Bird control can be a frequent and problematic issue, with even the smallest of birds causing a variety of problems. Whether you are a shop owner who is sick of having to deal with pigeon droppings on your shop front, a farmer whose crops are eaten by crows, or a homeowner with a birds nest built in a gutter, the late-summer months often seem to exasperate the issues at hand.
Not only are birds an immediate nuisance to those they effect, they can also cause complications in the long run. For example the issue of nesting can not only cause clogged drains and flues, but it can also make an insect infestation more likely in the long term; leading to potential health and safety hazards and noise. In addition to this they also create aesthetically unpleasing droppings which carry over 50 diseases such as E. coli and Salmonella that can cause damage to buildings, masonry, and pipes due to the acidity.
There are numerous methods of eradicating pests and preventing future infestations, however common methods of bird control include:
- Bird netting
- Bird spikes
- Non-toxic bird gel
- Falconry response
- Egg and nest removal
There are many common misconceptions surrounding pest bird species and their removal. Under the General License and Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981, many common pest bird species including: feral pigeons, seagulls, starlings and house sparrow birds, are protected and in fact cannot be dealt with without a good reason and authorisation.
The complex legislative nature of bird control and risk of a £5000 fine or six months in prison means that if you are subject to problems caused by birds, it is vital you do not attempt to deal with the issues at hand yourself. Instead seek the help of a professional such as Holgate Pest Control Services who are experienced in dealing with bird control, not only the removal and moving on of many different bird species but also the prevention of any future infestations.
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