Defender Bird Spikes | Gutter Spike Pack | Stop Pigeons & Seagulls | 5 metre

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In light of the potential to move your pigeon problem from one area to another when installing deterrents it is obvious that understanding and possibly eliminating the source of the problem should, wherever possible, be a part of your control programme. If your building is in a town or city centre location, whether it is commercial or residential, the source of your pigeon-related problem is very likely to be as a result of someone feeding the birds in a public park or even on the pavement within sight of your building. In this case, and particularly if you have identified the person or people who are feeding, a call to your council may be the most productive step in the first instance. If the feeder can be stopped, and if you have adequately protected your property with pigeon deterrents, then you will have the satisfaction of knowing that you have taken every reasonable step to both protect your property and to deal with the source of the problem.

First you will need to measure the length of the gutter, which can be done by pacing out the relevant wall of the house at ground level. This will provide a rough measurement. You will then need to cut two pieces of galvanized steel mesh the length of the piece of guttering you wish to protect. The width of these pieces will be dictated by the overall size and width of your gutter. On some period buildings guttering can be extremely wide and in other cases there will be a square lead-lined gutter. In each case this method will be effective and the principle of installation is the same as for a conventional modern gutter. Most period properties will have been fitted with sash windows and even if the windows have been replaced over the years most property owners will choose a like for like replacement window rather than fitting a modern UPVC window. Most sash windows are constructed from wood and will either be painted or varnished, but sash windows can also be sourced in UPVC. Sash windows always open up and down rather than inwards/outwards. If your property is fitted with sash windows it is likely that the property will be a period property and, as a result, is likely to have large and wide windowsills, a common feature on this type of property. This type of windowsill offers open opportunities for perching, roosting andem> breeding. In some cases, you may take a trip to the hardware store. That depends on how far the spikes have come off and how many have gone loose. Fixing loose gutter spikes is the easiest gutter repair there is. All you need to perform this is a ladder, and a rubber mallet. Pigeons that use these areas for roosting do so only because they are protected from the elements under the overhang of the roof of the dormer window and therefore by protecting this localized area pigeons will no longer have protection when roosting and will disperse. Pigeons will rarely if ever perch on the exposed tiles of a roof where they are vulnerable to extreme weather conditions as well as predation.The good news is that they can easily be protected. There is a range of suitable Defender® Bird Spikes for this job, which will come down to the width of your timber cross beams. Most Defender® Bird Spikes are available in plastic or steel. Our steel spikes come with a 25 Year Warranty, and plastic spikes have a 15 Year Warranty. They all do the same job of humanely stopping pigeons from landing on your pergola. Weather and climatic conditions are also to blame for those loose gutter spikes. This is especially true when your area experiences drastic temperature changes. Step 3 - Positioning: Start at one end of the guttering and clip each piece firmly into position. Continue along the guttering making sure no gap is left between the ends of the pigeon spikes. This mechanism places the gutter strip in the centre of the gutter. It hovers above the base of the gutter, allowing for the free flow of rainwater beneath. Over and above the wire system for protecting the sill the only other DIY option for side-hinged windows is the same as with windows that open inward or outward – anti-roosting spikes. Installation with the Defender Opening Window Spikes™ is described in the previous section.

Additionally, you need to space spikes appropriately. This results in an equal weight distribution throughout the gutter. Light wells are normally associated with period properties as a means of achieving extra light to interior rooms of a large building. They are, however, once again becoming popular in newly designed buildings and particularly where cutting edge architecture is concerned.

Angle nails correctly and fasten them with enough force into the fascia board. Otherwise, they can come loose, even with little pressure. Neglecting your gutters can lead to all types of damages. Debris accumulation is the most common problem that occurs from not having your gutters regularly maintenanced. Excess debris leads to gutter clogs. Gutter clogs lead to water not being able to drain properly. When the water can’t drain properly, it gathers in and fills up the gutters. This extra weight pulls the gutters loose. Having your gutters cleaned regularly will prevent clogs which will help keep your gutters from coming loose.

Step 2 - Fixing: The Defender® Gutter Spike will fit all standard half-round or square plastic guttering or hoppers that do not have a lip or ornate design on the front edge. The gutter spike has 2 clips attached to the spike that just slip over the edge of the gutter and secure them in the correct position. The clips should just press into position no excessive force is required. Therefore, you need to maintain your gutter spikes and fix them if damaged to keep your gutter in perfect condition. Otherwise, be prepared for the following possibilities: Damage to PropertyThat’s it, it really is that easy. As always with all gutter repairs, use extreme caution when climbing ladders. If you are not comfortable on a ladder, than you shouldn’t be climbing up there to try and do any repairs. LOOSE GUTTER SPIKES AT MY GUTTER PRO