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Pigeon Control Buckeye AZ
It’s no secret that pigeons can be a nuisance in Buckeye AZ. Not only are they unsightly and noisy, but they can also create significant health risks for both humans and animals. That’s why pigeon control in Buckeye should be a top priority for both residential and commercial properties.
Residential Pigeon Control
Pigeons Loaf on the roof of this barn. Image courtesy of Pigeonpros AZ
If you own a home in Buckeye, you know just how important it is to keep your property in good condition. Unfortunately, pigeons can make that difficult. These birds are notorious for nesting in chimneys and eaves, leaving a mess of droppings and feathers behind. Not only that, but their waste can also carry diseases that are harmful to humans and pets.
To protect your home and family, it’s crucial to enlist the help of professionals for pigeon control. With our help, you can safely remove pigeons from your property without risking your health or safety. We will make sure they can’t come back with high quality deterrents.
Commercial Properties
Pigeons leave the roof of a commercial building
Pigeons can be just as troublesome for businesses in Buckeye as they are for residential properties. In fact, they can be even more of a problem for businesses that handle food or have outdoor seating. Pigeon droppings can contaminate food and serve as a major deterrent to customers.
To protect your commercial property, it’s essential to work with professionals who specialize in pigeon control. Pigeon Pros can help remove pigeons safely and effectively and implement preventative measures to keep the birds from returning. This can include things like bird netting and spikes, as well as other humane deterrents.
Why You Need the Pros
While it may be tempting to try to handle your pigeon problem on your own, it’s not recommended. Pigeons are known carriers of diseases like salmonella and histoplasmosis, and handling them without proper training and equipment can be dangerous. Not only that, but attempting to remove pigeons without professional help can be ineffective. Those DIY methods just won’t cut it.
By enlisting the help of Pigeon Pros, you can rest easy knowing that your pigeon problem is being handled safely and effectively. Our experts have the training, expertise, and tools necessary to remove pigeons and keep them from returning. Request a site visit and free estimate.
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David Wylie
July 28, 2023
We are The Pigeon Experts You Need
Should I Call in The Pigeon Experts?
Pigeons, commonly referred to as flying rats, are abundant throughout the valley. They can be seen roosting on rooftops, behind billboard signs, and any other place they deem worthy. With how quickly pigeons reproduce, it doesn’t take long before they go from a mild annoyance to an infestation. These pigeon infestations create health hazards and can be aesthetic eyesores. There are lots of DIY ways to “get rid of” pigeons, but to truly get rid of pigeons, you need to bring in Pigeon Experts.
Why Should I Choose Pigeon Pros
Pigeon Pros is local to Arizona and was established in 1999. Since our establishment, we strive to provide the best service for our customers, be it residential or commercial. Our goal at Pigeon Pros is to always provide easy, seamless, and impeccable service to every customer, and we stand by that goal.
In the last twenty-three years, we have learned the ins and outs of pigeons. We’ve seen what it takes to make sure your pigeon problem goes away, and stays away. To ensure top notch service, each of our technicians are thoroughly trained in pigeon control.
Yes we are pigeon experts, but we are also your neighbors. We’ve experienced first hand the annoyance and frustration that comes from a pigeon infestation. Which is why, we take pride in going the extra mile for our customers.
Pigeon Control in Three Easy Steps
The best part about working with Pigeon Pros is that we like to make it quick and easy for you. Having a pigeon process is stressful. Getting rid of a pigeon problem shouldn’t be. In four easy steps, we guarantee that your pigeon problem will be gone.
1. Fill out the Form – Our contact form is simple and takes less than 3 minutes to fill out. Tell us who you are, how to get in touch, and a brief description of your pigeon problem and we’ll take it from there.
2. Free Estimate – You can expect to receive a call back the same day (within business hours) to schedule a complementary assessment with a Pigeon Control Expert. Within a few days, our Pigeon Control Expert will evaluate your pigeon problem and devise a plan of action specific to your needs.
