How to install the pigeon mesh

Introduction

The process of installing a pigeon mesh may seem like a complicated task, but in reality it is not at all. If you are able to follow the steps outlined below. You will be able to accomplish the installation safely and to your satisfaction.

Here are a few things that you should keep in mind before you begin the installation of bad anti-potholes. First of all, you should make sure that your installation site is ready for the anti-pigeon malar. This malar should be made of high-strength wire with admirable quality. There are also other quality characteristics you should check, such as wire width, corrosion resistance and heat resistance. These questions will help you ensure a safe and proper installation.

Secondly, you should collect the materials needed for the installation of the anti-pigeon malar. This includes the wire of the kind used in the manufacture of the malar. Special fixing angles, wall anchors and the right tools. The never to be miss is strength and durability.

The next part of the process is to design the proper configuration for the anti-pigeon malar. This includes sunlight, mesh location, attachment angles and height. This will help determine the correct amount of supports and anchors needed to ensure the stability of the pigeon mesh.

Once you have designed the layout, you can begin the process of installing your pigeon mesh

The first step is to attach the brackets to the surface with specially designed screws. This will ensure that all elements are securely connect. The next step is to secure the wire to the brackets with nuts and bolts to maintain the stability of the mesh.

Once all the brackets are firmly in place, it is time to connect the anchors that will be use to secure the mesh to the wall. This is a critical part of the installation process. And it is important to follow the manufacturer’s recommendations for best results.

After attaching the anchors to the wall, you must securely place the pigeon mesh over the brackets. This will help prevent damage to the pest screen due to improper placement or improper connection.

Once the mesh has been properly positioned, you can proceed with the final check. This includes checking the brackets, the connection to the anchors, the fastening angles and the mesh itself. It is always a good idea to make a visual inspection to verify that all aspects of the mesh and installation are appropriate.

Finally, once the inspection has been completed and the pigeon screen has been secured. It is time to apply the exterior finish and protection. Proper masking will ensure that the pigeon screen remains properly functioning and damage-free.

Grapes protected by bird netting
Once the inspection of the pigeon netting is complete, it is time to apply the exterior finish and protection.

What are the necessary tools for the installation of pigeon mesh?

The installation of pigeon mesh is a safe way to keep pigeons away from our homes, buildings and properties. This netting offers a long-lasting solution to the problem of inappropriate pigeon control. Before starting the project, there are a few tools and equipment that will be need to complete the job.

The first tool needed is a handsaw with a metal blade. This will be use to cut the wooden posts that will be use for the installation of the screen. You should also consider purchasing screws, nuts and other fasteners for the wood. This will help secure the post in place prior to the installation of the mesh.

The second tool is a flat head hammer. This will be use to attach the mesh pieces to the post. This will also require the use of heavy nails to secure the mesh in place. If you want to save some time and not work too hard, you might consider using wire staples. This fastening process will help secure the mesh in place.

Melted kerosene will also be need to seal the ends of the posts to prevent pigeons from entering the holes

This kerosene can be purchase at almost any hardware or do-it-yourself store. Another important tool for carrying out the installation of pigeon mesh is a precision hammer. This tool is essential to ensure that the post frames are level and not leaning. Without this tool, the edges and measurements of the mesh would not be accurate.

If you want to save some time, consider using an electric stapler to attach the ends of the mesh to the post. This tool saves time and effort, since the nails are automatically glue to the post.

The above tools and equipment are the main elements necessary to complete the installation of the pigeon mesh. If we follow the above steps correctly, we will achieve a top quality mesh finish, which will last for many years. This mesh is a safe and effective way to protect our properties from inappropriate pigeons.

pigeon mesh in a greenhouse
It should be taken into account that the correct installation of the pigeon netting requires the use of the necessary tools and equipment.

How to properly care for pigeon mesh?

Proper and efficient care and maintenance of the pigeon mesh is the key to be able to enjoy its use without any kind of mishap. This includes from the maintenance of the mesh itself, to the maintenance of the area around where it is place.

In the maintenance of the pigeon mesh as such. The first thing we have to do is to make sure that it is properly installed. It is advisable to secure it on the roof and sides with a system of anchors, or nails, to ensure greater stability. This will prevent the mesh from being easily destroy, it is also important to clean the mesh periodically. This will serve to accumulate as little dirt and grease as possible, as this can weaken the good use of it.

