If you have solar panels on your roof in the Metropolitan areas, it’s only a matter of time until you get pigeons moving in. Preventing this ahead of time can save you thousands of dollars and a lot of headaches.
At Pigeon Pros We See The Worst Pigeon Problems Under Solar Panels
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The average pigeon will poop about 25lbs of Pigeon Guano per year. This adds up when you consider that many flocks of pigeons may exceed 20 birds. Doing the math 20 birds at 25 lbs of pigeon poop per year equals 500lbs of droppings annually. Also, consider that each pigeon nest is making 2 more flying pigeons every 3 months annually. Each nest is making 8 more pigeons per year. If your panels have 3 nests underneath that is 24 more pigeons annually. This imaginary flock of pigeons will continue indefinitely to make more pigeons. The amount of droppings on your roof can cause major damage including roof leaks, pest infestations, noise, smell, and disease. We recommend preventive measures for this reason.
Pigeons May Move to Your Unprotected Solar Panels
Pigeon proof solar panels have huge value for homeowners. Most people have no idea what damage and annoyance pigeons cause under their solar panels and on their rooftops. Many people are pigeon proofing their solar panels and causing large flocks of pigeons to move from one house to another. If your solar panels are not pigeon proofed, a huge flock of pigeons may move in overnight. The neighbors got sick of their pigeons and pigeon proofed their panels. These pigeons must go somewhere. You may be next.
Let Pigeon Pros Pigeon Proof Your Solar Panels
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Let Pigeon Pros pigeon proof your solar panels. Why? We have over 26 years of experience doing just that. We have been pigeon proofing solar panels since solar panels were invented. We have perfected the art and we offer a 5 year guarantee. You can trust us to do a great job and stand by our work. Don’t trust your roof and panels to a guy working out of his garage. If you have problems, he won’t be back. Use the trusted source in our industry. Pigeon Pros sets the standard of excellence and we will give you a quality service.
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Since putting in solar panels our roof has been taken over my pigeons. For a couple years after every windy day or monsoon there would be pigeon poop all over backyard turf grass and all in the pool! I would have to literally use a shop vac to vacuum up the poop and also had to scrub clean our pool. BUT TODAY that all ended because I hired Pigeonpros They first cleaned out all the pigeon poop, feathers, nests etc from the roof and underneath all our solar panels along with solar panel cleaning. Then they set up screening around every solar panel and around other areas of our home. BILL & BODIE did an AMAZING job. They went above and beyond. Exceptional customer service too! I HIGHLY recommend this company for anyone else who may need their services. 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 rating for sure! https://g.page/r/CQ73AhDo2X01EAE/review
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Bill and Bowdie at Pideon Pros really did an amazing job with my house! Cleaned up all the mess (BIG mess!) and put up some really nice deterrents! I’m looking forward to a lot less mess in the future! https://g.page/r/CQ73AhDo2X01EAE/review
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Pigeon pros did a fantastic job at being consistent and making sure the customer is happy. They installed bird wire on all peaks or ridges, and installed the bird mesh. They continued to assure that what I needed done got done and to my satisfaction. Bill and Bowdie came to do the install and were very professional and courteous. It was obvious these two knew what they were doing and had the experience to do the job. Bill was also a long time roofer which is great when I had questions. I do recommend them and would prefer you request Bill and Bowdie to do your job.
Have you ever heard a pigeon calling out to another pigeon? Have you ever heard two pigeons making more pigeons? How would you know? Well, pigeons are famous for making a lot of racquet (noise). In fact, it’s a well known fact that pigeons will let you know if they are around. The more they are in an area such as your home or business, the more chance you already know what pigeon cooing sounds like.
If you don’t have a pigeon problem near by it may be very cute to hear the familiar “coo, coo” call of a pigeon. Imagine to yourself or maybe you already have experienced this, Imagine hearing this sound constantly on a daily basis. 5 in the morning, 6, 7, and in fact at almost all hours of the daylight and into the evening.
Pigeons will typically get started with cooing before sunrise. As the bird chatter begins with the first early morning dawn, so does the pigeon noise or cooing begin. The more comfortable a flock of pigeons is, the more you will hear them. Some people may find this sound relaxing and enjoyable, but when it is waking you up an hour before sunrise on the daily, it can quickly lose it’s charm.
If you are hearing pigeons cooing constantly, you can bet that your pigeons are very comfy in their home above yours. If you are tired of all this constant cooing, we are ready to help. For more information about cooing, read on. Click here for a free estimate
Why are pigeons cooing all the time?
Pigeons cooing as they take a bath together
Why exactly do pigeons coo? Pigeons coo for several reasons, mating, calling partners, communication with other pigeons in the area, talking about food or nesting areas, Happiness, and distress. As far as we know, Pigeons are discussing the daily news. Pigeons are very gregarious and it adds to the complexity of the pigeon problem and pain that it causes our customers.
