Feral pigeons and urban buildings are a deadly mix. The problem is exacerbated as pigeons are social birds that tend to congregate in large numbers, which means large volumes of excrement (dropping).
Pigeon droppings on an air conditioning unit
Pigeon removal is important as their droppings contains high levels of uric acid, phosphate, nitrates and other compounds which makes it highly corrosive and can cause rust on any exposed metal work to your building if left uncleaned. Dried pigeon droppings contains dangerous funguses and bacteria which have been linked to severe illness in people with respiratory problems or allergies.
A number of public liability claims include claims from exposure to dried pigeon droppings have occurred. Wet or damp pigeon droppings is also dangerous as it makes the ground slippery and is a slip and fall hazard.
Pigeons roosting on a window awning
If you don’t take action to remove it from your walkways, you may be liable for any injuries arising from a slip. In addition, pigeon droppings can block gutters and down-pipes which can lead to water damage to your building during storms.
Aside from the droppings problem, roosting pigeons are a siren call for a whole host of other pests to move in. Nesting pigeons bring bird lice with them which create acute misery for humans who become incredibly itchy when the lice move on from the birds to human fodder. Pigeon roosts attract rats and snakes that see them as a ready food source.
Pigeons feeding on scraps
While spilled seeds and food from pigeon roosts draws in mice and cockroaches to the area, which means your pest problem can quickly spiral out of control.
If pigeons have taken up residence in your school, building or home in Brisbane and you need to get rid of pigeons, we install deterrents such as anti-roosting or perching spikes and bird netting . You also need all accumulated pigeon droppings removed from the premises to minimise health risks for staff and clients.
