protective grid to keep children’s fingers out, it’s good practice to put it out of the reach of children and away from pets who could cause safety issues. Be sensible when using and positioning your bug zapper.
Where should I place my indoor bug zapper?
The bug zapper should not be visible from a window or an exterior door, or you risk drawing more bugs from outside. It should be in an open area away from where you sit. Hanging it on a hook will keep it out of the way of children and pets.
The other thing is to place it away from where you eat or prepare food. Parts of bugs can be scattered up to 7 feet from the bug zapper when they are electrocuted.
When should I turn on my indoor bug zapper?
You can leave your bug zapper running 24/7 or just run it from dusk to dawn. Try your zapper during the day to see what it catches and if it’s worth leaving on all the time. Generally, in the daytime, the sunlight will be brighter than the artificial UV light of the zapper, which means you will catch less.