A male pigeon will call out to attract their female partner. As pigeons mate for life, once a partner is found their will be constant communication in the form of cooing. It is possible our human talking sounds a lot the same to a pigeon, so who knows how complex their language is. Some websites claim that the tone and inflection changes in a pigeons voice depending on what is being discussed.
Listen to different Pigeon cooing sounds
Here is a link to hear a few different calls and coo’s from pigeons across the country. These calls were recorded in California, Texas and Pennsylvania. We can assure you the calls sound the same here in the AZ. Listen to pigeon sounds
What can be done about the Pigeons cooing?
If you would like to get rid of your pigeon problem, there are a few very important things you will need to take away from the pigeons.
Take away their shelter
First and foremost, the pigeons live at your property because they have a safe and sheltered place to build their nest and/or nests. These areas must be blocked off. Doing this can be difficult or easy. Every nest area is different.
Take away their food
The pigeons may have been drawn to your property in the first place due to something they are eating on your property. Observation here can be your best friend. Pay close attention to what the pigeons are eating and if possible eliminate that from your space.
Take away their water
Next, especially here in Arizona where we live in a desert, is their water source on your property? You can bet that just like you, the pigeons need water to survive. It’s currently 115 outside here in Phoenix and the birds are drinking water constantly, just like you would if you were trying to survive in the desert. If you can eliminate the water source on your property, it may help curtail the pigeon problem.
Many, many brave souls out in the World have tried to eliminate their own pigeon problem and failed. After endless cooing and droppings, they have had enough and try to eliminate the problem on their own. Pigeons are hard. No shame in trying, but we know how hard it is and we are professionals when it comes to eliminating a pigeon problem. Call us, email us, fill out this quick easy form and we will come out and quickly give you a free evaluation of your problem. Let get rid of your pigeons. We are ready to help.
Let’s talk about what Pigeon Removal Services means and what it can do for you. Simply put, this is the process of eliminating a pigeon problem from your property. Pigeons tend to take up residence on our homes, buildings, hospitals, restaurants, bridges, skyscrapers, abandoned buildings, strip malls, and more. The key ingredient here is the pigeons preference for manmade structures. Pigeons are what we call a commensal pest. A commensal pest lives in close proximity to humans. You won’t find pigeons living far away from humans. For thousands of years pigeons have been raised, eaten, and tended to by humans.
Pigeons are Homing Birds -What does that have to do with a pigeon removal services?
Pigeons rest on a ledge in phoenix metro az coutesy of Pigeonpros a local pigeon removal services company.
If a pigeon had a preference it would live on our homes with us. In ancient times there was a real need to return an important message home. As such people would set out on their journey’s far from home with a pigeon that was born and raised at home. When the time came to send a message home it was simply tied to the leg of the pigeon and released. The pigeon would invariably return home to roost with the important message. In today’s world it is important to understand the biology of pigeons. This biology and instinct is what makes eliminating your pigeon problem so devilishly difficult.
Pigeons do not Migrate
Simply put, a pigeon will live it’s entire life in one nest area. So as a flock of pigeons grows, it will only make your pigeon problem grow as well.
Why do we need a Pigeon Removal Service?
The fact that pigeons will never ever leave on their own brings us to the answer to this question. We need a pigeon removal service because the truth is that pigeon problems can be extremely difficult to eliminate. If it was and easy problem to solve the pigeons would leave easily and you would never need to hire a company like Pigeon Pros to get rid of your pigeons. So let’s dig into what types of Pigeon Removal Services are offered by companies like Pigeonpros.
Types of Pigeon Removal Services that are offered
There are many types of Pigeon Removal Services offered Let’s get into the nuts and bolts of what services are offered and how they can eliminate your pigeon problems. Not all pigeon control services or pigeon removal services will be needed at every property and it’s very important to use the correct services and or products in the correct places.
Pigeon droppings to the tune of 500 lbs come out from under these solar panels cleaned by pigeonpros in phoenix az
Almost every pigeon problem comes with a big mess. This pigeon mess will need to be removed from the property. In some instances a pigeon problem has grown from small problem with two nesting birds to a large problem with 20, 30, even hundreds of pigeons. It is a very common mistake to assume that the pigeons will go away eventually. The result is an amazing amount of pigeon poop, or pigeon droppings. These droppings will need to be physically removed. Pigeons poop at a rate of about 25 lbs of poop per year, per bird. So imagine 6 pigeons on your property would add up to 150lbs of pigeon poop annually.
So you can do the math and quickly see just how much pigeon poop a large flock of pigeons is creating on an annual basis. Add in the smell of the droppings, the feathers, and the constant noise, and you can see that this problem has to be dealt with and the pigeon clean up will always be the first step in the right direction.
Pressure Washing
It was a lot of work to clean up over 500lbs of droppings at this home in Phoenix AZ but Pigeonpros got it done.
