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Reasons for Control.
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They can cause an unsightly and sometimes hazardous mess especially under nest sites from droppings, feathers and eggshell.
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The droppings are acidic so they can cause damage to buildings especially brick and stone buildings.
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The droppings can cause a slip hazard on fire escapes and ladders.
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Food stored in warehouses can be eaten or contaminated.
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Pigeons carry certain diseases such as ornithosis (a mild form of psittacosis), salmonella and Campyobacter and may transmit these to humans.
Biology.
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They are semi-wild but still reply on man for their food supply.
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Pigeons are excellent fliers and can reach fairly high speeds.
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They are not fussy eater.
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If the conditions are right they are capable of breeding throughout the year.
Prevention & Control.
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Ensure broken windows are repaired. Other openings caused by loose slates or damaged roofing should be closed.
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Discourage feeding of pigeons.
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Clear away spilt food and keep lids on waste containers.
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Before any alterations to outbuildings consider methods of reducing roosting space, perches and openings which pigeons may gain access.
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It is advisable when building new buildings to take pigeon proofing into consideration and design out roosting sites.
Treatment.
GBC will provide free estimates for pigeon proofing.
There are a number of bird control techniques that can be carried out by pest control contractors, some are listed below:
Please note we aim to use non-lethal control techniques such as proofing of buildings and removing food sources.
Please click here to see useful contacts for pest control matters.
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