US20040194423A1 - Pigeon control method - Google Patents
Pigeon control method Download PDFInfo
- Publication number
- US20040194423A1 US20040194423A1 US10/625,282 US62528203A US2004194423A1 US 20040194423 A1 US20040194423 A1 US 20040194423A1 US 62528203 A US62528203 A US 62528203A US 2004194423 A1 US2004194423 A1 US 2004194423A1
- Authority
- US
- United States
- Prior art keywords
- slide
- roosting
- pigeon
- nesting
- birds
- Prior art date
- Legal status (The legal status is an assumption and is not a legal conclusion. Google has not performed a legal analysis and makes no representation as to the accuracy of the status listed.)
- Abandoned
Links
- 238000000034 method Methods 0.000 title claims abstract description 20
- 241000272201 Columbiformes Species 0.000 title abstract description 37
- 239000000463 material Substances 0.000 claims description 12
- 239000011324 bead Substances 0.000 claims description 5
- 238000004873 anchoring Methods 0.000 claims description 4
- 239000013464 silicone adhesive Substances 0.000 claims 2
- 241000271566 Aves Species 0.000 abstract description 20
- 235000013601 eggs Nutrition 0.000 description 6
- 239000002184 metal Substances 0.000 description 4
- 229910052751 metal Inorganic materials 0.000 description 4
- 230000000007 visual effect Effects 0.000 description 4
- 238000013459 approach Methods 0.000 description 3
- 229920001296 polysiloxane Polymers 0.000 description 3
- 241000269799 Perca fluviatilis Species 0.000 description 2
- 239000000853 adhesive Substances 0.000 description 2
- 230000001070 adhesive effect Effects 0.000 description 2
- 239000002131 composite material Substances 0.000 description 2
- 230000007613 environmental effect Effects 0.000 description 2
- 210000003608 fece Anatomy 0.000 description 2
- 239000000843 powder Substances 0.000 description 2
- HUPNQNOWXCVQSW-UHFFFAOYSA-N 2h-pyran-4-carboxamide Chemical compound NC(=O)C1=CCOC=C1 HUPNQNOWXCVQSW-UHFFFAOYSA-N 0.000 description 1
- 241001137251 Corvidae Species 0.000 description 1
- 208000028804 PERCHING syndrome Diseases 0.000 description 1
- 241000287127 Passeridae Species 0.000 description 1
- 241000287182 Sturnidae Species 0.000 description 1
- 239000004809 Teflon Substances 0.000 description 1
- 229920006362 Teflon® Polymers 0.000 description 1
- LEHOTFFKMJEONL-UHFFFAOYSA-N Uric Acid Chemical compound N1C(=O)NC(=O)C2=C1NC(=O)N2 LEHOTFFKMJEONL-UHFFFAOYSA-N 0.000 description 1
- TVWHNULVHGKJHS-UHFFFAOYSA-N Uric acid Natural products N1C(=O)NC(=O)C2NC(=O)NC21 TVWHNULVHGKJHS-UHFFFAOYSA-N 0.000 description 1
- 241000607479 Yersinia pestis Species 0.000 description 1
- 229910052782 aluminium Inorganic materials 0.000 description 1
- XAGFODPZIPBFFR-UHFFFAOYSA-N aluminium Chemical compound [Al] XAGFODPZIPBFFR-UHFFFAOYSA-N 0.000 description 1
- 239000010426 asphalt Substances 0.000 description 1
- 239000004927 clay Substances 0.000 description 1
- 239000011248 coating agent Substances 0.000 description 1
- 238000000576 coating method Methods 0.000 description 1
- 238000004891 communication Methods 0.000 description 1
- 201000010099 disease Diseases 0.000 description 1
- 208000037265 diseases, disorders, signs and symptoms Diseases 0.000 description 1
- 210000003746 feather Anatomy 0.000 description 1
- 230000002550 fecal effect Effects 0.000 description 1
- 239000011152 fibreglass Substances 0.000 description 1
- 244000144992 flock Species 0.000 description 1
- 229920002313 fluoropolymer Polymers 0.000 description 1
- 239000004811 fluoropolymer Substances 0.000 description 1
- 239000011521 glass Substances 0.000 description 1
- 230000005484 gravity Effects 0.000 description 1
- 230000002452 interceptive effect Effects 0.000 description 1
- 239000000203 mixture Substances 0.000 description 1
- 239000010813 municipal solid waste Substances 0.000 description 1
- 230000017448 oviposition Effects 0.000 description 1
- 239000003973 paint Substances 0.000 description 1
- 239000004033 plastic Substances 0.000 description 1
- 239000002574 poison Substances 0.000 description 1
- 231100000614 poison Toxicity 0.000 description 1
- 230000001681 protective effect Effects 0.000 description 1
- 238000010186 staining Methods 0.000 description 1
- 239000000126 substance Substances 0.000 description 1
- 239000010875 treated wood Substances 0.000 description 1
- 229940116269 uric acid Drugs 0.000 description 1
