Of the many issues that pest birds will cause when a colony makes its home on your property, the build-up of fouling is one of the more pressing ones. Not only does this provide a shabby look to your business, but it will also lead to many hygiene and structural problems.
In this article, we will go over the reasons as to why guano has to be cleared up as quickly and consistently as possible, as well as why the problem is a serious danger, not just a nuisance.
We specialise in providing practical and effective bird control solutions. Give us a call today on 0131 322 1291 for more information.
Why Bird Droppings Need to Be Dealt With
Of the many issues birds cause, there are two primary concerns;
- Bird fouling is full of destructive uric acid.
- Bird droppings are full of dangerous infectious diseases.
Uric Acid and Structural Damage
Birds generally get rid of their waste, both urine and faeces, in the same substance. This means that their droppings are full of uric acid in relatively high concentrations.
This acid will corrode any surface that it lands on. In very heavy concentrations, the guano can destroy metal rooves, slashing their lifespan in half. However, even a splatter of the excrement can dull the paint on a car in a matter of days.
Although this is a surprise to many people, anyone who manages a commercial facility will be very familiar with this issue. Guano needs to be cleaned up and removed consistently, otherwise, the acid will continue to corrode doing untold levels of damage.
Diseases Within Bird Guano
Bird fouling contains numerous diseases which can spread to humans whenever they are exposed to it. Here is a list of some of the most common infectious diseases:
Salmonella – Bird faeces can contain salmonella bacteria which is very dangerous to humans. Symptoms show very quickly and usually spread by bacteria entering food or water sources.
Histoplasmosis – The symptoms caused by this fungal disease are very varied, and none of them are pleasant. This fungus is common within bird droppings.
Psittacosis – Around 1-3 weeks after being exposed to this disease, abdominal pain, headaches, as well as many other issues might follow. This illness is often called ‘parrot fever’.
Keep in mind that we have only chosen a few contagions to outline as examples. There are, in fact, many more that can be contracted through bird excrement in numerous different ways.
Also, be wary that this is just one of many ways that birds can spread infection to human beings. Direct contact with birds also presents a notable risk, and disturbed nesting material will release contagions.
With just a phone call to us, you can arrange for our responsible and effective technicians to clear up any guano. However, its return is inevitable without subsequent bird control.
Clearing Droppings Safely and Effectively
Again, bird droppings are full of hazardous particles that will become airborne whenever the guano is disturbed. If anyone breathes this air in, they are putting themselves at significant risk of contracting an infection.
Without the correct safety gear, carrying out the work is incredibly dangerous. We provide our technicians with all of the apparatus and equipment they require to carry out the work while keeping themselves safe from infection. This includes:
- P3 Filter Mask
- Goggles
- Overall and Gloves
Filter masks are not created equal; not every single variety is going to offer the necessary protection against infection. The mask has to be of P3 grade, and we make sure that this is precisely what is made available to our technicians.
Training and equipment are required to clear up guano. Never, by any means, send your staff to carry out the work – you will be putting them at significant risk.
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Despite being protected under wildlife laws, birds cause just as many problems as many other species which are considered strictly to be pests. Without taking the necessary precautions, birds will have a very adverse effect on your property.
Our company has a proud history of keeping homes and businesses in Edinburgh and the surrounding area free from pests and have built a fantastic group of talented technicians.
Our sales representatives will carry out a thorough inspection of your property and develop a control strategy that responds to your individual situation and related needs.
In order to make an enquiry or to schedule in some work, today, call us today on 0131 322 1291.
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