As our cities expand into more forested areas, we reduce the amount of space for wild animals to live. Some of these animals move on and find an alternative place to reside. Others such as the woodpecker decide to make our homes theirs as well.
This amazing little bird is natures construction worker, they drill perfect circular holes in wood and other materials to make nests for themselves and other birds. After the hole is created on the exterior of the building this will diminish the appearance of you house will allow for water to compromise the internal structure. This can cause moisture damage, rot and mold. The woodpecker is protected under the Bird Conservation act, which means that you can not harm them or disturb them especially during the mating season. The holes they make can be repaired, but this will not detour them from coming back and drilling another hole in the same location, causing costly repairs year after year. The best way to prevent this damage is by using our engineered impact resistant coating system. The woodpecker has realized that they can peck through stucco and into the foam underneath. There are several reasons why they do this.
If you suspect that your stucco has been damaged by woodpeckers, it’s important to take action as soon as possible to stop further damage and protect your home. At Met Exteriors, we specialize in installing an Engineered Impact woodpecker resistant system. This system will prevent future damage and restore the appearance and functionality of your exterior walls. Preventing woodpecker damage to stucco can be challenging, but there are several measures you can take to deter woodpeckers from pecking at your walls.
Woodpeckers are known for their pecking behavior, obviously that is why we call them the Woodpecker. This pecking can cause unsightly holes and cracks in stucco and other building materials. There are several reasons why woodpeckers may target stucco, including:
While some degree of woodpecker activity is natural and normal, excessive or prolonged pecking can cause significant damage to stucco walls, compromising the integrity of the building envelope and potentially leading to moisture intrusion and other issues. If you notice woodpecker damage to your stucco, it’s important to have it repaired as soon as possible to prevent further damage and protect your home. At Met Exteriors, we specialize in repairing woodpecker stucco damage and can help restore the appearance and functionality of your exterior walls. After the hole is created on the exterior of the building this will diminish the appearance of you home will allow for water to compromise the structure, causing moisture damage, rot and mold. The woodpecker is protected under the Bird Conservation act, which means that you can not harm them or disturb them especially during the mating season. The holes they make can be repaired, but this will not detour them from coming back and drilling another hole in the same location, causing costly repairs year after year. The best way to prevent this damage is by using our engineered impact resistant coating system.
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It is said that if you Install visual and auditory deterrents such as shiny objects, reflective tape, or wind chimes. These items can help scare woodpeckers away from your home and keep them from pecking at your stucco. In reality this is not an effective way to detour the woodpecker. The bird may be intimidated at first but once they get used to these objects and learn that these devices can not harm them they will return and continue to drill holes in the same locations. The sound of this might also disturb your neighbors and it is detrimental to the sensitive hearing of dogs and cats which could lead to permanent hearing damage. In this photo the birds have come back just to peck holes around the electronic bird repellant device.
Remove food sources: Woodpeckers are attracted to areas with a good source of insects and other prey, so removing these food sources can help deter them from pecking at your stucco. Regularly inspect and treat your home and surrounding property for pests, and consider using bird feeders to draw woodpeckers away from your home
These solutions listed above are all temporary. At Met Exteriors, we recommend regular inspections and maintenance of your stucco to identify and address any potential issues before they become more serious. Our team of experts can help you develop a comprehensive plan to prevent woodpecker damage and protect the integrity of your home’s exterior for years to come. The best solution to preventing woodpecker problems is too stop the problem before it starts. We can not offer warranty against woodpeckers using the standard EIFS system. We recommend using the Engineered Woodpecker Impact Resistant System on your home right from the start to avoid a hassle in future years.
Met Exteriors is a trusted and reliable company with years of experience in the industry. We offer high-quality stucco repair and installation services, and are committed to providing exceptional customer service and satisfaction.
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