An important thing to take into account in relation to the care of the pigeon mesh is to keep an adequate surveillance of the area where the netting has been placed. This will serve to prevent possible damage that may be caused by other animals, such as larger birds, squirrels, lynxes, etc. In addition to this, we will also have to be attentive to possible damage during human activities such as painting, construction, and so on.

It is important to check the screen from time to time for any signs of damage. This will allow us to have a better control over the state in which it is and thus avoid a greater amount of damage or damage.

A proper care and maintenance of the pigeon mesh are the keys to ensure that we enjoy a good use of it. Including its proper installation, cleaning and maintenance, surveillance, and regular revision, we will be able to ensure a good use and enjoyment of the mesh.

small microtunnel with anti-bird netting
Another thing to keep in mind is to pay attention to possible damage during human activities such as painting, construction, etc.

Pigeon Netting Serves Many Purposes

Use of Pigeon Netting to Keep Birds Away from Your Crops

Pigeon Netting has been primarily used for the purpose of keeping birds away from a particular area. For this reason, it is often seen on the outside of buildings, particularly in cities, to discourage pigeons from roosting, and is obviously where the netting gets its name from. It has also been used by growers to keep birds from landing on or harming plants or seeds. However, there are also a number of different uses for this type of netting which are geared specifically towards the need to train plants to grow in a particular direction, and thereby increasing the amount of harvest seen. Bird net is a great substitute for what is known as scrog net. Some growers may have heard of this term before, and may only recognize it as a type of growing technique. The name actually is an abbreviation for the name screen of green which is placed above growing plants to aid in the growth process. This method of growing is designed to help bring all levels of the plant to the higher level of the upper canopy to improve the plant’s access to light, and thereby seeing an improvement in growth.

The pigeon net installed in a pigeon cage
The pigeon net is used to keep pigeons away from a selected area.

 

How Pigeon Netting Can Improve Crop Yields

Throughout time, growers have looked for ways to improve their crop yields. The use of netting is one of these common ways to help train a plant to grow in the best way possible to produce a higher yield. This helps the plants to grow as efficiently as possible. The result is a plant that is bushier and produces a higher yield. The process of scrogging uses netting that is placed above the plants. As the top of the plant reaches the height of the screen, it is then tied to the screen to encourage it to grow outward instead of upward. When this process is combined with topping, there is even a higher harvest experienced. This process involves simply cutting the tops of the plant off at strategic locations so that it continues to grow outward on the netting instead of upward. These two methods make it possible for the plant to have more access to light and make the growing process much more efficient.

Pigeon Netting
The process of scrutiny causes the plant to grow and have more access to light.

 

Netting Increases Access to Light

One of the largest benefits of training plants with pigeon netting is that it helps to improve the access to light that plant gets. Because the leaves of the plant are what absorb the most light, when they are grown in a single layer at the same height, the light is able to be absorbed efficiently, and allows the plant to grow much more efficiently, as it is not wasting energy. Similarly, it helps to ensure the yield from each plant which is comparable to that of the other plants being grown at the same time. This is because plants are all trained to grow at the same canopy level and will not overshadow another plant. Not to mention, since any short branches are trimmed so that they do not produce anything that is less than ideal, and all of the plant’s energy is able to be focused on producing the highest quality yield possible.

Pigeon mesh installed in a field of crops
The mesh of pigeons is a good option since it also works for plants and gives them better access to light.

 

Why Use a Scrog Net

The use of scrog may appear to be more time consuming for the grower to use, but there are a number of instances when the time required significantly outweighs the time needed. This process is ideal for growers who are looking to have a higher yield but have limited space. Because the plants have the potential to increase their yield by 20%, there is less need for more plants to be planted, as well as less space needed to grow the plants. It is also ideal for use with plants that are known for growing fairly large. The use of the net helps to spread the growth out in a smaller space while not hurting the yield, not to mention it helps to prevent growth from going down to the ground, where it will receive limited access to light. For specific types of plants, like indica and sativa strains, where there are regulations on the number of plants permitted to be grown by a gardener, this is even more important. This process is also great for use indoors, which some growers have found to be an ideal setting for a number of different plants they may be seeking to grow.

