Professional Bird Control in Gloucester and Cheltenham

Feral pigeons are known to be problematic as they deface buildings, resulting in unsightly stained windows and brickwork. Feral pigeons originally descended from Rock Doves and have successfully adapted to urban environments where they can nest almost anywhere. Relatively safe from natural predators, a sick and weakened pigeon can easily infect a healthy population with diseases like psittacosis, commonly referred to as ornithoses, which can be transmitted to humans. Their excement can also spread diseases. When dry, their excement can become airborne and the particles can lead to respiratory issues for humans when inhaled.

Pigeon excement is acidic and it has the potential to corrode many materials including stonework, metals and brickwork. Their nesting materials can also block guttering, flues and even chimneys, which can cause potential carbon monoxide issues if the gases are not free to vent. The fouling on buildings not only looks unpleasant, but it can emits odors.

A business’ reputation therefore may suffer if bird control is an issue, as it can potentially deter customers. Feral pigeon activity is closely also associated with parasites like mites, so neglecting a feral pigeon problem can also lead to a parasite infestation as well.

For bird control contact PestEx Professional Pest Control.