Nuisance birds can wreak havoc sometimes.

For some, that means keeping birds off their porch.

When birds enter a building or structure, they contaminate it with waste and bird mites.

Four juvenile common starlings taking a rest on the porch rail.

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Motion Activated Light

Flashes of bright light will deter nesting birds from an area.

Other methods to keep birds off the porch include decoys and predators.

Decoys

Have you ever seen those fake plastic owls?

Those arent a decor choicethose homeowners are trying to scare away nuisance birds.

When used correctly, these decoys can scare away pesky birds who are trying to roost on your porch.

If possible, consider moving bird attractions to alternate places in the yard.

Keep trees and bushes trimmed.