Birds - Pigeons

Birds - Pigeons

In urban areas, birds such as pigeons are primarily a problem in commercial venues such as shopping centres, hospitals and hotels etc., though they can enter houses via chimneys, down pipes, vents and under eaves and roof tiles. Apart from the mess and corrosive damage to surfaces that their droppings cause, pigeons can also transmit numerous diseases via their droppings. Other birds that can be pests for homeowners include starlings, Indian mynah birds and sparrows.

Control

Pigeons are a serious nuisance; taking steps to prevent them from getting entry to your house is often the best for long-term elimination of the problem. This can involve installing preventative measures such as bird spikes on ledges, bird netting, aluminium plates over gaps as well as fixing broken down pipes etc. As well, make sure all food such as pet's food, and water, is not left out to attract pigeons, and destroy any nests. Other solutions involve the use of scare devices and Perspex, which is too slippery for pigeons to land on. Trapping, using baits and shooting pigeons is not straightforward and may only ever achieve short-term gains. For successful results, a professional pest controller is best placed to explain to you all your options.