Control of Pigeons

We'll Handle Your Bird Issues and Clear Up the Trashed Area.

Defend your company or family from future health problems. Pigeon diseases include E. Coli, Listeria, and Ornithosis.

Any place where there are bird droppings may be contaminated and provide a health concern.

Eliminating the bird problem is the first step; the next is to proof the property, get rid of the dangerous pigeon droppings, and make the area secure.

 

 

What is the price of pigeon control?

Property damage from pigeons can run into the hundreds or even thousands of pounds to repair. For certain residential homes, the cost of having birds removed from your property could vary from £70 to £250.

However, the expense of bird-proofing your property will increase significantly based on:

• • The pigeons roosting flock size

  • Size of property to protect

  • Any health and safety concerns

  • Size of bird population to remove and area to sterilise.

 

 

Bird Deterrent Techniques for Effective Pest Control

Urban Pigeon Management At Apex Pest Control our best Practises are:

• • Sanitation

  • Removal of food sources

  • Pigeon proofing buildings

To get rid of the birds, some locations require constant pest control. Examples of these could be that the birds are feeding on a nearby location or an issue that is beyond your control.

Pigeon-proofing in these situations requires the building to function as a deterrent to the birds.

Pigeons. The permanent inhabitants of UK cities and metropolitan areas. Some find your property charming, while others find it bothersome, particularly if they make it their new residence.

Pigeons can be fairly unwanted visitors, from the droppings that adorn your façade to the sound of their coos.

 

Pigeon droppings, or guano, are not just unsightly.

They could act as havens for illnesses like Salmonella. Bird droppings in general, including pigeon droppings, can give one a headache. For entrepreneurs, a bird problem can be bad for the reputation of their company, particularly in busy retail malls.

 

 

Pigeon Control at Its Best: How We Can Handle Your Bird Issue

Bird Proofing – there are lots of different types of bird proofing and pigeon deterrents to suit all situations, depending on how we grade the problem from low pressure to heavy pressure systems our options are from:

• • Low-pressure post and spring wire systems
  • Stainless steel spikes
  • Electrical bird deterrent systems.
  • Bird Netting
  • Trapping
  • Shooting

 

Bird proofing

Bird proofing in large areas by fixing bird netting to the roof tiles front of the building, which is tensioned. The mesh may come in different colours to suit the building materials. Zips may be placed in the netting if required to allow access for maintenance.

Shooting

The first control strategy involves using barrier devices, like spikes or netting. However, pest controllers need their own licence to shoot.

The majority of pest bird shooting occurs within factories or other structures where pigeons are roosting and nesting, such as on windowsills, ledges, or girders.

After dusk, when the pigeons are roosting and hesitant to leave the building, is when any shooting occurs. Every shot needs to minimise suffering and adhere to an ethical code of behaviour.

To prevent more bird infestations in a cleared area, ingress into the building must be proofed.

Trapping

Pigeons are typically trapped atop structures or in locations where they frequently eat. It will be necessary to remove all food sources from the designated regions.

After that, the doors of the cage traps are left open while they are set down and baited for a few days.

The doors are adjusted such that pigeons can enter the traps but cannot exit through the entrance once they have become accustomed to entering them to feed.

It is necessary to put food and water in the trap. To release the imprisoned pigeons, it is necessary to make frequent trips to the traps every 12 to 24 hours.

Trapping may continue for a few days, after which there may be a pause in which the traps are not set until retrapping commences. In order to keep nuisance pigeons under control, a 12-month contract might be necessary on issue areas.

Released uninjured are non-target birds that have been caught in the traps. With this technique, pigeons in large numbers can be captured.

 

Why Pigeon Control is Vital

Keeping pigeons at bay isn’t just for Instagram aesthetics. From damage to health risks, a pigeon control system is quintessential for any UK property. Regular cleaning and installation of bird deterrents is crucial for feral pigeon prevention

 

Get a Grip on Your Bin Lids!

Secure your bin lids and ensure there’s no food source to invite these pesky birds. Birds like the common pigeon might even take the liberty to feed on anything available. They aren’t fussy eaters, you see.

Typically, a feral pigeons diet is seeds, fruits, plants, food scraps, and occasionally small insects.