Pigeon net placed in a field
The advantage of the network is that it helps extend the growth of the plant in a small space and prevents the plant from falling to the ground.

 

Pigeon Netting is Great for SCROG Net

Because pigeon netting is affordable, and is easy to adjust to the needs of the growing area, it makes it an ideal choice for those looking to use this method of growing. To use this method, the grower simply allows the plant to grow a few inches above the screen before redirecting branches so they grow at a single height of the screen. This creates the ideal canopy for the branches, leaves, and buds on the plant to get the right amount of light. In this process, the grower will also cut off small branches and side shoots which will only waste energy and will not produce anything come harvest. One word of caution though with this type of growing is if deciding to tuck the growth into the screen instead of typing it into place, it should be done with great caution so as not to accidentally cause damage to the plant.

Pigeon netting installed in a rooftop
Another advantage of the pigeon network is easy to install and adjust to the needs of the selected crop area.

 

Training Your Crops Effectively

The use of bird netting clearly goes far beyond the use of trying to keep birds from getting access to valuable crops. Pigeon Netting is particularly useful for training plants to grow in a particular direction, and help to improve the overall crop yield. One of the most commonly developed uses of netting in growing and training crops, is by using it as a SCROG net for specific types of plants. It is ideal for use with hemp and particularly good for use with sativa strains. It is estimated that the use of this type of netting can help to increase a harvest by 20% when used properly. This is something which is well worth the cost and effort for any grower.

Pigeon control techniques to get rid of the Rock Doves

Making nesting places inhospitable and hostile for Pigeon control

Spring and autumn are the peak seasons of pigeons’ breeding. They find shelters in slopes, shelves and open blocks of walls for their nesting. These birds have the ability to steal from crops very easily and quickly. Particularly at small orchards, the damage of agricultural products is at a significant level. This damage is not ignorable and can easily be detected as it follows specific trends or patterns and usually increases at the time of crops maturation. Generally throughout the year and particularly in the mentioned seasons, they become a source of great irritation for the homeowners and those who are associated with farming or agricultural business either at small or large scale. Proper techniques for pigeon control are required to make the slots or places inhospitable for pigeons where they tend to make nests. Pigeons mostly depend on humans for their feed. They prefer to live near agricultural or green areas, warehouses of factories and grain production units. Apart from any proper techniques, just avoiding pigeon feeding can also prove to be useful in getting rid of these uninvited guests and save your personal properties, farms and crops.

 

 Network to contain the birds
The most common places that pigeons prefer to live are in green areas, warehouses and grain factories.

 

10 pigeon control or pigeon proofing techniques are elaborated as under:

  1. Make use of netting

Netting is an actually operative and successful technique. Most of the times, a net which is available in different material types and sizes is fixed directly over the crops to block the approach of pigeons. When crops are cultivated over large area of land, this method can be expensive but it is considered as a one-time investment. This is because the net once purchased, has long life. Once it is applied over the agricultural land, it can be reapplied for a number of times.

  1. Pigeon traps

A subtype of netting is live pigeon traps. These traps catch pigeons without causing any harm to them. Like rat traps, pigeons and birds are attracted towards food items, grains or corns, which are placed inside the ploy. They enter the traps from one side and see other pigeons already there and the entrance is closed afterwards.

  1. Pigeon spikes and wires

Pigeon spikes and wires are used as a cost effective technique of pigeon control. These spikes and wires are placed at balcony or slopes outside windows.

  1. Remove all sorts of food and water sources

Taking away all sorts of food and water sources from the places where pigeons are comfortable to roost or make their nests can also decrease the birds’ interest. In case of agricultural land, drop showers and fertilizer feeders are used instead of direct supply to crops.

  1. Ovo-control

It is another chemical mixed birds’ attractive product. Pigeons get hooked up with it quite easily. It is considered as a cheaper technique as compared to netting and spiking.

  1. Use of Get Liquids

Gel liquids, that are either hot or slippery are also applied at land surfaces and areas which are birds’ friendly. These fluids do not harm the birds. This is a temporary and messy remedy for pigeon control.

  1. Scaring the pigeons

The use of scaring tactics through various visual and noise making devices was common in past, but now their practice has become scarce. For this purpose plastic snakes and owls or other big birds were kept in the crops. Canons were used sometimes to make explosions and frighten birds. The reason of unsuccessful reputation of these tactics is that, pigeons and other birds become familiar with these and with the passage of time they do not get scared of these things.