After the pigeon mess or pigeon poop is cleaned up and physically removed, it’s time to pressure wash the area clean. The pigeon mess needs to be washed off with a high pressure system to scour the area clean of this mess. Pressure washing is a nice way to do that. Pressure washers use very little water compared to just using a low pressure hose from the closest hose bib. Having a professional pigeon removal service do your pressure washing is important. The high pressure from a pressure washer is capable of doing damage to your property and untrained work can result in damage to your building.
Sanitization or Sanitizing
Pigeon removal services often include sanitization of the pigeon affected areas. This can involve many different chemicals, treatments, sprays, etc. Pigeon droppings are full of diseases, bacteria, and pests. As such a deodorizer, an odor causing bacteria eliminator, and possibly other cleaners may be needed to neutralize the area. At Pigeon Pros we use a bio cleaner that does many things for us all at once. The bottom line is that this step is a very important part of your pigeon removal service.
Solar Panel Pest Abatement or Solar Panel Pigeon Abatement
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Solar panels have quickly become established as a tried and true method of delivering electricity to our homes and businesses. They have just as quickly become a favorite pigeon home for your pigeons. Pigeons love solar panels. The shade under solar panels is very cool. The supports under solar panels makes for great nest spots. Pigeons can quickly build multiple nests under your solar panels. The droppings can quickly accumulate leading to all sorts of problems.
We install abatement around your solar panels and this is a perfect example of pigeon removal services to eliminate pigeon problems. Pigeons diminish the output of solar panels, and can cause roof leaks under your solar panels. Hiring a pigeon removal service to protect your panels is an absolute must for these reasons.
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Installation of Pigeon Control or Pigeon Abatement
One of the many things a pigeon removal service will do for you is to install pigeon deterrents or bird deterrents to control or eliminate your pigeon problem. Here are some examples of the deterrents that can be installed to eliminate your pigeon problem.
Bird Spikes
Most people have heard of Bird Spikes, or Pigeon Spikes. Spikes can be great if used correctly to eliminate your pigeon problem. Spikes are great for ledges, beams, and other narrow perching areas that pigeons love. Spikes do have their limitations however and when installed in the wrong place, you will still have a pigeon problem, but with spikes underneath it. Hiring a professional here can save you money and headache. Spikes should be a tool in the bag of all pigeon removal service companies.
Pigeon Netting
Pigeon Netting is a great way to protect large areas from pigeons. Pigeon removal services often require netting to protect areas from pigeons. Netting is 100 percent exclusion from the area that is being treated. Pigeon netting is often the most affordable way to deal with huge pigeon problems. Areas such as docks, loading areas, commercial parking shades, walkways, outdoor eating areas, and other similar areas are places where pigeon netting makes sense. Example of a netting project
Pigeon Screening or Pigeon Mesh
Using a mesh, hardware cloth, screen etc. to block pigeons is a great way to eliminate a pigeon problem. All pigeon removal services employ this method to eliminate pigeon nesting and perching. The key here is to make it look good and functional. Any competent company will offer this service.
Bird Slide or Pigeon Slide
In some instances it may make sense to use a bird slide to prevent perching. This is a slippery surface installed at a steep angle to prevent pigeon access to a ledge or other surface. Your local pigeon removal service will know when it is appropriate to use this deterrent.
Electric Shock Strips
Just like people, pigeons do not enjoy getting shocked by a jolt of electricity. A few companies out there have invented shock strips to place along ledges and walls to shock the birds if they land. This is one way to prevent pigeons from landing on a structure. Your local pigeon removal service company will know when this deterrent is the right choice for you.
Birdwire or Pigeon Wire
Birdwire is a very cost effective way to reduce traffic on narrow ledges and other areas. Birdwire is meant for light bird pressure. Birdwire is a very good product when installed in the correct places. Birdwire works in two ways. First, the birds cannot see the wire and will actually bounce from it when trying to land. Secondly, Birdwire makes pigeons uncomfortable when they try to perch in the area and they just won’t stay. Birdwire is a product that will be frequently used by professional pigeon removal services.
Pigeon Trapping
There are times when all remedies have been exhausted and trapping of the pigeons becomes necessary. Trapping pigeons is a perfectly legal pigeon removal service. It may become the only remedy to completely remove a pigeon problem from your property. A professional pigeon removal service company will offer this service when needed. Pigeon removal services should handle all pigeon trapping humanely according to the laws of the area you live in.
Pigeon Removal Services near you
If you are looking for pigeon removal services near you and you live in the Phoenix metropolitan area, look no further than Pigeon Pros. Pigeon Pros has been doing the business of pigeon removal since 1999. That’s a quarter century of helping our customers be pigeon free. We offer a comprehensive 5 year guarantee and removing your pigeon problem is our passion. If you are ready to be pigeon free click here for a quick, free, in person estimate.
