Why Invest in a Bird Deterrent Device?

Sure, some birds are annoying, and droppings can make maintaining your boat or property a much bigger chore, but how big a deal is a bird problem? Especially if you’re used to battling irritating birds -- as many Australians are -- investing in bird deterrent devices might seem like an overreaction. Bird infestations are more than just annoying though.

If you have crops or a garden to look out for, you already know how devastating an untreated bird congregation can be for your harvest. You might think toxic sprays or special equipment is needed, but you’d be surprised how far visual scare tactics can go! If you’re dealing instead with residential or marine property, the urgency of getting the birds to go might not be so obvious.

Even with a small population though, there are good reasons to deal with these pests early and often. In addition to being a pain to clean, bird droppings can also be dangerous, carrying a whole host of airborne diseases that could threaten your health. It’s especially true if you’re spending any significant time cleaning this mess up! Here are a few reflectors that can prevent contact in the first place.

Two Bird Deterrent Reflectors That Get the Job Done

While Birdsoff offers all kinds of bird scaring products, these reflective options are some of our best-selling bird deterrents in Australia. Despite being a more straightforward approach, these visual scare tactics work well on many species of bird. Of course, every situation is unique, and there are other factors to consider -- such as how many birds you need to scare away. For many jobs, however, these simple solutions will do what you need.

Birdsoff’s well-named Irri-Tape is probably the simplest approach out there. This holographic roll of tape, when hung, not only flashes that blinding light that birds hate so much, it also makes a scary noise while flapping in the wind. Since it’s simple to install over a large area, Irri-Tape is a good solution for yards, gardens, and crops, but you can use it in all sorts of infestation scenarios.

If you need a little more power in a concentrated area, the Cosmic Reflector is the way to go. This reflector is Fred’s worst nightmare. Hanging on your boat or patio, the Cosmic Reflector swings and shines to keep birds at bay. It’s similarly easy to set up and works best in sunny areas.

Whichever is better for you, investing in a visual bird scarer is step one to getting rid of an airborne nuisance that's not only annoying but can be downright dangerous to you and your family’s health.