Bird Control for Porches

Keeping birds off of your porch can seem like a daunting task, as there seems to be an endless number of places birds can nest or perch on. The amount of bird poop and nesting debris can quickly build up as you fight to keep your front porch clean.

Are the Birds Nesting or Perching?

Our experts have categorized bird deterrent products based on the bird activity; Are the birds nesting OR are they simply perching on a ledge? Assessing the bird activity will drastically change the product used, in many cases more than one product is recommended. Understanding the difference between nesting and non-nesting birds will allow you to effectively keep birds away from your home. 

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

How to Keep Birds from Nesting on your Porch

If you have nesting birds on your porch, the first thing you will want to do is properly identify the bird species. If the bird is a protected species, we recommend waiting until the bird and the hatchlings have fully vacated the nest prior to installing bird deterrent products.

The most effective solution for nesting birds are exclusionary products such as Bird Netting. Small birds will find areas on the porch such as in the ceiling, on columns and on light fixtures. Installing bird netting overhead, directly under the problematic areas, will provide a highly effective barrier that is hardly noticeable to the naked eye. 

3/4" Mesh Bird Netting

• 3/4" mesh size stops All Birds from nesting in porches
• Black Heavy Duty Netting by Bird B Gone carries a 10 year product warranty
• Professional bird control installer is recommended

Swallow Shield – Swallow and Bat Deterrent 

• Specifically made to stop swallows from building mud nests
• For use on porch eaves, overhangs and entranceways
• Made from clear mono-filament lines
• Kit comes with two sections 3” wide by 11” long
• Install directly over areas where swallows have previously nested
• DIY friendly, adhesive strips allows quick and easy installation

How to Stop Birds from Perching on Your Porch (Non-Nesting)

Deterring birds that are simply perching or roosting are significantly easier to stop than nesting birds. The motivation level is drastically lower to remain in the area. You can keep birds away from your porch with some of the following deterrents and repellents. If the birds are perching on the entranceway doors, ledge products such as Bird Repellent Gel dishes can be utilized. Visual deterrents can be applied to porches with the occasional bird visiting and leaving droppings behind. These products are easy to install and remove when needed. 

SpectrumV Bird Repellent Gel Dishes

• Works on All Bird Species
• SpecV uses combination of site, sense, and smell to repel bird from porches
• Gel Dishes are easy to place on flat surfaces such as door frames or windowsills
• Installs easily with adhesive
• Available box sizes: 12-pk, 24-pk, and 240-pk

Avian Block Bird Repellent Pouches

• Works on all species of birds
• Uses passive aromatic sent technology to repel birds
• Hang pouches in and around the porch area to stop birds
• Each pouch covers an area of 10’ x 10’ x 10’ (1000 cubic feet)
• One pack includes 6 pouches
• Quickly and easily keep birds away from your porch

Reflect-A-Bird Deterrent 

• Wind powered, silent, highly reflective
• Scares birds away from porch areas with movement and reflective surface
• Made of durable aluminum and plastic for outdoor use
• Easy To Install; screw down to surface to secure unit
• For best results, use in conjunction with other bird deterrent products

Professional Recommendations

If you are unsure of which products to use for your porch, please give our Bird Control Experts a call at 1-800-392-6915. Our team of experts are ready to identify the problem and help find the best possible solution for your porch.