Expert Pigeon Control
At Pest Bird Solutions, we provide a comprehensive pest control service for those dealing with a pigeon infestation.
Pigeons are by far and away the bird species that causes the most pest control problems for property owners in the UK, but with our help, you won’t be dealing with them for much longer.
These pesky birds will cause a huge amount of unsightly mess by producing toxic waste that spreads diseases and destroys property in equal measure.
We provide an industry leading range of services to prevent pigeons from roosting on your property and help you take back control over your home or business.
All our pest control technicians are fully trained and accredited by the BPCA and have access to the very best technologies, equipment, and technicians to resolve your bird infestation.
The Problem with Pigeons
Pigeons are increasing in numbers at a rapid rate, a concerning thought considering they are already widespread in every urban town and city across the UK. These birds don’t have quite the same bad reputation as rats or other common pests but are equally as dangerous.
Prolific disease carriers
Feral pigeons are one of the most prolific disease spreaders of all pest species, carrying well over 100 different pathogens, many of which can result in illness and even death if transmitted to humans.
Feral pigeons spread these pathogens, in the main, through their droppings, although direct contact and the inhalation of feathers are not unheard of. Should particles of dried pigeon faeces become airborne and enter the air vents of a commercial property, the whole site could rapidly become a severe health hazard.
Just some of the diseases that are carried by feral pigeons in the UK include:
- Histoplasmosis
- Coli
- Salmonella
- Psittacosis
- Cryptococcosis
The larger the pigeon population grows, the more faeces is produced and the higher the risk is of people getting seriously ill.
The earlier steps are taken to prevent pigeons roosting the better so contact a bird control expert as soon as you begin to see signs of activity.
A magnet for other pests
As if pigeons weren’t enough of a nightmare on their own, their presence on your property can also attract various other pest species, each of which pose their own significant threats.
For example, cockroaches will thrive in the damp filthy conditions of faeces covered surfaces, bird mites may be found in pigeon nests, and rodents and flies may be attracted by dead birds hidden within the property.
Property damage
Beyond ruining the appearance of buildings with the tonne of waste that they produce, pigeons also do millions of pounds worth of much longer-lasting damage every single year across the country.
Bird waste, especially that of birds who live in urban areas and have a far from the ideal diet, is high in uric acid.
Over time acidic droppings will cause the surfaces they lay on to corrode, rusting sheet metal, wearing away stone, and peeling off the paintwork. They also create slippery walkways and stairwells that can result in dangerous accidents for passers-by.
Their activity alone on the roof of a property can also result in roof tiles being dislodged as a significant amount of faeces can group extremely heavy over time. If guttering gets blocked as a result of nests or droppings, this can cause additional issues, leading to leakages and blockages that are expensive to deal with.
How to get rid of pigeons
Here at Pest Bird Solutions, we have a wide range of bird control options for keeping pigeons at bay. Our BPCA accredited pest technicians deal with pigeon populations of all sizes on a daily basis and specialise in both pigeon removal and in the installation of systems that will deter pigeons from returning to your property in the future.
Bird proofing
When you are living or working near pigeons it can feel as though their presence is a never-ending nightmare, but this doesn’t need to be the case, and with our help, you will soon have the situation under control.
DIY ‘deterrents’ and home remedies you may have seen online such as hanging up old CDs, aluminum foil pans, or wind chimes, may work for a short period, but once birds get used to them they will likely return.
We have a selection of highly durable and heavy duty bird proofing solutions that will ensure birds are unable to land on your property ever again. These include:
Bird Netting
Our UV stabilized heavy duty pigeon netting puts a physical barrier between pigeons and their favourite perching spot. It is the perfect choice for tackling large bird populations and can last up to 10 years in many cases. They have no impact on the efficiency of solar panels and lightweight options can even be placed directly onto fruit bushes in domestic gardens.
Bird Spikes
Pigeon spikes are another incredibly effective method for preventing birds from landing on thin surfaces such as window sills, signs, guttering, and more. Despite the name, these strips of blunt points are completely humane and simply make it impossible for birds to land nearby.
Bird Wire
A similar concept to spikes but even more discreet. Parallel wires installed within close proximity make perching nearby extremely uncomfortable for pigeons and they won’t be there long.
AVISHOCK System
A relatively new innovation, AVISHOCK strips give off a small electric show to pigeons landing on the surface they are attached to. This doesn’t harm the birds but pigeons hate the sensation and will vacate the area rather quickly.
Bird Deterrents
Although DIY deterrents rarely work, there are some more advanced systems that will discourage pigeons on a permanent basis. These include motion controlled sprinklers, bird gels, decoy kites, and more that scare pigeons by imitating the activity of birds of prey.
Bird Management
Whilst installing systems to deter pigeons will be enough to resolve the majority of infestations, occasionally the situation has grown beyond this and specialist bird removal is required.
Once the population of birds in the area has been reduced, preventative pigeon control methods can then be put in place.
The services we offer include specialist bird shooting conducted by a highly trained marksman, trapping, falconry using birds of prey to trigger pigeons’ flight response, pigeon birth control, and more.
For more information on our bird removal services, or to discuss which approach is best suited to your property, get in touch with us today.
Expert Advice
Once we have put a system in place that prevents pigeons from reaching your site, we will also give you some great tips on how to make your property less attractive to them in the first place so they stop trying.
These may include advice such as purchasing bird feeders with smaller holes so that only small birds can access them, and eliminating food sources that are most attractive to pest birds.
The last thing you want to do is to accidentally feed pigeons and convince them that they are welcome guests on your property.
Other Pest Birds We Deal with
Whilst getting rid of pigeons is the primary goal of many seeking professional bird control services, many of our highly effective methods used to exclude pigeons work just as well on other birds.
Some of the other pest birds we frequently tackle include:
- Gulls (Laridae)
- Starlings (Sturnus vulgaris)
- House Sparrows (Passer domesticus)
- Canada Geese (Branta canadensis)
Be aware that issues involving many of these species have stricter regulations on the treatments that can be used against them in comparison to a pigeon problem.
For that reason, you should never attempt to tackle a bird problem using DIY methods and should always contact a professional who will advise you on the most effective solution.
Contact Us For Expert Bird Control Scotland Services
If you have pigeon problems at home or on your business premises, contact Pest Bird Solutions and our expert team of BPCA accredited pest professionals will be delighted to help.
After conducting a detailed survey of your property, we will create the perfect bespoke plan to rid you of pest birds once and for all.
Once your pigeon problem has been resolved, we will install the perfect deterrent system using methods such as anti-roosting spikes, perfect for preventing pigeons from ever returning. For further information on the services we offer, or to get a FREE quote, call us now on 0800 808 5464.
