Three Ways to Deter Gulls from Your Property

If you live near a body of water, gulls can pose a major problem.  When they flock around rooftops, fences, canopies, your pool, spa or water feature, they can create a huge headache in droppings and noise.  If you have an RV or boat, gulls can shower it with droppings, creating a mess that will take hours to clean. You may be tempted to use lethal means like pellet guns and poisons to get rid of them, but gulls are protected by federal, state and local laws. The solution? Humane gull deterrents, like these offered by the bird control experts at Bird-B-Gone:

1. Bird Spikes Create a No-Landing Zone for Pest Gulls

Bird-B-Gone Bird Stainless Steel Bird Spikes won’t allow gulls to land on or near them. These humane, highly effective gull deterrents feature rows of stainless steel spikes embedded in a UV-protected polycarbonate base. This makes them highly durable and ideal for seaside properties. The spikes are widely used for keeping gulls off ledges, rooflines, eaves, windowsills, awnings and canopies. The spiked strips come in two-foot sections and three different widths—3-, 5- and 8-inch—to match the width of the “gull problem” area. The base of each spiked strip is just 1.5 inches wide, so it’s easily installed on narrow surfaces using screws, tie downs or glue.

2. Block Gulls Out with Heavy Duty Bird Netting

Another effective gull deterrent is heavy-duty bird netting. It simply denies gulls access to specific areas of your property. Bird-B-Gone’s Heavy Duty Bird Netting is made of strong polyethylene and offers an ideal bird barrier. This type of bird netting has proven highly successful in preventing pest gulls from entering garages, canopies and other large areas. This netting is made of a UV-resistant mesh that meets tough ISO 1806 test standards. Ideal for long-term outdoor use, this heavy-duty bird netting is rot proof, waterproof, and sub-zero stable. It comes in various sizes and custom cuts and is often recommended by architects.

3. Scare Gulls Away with Bird Chase Super Sonic

Bird-B-Gone’s Bird Chase Super Sonic broadcasts distress and predator calls that intimidate gulls, forcing them to move on. Developed with the help of ornithologists at a major university, Bird Chase Super Sonic repeats these calls every 10 minutes to ensure gulls get the message that dangerous predators are attacking. Unlike sonic devices that emit high-pitched ultrasonic noises birds can hear, the Bird Chase system is fully audible, yet won’t annoy pets or humans. The device comes with a built-in speaker that will cover up to an acre. More speakers can be added to cover up to six acres.

Bird-B-Gone is the world’s largest manufacturer and distributor of bird control products, providing effective and humane solutions to a bird-free environment. The company provides advice, training and installation services for those who need help with these and other bird control measures. If you have a problem with gulls and similar large pest birds, consult with a bird control expert.