Pigeon Control

Pigeon control is an real must almost everywhere in the world. They cause millions of dollars in structural damages each year, pose real health risks to people and pets and can drive you absolutely crazy.

Although pigeons make some extremely annoying sounds - especially when mating or laying eggs - it's their feces that causes most of the problems. Simply put - there's just so much of it! Examples:

• Pigeon feces is extremely acidic and will damage almost any surface that it accumulates on. Car paint, cement, pavers, walls, etc. Pigeons really are equal opportunity damagers!
• Because of the sheer volume of feces, it can cause rain gutters and any type of roof drainage system to clog up. When this happens, water backs up and goes places that the builder never intended for water to be. This can even cause water damage inside of the structure.
• If not cleaned up and removed on a regular basis, pigeon feces will destroy any type of roof. Shingle, tile, metal, foam - none can hold up to the constant onslaught from pigeons. The acidity breaks the roof down, and if allowed to accumulate, the feces will soak up and back up rain water and become extremely heavy. If you have an ongoing problem with pigeons on your roof, it's not a question of if you'll have to replace your roof, but when.
• Solar panel pigeon control has become quite the booming business over the past several years. This is because most solar panels are configured in such a way as to provide the absolute perfect nesting opportunities for pigeons. The offer protection from both the elements and from predators. Solar panels can create a virtual Shangri-La for pigeons leading to huge populations in a very short time.
• Sanitation: because pigeons actually nest in/on their feces (and their dead!), it's common for various fungi, bacteria, molds and insects to be present in and around pigeon nests.
• Health risks to humans and pets: pigeons are known to harbor - and share! - several different diseases and parasites. They can be transmitted, or shared, with humans in a variety of ways. However, the most common way is - again - via feces. As pigeon feces dries it becomes weaponized by turning into a powder. This powder becomes airborne and is easily transported via even the slightest air movement. Every time a door or window is opened; every time an air conditioner or heater comes on; every time a fan blows, more of this weaponized pigeon feces is introduced into the spaces where humans live, work, eat and sleep.

There are several professional grade pigeon control products and devices. Often it's a combination of few of these options that gets the job done. At BirdBusters we have the experience and knowhow to help you compose a pigeon control system that is perfect for your unique pigeon problem. Give us a call at 703-299-8855 or fill out the contact form below for help. We really do know how to get rid of pigeons!