When it comes to bird control, there are a variety of options available. Bird netting and bird deterrents can be highly effective in protecting your property from the risks that come with birds frequenting your area. Bird netting works by physically preventing birds from accessing specific areas, such as balconies. This method is environmentally friendly and causes no harm to the birds. On the other hand, bird deterrents utilize visual or tactile methods to discourage birds from settling in certain areas altogether. There are several types of bird deterrents including spikes, gels and electronic devices that emit ultrasonic sounds to scare away unwanted visitors.
While having beautiful feathered friends visit your property may seem like a treat for many homeowners, it’s important to understand the risk involved with allowing them easy access onto your property. Birds carry diseases that can pose serious health risks if left uncontrolled and they also have a tendency to cause physical damage through their droppings, nesting materials or through aggressive behaviour.
Overall, incorporating bird control measures such as bird netting and deterrents into your property management plan will go a long way toward keeping you safe while still preserving nature’s beauty nearby without any risks associated with letting these creatures roam free on your property!
FAQs
Can bird netting be used for residential properties?
Yes. TruTech Pest and Wildlife Control installs bird netting on a regular basis for residential homeowners looking for a practical, non-intrusive means of safeguarding balconies, patios, and gardens. Residential bird netting can be made to conform to a variety of architectural elements and is thus suitable for a broad spectrum of property types. Properly installed and maintained, it is an impenetrable physical barrier that discourages birds from roosting or perching on undesirable surfaces without harming them. Our staff inspect each location to make sure the netting will be a proper fit, considering such variables as building material and regional bird populations so homeowners can have a clean, bird-free space.
How effective is bird netting in keeping birds away?
By providing a physical barrier, bird netting prevents birds from entering spaces such as rooftops, eaves, and open areas without causing them harm. As birds cannot break through the mesh, they will roost or nest elsewhere. The key to determining this is correct net size selection and a close wrap around all possible entry points. Beyond regular inspections and maintenance, bird netting can lower health hazards, property damage, and noise generated by ongoing bird infestations considerably. The lifespan of bird netting depends on material quality, exposure to the environment, and installation.
How long does bird netting last?
Top-quality bird netting made of UV-stabilized polypropylene or polyethylene is durable and can survive five to ten years, sometimes more, if maintained regularly. TruTech Pest and Wildlife Control suggests inspections every year to ensure there’s no wear, tear, and possible gaps that can reduce efficiency. Extensive periods of being subjected to the weather or full sun slowly erode netting, so regular maintenance like tightening loose areas or simply fixing small damage must be done. If you maintain your netting well, you will have a safe, long-term barrier against unwanted bird activity. Netting and bird spikes are both general bird deterrents, but they each attack bird issues slightly differently.
What is the difference between bird netting and spikes?
Bird netting forms a sturdy, enclosed barrier that keeps birds away from entering or nesting in a specific area. It’s usually applied to expansive areas such as rooftops, patios, or gardens. Bird spikes, however, are usually mounted along ledges, windowsills, or other narrow railings where birds may perch or roost. They make these locations unpleasant or inaccessible but do not limit the area. We analyze each property individually and can recommend either one or both.
