The first place to start is usually by clearing out any waste and having a good clean up.
If you have had a problem with pest birds – or still do – there is every possibility that they have left an unsightly mess behind.
Bird droppings are incredibly messy and can cover a large area. More than that they are also difficult to remove and can harbour germs and disease.
Left for long enough they can also damage surfaces so swift action is ideal.
How big is the problem?
How do you begin to start clearing up bird droppings? A lot of it depends on the extent of the problem. In a domestic setting where the owner is dealing with a small amount of bird droppings it can be more easily dealt with.
However, if the house has seen a lengthy problem with pigeons, for example, this could be a much bigger job – particularly in hard to reach areas such as the roof.
Likewise in a commercial setting where birds have been roosting for some time it is very likely there is a large scale problem that will be difficult to get rid of – and could present a health risk if not cleaned up carefully.
Airborne dust from bird droppings if inhaled can lead to serious illness including Psittacosis and salmonella.
What to do to get rid of bird droppings?
Clearing up bird droppings following a problem with pest birds will more than likely need to be done by experts.
Professional decontamination of the area will ensure a high standard of cleaning that will remove tough stains – and will be carried out in accordance with health and safety guidelines to minimise the risk to workers.
For one-off incidents you can usually tackle the mess yourself, but remember to take care over contamination.
- Protect yourself by using gloves and, if you have one, a mask;
- Soak the area with warm water to loosen the droppings;
- If possible use a hose to blast away the remainder or use a spray cleaner and a cloth or brush;
- Disinfect brushes to remove bacteria or throw away cloths to cut the risk of bacteria spreading when finished.