From cackling crows to pesky pigeons, nuisance birds can disrupt your lifestyle and the sanctity of your property. While other birds like robins, starlings, sparrows, finches and grackles may create problems on your Boston property, only humane bird control strategies should be used to deter them, no matter the species.
Bird Control Methods to Deter Pigeons
Whether you’re dealing with nesting problems, excessive droppings or damage to your property, here are some helpful bird control methods you can try to shoo nuisance birds away from your property.
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Wind Chimes
Wind chimes serve as a great way to deter birds and pigeons from your property. The constant noise of chimes disturb birds and pigeons, ultimately deterring them from your property.
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Reflective Items
Reflective items that are shiny like CDs, tape, mylar balloons, aluminum foil and other metallic items produce flashes of light that birds and pigeons find unsettling.
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Garden Spinners
Garden spinners provide a great form of bird control for anyone who’s concerned about their plants getting eaten or destroyed by curious birds and pigeons. When the wind is blowing, the movement of the garden spinner tends to be unpredictable and intimidating to birds and pigeons. In addition to deterring these nuisance birds, garden spinners also create an aesthetic appeal, bringing color and movement to your garden.
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Pets
While it may not immediately come to mind as a method of deterrence, your furry friend can also help keep birds and pigeons away. Pets like cats and dogs can frighten or chase away unwelcome pests and prevent birds from nesting on your property.
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Scarecrows
While a traditional scarecrow might not be a common sight on a residential property, it might help to scare away nuisance birds. The human-like figures are designed to frighten birds and pigeons away and are especially effective in gardens and other agricultural areas.
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Decoy Snakes and Owls
Similar to the effect that scarecrows have on deterring birds and pigeons, decoy snakes and owls made of plastic or rubber look realistic enough to create a sense of danger that will scare birds and pigeons away.
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Chicken Wire and Garden Netting
Chicken wire and garden netting act as physical barriers to protect targeted areas of your property or garden. If installed correctly, the wire and netting will prevent pigeons from accessing anything it covers, making it an effective strategy for deterring the birds.
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Gel Repellants
Gel repellants create a sticky surface that birds and pigeons will try to avoid. This can be used on surfaces where birds like to perch. However, this method is not widely recommended as it can inhumanely trap and permanently stick smaller birds.
To truly say goodbye to bird-related chaos and hello to peace and quiet, contact the bird control professionals at Critter Control® of Boston
Effective Bird Control Services in Greater Boston
If your property in the Greater Boston area is overrun with wild birds, rely on the bird control experts at Critter Control® of Boston to keep unwelcome avian visitors away and restore relaxing tranquility to your property. Our licensed and trained technicians are experienced and equipped to remove all unwanted birds using non-toxic, chemical-free, and humane methods.
Call us today at 617-975-0440 to schedule your inspection and receive a free estimate for our humane and efficient invasive bird control services.
