When they’re flying around in the sky, birds are majestic creatures.
Unfortunately, when they land and nest on your property, they can quickly cause serious issues.
From disturbances to damage to property, birds can cause a variety of issues.
The most common bird species that are considered pests in the UK are pigeons and gulls, but crows, sparrows, starlings and other birds can also be a problem if allowed to roost and nest in busy areas.
Whether it’s a business premises dealing with excessive bird guano or a home that needs pigeon proofing for its solar panels, BH Pest Control is here to help.
Our bird proofing experts have the expertise to install a range of bird deterrents, including bird spikes, bird netting and more.
Operating across Milton Keynes, we have experience removing nuisance birds from farms, businesses, and homes.
We’re ready and waiting to help, so call 01908 412488 to book your bird control visit.
The Dangers Of Pest Birds
Birds might seem harmless, but they can cause serious damage to property and pose a health risk. The main dangers of bird pests include:
- Diseases: Through their guano, birds can spread a number of diseases that can be potentially fatal to humans, including Histoplasmosis, Psittacosis, Bird Flu, and Salmonella.
- Parasites: As well as diseases, birds can also spread a variety of parasites, such as bird mites, fleas and ticks.
- Property Damage: Birds can cause damage to buildings by knocking off roof tiles or through the spread of their guano, which can be corrosive and particularly damaging to solar panel technology.
- Disturbance: Businesses, in particular, may face disturbance issues from pest birds, as they can drive customers away, be incredibly noisy and cause downtime if they enter your commercial property.
- Attacks: Some birds, such as seagulls, have been known to attack humans, especially if they’re looking to take food from them.
- Crop Damage: For rural businesses and farms, birds can contaminate food stores and damage crops.
To avoid these issues, you need professional bird control services. Our team are experts in pigeon and seagull control, but we can deter any bird species. For large companies, we offer comprehensive commercial pest control services to manage your entire site and keep out birds as well as other vermin. Contact us today to find out more.
Bird Proofing Methods To Suit Any Property
There are many bird deterrent solutions available, including bird-free gel, post-and-wire, falconry and more. The most common solutions we employ are bird netting and bird spikes.
Bird Netting
Bird netting can be the ideal barrier to stop pest birds from entering your property or gaining access to parts of your building, such as the roof or ledges.
As such, bird netting is the ideal solution for many businesses, particularly those in populated areas with a large bird population.
Birds are often attracted to urban areas because people feed them, and there’s lots of rubbish to pick through, so netting can be the ideal way to stop them from causing damage.
Bird Spikes
Birds often like to sit on ledges, such as window sills and roof ridges. From there, they can find spots to nest and cause property damage by leaving behind their droppings.
With pigeon spikes, you can make your property uncomfortable for birds and cause them to roost elsewhere.
Birds are well known to have good memories, so they will remember that a roof with spikes on it isn’t safe to perch on and will avoid the area in future.
Bird Guano Removal
As well as bird control solutions, BH Pest Control can also offer jet washing services to remove bird droppings from your property.
Since guano is a major problem for businesses and homes due to its corrosive properties and the dangers of slipping on it, removing it fast is important.
If it is breathed in, guano can cause major health issues, so it should only be tackled with the right PPE and equipment. Our experts have the experience needed to remove bird droppings effectively and safely.
Professional Bird Control Services Throughout Milton Keynes
Pest birds can be a real nuisance, particularly to rural companies in areas like Milton Keynes. They can irritate customers and cause damage to commercial buildings.
In urban areas, such as town centres, pigeons can cause a health hazard due to their droppings, which can spread diseases and be dangerous if inhaled.
For eco-friendly homeowners, pigeons and other birds like to nest under solar panels, which can damage the technology and make it less effective. As such, they need to be moved on fast.
Our team offers a full range of bird control solutions, and the service we suggest will vary based on a variety of factors, including your budget, the size of your property and the nature of the bird infestation.
Bird control measures such as netting and spikes should be installed by professionals, because if they’re not used correctly, they might not be effective. Birds can easily sidestep badly fitted spikes and get through even small gaps in netting.
Thankfully, our team has experience carrying out effective bird proofing that lasts for many years and stops nuisance birds of all shapes and sizes.
To get bespoke bird control support, call BH Pest Control today on 01908 412488 to find out more and put an end to your bird issues for good.