We are all aware of the fact that pigeon droppings ruin the look of many public areas, monuments and roofs. However, what most people don’t know is that their faeces contain uric acid which makes the droppings not only visually unattractive, but also dangerous because they can damage the roof surface. They are also packed with bacteria and fungi that can potentially damage your health.
Some of the health problems that people can experience due to exposure to pigeon droppings include psittacosis, histoplasmosis, encephalitis and cryptococcosis. Both residential and commercial buildings can witness this kind of problem because pigeons don’t need much living space. The best way to protect yourself from these droppings is to get rid of the pigeons and here are three ways you can do this:
1. First of all, you can rely on anti-roosting strips with spikes that you can place on any area where pigeons are gathering. The most common place where they gather and live is of course, the roof. At Total Bird Control we can supply with bird spikes that are specifically aimed at pigeon control.
2. The second step is to close all the entry points on your roof. You should check the attic and the vents as well as the roofing material. If you block every hole and crack in them, they won’t be able to dwell there. Use some netting right below the places where pigeons tend to nest.
3. Finally, you can use some scare tactics. You can use loud noises from special devices to scare them away. There are many people who use reflective materials to get rid of pigeons because the reflections of light make them nervous and they eventually will move on to find somewhere the believe will be safer. Putting up fake birds of prey on the roof can also have this affect.
Keep in mind that getting rid of pigeons on the roof can take some time, and it sometimes takes a bit of perseverance to get rid of them for good.
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