Feral pigeons dominate towns and cities throughout the United Kingdom, but luckily our company provides the finest pigeon control Edinburgh has to offer.
If you are having trouble with feral pigeons on your property and want the situation rectified as definitively and quickly, give us a call now on 0131 322 1291.
Problems with feral pigeons
Having pigeons on your property is not only a significant public health problem, but they will also lead to extensive structural issues and expensive reparations. Furthermore, large colonies can have a significant negative effect on the appearance of a business to customers.
Feral pigeons breed rapidly, in part due to their ability to produce crop milk. This nutritious substance can overcome food shortages, allowing them to reproduce even during cold and harsh Winters.
Additionally, pigeons have a keen eye for nesting opportunities. They will take identify and take advantage of any small gap in your property which they can force themselves inside. Even if your property appears to be secure, any facility or property manager will know how tricky pigeons can be.
What makes things worse is that pigeons tend to be fiercely competitive and will not migrate outside of extreme conditions. Pigeons tend to have life partners, and so when a pair settle on your property, it is unlikely that they will be going anywhere unless they are forced to.
We have been dealing with pest birds including feral pigeons for decades and know exactly what it takes to protect a property from their destructive and dangerous activity.
Bird Droppings
In just one year, a pigeon can produce upwards of 10kg of guano. This unsightly substance will not only spoil the look of your property, but it will cause significant health risks and cause extensive structural damage leading to expensive repairs.
Of the many diseases that birds can spread, there are three primary diseases associated with bird guano:
- Histoplasmosis
- Cryptococcosis
- Psittacosis
While dealing with low amounts of bird droppings is safe, when it gathers en masse, it can cause serious health problems without the right protection and equipment. Our technicians will clear up bird guano both effectively, comprehensively, and safely.
Health and Safety
Allowing a bird infestation to exist on your property will lead to a number of severe health risks for your customers and employees.
While guano is a problem, it is only one medium by which birds can spread disease. Many forms of bird debris can spread disease, including:
- Bird fouling
- Nest debris
- Carcasses
- Feathers
Coming into contact with birds and their mess is dangerous in itself, but if any material makes its way into a building’s ventilation system, any human inhabitants will be put at serious risk.
Dealing with pigeon problems
It is important to keep in mind that preventing the problem is just as important as clearing a property of birds in the first place. If no measures are installed, eventually the birds will return to the area, along with new arrivals.
Minimising the risk of birds, by installing bird proofing techniques, is a vital element of bird control. Some of the proofing techniques we employ are:
- Bird Spiking
- Bird Netting
- Bird Wiring
- Laser Deterrent Systems
- Bird Gelling
- Electronic Bird Control
However, in order to work on a property, we generally have to clear birds away in the first place. In order to achieve this, we can use techniques such as:
- Bio-Acoustic Scaring
- Falconry
Population Management
When it comes to managing bird populations, strict legislation dictates what methods we can and cannot use.
While it is illegal to outright kill birds, under extenuating circumstances, it is possible to employ firearms. At Edinburgh Pest Control company we do not use a shotgun as it is ineffective but will instead utilise an air rifle which offers an array of advantages.
Additionally, we can tackle bird eggs so as to stop the population from being replenished. By treating the eggs with oil, they will not hatch, causing pigeons to eventually abandon the nest entirely.
Dependable pigeon control Edinburgh
Regardless of whether you are experiencing an ongoing bird problem, or want to prevent them from settling in the first place, get in contact with the Edinburgh Pest Control Co. today.
Our specialist bird control Edinburgh team will work with you to find the most cost-effective and practical solution to address your property’s specific needs. In order to achieve this, our sales representative will carry out a comprehensive risk assessment of your property and situation prior to starting work.
From domestic jobs to commercial premises and industrial complexes, we have the practical experience and resources to get the job done. Additionally, we provide contractual work which will give you peace of mind no matter how much trouble you face when it comes to pests.
We comply with all British legislation and have full accreditation from the British Pest Control Association (BPCA). Not only will we deliver fantastic results, but we will do so in a legal, humane, and ethical way.
Pigeon Control Edinburgh: Get in Touch!
For a rapid response to your pest problem call Edinburgh Pest Control Co today on 0131 322 1291 for a FREE Survey or advice.
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