Defender® Gutter Spikes - Key Info
Which birds are the gutter spikes suitable for?
Defender® Gutter Spikes will stop pigeons and seagulls from being able to nest or roost in the guttering, and filling the gutter with feathers and leaves. A blocked gutter can cause expensive damage due to water ingress and flooding. Once installed, the deterrent spikes work immediately and simply move birds on humanely without hurting them. They also allow the free flow of water beneath the spikes.
What guttering would Defender® Gutter Spikes fit?
The Defender® Gutter Spike will fit all standard half-round or square plastic guttering or hoppers that do not have a lip or ornate design on the front edge.
Older style cast iron guttering or one that has an ornate or thick lip can cause the clips to overstretch and cause stress fractures. We would always ask you to call us for further advice on 01626 835055 if you are ever in doubt about which guttering you have or whether it will fit correctly.
How do gutter spikes stop pigeons sitting in guttering?
The gutter spike has 2 clips attached that just slip over the edge of the guttering. This mechanism places the gutter strip in the centre of the gutter. However, as it "hovers" above the base of the gutter, it allows for the free flow of rainwater beneath.
Each gutter spike is made up of 4 rows of 5 pins, which fan out at different angles making it virtually impossible for birds to gain a foothold on or near the Defender® Gutter Spike. The front of the average terraced house has about 5 metres of standard gutter. Therefore 15 pieces of Defender® Gutter Spike would be ample to keep pigeons out of gutters.
FREE Guide with all orders and telephone support
We are always happy to help with any questions you may have about getting rid of pigeon and seagulls from your gutters, before or after your purchase – call us on 01626 835055. Don’t forget you will also get a handy 40-Page Bird Control Guide with every order – this has health and safety tips and lots of information to help you solve your bird problem for good.
How to install Defender® Gutter Spikes
This easy and quick to install Defender® Gutter Spike simply presses onto the guttering lip, using the integral plastic clips. The clips are placed on the outside edge of the guttering, which positions the bird spikes in the centre, keeping pigeons and seagulls out.
The clips have a secure tight fit so there is no need for extra tools or silicone adhesive to fix the gutter spikes in place. It can be very useful to be able to remove the Defender® Spikes when the gutter needs cleaning or dead leaves need removing. When the cleaning is complete, they simply clip back into position to stop birds getting back in the gutters.
Step 1 - Clean the Area: Make sure the gutters are empty of leaves and debris. If a bird has already been nesting or roosting in the guttering it may be heavily soiled with droppings. If this is the case please see our
How to safely clean bird droppings guide guide for more in-depth details.
Step 2 - Fixing: The Defender® Gutter Spike will fit all standard half-round or square plastic guttering or hoppers that do not have a lip or ornate design on the front edge. It has 2 clips attached to either end of the spike that just slip over the outer edge of the gutter and secure them in the correct position. The clips should just press into position, no excessive force is required.
Step 3 - Positioning: Start at one end of the guttering and clip each piece firmly into position. Continue along the length making sure no gap is left between the ends of the spikes. This clip arms place the gutter strip in the centre, hovering above the base of the gutter, allowing for the free flow of rainwater beneath.
Step 5 - Full Protection: Once you reach the end, you may need to shorten a strip to make sure the row is complete. It is simple to remove the clips, just gently pull them away from the base. Along the base of the gutter spike, there are 8 grooves, use these to snap the spike by hand to the required length. Then simply reattach the clips and finish off the row.
High Quality Plastic Gutter Spikes
Our Defender® Gutter Plastic Spikes are made from super tough Durolon UV stabilised polycarbonate, this stops the spike from becoming brittle or yellowing in direct sunlight or other extreme weather conditions. They come with a 15 Year Warranty when installed in the UK.
British Manufactured Gutter Spikes
All Defender® Gutter Spikes are made in the UK using only the highest quality materials. Jones and Son Pest Control Supplies Ltd pride themselves on the manufacture of quality bird spikes and plastic pigeon spikes that will keep birds off your property, business or home - or, in this case, keep pigeons and seagulls out of gutters. As a family-run business, Jones and Son place a huge emphasis on our customer service and our ability to provide pest control products that solve your bird problems.
For full terms and conditions of the Defender® Bird Spikes UK Warranty please see our Warranty Information Page.
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We manufacture all our products in Devon, UK and hold vast amounts of stock. If you need a large order, we can ship it on the same working day. If you have any questions about delivery, please call us on 01626 835055 and we will be happy to help.