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BIRCH FUMIGATORS

est. 1900

Don't Let Bugs Get the Best of You

BIRCH FUMIGATORS

est. 1900

Don't Let Bugs Get the Best of You

How to Deal with Pigeon Infestation

Dealing with a pigeon infestation requires a comprehensive approach to ensure effective pigeon control and prevention. Birch Fumigators offers a range of services and methods to manage and eliminate pigeons from your property. Here are detailed strategies and facts to help you understand and tackle pigeon infestations:

Pigeon Control Methods

  1. Pigeon Spikes
    • Application: Install pigeon spikes on rooftops, ledges, and other surfaces to prevent pigeons from landing and roosting. These spikes are an effective deterrent, reducing the accumulation of pigeon droppings in the treated areas.
    • Benefits: By preventing pigeons from settling, you minimize the risk of property damage and health hazards associated with pigeon droppings.
  2. Stealth Netting
    • Application: Use stealth netting to block pigeons from accessing specific areas, such as balconies, rooftops, and other high locations. This method is discreet and highly effective in preventing pigeons from nesting.
    • Benefits: Stealth netting offers a humane solution to pigeon control, protecting your property without harming the birds.
  3. Live Trapping
    • Application: Implement live trapping techniques to capture pigeons humanely. Once trapped, pigeons can be relocated to a more suitable environment away from your property.
    • Benefits: Live trapping is a safe and ethical way to reduce pigeon populations and manage infestations.
  4. Bird Wire
    • Application: Install bird wire systems to prevent pigeons from landing on ledges, rooftops, and other surfaces. Bird wire is an effective physical barrier that deters pigeons.
    • Benefits: Bird wire systems are durable and provide long-term solutions to pigeon control.

 

Facts About Pigeons

  • Droppings: A single pigeon can deposit over 11 kilograms of droppings per year. Pigeon droppings are acidic and can cause significant damage to shingles, siding, and other building materials.
  • Lifespan and Reproduction: Pigeons have a lifespan of up to 4 years and reproduce year-round, leading to rapid population growth if not controlled.
  • Disease: Pigeon droppings are a source of disease, carrying pathogens such as salmonella, and parasites like fleas, lice, and mites, which pose health risks to humans and pets.

 

Prevention Tips

  • Seal Entry Points: Pigeons love to nest in buildings, often in high-up locations out of reach of most predators. Seal all entry points to prevent pigeons from accessing potential nesting sites.
  • Avoid Feeding Pigeons: Pigeons will return in greater numbers if a nourishing food supply is available. As scavenger birds, they will attempt to eat almost anything. Avoid feeding pigeons to discourage them from returning to your property.

 

Comprehensive Pigeon Control Solutions

Birch Fumigators provides expert pigeon control services tailored to your specific needs. Our team of certified pest control professionals is equipped with the latest technology and methods to ensure effective pigeon pest management. Whether you need pigeon spikes, stealth netting, live trapping, Avitrol baiting programs, or bird wire, we have the solutions to help you eliminate pigeon problems.

For effective and reliable pigeon control, contact Birch Fumigators today. Let us help you protect your property from the damage and health risks associated with pigeon infestations.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Protecting your garden or crops from pigeons can be achieved through various methods. Installing bird netting around the garden area creates a physical barrier that prevents pigeons from accessing the plants and crops. Scare devices such as reflective tape or decoy predators can also be effective in deterring pigeons. Regularly removing fallen fruits, seeds, or other food sources from the ground reduces the attractiveness of the area to pigeons. Implementing these preventive measures can help safeguard your garden or crops from potential damage caused by pigeons.

Food establishments can be attractive to pigeons due to the abundance of food sources available. Pigeons are opportunistic feeders and can be drawn to outdoor dining areas, garbage containers with accessible food scraps, and improperly stored or exposed food items. To deter pigeons, it is essential to properly manage and dispose of food waste, ensure that garbage containers are securely closed and clean, and consider implementing physical barriers or deterrents that prevent pigeons from accessing outdoor dining areas. Implementing these measures can help reduce the attractiveness of food establishments to pigeons and minimize the risk of infestations.

To prevent pigeons from nesting on your balcony or patio, you can employ several effective strategies. Installing physical barriers such as bird netting or wire mesh around the affected areas can create an obstacle that prevents pigeons from accessing nesting spots. Placing visual deterrents like scare devices or reflective surfaces can also make the area less attractive to pigeons. Additionally, maintaining cleanliness by regularly removing food sources, nesting materials, and droppings can discourage pigeons from settling in these areas. Providing alternative nesting sites such as birdhouses away from your property can redirect pigeons’ attention and offer them suitable alternatives.

It is not recommended to remove pigeons and their nests yourself. Pigeons can carry diseases, and their nests may contain parasites. Removing nests without proper knowledge and protective gear can be hazardous. Birch fumigators have the expertise and equipment to safely handle the removal of pigeons and their nests, ensuring the proper protocols are followed.

The time required to effectively control a pigeon infestation can vary depending on the extent of the problem. A professional fumigator will assess the situation, develop a tailored plan, and provide an estimated timeline for the control process. Factors such as the size of the property and the level of infestation will influence the duration of the treatment.

In most cases, there is no need to leave your property during pigeon control treatments. Birch fumigators take appropriate precautions to ensure your safety and minimize disruption. However, they may advise temporary evacuation of certain areas or provide specific instructions based on the treatments being implemented.

Birch Fumigators experienced in pigeon control can assess the extent of the infestation, safely remove pigeons and nests, implement exclusion measures to prevent their return, and install deterrents to discourage roosting and nesting. They can also provide sanitation services to clean up droppings and debris, as well as offer ongoing monitoring and maintenance for effective long-term control.

To discourage pigeons from roosting or nesting, it’s important to remove food sources, secure garbage containers, install bird deterrents like spikes or wire mesh on ledges and roofs, and seal off any access points to potential nesting sites. Maintaining cleanliness and promptly addressing any potential attractants can also help deter pigeons.

Pigeon infestations pose several risks. Pigeon droppings can contain harmful bacteria, fungi, and parasites that can lead to respiratory issues and diseases. The corrosive nature of their droppings can also cause damage to structures over time. Accumulated droppings can create slippery surfaces, increasing the risk of slip and fall accidents. Additionally, pigeons can attract other pests, such as mites and ticks, leading to additional infestations and health concerns.

Pigeons are attracted to urban areas due to the availability of food sources, sheltered roosting spots, and nesting opportunities. Common attractions include open garbage containers, outdoor dining areas, building ledges, and accessible roof spaces. Additionally, pigeons are highly adaptable and can breed rapidly, leading to larger populations if not addressed.

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