 I don't think I'd use a snake for the woodpeckers. Okay. In fact, I even made reference when I was answering the question to that person about woodpeckers. One of the best ways that I've found to get rid of woodpeckers, and they love that cedar trim right by the gutters. Your neighbors will think you're nuts, but you will change the environment. There is a product out on the market. It's called Iritape.