- 238000011179 visual inspection Methods 0.000 description 1
- 239000002699 waste material Substances 0.000 description 1
Images
Classifications
-
- A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
- A01—AGRICULTURE; FORESTRY; ANIMAL HUSBANDRY; HUNTING; TRAPPING; FISHING
- A01M—CATCHING, TRAPPING OR SCARING OF ANIMALS; APPARATUS FOR THE DESTRUCTION OF NOXIOUS ANIMALS OR NOXIOUS PLANTS
- A01M29/00—Scaring or repelling devices, e.g. bird-scaring apparatus
- A01M29/30—Scaring or repelling devices, e.g. bird-scaring apparatus preventing or obstructing access or passage, e.g. by means of barriers, spikes, cords, obstacles or sprinkled water
- A01M29/32—Scaring or repelling devices, e.g. bird-scaring apparatus preventing or obstructing access or passage, e.g. by means of barriers, spikes, cords, obstacles or sprinkled water specially adapted for birds, e.g. spikes
-
- E—FIXED CONSTRUCTIONS
- E04—BUILDING
- E04D—ROOF COVERINGS; SKY-LIGHTS; GUTTERS; ROOF-WORKING TOOLS
- E04D13/00—Special arrangements or devices in connection with roof coverings; Protection against birds; Roof drainage ; Sky-lights
- E04D13/004—Protection against birds, mice or the like
Definitions
- This invention relates to the field of pest control, and more particularly to discouraging or preventing of the roosting or nesting of birds on structures.
- roosting deterrents Many types have been tried, with varying levels of success.
- One approach is to attach a base strip with projecting spikes to the structure's horizontal surfaces such as cornices, decorative walls, or overhangs.
- the spikes may be vertical or angled, and have a variety of shapes, with the objective of poking the birds or leaving the birds insufficient space to perch or roost on the surface. While sometimes effective, these devices may be unsightly, looking like dozens of antennae sticking up everywhere on the structure. They are also not suited to broad horizontal surfaces because the visual effect would be a forest of spikes. In addition, birds often anchor nesting material in these devices.
- the objective of the present invention is to provide a way to discourage birds, and particularly pigeons, from roosting or nesting on structures in a way that is effective but without detracting from the visual aesthetics of the structure.
- the inventive method comprises the steps of identifying the locations conducive to nesting or roosting and applying a pigeon slide at those locations so that the birds may not comfortably roost, affix twigs for a nest, or deposit eggs in a stable setting.
- FIG. 1 is a depiction of a portion of a residential structure showing locations identifiable as roosting or nesting zones.
- FIG. 2 is a depiction of the same location after application of the inventive method.
- FIG. 3 shows a pole with a conical pigeon slide applied.
- FIG. 4 a shows an inverted triangle pigeon slide structure.
- FIG. 4 b is a cross section of the slide structure in FIG. 4 a.
- FIG. 5 is a pigeon slide sheet for application over one or more S-shaped roof tiles.
- FIG. 6 is a pigeon slide sheet for application over a flat roof tile.
- FIG. 7 is a depiction of the application of the inventive method to apply pigeon slide sheets to a portion of a roof near a chimney.
- FIG. 8 is a depiction of a pigeon slide sheet used as a bridge over missing tile.
- Pigeons can be discouraged or prevented from roosting on structures by eliminating horizontal surfaces that allow the birds to stand comfortably. Ledges, overhangs, cornices, beam extensions, projections, dormers, parapets, chimneys, pop-outs and other architectural features, as well as mechanical equipment cabinets and rooftop storage areas are all potential candidates for roosting spots.
- Pigeons can be discouraged from building nests by eliminating anchor points to which the birds can attach twigs and waste materials from a stable platform for their eggs. Examples of such anchor points are valleys where roof slopes meet, broken or improperly fit tiles, internal corners, protruding elements (including spikes or nets meant to deter roosting), chimney stops, mechanical equipment stops, or breaks in the run of roofing tiles. Finally, pigeons may lay eggs directly on any protected horizontal flat areas from which eggs will not roll, and such locations must be modified to make them unsuitable.
