During colder months, birds tend to seek out warm places for shelter. Although many birds migrate south for the winter, some species stick around and adjust to the varying temperatures.
These colder months also result in scarce food sources in nature. Due to these conditions, a warm house can sound appealing to birds and they may find a way into your home. Here are some tips to avoid dealing with a bird trapped in your house.
Keep Openings Closed
Closing openings to your home might be routine, especially while experiencing colder temperatures. However, it’s important to remember to keep doors and windows closed so that birds and other animals can’t find their way into your home. There are some circumstances for leaving a door or window open temporarily. If that is the case, make sure a screen is in place so that you can get the benefits of fresh air without worrying about creatures coming in.
Do a thorough review of your home’s interior and exterior to ensure there aren’t any openings where a bird can get in. Patch or cover any you find. Thoroughly clean any areas where birds nests may have been built in and around your house such as on the porch. Birds are attracted to their own scent, so will come back if they smell a familiar area that seems safe and inviting.
Provide Alternatives
With birds seeking out warmth, shelter and food, don’t let your home become an option. Make their hunt for these things easier by providing a birdhouse and bird feeder on your property. This can be just the solution needed so they don’t end up in your house. Try to keep the birdhouse or feeder in areas away from any entry points to your home.
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Use Decoys
Place decoys near doorways or any entry points to scare birds away from your home. Statues of predators can deter birds while doubling as outdoor decor. Some examples include:
- Hawk
- Owl
- Scarecrow
- Coyote
- Snake
- Cat
- Garden statues
- Other birds
Some decoys scare off the birds if they are a predator. Or some are simply to make the space seem occupied. Another tip while creating decoys is to prevent birds from nesting. Fill any spaces where birds can nest. This can include wood blocks, spikes or decoy nests that give off the illusion that the space is claimed.
Hang Reflective Wind Chimes
Wind chimes are a discreet way to ward off birds. They can decorate your porch while giving off peaceful sounds. Luckily, these sounds have the opposite effect on birds. Noise from wind chimes, along with their reflective surfaces, scare off birds. The chimes should be shiny enough to reflect sunlight, maximizing their effect.
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Use Liquid Bird Repellent
Protecting your home begins with the exterior. Spray down any areas birds tend to linger by with liquid bird repellent. A great spot to spray is the porch. This entry point creates a barrier between the outside and entry to your home. Spraying your porch with liquid bird repellent can help avoid getting a bird trapped in the house.
Bird repellent is a liquid treatment used to keep birds away. Before you implement this tactic, make sure to do your research. Ensure the bird repellent you’re using is non-toxic and gentle to use around pets.
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How Avian Can Help
Don’t let birds into your home uninvited. Keep them out with an effective, non-lethal solution that really works. Avian Control is a strong liquid bird repellent that will eradicate birds without harming them or the surrounding environment.
To find out more or to try Avian Control, contact us at 888.868.1982, today.
How to Avoid Birds Getting Trapped in Your House