Why Bird Spikes Are Effective — And When, Where, and How to Use Them

When seeking bird control options, many clients ask, "Are bird spikes effective bird control?" The answer is a resounding yes. Bird spikes are effective bird control tools for a variety of areas for many species of birds. Bird spikes have a flexible base that can conform to practically every shape to prevent pest birds from landing on ledges, railings, and buildings. Many commercial properties utilize bird spikes to deter pest birds and eliminate the problems that come along with them before an infestation exists.

How Do Bird Spikes Work?

Bird spikes are designed to deter birds from roosting in desirable areas. They have a narrow, flexible base with protruding stainless steel spikes. Bird spikes aren't designed to hurt birds. In fact, the spikes are blunt, which prevents injury to birds and workers installing them. Instead, the spikes are spaced closely together in a way that prevents large birds from landing.

Bird spikes are available in narrow (2.5 in), wide (5 in), and extra wide (8 in) sizes to provide options for pipes and signs, as well as wide ledges. Installation is easy; the spikes come in short, easy-to-cut lengths that installers can simply glue or screw onto the desired surface. While the spikes may look intimidating from a close-up view, the 4.5-inch spikes are barely noticeable once they're in place on your building.

The Advantages of Bird Spikes for Effective Pest Bird Control

Many businesses in both urban and rural areas use bird spikes. The reason these deterrents are so widely used is simple. They have a variety of benefits that make bird spikes effective in many ways. Bird spikes are:

• Versatile

Humane bird control

• Effective against large birds in medium bird weight areas
• Easy to install
• Durable and last for years
• Low-visibility deterrents
• Closely spaced spikes that prevent debris buildup
• Built with a flexible base for curved surfaces
• Available in multiple widths for a variety of surfaces
• Useful in conjunction with other products