How to Get Rid of Woodpeckers

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Woodpeckers are attractive birds to observe, but pecking can damage your home and even cause insect infestations. Learning how to deter woodpeckers can save your siding—and protect the birds from harm.

As pretty as woodpeckers are when you see them in the wild, these noisy birds can cause major damage to trees and wooden structures on your property if they are left unattended. In fact, a study in Human-Wildlife Conflicts shows that of 1,185 houses surveyed in a New York town, 33 percent had property damage or noise disturbance caused by woodpeckers. The study also found that woodpeckers were more likely to damage grooved plywood siding than tongue-and-groove, board-and-batten, clapboard, or nonwood siding types.

You’re most likely to notice woodpeckers in the springtime, which is mating season. That’s when the medium-size birds are most active and noisy, drumming to attract mates and mark their territories. The hallmark pecking is a sign that the birds are nearby, and may well be the cause of any holes that you find in your trees—or your home.

Prevent woodpeckers from taking over your outdoor space with these tips for handling the winged troublemakers.

Project Overview

Working Time: 5 to 10 minutes

Total Time: 10 minutes

Skill Level: Beginner

Estimated Cost: $5 to $30