Prevent Migration Season Risks with the Right Bird Deterrent Tools & Methods
Bird migration season has arrived across Indiana, bringing challenges that include risks to commercial poultry operations facing heightened threats of avian influenza.
It’s a season of bird conflicts for residential and commercial property managers as well, who must defend their buildings against health, safety, and maintenance challenges introduced by wild bird congregations.
Disease, Corrosion & Fire Risks
Migrating birds can spread more than influenza. Their waste also carries disease-causing bacteria and parasites and can corrode painted and metal surfaces.
Some species, including pigeons, starlings, sparrows and vultures, create fire hazards with nesting materials accumulating in rooftops and vents.
Attempts at deterring wild birds from taking up residence in buildings, barns and other facilities, however, can be an expensive and futile proposition if not done properly.
Birds are highly intelligent creatures, quick to adapt to barriers and other obstacles. Their behaviors are also highly differentiated, so what works for one species in a particular setting can be ineffective for a different species or setting.
Customizable Solutions for Wild Bird Migration Conflicts
Fortunately, however, experienced bird control professionals offer a wide array of customizable solutions for effective deterrence of bird species ranging from Canada geese to pigeons, house sparrows, starlings, gulls and more.
Some are simple barriers, like dryer vent covers that prevent starlings, pigeons and sparrows from entering and building nests. More complex barriers include spring-tension post and wire barriers that discourage birds from landing. Others, like autonomic and handheld lasers, provide a high-tech solution for driving birds away with a random flash of green light that they interpret as a threat and cannot adapt to. Laser deterrents are effective against Canada geese, gulls, pigeons, sparrows and more and are often deployed on rooftops and in agricultural fields, warehouses and airports.
Customizable bird netting is also an effective strategy for preventing birds from colonizing balconies, garages, barns and airport hangars.
Don’t wait until you have a bird issue to explore the options for preventing or resolving your bird conflicts.
Professional Assessment, Installation & Customization of Bird Deterrent Solutions
At Rusty’s Animal Control, our technicians can determine the most effective tools and strategies for your situation, including professional installation, customization and follow-up.
Contact RAC to schedule an appointment or learn more about our services for commercial and residential pest bird challenges.