Let’s take a closer look at pigeon netting. why does it work?
Here are 4 reasons pigeon netting may be the answer to your pigeon problem.
Cost effective
A Long Lasting pigeon deterrent
Aesthetically pleasing
100% Exclusion
Cost Effective
Pigeon netting is very cost effective. Current rates are anywhere from .25 cents to $1.00 a sq. ft. The larger your project, the lower the cost per sq. ft will be because your installer will be able to buy in bulk for a better price.
Pigeons don’t care about the cost of course, but our customers do and who wouldn’t like to save money. When comparing other deterrents to pigeon netting the area protected will always be the cheapest by using netting. It will be up to your professional to determine if netting is the correct answer to your pigeon problem
Once netting is determined to be the choice deterrent against your pigeons, you can bet that you are getting the most area covered against your pigeons for the money.
When it is done right Pigeon netting will be very low visibility. As witnessed here at the Red Lobster
A Long Lasting Pigeon Deterrent
Pigeon netting comes in all kinds of colors. Be very careful what color you choose. Black pigeon netting lasts the longest and comes with the best warranty. All netting that is worth anything will come with a 10 year manufacturer guarantee.
Black is actually the only color that comes with a 10 year warranty that Pigeonpros offers it’s customers. The black netting is usually best because it will last 10 years in the full sunshine in Arizona.
We have done netting projects in Arizona since 1999 and we know from our experience that the black netting will hold up 10 years in full sunshine. If you install your netting in the shade, it could last even longer 15-20 years.
Aesthetically pleasing
If you are looking for a deterrent with low visibility and high effectiveness, look no further than pigeon netting. it isn’t invisible. A question people often ask is what will it look like?
The truth is that if you live in a pigeon infested area, you have probably walked under netting or gazed upon it many times without even noticing.
Case in point: We did a ton of netting at the Cabelas in Glendale Arizona. The front entry to one of the most popular outdoor stores in America is protected by thousands of sq. ft of pigeon netting.
My guess is that less than 5% of the customers coming and going from Cabelas would even notice the pigeon netting above their heads.
If your netting is installed correctly, it will be a low visibility product with highly effective results that last for 10 or more years.
The very best reason that pigeon netting would be chosen is that fact that we can block the pigeons from one area with 100% certainty. There will be no entry to that area if the pigeon netting is installed correctly.
At Cabelas, a customer was pooped on as they were looking at boats outside in the boat showcase area. The pigeons were nesting in the exposed rafters under the roof above the boats.
Pigeonpros was able to net this area off with 100% exclusion and the birds have no place to roost, no place to land, and definitely no place to nest in the Cabelas boat showcase area.
Conclusion re: Pigeon netting
The bottom line is that if you need pigeon netting to protect you, it will do the job. Sometimes netting is not the answer. This can be decided by your pigeon control professional such as Pigeonpros.
Pigeon netting will be a cost effective, good looking, and long lasting abatement to your pigeon problem in the right situation. At Pigeonpros we have seen the success that a perfect pigeon netting project produces. The results are undeniable and we have been protecting critical residential and business areas such as walkways, patios, overhangs, shaded areas and more for 23+ years at Pigeonpros.
Pigeon netting installed by the pigeonpros in Peoria AZHere is a high school outdoor cafeteria area we netted to keep pigeons from pooping on the students.
At Pigeonpros, we care because we are your neighbors. We want you to be pigeon free, because if it was us with the pigeon problem, we would want to be pigeon free. We train all of our technicians and salesmen to treat your home as if it was their own home. We follow the Golden rule and the Platinum rules of pigeon control.
The Golden Rule of Pigeon Control
What would we do if it was our house? How would we treat our own home? If this was our pigeon problem, how would we handle it? Would we install this deterrent on our own home?
We teach this approach at Pigeonpros. Would we like this done at our own home? Answering these questions helps us to solve your pigeon problem in an honest and aesthetic way.
The Platinum Rule of Pigeon Control
Everyone seems to know about the Golden rule. I only recently learned about the platinum rule. The Platinum rule says do unto others as they would like you to do unto them. For example, maybe you don’t take good care of your home like your neighbor does, so doing subpar work might be ok for you at your own home.
For your neighbor however, they like it done right. So…. at Pigeonpros, we believe in doing quality work and doing it the way you like because, ….that’s how you like it done. We aim to please and to solve your pigeon control problems.
Our mission is to be the absolute best pigeon control company in Arizona
We want our customers to be pigeon free. We want our customers to have the very best pigeon control available period. We provide top notch service to our customers and we’ve been doing that since 1999. If you want to be pigeon free, let’s get to it.
Birds, mainly pigeons love to nest underneath solar panels. Bird proofing your solar panels is a no brainer. If you have solar panels, if you live in the Phoenix Metro area, If you live in Arizona, there is a fairly good chance you have pigeons or other birds living under your solar panels.