- a pigeon slide is a sheet of material having a slick outer surface and mounted at an angle so that a pigeon slides downward under the force of gravity and cannot stand still on the surface without effort.
- the pigeon slide may be constructed of any material strong enough to bear the weight of a pigeon and durable enough to stand up to the local environmental conditions. In certain applications described below, the sheet should be flexible enough to follow the contour of the structure, while in other applications rigidity is desirable.
- Appropriate materials of pigeon slide sheeting include aluminum, sheet metal, treated wood, plastic, glass, fiberglass, tile or composites.
- the outer surface may be powder coating, non-stick paint, a fluoropolymer such as that is sold under the brand name “Teflon,” polished metal, a weatherproof oiled composite, or any other composition that produces a slick surface.
- the pigeon slide may be painted or otherwise colored to match the color of the surface on which it is installed.
- the first step in the inventive method is assessing the structure to identify roosting zones, which are potential roosting or perching locations and nesting zones, which are potential nesting or egg-laying locations.
- roosting zones which are potential roosting or perching locations
- nesting zones which are potential nesting or egg-laying locations.
- FIGS. 1 and 2 illustrate a portion of a structure treated according to the inventive method.
- the structure has five roosting or nesting zones, labeled 101 through 105 . Each zone is a horizontal surface sufficiently large for a bird to perch.
- pigeon slides 111 through 115 have been affixed to the roosting zones.
- Pigeon slide 111 is shaped as a pyramid;
- pigeon slide 112 is shaped as a 3 ⁇ 4 pyramid;
- pigeon slide 113 is a half-pyramid and pigeon slides 114 and 115 are inverted V shapes similar to FIG. 4.
- each slide When affixed to the structure with a weatherproof adhesive, each slide caps a roosting or nesting zone and transforms it into a slippery, multi-sloped surface on which the birds cannot rest.
- the size, color and shape of the slide to be applied are selected to eliminate space for roosting and to avoid interfering with the aesthetics of the structure.
- FIG. 3 depicts a conical pigeon slide 121 , which has been used successfully where the roosting zone is the top of a power pole 122 or communication tower.
- the shape eliminates the horizontal platform and enhances the visual image of the structure.
- FIGS. 4 a and 4 b show a form used successfully as a cap on flat tiles. Sides 125 and 126 are of roughly equal length, and the ends 127 and 128 are folded under to provide mounting support; extremities 129 and 130 may optionally be closed.
- FIG. 5 depicts an “S” tile cover for a standard variety of clay roofing tiles. The slides material follows the contours of the roofing tile, making the surface slippery, while the slope of the underlying roof causes an alighted bird to slide downward. This form is often the length of several roofing tiles.
- FIG. 6 depicts a form of attachment to a standard flat roofing tile.
- the bend 131 on one end allows adhesive attachment to the exposed end of the tile.
- FIGS. 1 and 2 illustrate pigeon slides 114 and 115 placed to interfere with roosting zones that are also nesting zones.
- pigeon slide sheets are applied to impose a surface that impedes anchoring and causes twigs and nest material to slide away. These sheets would also cause an egg to roll so that a bird that might lay eggs in an available flat location would be deterred.
- the pigeon slide sheets are affixed to the tiles and other roofing materials, and mounted so as to provide a sloping surface that also covers anchor points.
- a silicone bead around the periphery of the slide sheet is used so that birds cannot insert anchor twigs between the slide sheet and the underlying tile.
- FIG. 7 is an example of the sheet embodiment of pigeon slides.
- the tiles stopped short of the chimney protrusion, leaving a zone of asphalt roof surrounded by tiles, providing many potential anchor points for nesting.
- Pigeon slide sheets 151 , 152 , 153 , 154 and 155 made of sheet metal with a powder coated slick side, were applied to cover the open area, with the natural slope of the roofline supplying the slant that makes the treated location unsuitable for nesting.
- Cut tabs 156 are bent downward to inhibit nest anchoring under the slide itself.
- Beads of silicone 160 are applied at overlaps and where the slide meets the native tile, again to prevent anchoring by slipping twigs underneath the slide material.
- FIG. 8 shows a small pigeon slide 171 used as a bridge or patch over a gap left in the roof tile system. Silicone bead 172 seals the edge so an anchor point is not available.
