Bird Deterrents for Ledges (Non-Nesting Areas)

Open flat ledges located in high areas will entice birds to rest and roost. This means birds will perch on these high ledges to look for food and scout for potential predators. Most bird species will not attempt to nest on a ledge that is exposed to weather and potential predators. Building a nest on an uncovered area would make it easy for predatory birds to attack their young. For this reason, Bird B Gone carries a range of bird control products specifically designed to stop birds from roosting on open ledges.

These products range from DIY friendly gel dishes to commercial grade products such as bird spikes and electric track. The following are products designed to stop birds from perching on flat open ledges.

Note: It is important to clean away nesting materials and droppings thoroughly before installation of products.

Products for All Sized Birds – Small, Medium & Large Birds

The products in this category deter a wide range of birds including small, medium and large. These ledge bird deterrents are great for those experiencing problems with a wide variety of species.

Works on All Sized birds, highly effective

Birds receive a mild electric shock to deter from ledge

Low profile, available in several color options

100-ft rolls and kits

Direct Charger or solar charger options

Skill level: Installers are recommended or knowledge of electrical systems

Works on All sized birds, light to medium bird pressure areas

Deters birds with sight, sense and smell

Only use on flat surfaces

Skill Level: DIY Friendly, easy to apply gel dishes

Available box sizes: 12-pk, 24-pk, and 240-pk

Products for Pigeon and Seagulls

The following ledge products are made for pigeons and seagull sized birds or larger. They will not be as effective when used for small birds.

Stops pigeon sized birds and larger from perching

Stainless Steel Spike carries a 10-year warranty

Polycarbonate Plastic Spike carries a 5-year warranty

Glue, Screw, or Tie down bird spikes

Popular in commercial and residential applications

Skill Level: DIY Friendly, easy to install quickly

Stops pigeons and seagulls

Made in the US with UV stabilized polycarbonate plastic

Carries a 5-year warranty against UV breakdown

Multiple colors available

Skill Level: DIY Friendly, easy to install quickly

Stops pigeon and seagull sized birds

Low visibility, popular among architects and engineers

Deters birds using a nylon coated steel wire strong with stainless steel posts

Installation instructions and videos available

Skill Level: Medium, requires precise measurements and a few accessory items

How to Keep Birds from Nesting on Ledges

Birds look for covered and protected areas to nest under. Covered ledges provide shelter from weather and safety from predatory animals. Once the bird has nested, they will be attracted to the same areas for a few reasons. First, many bird species have homing instincts that draw them to the areas they previously have nested. Second, birds are attracted to the pheromones in their dropping and nesting materials. This is why it is extremely important to clean bird dropping and nesting material thoroughly before installing bird control products. It is also important to understand that products made to deter birds from perching on open ledges should not be utilized in areas birds have been nesting. Nesting birds require exclusionary products that will fully screen or block the birds from attempting to nest in the covered location. These products range from Bird Slope to Bird Netting.

Most effective solution when installed properly

Works for all sized birds, available in mesh sizes from 3/4" to 2”

Professional installations will be discrete and hardly noticeable

Heavy Duty Bird Netting from Bird B Gone carries a 10 year warranty for UV breakdown

Skill Level: depending on the structure, professional installers are recommended

Bird Slope creates a 45 degree angle on top of the ledge

Each section of Bird Slope is 4’ in length, available in boxes of 48’

Covers ledges with a depth of 5.5”, additional Slope Extenders will extend cover to 10.5” depths

Bird Slope can be cut with PVC cutting blades to fit smaller areas

Bird Slope should be glued down to the surface with construction grade adhesive.

Skill Level: requires precise measurements and possible use of power tools to cut slope