Solar panels need to be pigeon proofed to prevent nesting under neath.
Solar panel bird proofing is the act of preventing the birds from getting underneath your solar panels. Sounds easy right. It is actually a very involved labor intensive, material intensive job.
Solar Panels are good for Arizona and birds
Solar panels are a great idea for Arizona where the sun shines clear and hot most of the year. It makes sense that we could harvest the suns energy to produce electricity here. The pigeons and other birds are also very grateful that we do.
The solar panels are installed with an air gap between the rooftop and the panels so they will be more efficient and keep cooler as they collect the rays of the sun. As such, the air gap creates a perfect space for birds to live in the shade from the blistering Arizona sunshine. The birds are thanking you for installing those solar panels.
I see birds under my panels, but my neighbors are clear? Why?
Pigeons especially love solar panels. If they suddenly move in as a large flock, you are probably asking yourself why this happened. The answer is that most likely someone else just got their solar panels pigeon proofed nearby. Pigeons will never leave their home voluntarily. Other birds such as sparrows or doves are migratory, meaning they move around and don’t always nest in the same place.
Pigeon droppings coming out from under the solar panels
If someone gets their solar panels blocked off from pigeons, the pigeons will stay in a flock and pick a new place to live. If they have been living under solar panels, the chances are they will look for solar panels nearby to make a new nest. They will most likely continue to visit the previous home even though they can’t get underneath the panels any longer, but now they will nest under your panels.
Should I get solar panel bird proofing even though I don’t have birds under my panels right now?
Yes! You should and here is why!
Take a look at this mess. The pigeons here caused such a mess. It took soo much work to get this rooftop and home cleaned up. The cost for a cleaning like this is not cheap. This amount of debris on the roof can easily cause a roof leak.
Pigeon droppings to the tune of 500 lbs come out from under these solar panels cleaned by pigeonpros in phoenix az
Preventive work is much cheaper
Preventive work is much cheaper because there is no cleanup. Furthermore, the pigeons or other birds may not leave and there may be more work to do on another area of your home. Once the birds have gotten started, it is much more difficult to convince the birds to leave your property. They may be pushed around from area to area on your property once they gotten a foothold. So to bird proof your panels ahead of time could save you a very big headache down the road.
solar panel bird proofing done by the Pigeonpros in Phoenix AZ
All it takes for a huge flock of pigeons to suddenly move in is one neighbor bird proofing their panels and like magic you could have a very large flock show up unannounced and ready to live rent free under the solar panels on your rooftop.
Pigeonpros provides professional solar panel bird proofing
Don’t wait for the birds to show up. Preventive medicine is sometimes the best medicine and in this case it most definitely is. If the pigeons have already shown up, let’s get the mess cleaned up, the birds blocked out and reclaim your home or building from those pesky birds.
Pigeon & Bird abatement of solar panels on a flatroof by the Pigeonpros
Pigeonpros has helped thousands of customers with solar panel bird problems. We give fast free estimates and we can usually have you serviced within a week of your estimate.
Should I buy a plastic owl to scare away my pigeons?
These are both great questions. The short answer is no!! Now let’s get into the why plastic owls fail to do the pigeon control you so desperately need.
Here is a list of reasons why pigeons will not be deterred by a fake owl
Pigeons are homing birds
Pigeons are faced with predators already every day and they haven’t left
Pigeons really aren’t that smart, they just have good instincts
Pigeons quickly realize your fake owl is… well… fake.
Pigeons are homing birds
A pigeon, born a baby into it’s nest faces the rest of it’s life with the flock. The safest place for a pigeon is with family. Pigeons do not migrate. They are born into a flock, and live with the rest of the fam until the end of their days in the same nest area. As such, pigeons have an extremely strong sense to stay home. Do you think a fake owl has the power to make them leave this nest? After all they planned on staying here forever.
Pigeons are faced with predators already every day and they haven’t left
Pigeons face many predators on a regular basis. Predators such as:
Cats
Dogs
Pigs (Yes I’ve seen a domestic pig eat a pigeon)
Wild animals
Bobcats
Mountain lions
etc.
Prey birds
Falcons
Hawks
Eagles
Owls
Etc.
People
bbguns
pellet guns
traps
poison
I once watched a pigeon snatched right off the roof by a Harris hawk. The hawk swooped in and grabbed the pigeon from the middle of the flock. I heard the squawk of the pigeon and looked up to see all the other pigeons fly away. The hawk flew to the next house and began devouring his prize. Soon, the pigeons circled back and landed exactly where they had sat when their buddy George was snatched by the hawk ending his days.
Pigeons really aren’t that smart, they just have good instincts
Pigeons have very small brains, but they seem so smart. I mean they can fly back home from a thousand miles away. How do they do that? It’s not understood completely even today, but many theories abound about using the magnetic field of the earth to navigate, and sensing the exact smell of their family nest to return home.