Landscapes
- Life Sciences & Earth Sciences (AREA)
- Birds (AREA)
- Engineering & Computer Science (AREA)
- Insects & Arthropods (AREA)
- Pest Control & Pesticides (AREA)
- Wood Science & Technology (AREA)
- Zoology (AREA)
- Environmental Sciences (AREA)
- Architecture (AREA)
- Civil Engineering (AREA)
- Structural Engineering (AREA)
- Catching Or Destruction (AREA)
Abstract
A method for controlling or discouraging the roosting and nesting of birds such as pigeons on structures is disclosed. Roosting zones and nesting zones on the structure are identified and covered by a slide with a slick outer surface attached to produce a sloped face. The slide may be a polyhedron that caps a horizontal surface or a sheet that follows a natural slope in the structure.
Description
- This application claims the benefit of U.S. Provisional Application No. 60/397,770 filed Jul. 23, 2002.
- This invention relates to the field of pest control, and more particularly to discouraging or preventing of the roosting or nesting of birds on structures.
- In many urbanized areas, larger numbers of birds tend to roost on structures, thereby creating an annoyance, visual defacement from droppings, and the spread of disease. Crows, sparrows, starlings and especially pigeons are primary culprits. For environmental, aesthetic and humanitarian reasons, use of poisons or other methods to kill birds is undesirable. Trapping and relocating the birds is expensive and labor-intensive, and is often a losing battle as local flocks grow in number. Consequently, efforts have been directed toward passive devices that discourage roosting.
- Many types of roosting deterrents have been tried, with varying levels of success. One approach is to attach a base strip with projecting spikes to the structure's horizontal surfaces such as cornices, decorative walls, or overhangs. The spikes may be vertical or angled, and have a variety of shapes, with the objective of poking the birds or leaving the birds insufficient space to perch or roost on the surface. While sometimes effective, these devices may be unsightly, looking like dozens of antennae sticking up everywhere on the structure. They are also not suited to broad horizontal surfaces because the visual effect would be a forest of spikes. In addition, birds often anchor nesting material in these devices.
- Another approach has been to string one or more wires a few inches above surfaces where birds might roost, leaving insufficient room for the birds to stand. Effectiveness is limited to narrow surfaces and the devices are not visually attractive; if the birds have no other place to roost, they are capable of standing on the wires. Yet other approaches have included applying sticky substances to surfaces, using magnets, using electrified metal strips and attaching reflective materials or objects that are believed to frighten the birds. All of them have met limited success, with birds generally adapting to the device within a week.
- The objective of the present invention is to provide a way to discourage birds, and particularly pigeons, from roosting or nesting on structures in a way that is effective but without detracting from the visual aesthetics of the structure.
- The inventive method comprises the steps of identifying the locations conducive to nesting or roosting and applying a pigeon slide at those locations so that the birds may not comfortably roost, affix twigs for a nest, or deposit eggs in a stable setting.
- FIG. 1 is a depiction of a portion of a residential structure showing locations identifiable as roosting or nesting zones.
- FIG. 2 is a depiction of the same location after application of the inventive method.
- FIG. 3 shows a pole with a conical pigeon slide applied.
- FIG. 4a shows an inverted triangle pigeon slide structure.
- FIG. 4b is a cross section of the slide structure in FIG. 4a.
- FIG. 5 is a pigeon slide sheet for application over one or more S-shaped roof tiles.
- FIG. 6 is a pigeon slide sheet for application over a flat roof tile.
- FIG. 7 is a depiction of the application of the inventive method to apply pigeon slide sheets to a portion of a roof near a chimney.
- FIG. 8 is a depiction of a pigeon slide sheet used as a bridge over missing tile.
- Pigeons can be discouraged or prevented from roosting on structures by eliminating horizontal surfaces that allow the birds to stand comfortably. Ledges, overhangs, cornices, beam extensions, projections, dormers, parapets, chimneys, pop-outs and other architectural features, as well as mechanical equipment cabinets and rooftop storage areas are all potential candidates for roosting spots.
- Pigeons can be discouraged from building nests by eliminating anchor points to which the birds can attach twigs and waste materials from a stable platform for their eggs. Examples of such anchor points are valleys where roof slopes meet, broken or improperly fit tiles, internal corners, protruding elements (including spikes or nets meant to deter roosting), chimney stops, mechanical equipment stops, or breaks in the run of roofing tiles. Finally, pigeons may lay eggs directly on any protected horizontal flat areas from which eggs will not roll, and such locations must be modified to make them unsuitable.