  1. Electrified devices

Electrified devices give a light dose of voltage to pigeons, making them annoyed and disturbed at once and they leave their place immediately. These devices sometimes include spikes and different sort of wires as well.

 

Chemical sprays and repellents are also used at small fruits and crops which temporarily change the smell and taste of grains or fruits and prevent pigeons from taking those. Methyl Anthranilate, Methiocarb and Mesuorol are the registered and commonly used chemicals for this purpose. These chemicals are somehow not considered good for human health as well.

  1. Lethal techniques

These techniques are adapted rarely for pigeon control. These include getting rid of pigeons and birds through shooting and killing. Legal procedure is also involved to take permission for such activities.

  1. Placing dead pigeons

Placing dead pigeons at places where pigeon control is necessary can also be useful. According to a study, birds also do funerals in their own way. They warn and alert other birds about nearby dangers.

 

Bird network sample
The hail network is one of many methods to protect crops.

Apart from these techniques, crops are guarded and grown through high-wires and nets. Even some of the agricultural crops such as tomato and cucumber are known as high wired crops.  This high wire technique assures large production of crops and also save them from pigeons and other birds. However it changes the production pattern in many ways. A high wire crop also has high productivity and growth rate. Hail netting is a bit similar to it, and is one of the oldest and widely used methods for crops’ protection. Thunderstorms, hailing, heavy rain and other natural calamities cause fatal damage to crops. Hail netting includes nets which are usually thick in density and protected with woven, UV polyethylene, or canopy (non-stretchable) coating.

Birds eating fruits
The advantages of hail nets without their density is very thick and that they are protected with UV polyethylene.

Avoidance is Threat

Pigeon control is crucial also because these birds are messy creature. They carry injurious viruses with them. Presence of pigeons leads to the birth and growth of pests like ticks, lice and louses. Avoiding pigeon control can impair human life by causing many harmful diseases. One of such diseases is a sort of fungal infection known as Histoplasmosis. It is caused when human body inhales such virus with dust containing pigeon dropping. Another disease is Cryptococcosis which is rarely found, but individuals suffer from immune system infections due to this. In addition to these two, Psittacosis is another transferable infection. It is shifted from pigeons to other birds, such as parrots and also to the human beings.

The nest of pigeon is home to a number of bugs. When thrown somewhere or abandoned, these bugs spread all around. Wiping out the places that were host to pigeons with anti-bacterial sprays and chemicals can decrease the toxic effects of the presence of such bugs.

Pigeon Netting Is the Most Efficient Bird Deterrent

Assets in Urban and Rural Environment are Best Protected with Pigeon Netting.

Physical Barrier on Farms and Buildings

peaches fruits protected by bird net
The anti bird net method provides good protection to prevent birds from invading your home or your crops.

Agricultural crops and buildings in urban areas are under the constant threat of pigeons. Pigeon netting is an exclusion device we can often see in our surroundings. It is widely applicable by farmers in the protection of valuable assets, especially fruit crops. Netting serves as a physical barrier that can be combined with some other deterrents, for example, sound devices. Pigeon netting is also effective against wild birds. The extensive use in the urban environment has been conditioned by the fact that it is necessary to protect buildings, especially those of public interest, from persistent pigeons that can damage roofs or ruin the aesthetic quality of the facades. Balconies are especially endangered. Although gulls, sparrows, and some other species are efficiently repelled by netting, it is important to think of different gauges each species demands. Sometimes, it happens that several bird species roost on the buildings. The holes in the nylon bird netting need to be small enough to prevent birds from entering the restricted area. If such net is placed horizontally, the birds will not be able to lend on the net or to walk on it. However, some horizontal implementation will exclude all species from the area but small mesh size will not prevent pigeons from walking or landing on the net. This permanent problem does not have a universal solution.

