Do Not Fear Backyard Bird Repellents

There are some bird repellent choices that sound a little scary, such as bird traps, electronic bird repellers, and anti-bird spikes. All of these bird repellent choices are environmentally friendly, safe, humane, and—very importantly—cost-effective for the family budget. It is vital when dealing with residential bird control that it is done as safely and easily as possible. Harming the bird never has to be an option. Do not let your crazy uncle give you any ideas about getting out the BB gun. Most birds considered pest birds in the backyard are migratory species protected under the Migratory Bird Treaty Act, which makes it unlawful to pursue, hunt, take, capture, kill, or sell them.

Migratory birds can include downy woodpeckers, sparrows, crows, Canada geese, and swallows. Many of these feathered friends are actually delightful at first. Their behaviors are fun to watch, especially the woodpecker, which has a very unique way of drumming. But if the woodpecker begins drumming on the side of your home, it is not going to be delightful to pay for the repairs. Fortunately, clever bird control products have been developed to stop the damaging behavior before costly repairs are needed.

Choosing the Right Bird Deterrent

To choose the right bird repellent, you must first identify the species causing the issue and where they are roosting or nesting. Are your garden plants being destroyed before you can harvest your fruits, berries, and vegetables? Are your fruit trees infested with roosting birds? Garden netting is the ideal solution. Garden bird netting creates a physical barrier so birds cannot reach your produce. It can also block off eaves, rooftops, balconies, and garages. Woodpecker netting protects your siding and prevents birds from drilling holes into your home.

Physical Barriers and Visual Deterrents

Bird spikes are another excellent solution to keep birds off ledges and flat surfaces. Installing bird spikes on roof edges stops pigeons and larger pest birds from landing where they like to gather for a clear view of the yard. Available in both stainless steel and plastic, plastic bird spikes are ideal for residential use because they come in various colors to match your home's exterior.

Combining visual scare tactics alongside physical netting and bird spikes creates a dynamic deterrent zone, preventing birds from growing accustomed to any single device.