Posted by flabdablet at 8 13 am on april 15 2009 as noted above capsaicin chili peppers won t work to repel birds but other chemical bird repellents exist.
Bird resistant window screen.
This innovative outdoor mesh screen is stronger and more durable carcinogen free pet resistant and comes with a 10 year warranty.
Window screenor a light net attach this at least 2 3 from the window.
Close window drapes or blinds partially or completely whenever possible.
By using the natural breeze to spin wobble vibrate and clack the whirlybird create lifelike movement that can naturally keep birds away from window screens without you having to lift a finger.
When done effectively external screens can break up reflections or can slow birds down before they hit the glass.
The device won t interfere with the décor of your lawn or window screen area.
Don t purchase a knock off.
Screw hooks and suction cup brackets included with purchase secure the screen to a window or sliding door.
Install external screens or netting on windows.
This is undoubtedly one of the most effective ways to protect the feathered wildlife.
Try some of the following ideas to make your windows safer.
This is especially important at night when interior lights are in use.
An attractive transparent black fiberglass screen that hangs loosely in front of a pane of glass providing a gentle cushion for birds that strike it.
Soundstop generally used for noise barriers and handrails in outdoor settings comes in two versions that are good choices for bird friendly applications.
These screens prevent impact even if birds attempt to fly through it.
These adhesive dots applied to the outside of your windows create an effective frit pattern.
What you get with super screen second generation is quality longevity and value.
If hummingbirds are a problem the spacing should be reduced to a 2 inch by 2 inch grid.
22 26 for windows 24 or 26 for a sliding door screen web.
The second generation of super screen has better visibility.
When you replace the screens use bronze or aluminium wire screen instead of fibreglass plastic which gets degraded by the sun even when the birds aren t using it.
10 per 24 x 32 window.
Cover the glass outside your windows with a taut stretch of mesh netting also known fruit or crop netting at least 3 inches away from the glass.
When the screen or net is taut birds will bounce off imagine a trampoline without getting caught.
Feather friendly diy estimated cost.