The truth is they have good instincts that keep them safe and alive. They fly away when a predator comes around just based on instinct, but then another instinct kicks in and they fly right back home to the safety of their nest. These instincts are powerful and will bring those pigeons home over and over again. The pigeons will soon realize something….
Pigeons quickly realize your fake owl is… well… fake.
The fact is your fake owl is….. FAKE. Pigeons soon realize this and return to standard operating procedure. You know what that means, more pigeon poop, more feathers, more smell, more flies, and more pigeon problems.
It’s time to get rid of your pigeons the right way.
Let’s ditch the whole fake owl idea. Read up on our website. If you’re in the Phoenix Metro area call us or fill out our estimate request form, and let’s get your pigeon problem under control.
Guess who the #1 pest bird in the United States is? Yep, you guessed right Pigeons
Ok. So pigeons make a mess; what’s the big deal? The truth is, uncontrolled, unmanaged pigeon messes are a very big deal. Here’s why:
1. Pigeons are an invasive bird
Feral pigeons are an invasive species of bird. What is a feral bird? It’s a pet bird turned wild! Pigeons used to be very useful as messengers back in those castle rook days. Today they quickly adapt to almost all environments, especially the urban metropolis.
If you’ve set out a bird feeder to attract charming birds such as Robins or Sparrows to your yard, but pigeons show up in their place, they will immediately begin to consume every single speck of seed and scare off all the birds you had in mind when you put out your bird feeder. Pigeons may dominate the local ecosystem making a huge mess in the process.
Pigeons rest on a ledge in phoenix metro az coutesy of pigeonpros
2. Pigeons area a health risk
Pigeon poop or “pigeon droppings” have been known to carry many serious diseases such as histoplasmosis, cryptococcosis, and psittacosis.
Here’s some quick hitting information about pigeons and their droppings: 100 pigeons can create 2500 pounds of droppings in one year. Each pigeon poops about 25 lbs per year. This said pigeon poop could carry as many as 60 different transmittable diseases or pathogens.
This means that any property owner, restaurant owner, grocery store, or other location that stores, prepares, or serves food has a particular responsibility to keep their area clear of pigeons, and their amazing amount of detritus. It is possible and we have witnessed Health inspectors shutting down a property when they find evidence that bird droppings are creating an unsanitary condition. They may even shut a business down because they suspect the presence of pigeons.
3. Pigeons damage your property
Next, consider the pigeon droppings effect on your roof and below. Pigeon droppings are corrosive and highly acidic. Droppings left alone and un-clean will eat into paint, metal, stone, wood, and even concrete. The caustic (think of the terminator melting in acid) nature of pigeon poop will cause permanent damage to any rooftop. Pigeon droppings have been known to permanently corrode expensive signage, completely wreck water fountains, and forever mark the surface of outdoor decorations such as statues and stone benches.
The never ending presence of pigeon poop on sidewalks, outdoor furniture, patios, balconies and other features of your commercial, retail, or residential property makes an ugly mess that ruins property values, and creates an image problem for your home or business.
Pigeons are prolific nest builders and leave an amazing amount of sticks, poop, and debris as they so consistently continue to build their nests. Pigeons will use all sorts of things to construct their homes, continually dropping bits and pieces as they are hard at work building those nests. Pigeons then use their sticky droppings like glue to hold and keep everything together.
Check out the amount of debris these pigeons have piled up in this pigeon nest.
Pigeon nests are durably constructed; sometimes they are not so easy to remove. The nests may block important drainage areas such as gutters or valleys, which may cause roof leaks as well, and will most likely permanently damage the underlayment of your roof.
4. Pigeons are expensive
Feral Pigeons are free. Go catch one and make it your pet. That won’t cost you a dollar, but the damage they do cause is extremely expensive. First, the roof leaks they cause are off the charts expensive to repair.
Second, A little known fact is that your homeowner and or building insurance will not cover a roof leak caused by birds like Pigeons. If the insurance finds out the birds caused the leak they will immediately cancel your claim. In their eyes you should have taken care of the birds before the flood.
Pigeon messes are not easy to clean up. Their droppings don’t easily wipe off; cleanup will require soaking, sometimes significant scrubbing, and most definitely a pressure washer. Significant buildup is will require a pro such as Pigeonpros, someone who knows how to do the job done effectively and safely.
It is not recommended for you to clean up a large pigeon mess on your own. Pigeon droppings are considered hazardous and if you do accidentally breath in the airborne feces, there is the potential for you to become very sick.
Prevention is the key
No matter how much you spend on pigeon control, it will always be less than the cost of neglecting a pigeon problem. If you’re ready to get a free quote from Pigeonpros click the button below.
