by Alex A. KecskesSome birds will be returning from a winter migration, others will be eager to build nests and store food for autumn. They need to get through the next winter, build warm nests and seek protection from predators. To survive, they'll be looking at your home or garden.
The time to prepare your property for pest birds is now. Bird spikes are one proven way to deter pest birds, especially if you've had problems with nesting birds in the past. They'll come back unless you find ways to deter them; for once they begin to build a nest, birds will stubbornly resist leaving. To prepare for Spring, you'll want to bird proof certain sections of your dwelling. These include:
• Eaves
• Open Attics
• Garages, Barns or Boathouses
• Under roof tiles
• Under A.C. units
Survey these and other likely areas for nesting materials and plan your bird spike measures accordingly. Most birds prefer to build nests in elevated areas, so check beams, ledges and rafters. Also, before installing bird spikes, you'll want to remove and clean out old nesting materials and bird droppings. Use caution when doing this as these materials and dusty bird droppings can carry a variety of diseases. Cleanouts are important because they eliminate the scents that may draw birds one of their old nests.
Before buying bird spikes, you should know that they are ideal for use against a wide range of pest birds, including pigeons, seagulls and similar large birds. They're easily installed using screws, nails or glue. What makes bird spikes so effective is that birds just can't land near them no matter how hard they try. After a few unsuccessful attempts, they simply move on to someone else's property.
The spikes look like they would impale a bird, but the blunted tips won't harm birds or people. They have even been approved by a number of humane groups worldwide--including the U.S. Humane Society and PICAS (Pigeon Control Advisory Service).
There are number of different bird spikes to choose from. They come in various types, sizes and colors. There are stainless steel spikes, which come in 3-, 5- and 8-inch widths, and rigid U.V.-resistant unbreakable polycarbonate spikes, which come in 3-, 5- and 7-inch widths. The plastic spikes are more economical, and they are ideal for use near antennas because they won't interfere with radiated energy. You can even get bird spikes in a non-reflective metal finish, or a variety of colors--like white, tan, gray, black, brown, brick red and crystal clear.
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