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The problems Pigeons Cause in the UK and How to Prevent them

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The problems Pigeons Cause in the UK and How to Prevent them

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  1. EXPERT  TIPS  FROM   CATCH-­‐IT  PEST  CONTROL  LTD  LONDON     The  problems  Pigeons  Cause  in  the  UK  and  How  to  Prevent  them   London  specialists  share  their  insights  and  top  pigeon  deterrents       Pigeons  on  tour  property  can  be  a  nuisance,  damaging  to  buildings  and  harmful  to  health.   Pigeons  are  known  to...   ◆      Spread  diseases  and  bacteria     ◆      Corrode  and  cause  damage  to  buildings   ◆      Be  a  general  nuisance  and  attract  other  pests   ◆      Impact  the  environmental  balance       CATCH-­‐IT  PEST  CONTROL  LTD  LONDON  |  www.pestcontrol4london.co.uk  |  0208  787  5929    

  2. Pigeons  are  a  common  nuisance  in  the  UK,  and  are  a  problem  that  is  often  ignored  because  we  don’t   know  how  to  deal  with  them.  Your  property  could  be  susceptible  to  a  whole  host  of  issues  if  you  don’t   exterminate  these  pests.       The  Problems  Pigeons  Cause   •   most  common  means  of  catching  diseases  from  pigeons  is  from  inhaling  dust  from  dried  droppings.     Pigeons  carry  an  unexpectedly  large  number  of  diseases  that  can  be  passed  on  to  humans.  The   •   unhindered,  leading  to  overpopulation.     Pigeons  don't  have  many  serious  predators,  which  results  in  them  breeding  in  vast  numbers   •   pigeon  feathers  may  cause  respiratory  issues.   Pigeons  are  known  to  carry  mites.  These  can  lead  to  skin  disease  in  humans,  while  dust  from   •   feathers.  This  waste  causes  blockages  in  gutters  and  vents.     Gutter/Vent  Destruction  -­‐  Pigeons  sit  on  roofs,  where  they  will  roost,  leave  droppings  and  shed         •   fire  escapes,  making  them  very  dangerous  when  trying  to  move  fast.     Accidents  -­‐  Fresh  droppings  are  slippery  and  can  cause  accidents,  especially  on  window  sills  and   CATCH-­‐IT  PEST  CONTROL  LTD  LONDON  |  www.pestcontrol4london.co.uk  |  0208  787  5929    

  3. •   causing  problems  in  the  ecosystem  and  having  an  environmental  impact.     Species  Depopulation  -­‐  Other  species  of  bird  may  be  driven  out  as  pigeons  move  in  to  find  food,   •   unsightly.     External  damage  -­‐  Pigeons  cause  external  damage,  staining  brickwork  and  making  buildings  look   •   for  other  pests  to  enter  through.   Structure  Damage  -­‐  Droppings  are  acidic  which  corrode  the  outside  of  buildings,  leaving  cracks   •   Both  commercial  and  private  properties  can  be  affected  by  pigeons,  especially  in  urban  areas.           Deterring  &  Preventing  Pigeons     •   control  technician  is  permitted  to  use  government-­‐approved  control  methods  include  trapping  or   drugging  followed  by  humane  destruction  and  shooting.   All  pigeon  pest  control  problems  should  be  taken  seriously.  However,  only  a  specialist  pest   •   substances  that  may  entangle  a  pigeon.  It  is  also  an  offence  to  deliberately  kill  a  racing  pigeon.     Under  UK  law  it  is  illegal  to  use  spring  traps,  poisons,  some  types  of  netting,  gassing  or  sticky   •   are  all  simple  and  easy  to  put  in  place,  very  effective  and  cheap  to  buy.     You  may  use  landing  deterrents  such  as  spikes,  legally  permitted  types  of  goo,  and  string,  which   CATCH-­‐IT  PEST  CONTROL  LTD  LONDON  |  www.pestcontrol4london.co.uk  |  0208  787  5929    

  4. •   feed  them  once  they’ll  keep  coming  back  for  second  helpings.     Don’t  feed  them.  Pigeons  are  known  to  be  some  of  the  greediest  birds  in  the  country,  and  if  you         •   some  types  of  net  are  forbidden  in  the  UK.     The  use  of  pigeon  netting  is  probably  the  most  common  because  of  how  effective  it  is,  although   •   pigeon,  and  keep  them  away  from  your  home.     One  of  the  easiest  methods  is  using  pigeon  scarers.  A  model  of  a  bird  of  prey  will  be  a  threat  to  a   •   the  human  ear.  This  noise  if  very  annoying  to  pigeons,  but  may  prevent  any  birds  coming  near  your   property  at  all.     Ultrasonic  scarers  are  also  available,  which  produce  high  frequency  sounds  that  are  inaudible  to   •   natural  deterrent,  but  this  method  requires  a  lot  of  upkeep.     Try  using  spices  to  prevent  pigeons  approaching  your  property.  You  will  love  the  smell  of  this  all-­‐ •   them  and  use  them  to  get  into  your  loft  space  to  nest.   Mend  holes  in  your  property.  If  you  have  small  cracks  in  your  roof  or  wall,  a  pigeon  may  find   •   equipment.     Always  ask  for  the  help  of  a  professional  when  installing  pigeon  deterring  and  prevention   CATCH-­‐IT  PEST  CONTROL  LTD  LONDON  |  www.pestcontrol4london.co.uk  |  0208  787  5929    

  5. •   comes  to  replacement,  but  with  proper  upkeep  you’ll  soon  notice  the  pigeon  population  decrease.     Keep  your  pest  control  consistent.  Many  methods  require  maintenance  and  vigilance  when  it         About  Us   -­‐-­‐-­‐  Catch-­‐it  Ltd  offer  affordable,  24  hour  emergency  pest  services  across  the  whole  of  London  and  the   home  counties.  Watch  our  video  about  our  range  of  UK  services  for  more  info.   -­‐-­‐-­‐  Being  one  of  the  most  trusted  pest  control  companies  in  London,  we  provide  the  full  range  of  low   cost  services  for  pigeon  pest  control  as  well  as  pest  infestations  of  all  kinds.   CATCH-­‐IT  PEST  CONTROL  LTD  LONDON  |  www.pestcontrol4london.co.uk  |  0208  787  5929    

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