So many places to sit! How can we possibly keep these pigeons out of here? Have you ever had these thoughts? There are so many commercial places out there suffering with a huge pigeon problem. Above is an example, or a “case in point” as they say. An outdoor cafeteria with shade above and multiple beams and girders above for pigeons to nest and roost on. Commercial pigeon netting could be the perfect solution to your pigeon problem.
Pigeonpros Commercial Pigeon Netting
Commercial netting or Pigeon spikes?
How much spike would it take to make this pigeon problem go away? Attempting to put enough bird spike here is not a realistic proposition. So what’s the answer? Netting. Commercial pigeon netting will keep the birds out when done right.
This is where the Pigeonpros enters the picture. This project is huge. You need expertise to take on a big pigeon problem like this and have it look good. That’s exactly what the Pigeonpros will do. We will install a professional looking pigeon control net and it will look and work fabulously. It will also last. We guarantee our nets for 5 years and the commercial pigeon netting we install is guaranteed by the manufacturer for 10 years in most cases.
Give yourself peace of mind with a Pigeonpros Netting project
If you are a property manager, maintenance manager or some other person in charge of a difficult pigeon problem, you know who to call. Pigeonpros. Bar none we can handle it. We have installed enormous nets the size of football fields. We understand exactly what to do because in 23+ years, we’ve probably already seen or done a commercial pigeon netting project like yours.
Some of the few jobs we have done are for companies and organizations like Honeywell, Pepsi, Saint Mary’s Food Bank, Chevron, Quiktrip, Taco Bell, etc.
Does it seem strange that we need so much bird control in Arizona? at first glance, it might. Taking a second look, Arizona has a wonderful climate for birds, especially pigeons. If you were a pigeon, why wouldn’t you live in Arizona?
The weather here in Arizona specifically the lower desert basins is perfect for pigeons. As a pigeon control expert, I’m constantly looking for pigeons as I travel the country to see where the pigeons live. I have noticed they definitely prefer the warmer climates over the colder ones.
When we hear the words bird control, what comes to mind? Of course my first thought is pigeon control and the need for it because that’s what we do at Pigeonpros.
There are other birds that need some controlling as well, such as Woodpeckers, Sparrows, Starlings, and Canadian Geese. These birds are often controlled much easier than pigeons and the market for companies to do this work is limited. We will focus here on the pigeon, which accounts for the majority of the money spent on bird control in Arizona by far.
Pigeons fly away from a commercial rooftop
To Migrate or not to migrate?
Have you ever wondered why some birds migrate and some birds don’t? There are many common types of birds that migrate including Pelicans and some hummingbirds.
Pigeons don’t migrate
Pigeons live in the same place when left alone for their entire lives. This is where the term homing comes from. A Pigeon will home for its entire life near or in the same nest it was born into when left alone.
The only thing that makes a pigeon leave its nest and go to a new nest is overcrowding. At least, in their natural surroundings. So when you start having problems with pigeons, you can plan on a battle because the pigeons don’t plan on leaving. No Migrating and no easy shooing away.
Food, shelter, and basic survival dictate why birds do what they do. Birds that don’t migrate such as pigeons can be a real problem. There is no respite because they are here to stay. So what can you do to gain some control of these pesky birds? Specifically, pigeons, there are lots of things you can do to eliminate the problem.
Bird Control That Works
Pigeons are difficult to control. Here is a list of things that do work with pigeons.
bird spikes
screening or mesh
netting
birdwire
electric shock
trapping
Bird Control That Doesn’t work
Pigeons especially can’t be controlled with the list below. Other birds may have marginal success with some of these things, but long term these things won’t work on pigeons and other birds.
Fake Owl
Cd’s
Shiny tape
Reflectors
Sound devices
sticky gel
In conclusion, if you need bird control, it’s a good idea to do your homework and probably trust a professional. If you’ve tried your hand at controlling your bird problem and failed, it may be time to call in a pro. Pigeons especially can be very frustrating to deal with. Other birds, besides the pigeon can be just as frustrating. At Pigeonpros, we understand your pain.
It’s another day. Once again, you woke up early. Really early! I mean way before you wanted to. You were wondering to yourself “Why do I still have pigeons?” Thanks to your friends upstairs, you know them, your pigeons. The cooing started an hour before your alarm went off. So why? Why do you have those pigeons? I mean, you’ve put an honest effort in. You started out with the standard fake owl. This worked for a little bit. You thought you had them, but…
Common Home Remedies For Pigeons That don’t work
Let’s see? first, it was the fake owl. Next, you bought an air soft gun and shot at them for a month straight. You even got really good and hit them with the plastic pellets on a regular basis, only to find out that air-soft pellets don’t kill pigeons, or scare them away for good. Next, you read about another idea, sound devices. You relented and spent a little more and got a higher quality sound device. That worked for a little bit. Back to the drawing board.
