Do Birds Nest in Gutters?

Yes, birds do nest in gutters for several reasons, but the most common is that they help shelter and support the nest. Birds look for high areas such as gutters to roost and perch. These areas provide vantage points for birds to scout for food, water, and look out for dangerous threats. Many times, unprotected gutters will lead to birds building nests, resulting in clogged drains.

Our experts have found the best way to keep birds out of your Gutters is to act swiftly to prevent bird activity. Protecting your home and gutters from pest birds can be particularly difficult but possible with effective bird control.

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

Bird Deterrents for Gutters

The first step to keeping your gutters bird-free is to make them uncomfortable for birds to perch on. Installing bird deterrents can help prevent birds from perching on your property, preventing further unwanted bird activity. With the addition of simple gutter clamps, popular deterrents such as our Bird Spikes and Bird Wire can now be installed directly onto your gutters.

We’ve listed gutter deterrents such as our bird spike and bird wire products below. These deterrents will stop birds from landing on your gutters and are a fantastic investment for your property.

Stop pigeons, seagulls and similar sized birds from landing on gutters

10-year warranty against manufacturer defects and U.V. breakdown

Easily installed on gutters up to 3/4” thick

Does not harm birds

Bird Wire Gutter Clamps allow Bird Wire systems to be installed on gutters

Effectively stops pigeons and seagull sized birds from perching on gutters

Fits on gutters up to 3/4" thick

Wind powered visual bird deterrent scares birds away from Gutters

Made from aluminum and durable plastic

Highly reflective material mimics predators signaling danger in the area

Screw or glue down to roof in close proximity gutters

Bird Repellents for Gutters

If your gutter problem isn’t as severe, with only the occasional bird, bird repellents might be your preferred solution. Bird Repellents such as Avian Block Pouches make the area unsuitable for birds to stick around, agitating their sense such as smell, sound, and sight. Avian Block uses passive grape seed extract sent technology to discourage bird activity in and around the area where they are placed. Pairing visual deterrents with a repellent will increase the chances of repelling pest birds from your gutters.

Safe and easy to hang around gutters

Uses passive grape seed extract sent technology to discourage bird activity in and around gutters

Each pouch covers 10-ft diameter area.

Effective for all birds

Plays recorded bird distress calls to signal birds to flee area

Covers up to one acre

Optional additional speaker sets available

Adjustable volume settings

22 recorded bird species

Our bird control experts have found that unprotected gutters are a welcoming sign for birds to inhabit. Installing the right bird control solutions can help prevent birds from nesting and perching on your gutters.