Woodpecker problems are becoming a bigger problem as we move closer to nature and take away their natural dwellings. That has lead to a rise in homeowners getting to hear nonstop drumming that can drive even the biggest bird lover crazy. Woodpeckers in the wild are great it’s when they decide to attack your home in a search of food and a new mate that they start to become a little less cute.Woodpecker problems are becoming a bigger problem as we move closer to nature and take away their natural dwellings. That has lead to a rise in homeowners getting to hear nonstop drumming that can drive even the biggest bird lover crazy.

How not to solve a Woodpecker Problem

From my perspective all Woodpecker problems are basically the same “annoying pecking” and destroying the side of their home. As mad as you might get at the damage these creatures cause they are federally protected and cannot be harmed. When you set out to solve your woodpecker problem forget about all the old wife’s tales on how to solve bird problems. Like when your friends tell to put a plastic owl on your roof, save your money this will just add a spot for birds to roost on. Don’t waste your time with plastic snakes, moth balls, wd 40, Ultrasonic sound systems (people can’t hear them and neither can birds), For 18 years I answered every imaginable question concerning bird problems and a few times a year I used to get bombarded with questions about woodpeckers. People love to tell you long glowing stories about this cute little bird that’s driving them crazy.From my perspective all Woodpecker problems are basically the same “annoying pecking” and destroying the side of their home. As mad as you might get at the damage these creaturesthey are federally protected and cannot be harmed. When you set out to solve your woodpecker problem forget about all the old wife’s tales on how to solve bird problems.Like when your friends tell to put a plastic owl on your roof, save your money this will just add a spot for birds to roost on. Don’t waste your time with plastic snakes, moth balls, wd 40, Ultrasonic sound systems (people can’t hear them and neither can birds), birdspikes (only works on pigeons and larger birds), bird gel (not registered for use on Woodpeckers and may harm them).

Always combine taste and visual products when fighting Woodpeckers, do not try to save money by applying just one of these solutions that will only lower your chances of success.

use a combination of Ideally woodpecker problems should be solved when they first show up, the longer you let them peck away at your house the harder it will be to break their habit. To solve a woodpecker problem you will need touse a combination of audio & visual woodpecker deterrents to break their habits. Think of it as going to war against the birds, the more weapons you can deploy the better chance you will have of winning the battle.

Taste Deterrents - used on birds that peck into surfaces

This is a non-toxic spray that puts a clear protective coating on the surface; it is effective on birds that peck into surfaces. When the bird pecks into the area they get a bad taste in their mouth kind of like pepper spray. Spray the product on and around the affected areas, you don’t need to cover the whole house just cover the problem area and the surrounding surface. Evenly apply two coats of the Woodpecker Repellant Spray. I recommend creating a no peck zone of about 5’ around the damaged area.

I recommended this product to people that were already planning on painting or as a preventative measure to help control future problems. This is a longer lasting solution because the additive is encapsulated in to the paint.



This works the same as the spray except it is a concentrated form that is added to paint.I recommended this product to people that were already planning on painting or as a preventative measure to help control future problems. This is a longer lasting solution because the additive is encapsulated in to the paint.



Additional woodpecker solutions

Netting - is the most effective form of bird control because if installed correctly it will 100% solve the problem. However most home owners do not want their house enclosed with netting. But for certain areas of the house ¾” netting can be used to block off problem areas. To be affective the netting must be elevated at least 3” over the area and completely enclose the targeted surface.

When a woodpecker flies near the spider it will drop down a string and then back up again. Use one of these along with the above visual products for severe or long term problems. The Scare Spider – The Scare Spider is a battery-operated device that is activated by sound.When a woodpecker flies near the spider it will drop down a string and then back up again. Use one of these along with the above visual products for severe or long term problems.

Sound Devices

I know companies sell sound systems for woodpeckers; I am just not convinced of the practicality for a homeowner. Not many people want to hear screeching birds and the cry of a hawk outside their bedroom window.



Goodbye Woodpeckers

Woodpecker solutions are affordable and easy to install. So don’t try to save money by applying just one method, always use a combination of products to overwhelm the birds since of comfort. Know one likes the idea of their house being lit up like a Christmas tree but once the problem is solved the products can be removed and used next season if needed. Good luck solving your Woodpecker problem.









Mark Thorsell



http://www.birdfighter.com Sales Manager

855-741-3222