Defender® Pipe Spikes come in 33.3 cm (13 inches) lengths, so you will require 3 strips for each metre of piping you are trying to protect from pigeons or other birds. The strips also have snappable sections which can be broken off by hand if the spike needs to be reduced in length to fit the area you are protecting. This pipe spike comes ready assembled with integral serrated cable ties for easy installation. How do pipe spikes stop birds from landing? The Defender® Bird Spike range has a spike suitable for pigeons, seagulls and even small garden birds like sparrows. Deciding what bird your issue is caused by is the first step. We have a range of spikes for pigeons - these will stop pigeons and like sized birds. Our spikes for seagulls have taller pins to allow for the gulls longer legs. It is important to remember that they will also work for pigeons. We also have a spike for small birds - stopping small garden birds like sparrows and starlings but also the larger birds like pigeons and seagulls too. Along the base of of each strip of spikes there are snap-off points making it easy to fit the spikes in small areas to the exact size required.

The Defender® Stainless Steel Ridge Spike has 2 rows of 15 cm (6 inches) long 304 Grade stainless steel pins. They protrude from the UV Stabilised Polycarbonate base of the spike at 2 different angles. This spread of pins acts as a bird deterrent and stops seagulls and birds from landing on the apex of the roof. Step 2 - Fixing Methods: The best way to install seagull spikes is to use the specifically designed Defender® Pigeon Spike Fixing Silicone. This adhesive is formulated to create an extra strong bond with the polycarbonate base of our seagull spikes. However, the gull spike strips can also be nailed or screwed into position through the premade fixing holes along the base. They can also be cable tied in position. Defender® Wide Stainless Steel Bird Spikes - Key Info Which birds are the wide steel spikes suitable for? Long Life ExpectancyThe Defender® Thistle® is made from a UV Stabilised Polycarbonate plastic. This means it will not discolour or go brittle in direct sunlight. In fact, it comes with a 15 year warranty when installed in the UK. Aerial clips can be attached to the base of the pigeon deterrent spike. They very simply snap onto the base. Whatever length of bird spike strip you need, 2 clips are generally all that is needed for each piece, one at either end. Ensure the clips are facing the same way, on the same side of the spike base and are in a straight line. These clips can then be used to attach spike strips to the various director elements or bars along the main length. Be extra careful not to overstretch the clips to fit over a particularly wide bar. This could eventually cause stress fractures to the clip. If the bars are particularly thin, you may need to add a little of the included silicone to the inside of the clip just to hold it in place and upright.

Step 3 – Fixing Methods: The Defender® Pipe Spike comes with cable ties already fixed to each end of the 333 mm strip so there is no need for glue. Sit the bird spike on the top of the pipe, wrap the cable tie around the pipe and pull through the end of the cable tie to fasten. Pull tight and it will hold the pigeon spike firm even on sloping exterior pipe work. The ends of the cable ties can be left in place or trimmed to create a neater appearance. The Defender® Wide Plastic Pigeon Spike is made from super-tough Durolon UV Stabilised Polycarbonate. This ensures the spikes suffer no degradation due to the adverse effects of extreme weather. They do not yellow or become brittle and can withstand low and high temperatures. This bird control product comes with a 15-Year Warranty when installed in the UK. The Defender® Narrow Stainless Steel Bird Prevention Spikes are made from 304 Grade steel wires which protrude from a super tough Durolon UV Stabilised Polycarbonate base. This hard-wearing bird spike will triumph in all weather conditions and comes with a UK 25 Year "No Rust” Warranty. Some lower-quality spikes available can rust in a matter of years or even months - but these superior Defender® Narrow Stainless Steel Bird Spikes will protect your home without degrading.

Next, you need to measure the width and depth of the area that needs protecting with a tape measure. Choose the most appropriate size Defender® Bird Spike bearing in mind that any area greater than 2.5 cm should be proofed. If you are ever unsure – call us on 01626 835055, and we can help advise on what products you may need. Durolon UV Stabilised Polycarbonate Plastic is used to manufacture the Defender® Narrow Plastic Pigeon Spike. This tough plastic ensures that all Defender® Pigeon Spikes can stand up to extreme weather conditions without yellowing or becoming brittle. With this in mind, these pigeon prevention spikes come with a confidence-boosting 15-Year Warranty for UK installations. No other UK manufacturer of pigeon spikes offers this. 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. The Defender® Seagull Deterrent Spike can be installed by anyone who has a small amount of DIY knowledge and safe access to the area that needs protection. Due to the high-quality materials, the reliable staff who assemble our bird spikes and the incredible knowledge of our sales team, we can confidently offer warranties on all our Defender® bird and pigeon control products. Defender® Plastic Pigeon Spikes come with a 15-Year Warranty when installed in the UK. The whole strip is moulded in one piece from Durolon UV Stabilised Polycarbonate; this ensures they will not become brittle in direct sunlight. They are a cost-effective, long-lasting pigeon control spike. The pins of our Defender® Stainless Steel Bird Spikes are made from 304 Grade Stainless Steel which protrude from a super tough polycarbonate base. These heavy-duty bird spikes come with a 25-Year "No Rust" Warranty when installed in the UK. These bird spikes can withstand the heaviest bird infestations and the most demanding environments.