Oriented and Extruded Plastic Netting

Agricultural sector deals with a lot of bird species. Pigeon netting varies in type and size according to targeted species and to the kind of crop and its surroundings. Basically, netting is made of plastic material (polyethylene or polypropylene), and it is divided into oriented and extruded type. In most cases, oriented netting has been implemented horizontally. It can stretch easily for its lightweight and tensile characteristics. Oriented netting is a good choice not only for crops but for ponds coverings as well. It protects from bird pests and debris. Extruded netting is known for its stable structure that is suitable for the vertical application. It can protect fruit trees from predators. A large variety of the pigeon netting application demands the variety of sizes.  A size of 7 mm for oriented netting is the most popular. Extruded netting can have diamond or square meshes. Plastic material the netting is made of is UV stabilized. That means, it is resistant to ultraviolet rays and it can serve well in bird proofing without changing its shape in summer. In accordance with the fact that knotless netting is more solid than the popular knotted type, it is nowadays preferred in bird proofing work.

bird net installed for provide protection against bird attack
The net is a very suitable option to take care of the attack of the birds.

Netting for Poultry Protection

Speaking about poultry netting, there are also various types available. The galvanized chicken wire has been considered as traditional, corrosion resistant net with a long lifespan. PVC coated chicken wire belongs to high-quality materials that are durable and UV resistant as well as stainless steel chicken wire that is stable in harsh surroundings. Some poultry fences have also been made of plastics and designed to protect the poultry and to provide safe rearing. Predators are always attracted to poultry, and one way to protect it is to close it in the area confined with oriented plastic netting. A small mesh size of such net will not allow predators to enter the pen or coop. Wire mesh is a metal article with the greatest applicability for the variety of everyday purposes. Steel, aluminum, copper, and brass are among most commonly used materials. Durability and efficiency are highly rated characteristics of quality netting. They are supposed to last for several years and to protect poultry with an equal reliability throughout the seasons. Weather conditions shouldn’t leave any trace on the high-quality netting. Sustainable poultry rearing demands highest standards as the only way to increase productivity and prevent losses.

Proper Installation and Adequate Maintenance

bird net installed on build ceiling
This net is very suitable and resistant to the exposure of UV rays.

In the process of its manufacturing, nylon pigeon netting undergoes so-called ‘heat set’. During this procedure, the net stretches under the steam for a significant period of time. The twine and the knots will gain the shape they are going to preserve until the end of its lifespan. Netting is available in different colors. It is important for the netting is supposed to fit the color of the building it protects. Looking from the outside, it is discreet and almost invisible if installed and maintained in accordance with the instruction. On farms, the color is not of such a great importance. What is important in both cases is that pigeon netting will resist even the heaviest weather conditions. Chemicals, water, and UV rays should not represent any issue, and farmers can point their attention to other aspects of growing plants. Proper installation and adequate maintenance guarantee the lasting quality service of the product. In this case, it can last even for ten years. One has to keep in mind that the basic installation is similar but different kinds of crops may demand some specifics. Although bird pest protection is the main purpose of netting, it plays a role in animal and insect control as well.

bird net intalled on cropfield for protection
An advantage of the net is that it does not cause damage to crops.

It is important to emphasize a difference between the installation of pigeon netting in urban and in rural environments. The targeted species should be defined at the beginning since a lot depends on the correct choice of the gauge. Color is important for building, and the application of netting should by no means affect the overall appearance. Quality nets will protect vertical and horizontal surfaces but sloping roofs are not excluded. As the netting serves as a physical barrier, its main goal is to completely deter birds from the confined area without violating the legislation. If the installation has been carried out in accordance with highest standards, the netting may last for a decade.

Simple Means of Pigeon Control

Fight Pigeon Menace with these Simple Pigeon Control Ideas

While pigeons are no doubt a symbol of peace and we love watching them in our leisure time, they can actually prove to be a nightmare owing to the dirt and mess that they create in the balconies and open space. Hence, people are bound to look for means of pigeon control to avert the mess and inconvenience caused by these beautiful winged otherwise harmless beings.

birds flock
The pigeon are a great bird, however can cause many dirt in our houses.

Amongst a lot of bird control problems the primary culprit is the feral pigeon. Pigeons are however not a native to the US as it is believed to be. They are in fact descendants of domesticated pigeons which were eventually released in the wild. Nowadays, you find pigeons in almost every city across the country/globe.

Like sparrows and starlings, pigeons are also drawn to places which have food and shelter to offer them. They prefer to reside in places which serve as a secure place for them to hide such as ledges, letters in a building sign, AC units, and below awnings. Pigeons have a varied diet which makes urban dwelling especially attractive to them.

