Exclude the Pests with Anti-Bird Netting

Exclude the Pests with Anti-Bird Netting

Posted on May 26, 2015 by Kathy Fritsch in Bird Netting

Birds are categorized as pests when they decide to nest or roost in spaces where their droppings and other debris are considered a hazard. Countless hours and money are spent each year by homeowners and building owners repairing the damage that pest birds cause. It is not just an unsightly dilemma, but the droppings actually pose a hazard in themselves. Birds and their droppings can spread over 60 transmittable diseases. These diseases, along with sanitation and safety issues caused by droppings, create a very serious liability risk. If left unaddressed, droppings can lead to illnesses, accidents, and lawsuits. For a business, droppings also create an ugly public image. Cleaning up after pests time and time again gets very old for maintenance crews and building managers. Clean up one last time and invest in anti-bird netting to keep birds out of the area.

Total Exclusion with Bird Netting

Bird netting excludes nuisance birds from areas such as overhangs, eaves, warehouses, rooftops, airplane hangars, and other enclosed spaces where pest birds must be kept out. Bird netting provides 100% exclusion of nuisance birds as a long-term method. The netting comes in many different mesh sizes ideal for different types of birds. For example, 2-inch mesh is used for larger pest birds including pigeons, seagulls, and crows. There are also different colors of bird netting available, including black, white, and stone, which help match the environment and enhance invisibility when installed correctly. Many choose black bird netting as it is naturally UV-protected, rot-proof, waterproof, and flame-resistant.

Heavy-Duty Polyethylene Netting Specifications

There are different types of netting that can be purchased. For example, heavy-duty bird netting is made of knotted polyethylene. This type of netting has a high melting point and is flame resistant. It is ideal for large areas where pest birds are a problem, such as warehouses, canopies, airplane hangars, and other large overhangs. This type of netting is non-conductive, meaning it can be installed around electrical systems and RF transmission systems without interference. The netting is made up of six monofilaments, with each strand 0.0012 thick and twisted together to create a strong twine with 160 to 200 twists per meter.

The different types of anti-bird netting come in various mesh sizes. It is important to choose the correct mesh size for your particular bird issue. It is critical that birds are unable to get past the netting or get trapped and stuck behind it. The larger the bird, the larger the mesh size used.

Garden Netting for Plants and Vineyards

Garden netting is another type of anti-bird net used around the home and in gardens or vineyards. This lightweight plastic mesh bird control netting is environmentally friendly and made from FDA-sanctioned resin. It is UV-stabilized to endure months in the sun or rain, and when installed correctly, it blends seamlessly into bushes, plants, vines, and trees.

Quality anti-bird netting is a must. Reputable companies also provide qualified experts and authorized installers to help with your every need.