 

The Health Hazards Lurking in the Wings

Pigeons are notorious carriers of diseases like avian influenza and salmonellosis. Better safe than sorry! Mind you, some bird mites might also hitch a ride on pigeons. These mites might bite humans and become an additional nuisance.

 

The Perils of Pigeon Guano

Pigeon droppings are acid-laden—quite the superpower if they were superheroes, but unfortunately, they’re not. Moreover, their droppings can contribute to the breeding of insect infestations. Yikes!

 

Physical Deterrents to Stop Perch and Roost

Bird spikes might not be setting any fashion trends, but they’re top-notch in keeping pigeons at arm’s length.

Bird-control spikes, or pigeon spikes, are rather handy. Make sure you get the spike installations done properly.

Steel or plastic - Your Call! Steel spikes: The British Bulldog of pigeon control. Plastic spikes: Easier on the wallet and not half bad, either. But, remember, pigeons are part of a range of bird species. So, if you are trying to get rid of pigeons, keep an eye out for other birds as well.

 

It’s a Net Gain with Bird Netting

Netting is like that polite bouncer who ensures the pigeons don’t gatecrash the party at your property. Besides, it is a strongly recommended bird-proofing method.

Netting Essentials Polyethylene or Polypropylene – both are champions in their own right. UV-stabilised netting is the way to go – you don’t want the Great British weather to wear it down. Also, UV-stabilised netting generally has a longer lifespan.

Bird Slopes: Give Pigeons the Slip! Think of the slopes as a greased-up cricket pitch. Pigeons just can’t get their footing! This method of bird control can be extremely dangerous but is quite efficient in preventing birds from finding comfy spots.

 

Using Sound Deterrents

Ultrasonic Devices: The Unseen Protectors

Ultrasonic devices are the James Bonds of pigeon control. Silent to us, but a right racket in the pigeon’s ear. A bird-repellent gel is another nifty little trick in your arsenal. But remember, old sport, check the local wildlife regulations before getting these.

 

Using Visual Deterrents

The Decoy Trick for roosting pigeons.

Decoys of predatory birds like falcons can be quite the scarecrow for pigeons. Hawking kites and birds of prey can also be employed as a bird of prey pest control method.

Shiny Shenanigans Reflective surfaces are pigeon enemy number one. Whether it’s shiny tape or old CDs, pigeons can’t stand the dazzle. Another point in your favour is if you want to give these airborne invaders a taste of their own medicine.

 

 

The Pest Bird Legal Acts

Recalling the Wildlife and Countryside Act of 1981 is essential. Since pigeons are a common species in Britain, make sure to read up on the dos and don't of pigeon control.

Make sure that safety and health are also taken into account. It's a smart idea to use personal protection equipment when handling bird droppings.

 

Identifying the Need for Expert Assistance and Assembling a Team of Experts

When the pigeons launch a full-scale attack, it's time to get help from experts. These experts in bird control are highly skilled and knowledgeable in the field. Professional pest controllers who are members of the British Pest Control Association are the subject of our discussion.

 

 

Consultation: Defence Plan Customisation

Apex Pest Control's professional pigeon control services will provide you with a customised plan that's the dog's bollocks. a strategy that considers the different bird species, when they breed, and the different pigeon control tools and techniques.

Among the expert services offered are deterrent installations. Chemical processes Removal of pigeons routine upkeep You may even receive advice regarding shock tracks and gels that repel birds. We can help with nest removal if you discover a nest on your property.

 

 

Pigeon Control Services and Bespoke Plans to Stop Pesky Pigeons in the UK

That concludes the A to Z of pigeon control in the United Kingdom. Now that you have an arsenal of information, it's time to take back your land from our avian enemies.

You can keep your place free of pigeons as long as it is done humanely and legally. Not to mention the enormous variety of bird control and proofing techniques available.

The practise of birdproofing solar panels is becoming more popular, and seagull spikes are widely used. Cheers to days without pigeons!

We provide a reputable and high-quality bird control service if you want to learn how to successfully remove pigeons from your home. Act quickly and get in touch with us right now to set up a bird control plan and discuss your bird problem with an expert.