An Experienced Pigeon Pest Control Service
Dealing with pigeons and implementing effective pigeon control in London and the UK is about having the right experience. Our technicians have a lot of experience in dealing with pigeons, and they understand suitable solutions based on the circumstances and the problem.
As a result, a pigeon control audit will be carried out to identify the size and type of infestation in your home or business. Moreover, we are also accredited experts, proving that we understand what steps to take and how to adhere to all regulations.
Each infestation is unique, and to deal with it correctly, the assessment has to determine how your property is affected and what control measures have to be put in place. Furthermore, we won’t just deal with pigeon removal in the short term because we also focus on ensuring that pigeon deterrents and pigeon pest control work into the future. This ensures that the likelihood of suffering from an infestation in the future is low.
Pest advice for controlling Pigeons
Feral pigeons foul buildings, creating unwanted “stained glass” windows and “decorated” architecture. All sorts of pests may migrate from their nests into buildings. Originally descended from the wild Rock Dove, a cliff-face dweller, these birds find the next best thing is a block of flats, a bit of Victorian Gothic architecture or a railway arch.
In the absence of natural predators, birds which fall sick survive to infect healthy ones with ornithosis and other diseases, some of which can be transmissible to man. Their accumulated droppings are also sources of disease.
Birds such as Pigeons carry a variety of diseases such as Ornithosis, Listeria and E-coli that can be transmitted to man not only from the droppings but also the birds themselves. When dry, pigeon droppings can become airborne in small particles, which can lead to respiratory complaints such as psittacosis.
Pigeon droppings are acidic and can corrode/erode metals, stonework and brickwork. Nesting materials birds use can block chimneys, flues and guttering, causing possible issues with carbon monoxide and damage to buildings as water overflows from blocked gutters.
Buildings covered in fouling looks unpleasant can smell, and projects a poor image of business, potentially ruining an organisation’s reputation. If customers spot evidence of a heavy Pigeon infestation on premises, they may not want to do business with you.
Closely linked to Pigeon activity such as nesting are parasites such as mites, ticks, fleas and beetles. So if you have a current or past problem with birds and have done nothing, you may find you’ll suffer from a parasite infestation too.
How to prevent and get rid of birds
Pigeon prevention, proofing and control are a highly specialised skill, requiring specialist equipment and tools. Control of Pigeons through population reduction techniques is generally both less desirable and less effective than removing their food sources or blocking off sites where they perch or roost. The latter technique, known as proofing, is now used extensively.
For proofing, professional pest controllers will use methods such as barriers, spikes, nets and wire to great effect. More recently active systems like shock strips, audible scarers and optical gels have been used to create negative associations in birds wishing to land or roost on buildings. All of these methods of proofing have their merits, and some can offer a stronger and more lasting deterrent, but as with any method of control, they may become less effective over an extended period. For a heavy Pigeon infestation, your professional contractor may have to employ methods of control such as shooting, trapping or flying of predatory birds.
Implementing the Right Measures
Our approach will depend on your circumstances, but the good news is that many options are available. Therefore, we can use one solution or a combination of deterrents to help manage the problem effectively.
Whatever we do, we make sure to deal with the problem and the cause where possible. This all helps to prevent future problems with pigeons and helps to put the correct control measures in place.
Fortunately, there are traditional and more modern solutions available, but they are all effective in dealing with the problem.
Our Methods
We can use parallel wires to keep pigeons away from areas of your property, and we can install anti-bird spikes. These are not designed to harm the birds but will prevent them from landing and roosting on your property. It is also possible to use bird netting on specific areas as this will help to keep pigeons out and stop them from settling.
There are decoy kites, lasers, and bird gels that leave a sticky residue that causes the birds to stick to surfaces temporarily. The aim is for the gel to act as a deterrent. In some instances, falconry can be used to get rid of pigeons as this causes them to make the pigeons feel threatened, and that will force them out of the area.
There is no longer a need to put up with nuisance pigeons. With a range of available solutions, we can help you overcome the issues you are facing and then ensure that your property is free from pigeons for good.
Specialist Bird Control Services
Bird Netting
Pin and wire systems
Bird spikes
Shooting and Trapping
Guano Cleaning
Abseiling and rope access
Bird Deterrent Balls
Floating Covers for bird control
Bird acoustics
Bespoke deterrent systems
Removing bird nests and guano cleaning
Laws and regulations restrict the times of year when bird nests may be removed. It is illegal to remove gulls’ nests once we are in gull nesting season, for example.
If you’re unsure about whether a nest can be removed, contact The Royal Society for the Protection of Birds (RSPB). Specialist licensing is required to remove a nest so call PestBait to find out more about your options.
Bird guano (or droppings) can contain diseases and other pests, such as mites, so it is strongly advised against cleaning bird infested areas yourself.
A professional bird control team is certified and equipped to do the work quickly, effectively and safely.
How to get rid of birds
There is no single way of getting rid of birds and it will often take a combination of methods to get the desired results.
DIY bird control is not recommended due to the diseases associated with certain species.
The best option is to call bird and pest control professionals to review your requirements and advise on the best form of removal and deterrent.