- The inventive method to deal with these problems involves proper application of pigeon slides to the specific structural feature. A pigeon slide is a sheet of material having a slick outer surface and mounted at an angle so that a pigeon slides downward under the force of gravity and cannot stand still on the surface without effort. The pigeon slide may be constructed of any material strong enough to bear the weight of a pigeon and durable enough to stand up to the local environmental conditions. In certain applications described below, the sheet should be flexible enough to follow the contour of the structure, while in other applications rigidity is desirable.
- Appropriate materials of pigeon slide sheeting include aluminum, sheet metal, treated wood, plastic, glass, fiberglass, tile or composites. The outer surface may be powder coating, non-stick paint, a fluoropolymer such as that is sold under the brand name “Teflon,” polished metal, a weatherproof oiled composite, or any other composition that produces a slick surface. If desired, the pigeon slide may be painted or otherwise colored to match the color of the surface on which it is installed.
- The first step in the inventive method is assessing the structure to identify roosting zones, which are potential roosting or perching locations and nesting zones, which are potential nesting or egg-laying locations. For a structure that has been in existence for some time, an observation of the actual presence of roosting or nesting birds, as well as evidence of nesting materials, uric acid staining, fecal droppings or feathers, will help pinpoint nesting and roosting zones. Identification of potential nesting and roosting zones may be accomplished by visual inspection for horizontal surfaces of sufficient size.
- The next step is to apply pigeon slides to the roosting zones. FIGS. 1 and 2 illustrate a portion of a structure treated according to the inventive method. The structure has five roosting or nesting zones, labeled101 through 105. Each zone is a horizontal surface sufficiently large for a bird to perch. In FIG. 2,
pigeon slides 111 through 115 have been affixed to the roosting zones.Pigeon slide 111 is shaped as a pyramid;pigeon slide 112 is shaped as a ¾ pyramid;pigeon slide 113 is a half-pyramid andpigeon slides - While not meant to be limiting, other pigeon slide shapes have been employed in the inventive treatment method. FIG. 3 depicts a
conical pigeon slide 121, which has been used successfully where the roosting zone is the top of a power pole 122 or communication tower. The shape eliminates the horizontal platform and enhances the visual image of the structure. - FIGS. 4a and 4 b show a form used successfully as a cap on flat tiles.
Sides ends extremities 129 and 130 may optionally be closed. FIG. 5 depicts an “S” tile cover for a standard variety of clay roofing tiles. The slides material follows the contours of the roofing tile, making the surface slippery, while the slope of the underlying roof causes an alighted bird to slide downward. This form is often the length of several roofing tiles. - FIG. 6 depicts a form of attachment to a standard flat roofing tile. The
bend 131 on one end allows adhesive attachment to the exposed end of the tile. - Application of the method to discourage nesting is quite similar. The structure must be surveyed to identify nesting zones. It is generally known that pigeons will build nests in locations where they can anchor the twigs or miscellaneous trash for stability. Horizontal surfaces serving as roosting zones may also be used for nesting if they are over about4 inches wide. Often a location with a protective overhang is chosen, but sometimes the nest will be built in an exposed trough area, anchored to a broken tile, under peaking tiles or a loose fitting section of a roof valley, or near the flashing on the upslope side of a protruding structure.
- Nesting zones on horizontal protrusions around the structure may be treated in a manner similar to roosting zones. A pyramid, triangular or other appropriately-styled pigeon slide may preempt the nesting zone. FIGS. 1 and 2 illustrate pigeon slides114 and 115 placed to interfere with roosting zones that are also nesting zones.
- For larger nesting zones, pigeon slide sheets are applied to impose a surface that impedes anchoring and causes twigs and nest material to slide away. These sheets would also cause an egg to roll so that a bird that might lay eggs in an available flat location would be deterred. The pigeon slide sheets are affixed to the tiles and other roofing materials, and mounted so as to provide a sloping surface that also covers anchor points. A silicone bead around the periphery of the slide sheet is used so that birds cannot insert anchor twigs between the slide sheet and the underlying tile.
- FIG. 7 is an example of the sheet embodiment of pigeon slides. In a portion of a multi-sloped roof, the tiles stopped short of the chimney protrusion, leaving a zone of asphalt roof surrounded by tiles, providing many potential anchor points for nesting.
