Pigeon Control Services in The North West

If you are suffering from the consequences of a pigeon presence or pigeon population explosion on your property or land in the North West, then rest assured that Pest Professionals can help. We can provide you with instant advice and help you to control any type of pigeon problem in two very simple and effective steps:

The no obligation phone consultation applies to both residential and business customers in the North West area. No pigeon control job is too large or too small for us to consider. Where appropriate we are able to advise on any immediate action required to protect your, property, garden or crops prior to a visit. If a visit is called for we let you know if there will be a call out fee and also advise on the probable costs of any pigeon control measures should they be required.

Why Pigeon Control is Necessary

There are believed to be more than 18 million pigeons in the UK. Not only are they definitely very messy they easily damage roofing, and nests quite often block gutting and chimney flues. They can additionally be a health hazard, not just from their droppings, but also because they have been known to carry disease. These include Chiamdiosis, a virus much like influenza, and Psittacosis, similar to pneumonia.

Pigeons are a particular problem in town and city centres and it’s estimated that councils devote up to £15 million a year cleaning up pigeon waste, which not only result in buildings to look unpleasant, but can also present a health hazard when dried as it’s thought that spores from dried droppings when inhaled can trigger a flu-like illness in humans. Furthermore nests and roosts are commonly infested with undesirable insects such as mites, and sometimes there is no choice but to implement control methods.

Methods of Pigeon Control

The killing or clearing of birds from an area is rarely a successful method because it just simply creates a vacuum which other birds will move into. Bird proofing through a variety of means is the best solution.

Bird work is dangerous, and should only be carried out by a qualified, experienced, licensed and insured professional pest controller in accordance with the Health and Safety Act 1974.

There are numerous methods that can be employed inside and out including netting, spikes, expanding foam and modern proofing and deterrent products. We have a number of knowledgeable bird proofing professionals who would be pleased to offer their advice.

If you need sound advice or rapid solutions to pigeon problems anywhere in the North West’s cities, towns or villages – speak to us.