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How to Deter Woodpeckers
When woodpeckers are pounding on your house, it's important to understand why so that you can effectively address the problem. There are three primary reasons why woodpeckers peck wood. "Drumming" is social behavior and does very little damage, but it can be annoying. Feeding woodpeckers may do little or extensive damage, depending on how extensive the food source is. Nesting results in deep cavities. Learn how to stop woodpeckers from pecking your house by removing food sources and adding outdoor features that will ward them off.