Pigeon slide sheets tabs 156 are bent downward to inhibit nest anchoring under the slide itself. Beads ofsilicone 160 are applied at overlaps and where the slide meets the native tile, again to prevent anchoring by slipping twigs underneath the slide material. - FIG. 8 shows a
small pigeon slide 171 used as a bridge or patch over a gap left in the roof tile system.Silicone bead 172 seals the edge so an anchor point is not available. - Although the present invention has been described with reference to certain preferred versions thereof, other versions are possible. For example, additional multi-angled shapes are useful to cap horizontal surfaces to prevent roosting and nesting. Therefore, the spirit and scope of the appended claims should not be limited to the description of the preferred versions contained herein.
Claims (9)
1. A method of discouraging the roosting or nesting of birds on structures comprising the steps of identifying roosting zones on the structure and applying thereto a slide comprising a sheet of material having a slick outer face and mounted to impose an angled surface that inhibits a bird's standing.
2. The method of claim 1 wherein the slide is formed as a peaked polyhedron with a plurality of exposed faces and is affixed to cap the roosting zone.
3. The method of claim 2 wherein the slide is formed as a prism.
4. The method of claim 2 wherein the slide is formed as a pyramid.
5. The method of claim 2 wherein the slide is formed as an inverted V.
6. The method of claim 2 wherein a bead of silicone adhesive is applied where the slide meets the roosting zone.
7. The method of claim 1 wherein the slide is formed as a cone and is affixed to cap the roosting zone.
8. The method of claim 1 wherein the slide comprises a sheet that follows a slope of the structure and covers the roosting zone.
9. The method of claim 8 wherein the slide has a periphery and a bead of silicone adhesive is applied along the periphery to prevent anchoring of nesting materials under the slide.
Priority Applications (1)
Application Number | Priority Date | Filing Date | Title |
---|---|---|---|
US10/625,282 US20040194423A1 (en) | 2002-07-23 | 2003-07-22 | Pigeon control method |
Applications Claiming Priority (2)
Application Number | Priority Date | Filing Date | Title |
---|---|---|---|
US39777002P | 2002-07-23 | 2002-07-23 | |
US10/625,282 US20040194423A1 (en) | 2002-07-23 | 2003-07-22 | Pigeon control method |
Publications (1)
Publication Number | Publication Date |
---|---|
US20040194423A1 true US20040194423A1 (en) | 2004-10-07 |
Family
ID=33100960
Family Applications (1)
Application Number | Title | Priority Date | Filing Date |
---|---|---|---|
US10/625,282 Abandoned US20040194423A1 (en) | 2002-07-23 | 2003-07-22 | Pigeon control method |
Country Status (1)
Country | Link |
---|---|
US (1) | US20040194423A1 (en) |
Cited By (12)
Publication number | Priority date | Publication date | Assignee | Title |
---|---|---|---|---|
US20060207195A1 (en) * | 2005-03-21 | 2006-09-21 | Bruce Donoho | Adjustable bird slope |
US7712263B1 (en) * | 2004-08-02 | 2010-05-11 | Randall Lippie | Bird repellant device |
ES2366245A1 (en) * | 2011-07-05 | 2011-10-18 | José Luis Martín Durán | Device preventing the nestification of flavors in fa¿ades. (Machine-translation by Google Translate, not legally binding) |
TWI408974B (en) * | 2010-01-04 | 2013-09-11 | Yung Ning Chao | Pigeon foot ring with hanging ring |
GB2517519A (en) * | 2013-08-24 | 2015-02-25 | David Cardwell | No nest a fixable device to deter seagulls and large birds from nesting on chimney pots |
GB2522069A (en) * | 2014-01-14 | 2015-07-15 | Jason Paul Hardy | Bird guard device |
US9394683B1 (en) * | 2014-06-03 | 2016-07-19 | Dennis Hammons | Bird deterrent device |
US9631368B1 (en) * | 2016-01-24 | 2017-04-25 | Bal Heo | Roofing end cap and method of use |
US20180010340A1 (en) * | 2016-07-08 | 2018-01-11 | Albert Linson | Pest Control System |
