There’s really no debating it — deer are beautiful, graceful animals. Whether in the woods or in a suburban setting, the sight of them nearly always inspires awe and delight.

And yet the unfortunate truth is that wild deer aren’t always the gentle creatures we see in nature programs on television. In fact, they often bring ruin in their wake.

Why would you want to guard your property from deer?

• Deer often destroy gardens, orchards and nurseries in their quest for food.
• Disease prevention! Deer often play host to ticks, which infect thousands of people every year in Pennsylvania with Lyme disease.

Deer cause millions of dollars worth of property and land damage each year. That’s why it’s in everyone’s interest to safely and humanely keep deer away from our property.

What are the different types of deer repellent?

• Taste-based repellents
• Odor-based repellents
• Deer fencing

Taste- and odor-based repellents are used on and around plants that deer are naturally attracted to. Many of these repellents can be purchased commercially; they can also be homemade. Deer fencing, meanwhile, is a type of fencing that is virtually invisible, and physically keeps these animals from entering your property.

Unfortunately, taste- and odor-based repellents are very limited in their effectiveness. They can be expensive to use, and they only work some of the time. They need to be reapplied frequently due to the weather, and this can be very inefficient. Deer can also develop a tolerance to these materials. During times of drought, or when food becomes scarce, deer will quickly learn to ignore these types of repellents. Because these animals are still roaming your property, they still are a source of deer ticks and Lyme disease.

Protecting you and your loved ones from Lyme disease

Lyme disease is carried by deer ticks, which sicken thousands of people here in Pennsylvania annually. Prevention is easily the best way to deal with the deer tick problem. By keeping deer away from your property, you will severely reduce the chances of this disease being spread.

Aside from preventing deer on your property, you can also utilize other methods to control these ticks. In conjunction with keeping deer off your property, Damminix tubes are one of the safest ways to address the problem.

Deer fencing is the only truly effective deer repellent 

Deer fencing is the most cost-effective way to humanely keep deer from destroying gardens, orchards and nurseries. Deer fencing is also one of the best ways to help prevent the spread of Lyme disease. Along with fencing, you can also install deer grates into your driveway. These grates are made up of slats that deer are unable to walk on, and can be used with a gate to your driveway, or in lieu of a gate.

By installing deer fencing, you will save money by preventing the damage to your property these adorable creatures can cause. You will also not have to worry about consistently applying and reapplying odor and taste repellents that are only partially effective, and expensive to use.

What is deer fencing?

This is a particular type of fencing that is made of a poly coated steel web material. It is black in color, and it has a very consistent grid that allows the fence to blend in easily with its surroundings. In fact, when you walk several feet away from the fence, it virtually disappears.

Ultimately, the aesthetics of your property are maintained by the use of this fencing, not only because it disappears into your yard’s landscaping, but also because it prevents deer from ruining your property in the first place.

When considering all the methods of keeping deer off your property in a safe and humane way, deer fencing is without a doubt the best way to go. To learn more about customized deer fencing, contact us at Peter Benz Landscaping. We look forward to helping.