How To Keep Birds Away - Humane Methods Of Bird Repellent

When you see birds soaring and hear them singing, it's easy to feel at peace. But it's a whole different story when they have invaded your home or garden.

Most birds are not parasites, but they can become quite a nuisance. Birds can serve many purposes: they eat insects that are predatory, and they eat the seeds of weeds that can grow out of control in your garden. But birds can also be pests, feeding on the fruits and vegetables in your garden, damaging your home and other structures on your property, and leaving droppings that can cause serious health problems for you and your family.

The following article provides a variety of ways to keep birds away from your property. Whatever method you choose, there are a few things you should keep in mind when dealing with birds.

Remove food sources:

To get rid of birds, you need to eliminate what attracts them to your home, which is most likely food. It is helpful to observe the birds and find out where in your home they prefer to be, to find out where the food comes from. If you find that the birds are visiting your berry bushes and fruit trees, you can install nets to prevent access. On the other hand, if the birds are attracted to insects, you can get rid of them with organic insecticides or electric zappers. If your birds chase rats that rummage through your garbage, you should secure the garbage cans.

Block all openings on your property

If you want to get rid of unwanted birds nesting inside your attic, chimney, or shed, you need to find out how they are getting there. Once you find the opening, you can install a one-way bird door that allows trapped birds to leave but prevents them from coming back. You can also leave the door open for a few days to make sure your attic or shed is empty. Once you are certain that they are gone, seal the opening accordingly.

Get to know the birds

The more information you have on the birds, the better. By identifying the bird species, you can tailor the bird control strategy to the specific feeding habits, nesting tendencies, and general behavior of each species. Some methods work better for some species than others. For instance, pigeons might respond better to certain deterrents compared to more aggressive birds like crows.

Act fast

Once the birds have settled in a certain area, it is not so easy to drive them away. Therefore, it is advisable to watch for their presence and, once they are detected, act as soon as possible. Quick action can prevent the establishment of nests and the difficult task of relocating settled birds.

Clean the droppings

If birds have deposited their droppings in areas of our home, it is important to clean the area with chlorine and soap. You should also protect yourself with gloves and masks and avoid any contact with feces, as they could be a source of transmission of certain parasites. Regular cleaning will help reduce the attraction of more birds to the site.

If you want to know how to repel other animals, such as cats, do not miss our article on how to keep cats off your property.