Living here in South Carolina, I can keep my shop door open nearly year-round. The fresh air is great—especially since my basement workshop isn’t climate-controlled.
At Travers Tool, we know your shop is for machines, tools, and getting work done—not for hosting uninvited bird guests. But if you like keeping your doors open for fresh air, you’ve probably had a bird wander in, panic, and turn your workspace into a chaotic feathered circus. And let’s be honest, no one has time to chase a bird around with a broom like some kind of wildlife wrangler. After dealing with this one too many times, I finally found a cheap, easy bird deterrent that actually works: rubber snakes. Yep, fake snakes. And trust me, they work way better than yelling, “Git!”
THE RUBBER SNAKE trick: A PROVEN WAY TO KEEP BIRDS OUT OF YOUR SHOP
Birds may not understand blueprints or feed and speed specs, but they do know one thing: SNAKES = BAD NEWS. A simple rubber snake trick plays into that instinct and keeps them from flying in. Here’s how to use them:
Place It Where Birds Try to Enter –
Put the rubber snake near doors, windows, or vents—anywhere birds like to sneak in. If you're focused on keeping birds out of the garage or shop, positioning the snake strategically is key. I keep mine right on the floor inside the doorway, like a tiny bouncer keeping out the riffraff.
Move It Around Every Few Days –
Birds may be easily fooled, but they’re not complete idiots. If they see the "snake" never moves, they’ll start to suspect it’s not the real deal. So, shift it around to keep them guessing. This simple bird deterrent trick makes all the difference.
Use More Than One –
If you’ve got multiple entry points, double up on decoys. More snakes, fewer birds—simple math! Whether it’s your workshop, garage, or outdoor storage area, the rubber snake trick can make a noticeable impact.
Pair It with Other Deterrents –
For extra protection, try adding reflective tape, ultrasonic bird deterrents, or anti-bird gel to make landing areas feel less like a VIP lounge for pigeons. If you're serious about keeping birds out of the garage, using multiple deterrents ensures long-term success.
This trick works so well that I even toss a rubber snake on my motorcycle when I park in areas with heavy bird populations. And let’s just say—it’s been surprisingly effective at keeping people from messing with my bike, too.