Defender® TV Aerial Bird Spikes Specifications:

Snappable SectionsEach strip of Thistle® Bird and Pest Deterrent is 333 mm long, however, if a smaller strip is needed to finish a run or a small fence post needs proofing, the bird and pest spike can be snapped by hand in to shorter lengths. Along the base of the Defender® Thistle® are 4 grooves where the spike can be snapped into 5 smaller pieces that are 65 mm long. This is useful when installing on undulating, curved or uneven surfaces. There is some more in-depth reading on risks associated with bird droppings and cleaning here - Cleaning Bird Droppings Information

Defender® Pipe Spikes are the best way to keep pigeons off pipes around your home. These pigeon prevention spikes will stop pigeons and similar-sized birds from landing on any kind of pipe. The pigeon control spikes come ready to install and require no extra fixings or glue - you simply tighten the non-slip cable ties around the area of piping which needs protecting. Where should I use Defender® Pipe Spike? As the manufacturer of Defender® Bird Spikes, Jones and Son Pest Control Supplies Ltd, we keep a close eye on the quality of the bird control products we produce. All our pigeon control products are made from high-quality materials such as Durolon; a UV Stabilised Polycarbonate, and 304 Grade Stainless Steel for the pins, which makes for an incredibly reliable bird control solution. Defender® Wide Plastic Bird and Pigeon Spikes will protect a depth of ledge up to 15 cm (6 inches). They are great for all sorts of walls, beams and ledges around your property. If the ledge is wider, you can just add a second row of spikes, leaving as small a gap as possible between the tops of the pins. Alternatively, you may prefer to use our Extra Wide Stainless Steel Bird Spike that will protect ledges of up to 22.5 cm (9 inches) - Defender® 12 Stainless Steel Bird Spikes How do wide bird spikes work? The Defender® Seagull Control Spikes are designed with longer pins to enable them to stop seagulls. Therefore, if seagulls are causing your issue, this is the deterrent spike for you. We have three other gull deterrents that can be used for seagulls - The Defender® Ridge Spike, The Defender® Thistle®, and The Defender® Chimney Pot Strap. You can view all products suitable for seagulls here.There are many scenarios where birds can cause problems, such as roosting on chimney pots, nesting under solar panels and sitting in gutters. We have a solution for all these issues and have created a visual guide to help you understand which products can be used where - this can be viewed here Not Sure What to Buy?. Defender® Ridge Spikes pins make landing uncomfortable for seagulls and other birds, without injuring them. This makes them move on to other more accessible areas. The pins themselves are extra long so cater not only for pigeons and other similar-sized birds, but also for the seagulls which have longer legs. All Defender® Stainless Steel Bird Control Products are humane and recommended by the RSPB. Defender® Pipe Spikes have 9 grooves along the base which can be easily snapped by hand to make a shorter length strip. The cable ties can then be simply relocated to the ends of the shorter piece, this ensures that any size pipe can be fully proofed against perching or roosting birds.

Step 1 - Clean the Area: Make sure the area you are installing on is clean, dry and has no loose dirt or debris, this applies particularly to areas that you may want to use the silicone. If the area below the aerial has been heavily soiled and you would like to clean it while up on the roof, you may need to read our "How to Safely Remove Bird Droppings Guide" Step 1 - Clean the Area: Make sure the area you are installing on is clean, dry and has no loose dirt or debris. If a pigeon has already been nesting or roosting it may be heavily soiled with bird droppings. If this is the case please see our "How to Safely Remove Bird Droppings Guide" for more in-depth details. First, spray the area with a disinfectant to soften and loosen dried droppings. If using Germ Clear™, leave to soak for a minimum of 5 minutes. Then use the scraper to remove the excess droppings or nesting debris into the bin bag; repeat this process several times. When all the loose debris is removed, including moss, lichen, dirt and dust, use the stiff brush, sponge and soapy water to remove any remaining residue until completely clean. Once completed, the cleaned areas must be left to dry for a minimum of 24 hours before installation.

Step 3 - Positioning: Start at one end of the guttering and clip each piece firmly into position. Continue along the guttering making sure no gap is left between the ends of the pigeon spikes. This mechanism places the gutter strip in the centre of the gutter. It hovers above the base of the gutter, allowing for the free flow of rainwater beneath. Step 1 - Clean the Area: Before starting your Defender® Ridge Spikes installation you need to make sure that the apex ridge tiles are clean and free from moss, lichen, bird droppings and any dust or debris. This is to make sure that the silicone has a clean surface to adhere to. Snappable Sections This wide stainless steel spike has 9 snap points where the user can break the strip into smaller sections with their fingers, allowing the pigeon spike to fit perfectly on any size ledge. No extra tools are required. If a seagull has already been using the area it may be heavily soiled with seagull droppings. If this is the case please see our "How to safely clean bird droppings guide" guide for more in-depth cleaning advice.