4 The Birds - Bird Repellent Liquid - Questions & Answers

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  • Asked by Kell from Ohio
    05/03/2012
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    What is the difference between 4 the Birds Gel versus the spray?
    How long are these products supposed to last before reapplying. Can the birds get stuck in the gel and die? I can spray evergreen bushes later in the Spring?
    A
    The 4 the birds product, liquid or gel, does not kill the birds.  It makes the surface that birds like to land on sticky, or tacky, and birds do not like their feet on something sticky.  It merely deters them from landing and "hanging out" on surfaces that you apply it to.  The product is made in a liquid that turns tacky once it has time to set and dry, or in a caulk tube in a gel form.  Pest control professionals usually have a preference on how they would like to apply it.  It is made in both forms based on the preference of the applicator.  You can apply it to trees or bushes as long they are not in bloom or fruit bearing.
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  • Asked by Mary
    03/23/2010
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    Do you recommend anything for Woodpecker Control?
    We have real problems with wood peckers on the side of our house. Do you recommend anything for that? They continue to peck through the wood and pull out the insulation.
    A
    Since woodpeckers are a protected species and you can get fined for hurting or killing them, we do not carry any products labeled specifically for woodpeckers.  Most of the time woodpeckers are attacking your home because it is finding food under your siding, or insects.  Sometimes applying a liquid insecticide, like our Talstar product in the area where the bird is doing damage, will kill any pests behind the siding and therefore if there is no more food, the bird will go elsewhere.  The bird could also be targeting the area for nesting material since you stated it is pulling out insulation.  You can try other non-spraying methods by placing reflective tape in the area or a fake owl or other bird of prey to deter the woodpecker. 
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  • Asked by Darryl from San Antonio, Tx
    08/08/2012
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    Since 4 The Birds - Bird Repellent Liquidis tacky, does that mean that it attracts dirt?
    Since the product is tacky, does that mean that it attracts dirt? After the birds are done looking can you wash it off with water, or will it require more elbow grease and some form of cleaner. Is it safe on the paint, or have you had any issues with discoloration?
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    4 The Birds can attract dirt because it is so sticky. According to the 4 The Birds product label:

    Repellent can be removed from interior surfaces, such as metal
    beams, wood, laminates and painted surfaces, with "EATON'S"® Bird Repellent
    Remover or with mineral spirits. Repellent can be removed from sealed concrete, tile
    or stone surfaces by hosing with water if this is done within a very short time after the
    area was coated. Application equipment should be cleaned with "EATON'S"® Bird
    Repellent Remover or mineral spirits after each use.

     

    We have not had any reports of issues with painted surfaces, but we always recommend you test the product on a small inconspicuous area before treating the entire surface to test for staining or damage.

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  • Asked by Betty
    05/27/2018
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    Can 4 The Birds Repellent Liquid be sprayed on a cement porch where birds fly under the roof to eat cat food?
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    4 The Birds is only labeled for use on beams and areas that birds roost, as well as on bushes and trees. It is not for use on concrete porches or anywhere that a person or other animal would be walking or could otherwise come into contact with it. 

     

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  • Asked by Al from Muscat, Oman
    04/07/2016
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    Can we use 4 The Birds - Bird Repellent Liquid in power line 33KV??
    We have problem with birds sit on over head lines and stop our line please let me know as soon as you can
    A

    4 The Birds - Bird Repellent Liquid is only labeled to be applied on Trees, bushes and vines when used outside and would not be recommended to apply to power lines.

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  • Asked by Philip from Frederick, Md
    01/30/2014
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    Starlings?
    Do have any advice on getting roosting starlings to move away? They are nesting in my neighbors cypress bushes that along the property line of my
    A
    You can apply 4 The birds Repellent Liquid to trees that are not in bloom and not bearing fruit. You want to also make sure to use safflower seed if there are feeders in the area. Also, please remove any standing water in buckets, and/or bird baths.
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  • Asked by Dee from Tarrytown Ny
    10/25/2014
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    Liquid for birds? What sprayer do you sell? I want to spray trees and eaves of my house. Also, how many feet
    Also, how many feet does the sprayer reach?
    A
    We would recommend the Chapin Premier 1 Gallon Sprayer. This sprayer will spray up to 10 feet.
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  • Asked by Dianna from Harlingen, Tx
    09/23/2015
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    Can Bird Repellent Liquid be used in a high pressure sprayer?
    I need to spray tall trees
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    4 The Birds Liquid Bird Repellent should only be used in a hand or pressure sprayer which has a discharge pressure of more than 40 and less than 150 PSI.

