Goose Deterrents Needed in Planned Communities

Towards the end of summer, final outdoor activities are in full swing, and planned communities are finishing up outdoor summer concerts and neighborhood events. Many of these communities feature parks, community swimming pools, and manmade lakes. With all of these amenities in place, flocks of geese are sure to arrive to enjoy them as well, especially wherever there is open water. But take heart: geese don't have to ruin your season. Installing goose deterrent products will help get rid of geese and other pest birds, creating a more harmonious environment for the remainder of the summer. For more tips on managing these populations, check out our guides on goose control in the backyard and making peace with Canadian geese.

Maintenance crews working for homeowners associations should have no trouble finding appropriate goose control methods that are cost-effective and successful. Pest birds are simply doing what they were designed to do: finding food and shelter. Fortunately, there are humane, safe ways to rid your community of nuisance geese and encourage them to find another source for meals and nests.

Protecting Park Areas

Wide-open spaces such as community parks require robust goose deterrents. Sound deterrents work exceptionally well in large, open environments. Standard units cover up to an acre of land, and coverage can expand up to five acres with additional speakers. These units feature libraries with over 22 different bird calls, including specific goose distress and predator calls. When broadcast, these calls trigger a panic response, signaling geese to leave the area immediately. The sound devices are easily programmed to play during the day, at night, or around the clock. Remember to always purchase a *sonic* unit rather than an ultrasonic one: birds hear at about the same frequency range as humans, meaning if you cannot hear an ultrasonic device, the birds won't hear it either.

Securing Water Sources

Community lakes and pools where geese tend to congregate can be protected by implementing a couple of different control methods. Visual bird control is a great place to start, as geese view visual goose deterrents as an immediate threat, forcing them to seek out a safer, more comfortable spot. For example, placing posts with scare balloon deterrents around the lake or near high-traffic areas will effectively frighten geese away. These balloons are roughly the size of a 16-inch beach ball and are made from durable, UV- and weather-resistant vinyl. They feature reflective surfaces, bright colors, and large predator-eye designs that confuse and scare waterfowl. In pool areas, they can be securely attached to safety fences.

Why Goose Control Matters

Applying proactive goose control is cost-effective and keeps community areas safe and clean. Left to accumulate, goose droppings become a massive problem: when dried feces are disturbed, harmful spores can become airborne and inhaled. Goose droppings can harbor over 60 transmittable diseases affecting humans and domestic animals, while also contaminating swimming pools and recreational lakes.