How do I keep birds from pooping on my porch rails?

• <div>When it comes to keeping birds from doing their business on your porch rails, you have several DIY options and home remedies you can try: <ul><li>Tie a fishing line from one end of the deck post to the other. Birds won’t be able to see the line across the railing, so they can’t land on it. </li><li>Hang wind chimes close by, which may scare birds away. </li><li>Apply a bird gel repellent to the railings, which contains smells that birds generally don’t like. Or, similarly, you can apply citronella or lemon oil around the railings, since birds don’t like strong smells.</li></ul></div>

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Last update on November 22, 2025

Reviewed in October 2024
This is to update my (one star) review of June, 2024... Opp sent a foreman by to look at the crack in my slab (due to a control joint that was missed during original installation.) He agreed that a section of slab (∿8'x12') should be replaced. Dustin and his crew did a fantastic job of removing...
Opp Concrete Inc
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Reviewed in November 2020
Due to poor work and missed deadlines we have been forced to spend money far exceeding the deposit paid to redo and repair the work that PM Service provided. Additionally, due to the lack of any type of dust, dirt, debris mitigation during demo and construction, the entire house will have to be...
Pro Man Services Co.
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Reviewed in April 2013
Bob the pest control man was on time, reasonably priced, extremely thorough and went out of his way to catch me up on some adding pest control procedures. I was very impressed with his enthusiasm towards his job.
Guardian Pest Control
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Reviewed in October 2012
We have had great service with them. They are a local company and the guy who performs their service lives down the street. He does a good job and even will arrive early sometimes, but will call if he before schedule. They are the only company we will call for our pest control needs.
Budget Pest Control
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Reviewed in June 2012
We had a huge 125 year old mulberry tree fell onto our house 3 weeks before closing on the sale of our home. The other half of the tree was still standing, and was above the garage. I called multiple tree companies and Abe's came out and explained step by step what they'd do and how fast they...
Abe's Lawn and Tree Service
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Reviewed in June 2012
Their maintenance and care of the property has deteriorated significantly since the time that I have been here. This year, they tried to go to a salt water swimming pool, but they can't get the chemical balance right so its only been open a few days, but most of the time its closed. I asked if...
The Aragon Apartments
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Reviewed in May 2011
We were extremely pleased. Jeff came a day after I called and gave me a bid, the work was started the very next day, and completed on schedule. The workers (Jeff and Dave) were there early each morning and did a fantastic job. Their dust control system worked fabulously and I would pay them...
Great American Flooring
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Reviewed in June 2008
He arrived right on time on the morning of the job. He began the task of drilling tiny holes in the floor of the basement, garage, sidewalk, and all around the house. This was made more difficult because he had to move everything away from the walls in the garage and pull the carpet back in the...
JIM MORGAN PEST CONTROL
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Bug Shockers provides general Pest Control and Rodent Control to the Wichita, KS, Derby, KS and Winfield, KS areas.

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With over 100 years in business, we are earning your trust. Founded in 1915, Plunkett’s Pest Control is a family-owned & operated company with third-generation ownership. Plunkett’s delivers professional pest control services to residential and commercial clients in 20 states and growing. Our entire staff is knowledgeable, trustworthy, resourceful, and passionate about preventing & solving pest concerns for our clients and safeguarding the communities we call home.

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On The Ball Inspections, LLC offers general home inspections. We due a detailed inspection of the property and go over our reported findings with the client to let them know any issues or safety hazards we found on the property. We inspect the grounds, exterior, roof, crawl space, basement, attic, heat and air systems, plumbing, electrical, and overall condition of interior.

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Bringing affordable back to pest control. Jensby Bug & Pest Control provides full service pest control company, specializing in residential, commercial and rental properties. We provide affordable general pest control, termite treatments, bed bug treatments.

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Lowest price guarantee! We offer one time services without contracts and we also offer service plans To fit all our customers needs. We accept cash, credit and checks. We service Wichita and surrounding areas.

Premier Pest Solutions

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Premier Pest Solutions

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14 years of experience

Premier Pest Solutions is a pest control company in Wichita KS. At Premier Pest Solutions our technicians are licensed by the Kansas State Department of Agriculture. Our technicians have over 40 years of combined experience. Premier Pest Solutions provides termite and pest service to residential and commercial customers including services for: duplexes, rental homes, commercial offices, and apartment complexes. We are insured.

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Pest Control questions, answered by experts

Wasp removal is challenging for pros and novices and carries the risk of painful stings. Therefore, it’s not surprising that wasp removal is not free. You can save money by going the DIY route, but paying a professional exterminator increases the chance of effective removal—and keeps you from painful wasp stings.

Because scorpions are active during the night, it can be hard to spot them—they are often hiding while you’re up and about. They could be hiding in holes in your walls, behind large appliances, under your bed, in your closet, or even inside your shoes. But, if you’ve seen one scorpion in your home, chances are there are more waiting in the darkness. If you’re on the hunt for scorpions in your home, invest in a UV light, as all scorpions will glow under UV rays.

Fleas are master hiders, so they’re always looking for safe spots. In addition to living directly on your pets, they’re likely to hide in bedding materials, not unlike the infamous bed bugs. They also like carpet and thick grass, for similar reasons. They’re more likely to hang around dirt and debris in general, which is why it’s important to keep the home clean.

Always begin by removing the gnat's source of food. Toss rotting fruit, place new fruit in the fridge, and switch the soil of your houseplants.

The best way to get rid of gnats in the kitchen is by baiting and trapping them with something sweet. Combine water with a few drops of dish soap, apple cider vinegar, and 1 tablespoon of sugar into a bowl. Cover with plastic wrap and poke small holes to trap the gnat in the liquid.

When it comes to keeping birds from doing their business on your porch rails, you have several DIY options and home remedies you can try:

Tie a fishing line from one end of the deck post to the other. Birds won’t be able to see the line across the railing, so they can’t land on it.
Hang wind chimes close by, which may scare birds away.
Apply a bird gel repellent to the railings, which contains smells that birds generally don’t like. Or, similarly, you can apply citronella or lemon oil around the railings, since birds don’t like strong smells.

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