US10834915B1 (en) * | 2019-09-05 | 2020-11-17 | Paul Tamulewicz | Avian nesting deterrent |
US11191261B1 (en) | 2019-12-10 | 2021-12-07 | Charles Yates | Bird-nesting prevention device |
US11613893B1 (en) * | 2021-08-23 | 2023-03-28 | Steven M. Simpson | Bird deterrent system |
Citations (16)
Publication number | Priority date | Publication date | Assignee | Title |
---|---|---|---|---|
US224520A (en) * | 1880-02-10 | Self-adjusting anti-sparrow-rest | ||
US295847A (en) * | 1884-03-25 | Saddle-board | ||
US831699A (en) * | 1905-07-21 | 1906-09-25 | John Baumgartner | Concrete chimney-top. |
US2270537A (en) * | 1939-02-08 | 1942-01-20 | Ludington Charles Townsend | Building |
US3634984A (en) * | 1970-02-12 | 1972-01-18 | Martin J Murphy | Metal wall and coping construction with bird guard |
US4269008A (en) * | 1978-11-20 | 1981-05-26 | David Assouline | Device to keep birds from alighting on buildings |
US4404778A (en) * | 1981-04-14 | 1983-09-20 | Decol Co., Ltd. | Metal strip for preventing invasion |
US5141207A (en) * | 1990-06-27 | 1992-08-25 | Don Meglino | Chain link fence decorative tubing |
US5291707A (en) * | 1992-03-27 | 1994-03-08 | Mcdonald Dixie N | Bird protector for exhaust stack |
US5713160A (en) * | 1996-07-08 | 1998-02-03 | Heron; Harold G. | Retractable bird deterring device |
US5913780A (en) * | 1994-01-24 | 1999-06-22 | Goergen; Terrence John | Method and device for protection against roosting birds |
US5918404A (en) * | 1995-12-31 | 1999-07-06 | Ohba Building Maintenance Co., Ltd. | Apparatus for inhibitively preventing birds from gathering |
US6006698A (en) * | 1996-12-11 | 1999-12-28 | Societe Ecopic Line S.A.R.L. | Electrical device for repelling birds |
US6360504B1 (en) * | 2000-04-06 | 2002-03-26 | W. P. Hickman Company | Coping assembly for building roof |
US20020073633A1 (en) * | 2000-12-18 | 2002-06-20 | Schlichting Michael J. | Anti-perching device for post frame buildings |
US6546676B2 (en) * | 2000-01-22 | 2003-04-15 | Bernd Wiesener | Deflection device for birds, and for pigeons in particular |
-
2003
- 2003-07-22 US US10/625,282 patent/US20040194423A1/en not_active Abandoned
Patent Citations (16)
Publication number | Priority date | Publication date | Assignee | Title |
---|---|---|---|---|
US224520A (en) * | 1880-02-10 | Self-adjusting anti-sparrow-rest | ||
US295847A (en) * | 1884-03-25 | Saddle-board | ||
US831699A (en) * | 1905-07-21 | 1906-09-25 | John Baumgartner | Concrete chimney-top. |
US2270537A (en) * | 1939-02-08 | 1942-01-20 | Ludington Charles Townsend | Building |
US3634984A (en) * | 1970-02-12 | 1972-01-18 | Martin J Murphy | Metal wall and coping construction with bird guard |
US4269008A (en) * | 1978-11-20 | 1981-05-26 | David Assouline | Device to keep birds from alighting on buildings |
US4404778A (en) * | 1981-04-14 | 1983-09-20 | Decol Co., Ltd. | Metal strip for preventing invasion |
US5141207A (en) * | 1990-06-27 | 1992-08-25 | Don Meglino | Chain link fence decorative tubing |
US5291707A (en) * | 1992-03-27 | 1994-03-08 | Mcdonald Dixie N | Bird protector for exhaust stack |
US5913780A (en) * | 1994-01-24 | 1999-06-22 | Goergen; Terrence John | Method and device for protection against roosting birds |
US5918404A (en) * | 1995-12-31 | 1999-07-06 | Ohba Building Maintenance Co., Ltd. | Apparatus for inhibitively preventing birds from gathering |
US5713160A (en) * | 1996-07-08 | 1998-02-03 | Heron; Harold G. | Retractable bird deterring device |
US6006698A (en) * | 1996-12-11 | 1999-12-28 | Societe Ecopic Line S.A.R.L. | Electrical device for repelling birds |
US6546676B2 (en) * | 2000-01-22 | 2003-04-15 | Bernd Wiesener | Deflection device for birds, and for pigeons in particular |
US6360504B1 (en) * | 2000-04-06 | 2002-03-26 | W. P. Hickman Company | Coping assembly for building roof |
US20020073633A1 (en) * | 2000-12-18 | 2002-06-20 | Schlichting Michael J. | Anti-perching device for post frame buildings |
Cited By (19)
Publication number | Priority date | Publication date | Assignee | Title |