List of Deterrents That Don’t Work on Pigeons
Fake owl
air soft gun
sound/noise making devices
reflective tape
sticky bird gel
reflective whirlybird devices
Chicken wire (improperly installed)
Garbage stuffed in nest area
Other dead pigeons
Nails hammered into boards
Many other home made devices
Your next step…Hiring a Pro
At this point you’ve realized that this pigeon problem is way over your head. You do some research and guess what? They actually have people that handle this sort of thing. You reach out to a few companies and get some experts out to assess the problem. The solutions offered vary greatly but hold some common denominators. In the end you go with the cheaper version of a solution.
3 months Later… Still have a problem
a flock of pigeons sit together on a rooftop
After having a company clean and block off the pigeon nests, everything was great. For about a week. Then, the pigeons slowly moved back in. Now they are nesting right in front of the screen mesh the company installed and sitting in new places they never sat much before. At least you never noticed them there before like now. You’ve called the pest control company you’ve hired, but they won’t return your calls. Frustration is mounting.
Now what? You still have pigeons
You still have pigeons. You are desperate, and you reluctantly call more companies after doing extensive online research about what to do. This time you finally hire the right company and are able to eliminate your pigeons.
This is a true story of the frustration of a pigeon problem
The story you just read is no joke, or laughing matter. Many of our customers at Pigeonpros go through this exact scenario. It is definitely a trip on the “NO Fun” bus. If you’ve ever had a problem you couldn’t get a handle on then you may know what it’s like.
Over the years, I’ve had a few people confront me as I’m helping people with their pigeon problems, letting me know how terrible we are as a company. Obviously, they don’t know what it’s like to live with a constant pigeon problem on their home or business.
It’s a terrible battle that can feel like you can’t win. The poop, the feathers, the smell, the flies, the noise, the problem is constant. The truth is Pigeonpros exists because this problem is real and a solution is needed. We provide that solution. We provide a humane and effective solution to pigeon problems.
Not just here in the Phoenix Metro area where we have millions of pigeons, but also across the World one of the many health risks that comes along with pigeon infestations is Histoplasmosis. The fungal spores that cause this infection are often found in pigeon droppings, and these spores can easily spread through the air, even entering the ventilation systems of our homes or commercial buildings. Histoplasmosis can put everyone inside a pigeon infested structure at risk. Histoplasmosis is one reason that you may not want to clean up those nasty pigeon droppings on your own. It is much safer for you to leave pigeon abatement and cleanup to the professionals such as our company here in Arizona Pigeonpros.
What is Histoplasmosis?
Histoplasmosis is an infection caused by the Histoplasma Capsulatum fungus. These spores are very light, so they may float easily through the air. Histoplasmosis spores are often reintroduced to the air over and over again when the surfaces on which they land are disturbed. This kind of fungus is very prevalent in pigeon droppings, which contain the right ingredients needed for these spores to survive, i.e. dampness and rich organic matter.
What are the symptoms of Histoplasmosis?
How would you know if you have been infected by Histoplasmosis? In the cases of a mild infection, there may not be any symptoms. In more severe cases, fever, headache, muscle aches, dry cough, and chest discomfort are common. In some cases, joint pain and rashes may also develop. If the infection does become chronic, weight loss can also occur. Severe Histoplasmosis cases will affect every organ in the body, from the skin to the liver, and are fatal if left untreated. This severe kind of infection is rare and occurs mostly in babies and people with compromised immune systems.
How can I avoid Histoplasmosis?
Histoplasmosis is not contagious and cannot be spread from person to person. It is only contracted when fungal spores are inhaled. If you have a pigeon infestation on your structure or property, instead of trying to clean the waste yourself, consider hiring a professional pigeon abatement company that knows how to safely remove the droppings and prevent the birds from returning such as Pigeonpros. If you are in the Phoenix Metro area of Arizona Or Tucson Metro Arizona, we would love to help you become Pigeon free. You can call us at 480-888-8838 or fill our our quick online form here.
At Pigeonpros we are often faced with the unique challenge of eliminating a pigeon problem, or coming up with a solution to a pigeon problem that both works and functions long-term, and doesn’t ruin the place from an aesthetic point of view, or in short words, doesn’t look ugly. We want you pigeon free and we want it to look good.
So for this Taco Bell with pigeons nesting exactly over the front entry we had to plan something that looked amazing and kept the pigeons from doing their dirty thing. “Living over the front door to the place.”
Pigeons were nesting here at this Taco Bell Pigeonpros used netting to eliminate this shaded area
The solution in this case was netting and man did it turn out awesome. Our technicians knew it was going to be a sensitive area. They made sure it wouldn’t be a stand out to the customers of the Taco Bell. The pigeons however disagreed. They are currently looking for a new place to live. I believe the Mcdonalds across the street is available?
Watch to see what this Taco Bell looked like before the Pigeonpros.