A Couple of Pigeon Facts

bird net installed like protection method to plants
With the use of the pigeon net you can get a pigeons control avoiding all mess that them can cause.

The physical structure of the pigeons makes it easy for them to be able to perch on ledges and pipes or even walking on flat surfaces. Pigeons are not migratory by nature. They have a natural instinct to remain at the place of their birth. This trait of theirs adds to their determined personality especially when it comes to them roosting at a specific site. What this means is that once a pigeon has found itself a home, then it becomes practically quite challenging to get rid of it. However, this does not mean that pigeon control is not feasible. We shall discuss how to accomplish this later in the article below.

Understanding the Damage Caused by Pigeons

As discussed above, feral pigeons are considered to be the number one amongst urban pest bird, owing to the mess and damage they create wherever they roost. Hence pigeon control becomes increasingly important as they can create havoc within a short span of time. The uric acid found in pigeon feces is corrosive by nature. It can lead to extensive damage to substrates and metals it sits upon for long time periods.

pigeon net installed on cropfiled
The net avoid the prescence of the pigeons in your, houses, buildings, etc.

The debris gathered from flocks of pigeons often pile up backing up the drains and gutters which may lead to roof damage and also cause flooding. Pigeon eggs and even their nesting materials may lead to damaged roofs, AC units, ledges, and filters. The debris and droppings of pigeons apart from being unhealthy, also present a slippery problem on pathways and sidewalks. The bacteria, ectoparasites, and fungal agents that are present in pigeon droppings are in fact responsible for various diseases such as encephalitis, histoplasmosis, meningitis, salmonella, toxoplasmosis etc.

Pigeons are quite capable of spreading disease via their feces and can thus prove to be harmful for adults and children alike. The droppings of pigeon also contain fungus and bacteria which may lead to serious lung disorders which may be fatal. Apart from spreading diseases, they can be quite noisy at times. It is in fact a major problem to keep cleaning their feces every day. Sometimes even the helpers and house maids refuse to clean the mess. So you need to shelve extra time out of your hectic schedule to clean their mess. Residents who stay in tall towers and even the tall office buildings especially face this pigeon menace. Your plants in the balcony are also damaged by them. Hence, pigeon control is a must.

Simple Means of Pigeon Control

bird netting installed on ceiling
The use of the bird netting is the best method for protection of your crops against the pigeons attack.

Using bird netting, especially pigeon protection net is one of the best methods of getting rid of your unwanted guest from your window ledge or your balcony. The installation of pigeon netting is quite easy and affordable. You can either do it yourself or take professional support for installation.

You can install spikes or pigeon protection depending on your requirement. This will aid in pigeon control by preventing them from landing on your property. These nets are usually made from heavy duty and durable material. They are cost effective and you don’t have to worry about re-installing them every other year.

Professional pigeon netting installation prevents not only their entry, but also that of other birds in your area. Pigeon control is flexible and low maintenance. While selecting pigeon netting you must wisely select the size of mesh, else it may end up blocking the small colorful birds that visit your balcony or terrace.

bird net used for provide protection to fruit
Using the bird net you protect your harvest and their fruits.

You can make bird spikes at home with the help of CD covers, hard wire mesh or straws. It is quite cost effective. The spikes block the area and hence the pigeons do not find the place proper to perch upon or sit. Installing pigeon netting is a great way to deal with the pigeon menace, as it restricts their entry and allows you to peacefully enjoy your own space.

The bird netting and pigeon netting that are used in the agricultural sector are different in terms of the type and size. They are dependent on the species of pigeons and the type of crop that needs to be protected. There are mainly two different types of bird and pigeon netting available – Extruded netting and Oriented netting. Both these types of netting are made out of polypropylene or polyethylene. The extruded plastic netting offers a stable net structure with consistently sized holes while the oriented netting is stretched in a controlled manner to produce a lightweight and tensile bird net that is used for horizontal application. You can use extruded netting for vertical application such as walls for pens, physical barriers for crops, predator control or. Both these types of bird netting are available in a wide range of sizes.

If you wish to get rid of pigeons, you should make nesting areas and roosting inhospitable for them. For proper pigeon control, you should fill in access to slope resting areas, voids, and prevent their landing using devices. Avoid keeping food and still water out of reach of pigeons. In commercial settings, avoid feeding pigeons.