---|---|---|---|---|
US7712263B1 (en) * | 2004-08-02 | 2010-05-11 | Randall Lippie | Bird repellant device |
US7937896B1 (en) * | 2004-08-02 | 2011-05-10 | Lippie Randall C | Bird repellant device |
US20110209419A1 (en) * | 2004-08-02 | 2011-09-01 | Ultimate Bird Control, Llc | Bird repellant device |
US9185900B2 (en) | 2005-03-21 | 2015-11-17 | Bird-B-Gone, Inc. | Adjustable bird slope |
US20060207195A1 (en) * | 2005-03-21 | 2006-09-21 | Bruce Donoho | Adjustable bird slope |
US8640397B2 (en) | 2005-03-21 | 2014-02-04 | Bird-B-Gone, Inc. | Adjustable bird slope |
US8689497B2 (en) | 2005-03-21 | 2014-04-08 | Bird-B-Gone, Inc. | Adjustable bird slope |
US8925256B2 (en) | 2005-03-21 | 2015-01-06 | Bird-B-Gone, Inc. | Adjustable bird slope |
TWI408974B (en) * | 2010-01-04 | 2013-09-11 | Yung Ning Chao | Pigeon foot ring with hanging ring |
ES2366245A1 (en) * | 2011-07-05 | 2011-10-18 | José Luis Martín Durán | Device preventing the nestification of flavors in fa¿ades. (Machine-translation by Google Translate, not legally binding) |
GB2517519A (en) * | 2013-08-24 | 2015-02-25 | David Cardwell | No nest a fixable device to deter seagulls and large birds from nesting on chimney pots |
GB2522069A (en) * | 2014-01-14 | 2015-07-15 | Jason Paul Hardy | Bird guard device |
GB2522069B (en) * | 2014-01-14 | 2020-01-08 | Paul Hardy Jason | Bird guard device |
US9394683B1 (en) * | 2014-06-03 | 2016-07-19 | Dennis Hammons | Bird deterrent device |
US9631368B1 (en) * | 2016-01-24 | 2017-04-25 | Bal Heo | Roofing end cap and method of use |
US20180010340A1 (en) * | 2016-07-08 | 2018-01-11 | Albert Linson | Pest Control System |
US10834915B1 (en) * | 2019-09-05 | 2020-11-17 | Paul Tamulewicz | Avian nesting deterrent |
US11191261B1 (en) | 2019-12-10 | 2021-12-07 | Charles Yates | Bird-nesting prevention device |
US11613893B1 (en) * | 2021-08-23 | 2023-03-28 | Steven M. Simpson | Bird deterrent system |
Similar Documents
Publication | Publication Date | Title |
---|---|---|
US20040194423A1 (en) | Pigeon control method | |
US5303523A (en) | Pest preventer for location on a structural foundation support or a structure supporting a food source | |
CA2029779C (en) | Method and apparatus for preventing termites, crawling insects or other crawling pests from entering residential structures, commercial structures and industrial structures | |
US9631368B1 (en) | Roofing end cap and method of use | |
US6371054B1 (en) | System and method for inhibiting creatures from entering defined regions | |
US20190059357A1 (en) | Method and apparatus for bird control | |
Curtis et al. | Overview of techniques for reducing bird predation at aquaculture facilities | |
GB2260252A (en) | Animal deterring apparatus | |
GB2604647A (en) | Improvements in or relating to a colonial-seabird nesting and feeding structure | |
US20180251983A1 (en) | Bird cap | |
Gorenzel et al. | The cliff swallow--biology and control | |
JPH08298914A (en) | Tool for keeping off animals | |
Gingrich et al. | Pest birds: Biology and management at food processing facilities | |
Bivings IV | Control Methods for Objectional Roosts of Purple Martins | |
JP3122735U (en) | Small animal repellent | |
Andelt et al. | Preventing Woodpecker Damage | |
Barnes et al. | Managing urban pest bird problems in Kentucky | |
Tate | Bird nesting and droppings control on highway structures. | |
Marsh | Woodpeckers | |
Kyle | Chimney swift towers: New habitat for America's mysterious birds | |
JP2017086037A (en) | Small animal repellent tool | |
Swallows | Best Management Practices for Excluding Barn Swallows and Chimney Swifts from Buildings and Structures | |
Gorenzel et al. | Swallows | |
Shoaf | PCO CLINIC | |
Braband | Beasts Begone! Handling Wildlife Problems in Buildings |
Legal Events
Date | Code | Title | Description |
---|---|---|---|
STCB | Information on status: application discontinuation |
Free format text: ABANDONED -- FAILURE TO RESPOND TO AN OFFICE ACTION |