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  • Asked by Charmaine from West Jordan, Ut
    12/15/2018
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    What are the exact ingredients of 4 The Birds-Bird Repellent Liquid and why don't you list them?
    A

    The active ingredient in 4 The Birds-Bird Repellent Liquid, polybutene, is listed on the product page on our website and product label. The inert ingredients of any product is considered a trade secret and not required to be disclosed by the manufacturer.

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  • Asked by Jacquie from Buffalo
    05/22/2019
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    Can I spray 4 The Birds Repellent Liquid on window covers of the house?
    Each window on our vinyl sided house has a window cover type thing on top that birds are nesting in. We remove nests and they come back. Will it damage house siding?
    A

    4 The Birds Bird Repellent Liquid should not be applied to the exterior surfaces of structures. You may consider using a Bird Scare Device around windows, or if there is a hard surface, then you may consider installing bird spikes or even Bird Optical Gel.

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  • Asked by J from Ny,ny
    10/07/2022
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    Can the 4 The Birds - Bird Repellent Liquid be used on stucco and how easily is it removed from the surface?
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    You could potentially use 4 The Birds - Bird Repellent Gel on stucco and other surfaces; however, keep in mind that this should be used on ledges, sills, roofs, and similar areas..

    The application surface needs to be completely cleaned of dust, dirt, droppings, and other loose debris before applying the 4 The Birds gel. Porous surfaces should be sealed prior to treatment using shellac or a white glue solution.

    You would use mineral spirits to remove old applications of 4 The Birds - Bird Repellent Gel.

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  • Asked by Jeff from Fl
    05/19/2021
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    How long will 4 The Birds - Bird Repellent Liquid last outdoors?
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    The residual time of the 4 The Birds - Bird Repellent Liquid will vary depending on weather elements, debris particles and the limb surfaces on plants, trees, bushes, etc. For larger birds such as starlings, more than one application may be necessary to create a thick enough layer for the repellent to be most effective. It is recommended that treatments to trees, bushes and vines be made in the fall or early spring when limbs are bare and easily accessible. Repeat treatments can be done as needed or when repellency has dimenished. 

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  • Asked by Shelley from White Lake
    02/22/2021
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    How safe is 4 The Birds - Bird Repellent Liquid for kids and pets?
    I need to spray arborvitaes that surround my in-ground pool.
    A

    4 The Birds - Bird Repellent Liquid is safe for children and pets as long as it is dry and used as directed.

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  • Asked by Sajid from Pakistan
    01/08/2021
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    Can I spray 4 The Birds - Bird Repellent Liquid directly on birds and birds nest?
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    4 The Birds - Bird Repellent Liquid should not be sprayed on birds or their nest. It is to be applied inside onto beams, girders, struts, supports, and other places where birds can sit and roost or outdoors on trees, bushes and vines. (Do not apply to the exterior of buildings or structures).

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  • Asked by Stu from Eau Claire, Wi
    08/26/2019
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    Small birds burrow into our Dryvit (stucco) walls. Will 4 The Birds - Bird Repellent Liquid product deter them?
    We have particular problems with our foam filled corner coin trim
    A

    4 The Birds - Bird Repellent Liquid  would be applied to where birds can sit and roost or outdoors on trees, bushes and vines. Do not apply to the exterior of buildings or structures.  You can try other bird deterrents such as scare devices or slides if a flat surface.

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  • Asked by Cevel from La
    06/14/2019
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    I have a problem with Canada geese. Will 4 The Birds keep them away?
    A

    4 The Birds Gel is used on railings and ledges to stop pigeons/other birds from roosting in those areas. It is not intended for geese.

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  • Asked by Erik from Las Vegas, Nevada
    03/27/2019
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    Is the 4 The Birds- Bird Repellent Liquid okay to put on a tile roof? Will it stain it?
    A

    We have not had any reports of issues with tile surfaces when using the 4 The Birds – Bird Repellent, but we always recommend you test the product on a small inconspicuous area before treating the entire surface to test for staining or damage.

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  • Asked by Jim
    01/19/2019
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    Will 4 The Birds repel beavers?
    When sprayed on a tree trunk will 4 The Birds deter beavers from chewing the tree?
    A

    4 The Birds - Bird Repellent Liquid would not repel beavers and is only labeled for use on the top sides of branches where birds would perch. You could instead try something like Nature's Defense Organic Animal Repellent Granules around the trees to repel beavers.

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