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Got Pigeons on Your Building? Why you need to get rid of them...
February 1, 2016
If you’re a building owner or facilities manager, pigeons can be one of your worst enemies. That’s because these “rats with wings” can cause all sorts of problems. Bird droppings on entryways, walkways, display windows, benches, canopies, umbrellas and nearby lampposts can turn away business and customers. Cleanups and maintenance brought on by excessive pigeon presence can run into the thousands of dollars. Here’s just a sampling of what makes pigeons such a pest:
Why Pigeons are such Pests: 4 reasons to get rid of pigeons from your building
- Equipment Damage. Nesting debris, feathers and droppings can damage AC units, skylights, solar panels, security cameras, lighting systems, signage, ventilators and drainage areas.
- Roof Damage. Pigeon droppings can eat into the sub-roofing materials and eventually cause leaks. Pigeon nesting debris can stop up rainspouts and gutters, causing water to seep under roofing tiles. In the case of a flat roof, clogged rain gutters can result in hundreds or even thousands of gallons of water pooling up on the roof.
- Pigeons Create Fire Hazards. Pigeon nesting debris and feathers make excellent kindling for fires. When this debris gathers in electric signs or other electrical machinery, a heated bulb or tiny spark can easily ignite a fire that can destroy an entire building.
- Pigeons Pose a Health Hazards. One pigeon can produce up to 25 pounds of droppings annually. This waste can carry any of 60 known diseases, including histoplasmosis and West Nile Encephalitis.
Got Pigeons?
Pigeons can be one of the most destructive birds when it comes to urban areas. They are naturally acclimated to our cities, with their tall buildings, lack of predators and abundance of food. To truly understand how to combat a pigeon infestation, you need to know more about the birds. Download the Pigeon Facts guide today to learn more about pigeons and how to keep them off your property.
Pigeons are complex and one of the most intelligent birds in nature. They are one of only a small number of species to pass the “mirror test”, they can recognize themselves in a mirror, each letter of the human alphabet and differentiate between different people with in a photo
Bird B Gone has over 90 years of combined experience in how to get rid of pigeons. We can help you with product selection, installation and cleanup. Just call us at (800) 392-6915 for a catalog, pricing, or product samples or email us at [email protected]. We also work with a network of authorized installers, call today for a trained bird control professional in your area.
Company: Bird-B-Gone, Inc.
Source: http://www2.birdbgone.com/pigeon-facts
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