Bird Control Legislation
Understanding the impact of Bird Control legislation on your business
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Birds
Birds in the wrong location, in particular pigeons and seagulls can become a real nuisance for your business. It’s not just the mess they make; they can also damage your premises by dislodging roof tiles, blocking guttering and drive away your customers affecting your reputation. There are other problems that mean you should adopt bird control measures sooner rather than later. Pigeons and seagulls on your premises can:
- Deface buildings & vehicles with their droppings. They frequently foul entrances and pavements, which can become dangerously slippery.
- Encourage insect infestations such as bird mites, textile beetles and fleas – these are attracted to their nests and roosting sites.
- Attack customers and staff, especially during the breeding season when they are defending their young.
- Be a health hazard, by spreading diseases such as Ornithosis, E.Coli and Salmonella.
What is bird control?
Bird Control refers to the practice of managing and deterring birds from roosting, nesting or causing damage to buildings and properties. Businesses often need bird control solutions to prevent issues caused by pest birds such as pigeons and gulls. At Rentokil, we offer a range of humane bird control methods designed to protect your premises without harming the birds. These methods are non-lethal and effective in reducing bird-related problems.
Rentokil's bird control services are tailored to individual business needs, offering environmentally friendly solutions that align with wildlife protection laws.
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Bird Species & Guides
Some UK bird species can become a serious nuisance in the wrong locations - ask anyone who has had pigeons roosting or gulls nesting on their business premises. Not only can they cause damage to property, but their detritus can also potentially spread diseases. Here are some of the UK bird species that can cause issues in the wrong location.
Diseases of Birds
Birds are known to carry a range of diseases, also hosts to other insect pests. Pigeons are host to ticks, fleas and birds mites. Infections can be spread to humans from their bird droppings and nests.
Disease carried by pigeons and seagulls can make humans seriously ill. Avoiding a bird infestation is the first step in prevention of the infestation. It is important to act fast to reduce health hazards.
Some disease that birds carry:
- Salmonella - bacteria disposed by gulls and pigeons, can lead to Salmonellosis and Paratyphoid fever
- Psittacosis -Ornithologist or also known as pigeon Fancier's lung is an transmitted by inhaling bacteria from dried dropping or handling feathers.
- Fowl - transmitted to people exposed to the faeces or other excretions from an infected pigeon.
- Escherichia coli (E.Coli) - virus is mostly spread by seagulls, can lead to gastroenteritis and septicaemia.
- Fungal infection - Carried by bird droppings leads to histoplasmosis and cryptococcosis carried in bird droppings
- Bird mites - Feed on bird blood but will bite humans. these are found withing roosting and nesting places.
Expert Gull and Pigeon Control
Our avian specialists are experienced in dealing with pest birds on your premises. We use discreet, cost-effective methods of pigeon or gull control that won’t harm the birds or disrupt your business.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bird Control
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What is the best method of bird control?
The best method of bird control depends on your specific needs and location.
Commonly, bird netting and bird spikes are highly effective and humane solutions. Bird netting is ideal for covering large areas, preventing birds from accessing spaces without causing them harm, while spikes deter birds from landing on ledges and roftops.
Intelligent bird scaring uses visual and auditory deterrents to repel birds safely and for a natural option, bird hawking services use trained birds of prey to safely scare away pest birds, making it an excellent solution for large, open spaces.
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Can pest control get rid of birds?
Yes, professional pest control services like ours offer safe and humane solutions to remove or deter birds from your property. Methods such as bird netting, spikes and intelligent bird scaring are used to keep birds away without harming them. In larger spaces, hawking can be employed, where trained birds of prey help deter birds naturally and harmlessly.
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Why are pigeons and gulls roosting on my property?
Birds like pigeons and gulls roost on rooftops to gain a high vantage point, allowing them to observe nearby feeding areas such as gardens, parks or open spaces. Your premises may be providing an ideal lookout spot for them, safe from predators. This is a natural behaviour for these birds.
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What's the solution for birds on aerials, making a mess?
Pigeons often roost on aerials and antennas because they offer a high, secure perch. Installing stainless steel spikes is an effective solution to deter them from landing whilst being humane and not causing them harm. Rentokil also provides a specialised clean-up service to remove pigeon droppings (guano), mess and detritus from the roof or surrounds of your premises.
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How do I prevent birds from resting on window sills?
Installing bird spikes is a reliable solution to help prevent birds from resting on your window sills. These bird deterrents can be adjusted to how your windows open, ensuring that birds cannot land or roost, but cause them no harm.
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Won't my solar panels or roof tiles be damaged when you fit bird proofing?
Rentokil's trained professionals safely install solar panel bird proofing solutions, ensuring no damage to the panels or roof tiles. The simplist way to protect solar panels from birds is by installing specially designed durable meshing that prevents birds from accessing the area beneath the panels. This solution safeguards wiring, equipment, and the roof from bird-related damage while remaining humane.
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