Monday 7 September 2015

5 Proven Methods Of Bird Control

There are certain species of birds that are very common, such as pigeons and seagulls. Because these birds are so widespread, they often choose to perch and nest on other peoples’ property, particularly in built up areas with tall buildings.

When birds group on your building, they can cause a lot of problems. The sticks they use to build their nests can easily clog up drainpipes and gutters. Also their droppings are not only unsightly but also spread disease when you come into contact with them. This being the case, you want to get rid of any birds that are on your building as quickly as possible.

Below Are 5 Effective Means To Do This.

1. Wire & Post

Wire & post is a very popular solution for keeping birds away from a property. Posts are drilled into the fabrication of the building and a wire is then stretched across them. This prevents birds from being able to land or perch there. Whilst wire & post is effective, it cannot be used in all settings since drilling is required.

2. Netting

Netting is the most versatile bird control solution available. It works in the same way as wire & post but doesn’t require drilling. Netting can be placed almost anywhere, including under bridges and on scaffolding. This makes it ideal for building projects and hard to reach areas.

3. Spikes

Spikes are another option for keeping birds off your property. They are fairly easy to install and can be placed in rows for maximum coverage. When spikes are placed on a building, it will stop any birds from grouping and nesting there. Spikes can be a little unsightly however, so you may not be suitable depending on the type of property that you have.

4. The Scarecrow Method

There are many props that you can buy to try and scare birds away. Things like rubber snakes and glass owls can be placed where the birds are grouping in an effort to deter them. It’s a safe and clean method of bird control but not always effective, although it is worth trying.

5. Distress Call Systems

Distress call systems mimic the natural sound that birds make to warn each other of danger. The effectiveness of these systems varies but with a high quality system they can be very effective at keeping birds away from your property. They’re best used for flocking birds in search of a winter roost.

What About Shooting Or Poisoning?

If you have a lot of birds on your property then you might be tempted to deal with them forcefully however this is not a good idea. Killing or harming any wild species of bird is illegal in the UK. Therefore if you’re caught shooting or poisoning birds that are on your property you could find yourself in a lot of trouble.

Getting one of the bird control solutions mentioned above installed shouldn’t be too costly and will ensure that birds don’t see your building as somewhere they want to stay.

About The Author:

David has a keen interest in Bird control and also associated with Total Bird Control. His articles cover topics such as how to keep your property free of birds.

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