BIRD CONTROL

Birds cause damage to buildings and infrastructure and are an occupational health & safety risk.

Many industrial and commercial buildings (factories, office buildings, hotels, hospitals, etc.) suffer from infestations of pest birds. The birds are attracted to these areas due to the shelter and food sources they often provide. Bird problems are not only limited to substantial property damage, the presence of the birds also creates a variety of health and safety issues.

There are 30 known diseases that can be passed from birds to humans.

Effective Bird Management can help in preventing many of these human health issues.

Examples of air-borne and food-borne diseases include: Campylobacter, Chlamydia psittaci, Cryptococcus neoformans, Escherichia coli, Histoplasma spp, Listeria monocytogenes, Salmonella and Vibrio cholerae.

Control Methods

Bird control is an integrated pest management operation. A combination of strategies is almost always required including removal, proofing, and altering behavior.

Total Worx Bird Control are specialist in bird removal and eliminating the source of the problem (the birds), proofing buildings can be an effective exercise to achieve a bird-free environment.

• Structural bird proofing (netting, wires)
• Bird removal (culling)
• Bird baiting programs
• Bird relocation
• Fogging and repellants (hotfoot)

Bird Proofing (Netting)

Documented Bird Management Programmes For Food Warehouses and supermarkets.

• Pre-baiting programmes for long-term pest bird reduction.
• Bird anesthetizing (Alphachloralose/DRC1339) and humane disposal of pest birds by licensed operators.
• Removal of resident pest birds inside storage areas.
• Routine Service visits to reduce a bird problem.
• Site folders and documentation to meet food auditing requirements.

Call us today to get a quote to solve your bird issues.

If you have a food storage warehouse or supermarket, then the only effective method to eliminate a bird problem is a long-term bird control program and reducing the resident bird population on a site. Usually, sparrows and starlings are the predominant birds that affect food storage facilities and are the hardest to control.

Total Worx Pest Control has successfully controlled bird problems ranging from 500 sparrows in a warehouse to a single pigeon. Birds are quite often termed as flying rats, so it makes sense to have a regular bird management programme, At Total Worx Pest we manage birds like rodents and provide a regular service to make sure your site has low levels of bird activity.

Why Bird Control Is Important

Population control becomes more difficult the longer unwanted roosting and nesting goes untreated. Therefore, don’t hesitate to deal with pest birds and be proactive when considering your needs for habitat modification.

Some reasons for bird control include:

• Bird droppings and nesting material can lead to the spread of a number of diseases and the proliferation of ectoparasites like bed bugs, and mites.
• Bird droppings can stain, corrode or otherwise damage building materials.
• Bird droppings on sidewalks can create a safety hazard resulting in the risk of slips and falls.
• Bird nests may create a fire hazard if located near lights or electrical equipment.
• Birds that nest inside or around food production and warehouse facilities may contaminate equipment and products.
• Bird nests can clog drains, thus interfering with water drainage.
• Noise caused by a large bird population, birds roosting in trees and birds getting inside a chimney, above drop ceilings and in vents and flues.

Bird Control for Your Business

Reduced Health Hazards

Birds are known to spread more than 60 transmittable diseases, including Salmonella, histoplasmosis, meningitis and encephalitis. They also carry fleas, ticks, lice and mites.

Prevent Structural Damage

Corrosive bird droppings can erode building finishes, causing costly and ongoing maintenance and repairs.

Reduced Liability

Bird droppings can cause slippery walking and working conditions, leading to potential accidents and lost productivity.

Reinforced Brand Satisfaction

When birds congregating in large numbers, they can be noisy and can offensive to customers. Customers can have a negative brand experience if they are pestered by birds while on your property.

Make your business a no-fly zone.

Our three-step approach to Bird Control is an effective (and responsible) way to help prevent the property damage and health risks that can stem from pest bird infestations. We have a host of techniques and devices to help keep birds from creating a nuisance around commercial buildings.

Each species of pest bird requires a different approach. Whether combating pigeons, sparrows, or starlings, we have has extensive experience in bird biology and behavior, so we can develop a plan that fits the unique situation at your property.
Pest birds cause tens of millions of dollars of damage every year to building facades, roofs and ventilation systems. They are also known to spread disease and can jeopardize the integrity of your brand.

Bird Control Options

We will custom Bird Control programs use scientifically proven techniques to help make your establishment unattractive to birds and reduce current bird problems. Our techniques follow an integrated pest management approach and employ a variety of methods that ensure minimum impact on bird populations and the environment.

Inspection

We will conduct a detailed site survey to evaluate your bird problem, including feeding and watering locations, roosting, nesting and loafing areas, as well as any potential risk to non-targeted species.

Habitat Modification

Habitat modification discourages nesting and roosting. Exclusion is fundamental to an effective habitat modification program, which may include:

• Physical control
• Electronic control
• Chemical control

Complete removal by:

• Trapping
• Culling
• Narcotizing

Ongoing Monitoring and Maintenance:

Backed by over 35 years of local experience, our bird control specialists are experienced in dealing with pests birds and undertake regular training on the best technologies and most effective processes.

 

Need a professional solution to your bird problem? Call Total Worx Pest today on 0800 00 1945