3. Clean up and Installation – Before installation, our technicians thoroughly clean the site using pressure washers and disinfectant. Once the area has been cleaned our Pigeon Experts will carefully install the deterrents necessary to eliminate your pigeon problem.
4. Trapping (if necessary) – Because of their natural homing tendencies, a few pigeons may keep coming back, despite all the deterrents in the world. In these rare cases, Pigeon Pros will set up traps to capture and permanently remove these pigeons from your premise.
Pressure washing done by the pigeonpros in Phoenix AZ
The Pigeon Pro Promise
We are so confident in our ability to eliminate your pigeon problem that we offer a 5 year no pigeon guarantee to residential customers. If, in that time, you have pigeons come back to your premise, Pigeon Pros will trap any pigeons free of charge.
5yr Pigeon Pros guarantee
If you’ve noticed pigeons visiting your home, or homes nearby, it’s time to take action. Preventing the problem from getting out of hand is easier than waiting till they become a real issue.
Pigeon Pros services the entire Phoenix area, and has pigeon proofed thousands of homes across the valley. So no matter where you’re located, reach out and let us take care of your pigeon problem.
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David Wylie
January 26, 2023
Do I Need to Pigeon Proof My Solar Panels?
Solar panels make a great addition to any Arizona home. After all, Arizona is the sunshine state. Hundreds of homeowners across the valley are making the change and installing solar panels. However, there’s an unforeseen side effect to getting solar panels installed, and it’s not a good one. Along with all the benefits solar panels provide homeowners, they also provide wonderful benefits for pigeons.
Solar panels provide excellent shade, shelter from rain, and protection from predators. They also provide an excellent view for identifying food and water sources. In other words, your solar panels are the perfect summer getaway for a flock of pigeons.
Once they have made their home, pigeons can grow quickly from a mild problem to an infestation. Which spells bad news for your roof and solar panels.
Pigeon abatement around the solar panels and birdwire installed across the peak by the Pigeonpros
Pigeons come with all kinds of problems
Once pigeons have taken up residency under your solar panels, they bring along with themselves a slew of potential issues. Namely in the form of debris and droppings. Pigeons nests are made up of a chaotic assortment of twigs and sticks. Large buildup of debris underneath your solar panels and trap heat, hindering your panels efficiency. In extreme cases, more severe damage can occur.
Pigeon nests can prevent proper water shed, which can result in pooling water. Left unchecked, water can get underneath the protective roofing and cause long term damage to the roof.
While Pigeons love your solar panels, the feelings are not mutual. Solar panels require unhindered view of the sun for optimal power generation, and pigeons aren’t picky where they poop. While a dropping here or there won’t impact the efficiency of your solar panels, droppings from a large flock of birds can greatly hinder solar panel efficiency, and in some severe cases render it completely useless.
Not to mention that Pigeon poop is highly acidic and can be damaging to surfaces unless it is cleaned properly.
Your solar panels are an investment you need to protect
Solar panels are a major investment and improvement for a home and it’s important to keep them that way with proper bird proofing. If you’re experiencing a major pigeon infestation underneath your solar panels, contact Pigeon Pros. We’ll come out and provide a free quote to clean the debris and droppings, disinfect the area, and install high quality pigeon controls to ensure your solar panels work properly for many years to come.
What if I don’t have a pigeon problem?
Even if you don’t have pigeons yet, it’s simply a matter of time. All it takes is one person in your area to pigeon proof their panels, and that flock will look for the next best option, YOUR HOUSE. Installing pigeon proofing measures on your solar panels before it becomes a problem will save you money on the installation, because there is no mess to clean up, and ensure you never experience pigeons interrupting your solar panel efficiency.
Pigeon Proof Your Solar Panels Now
If you’ve noticed pigeons visiting your home, or homes nearby, it’s time to take action. Preventing the problem from getting out of hand is cheaper, and a lot less messy than waiting till they become a real issue.
Your home, and solar panels are a huge investment with the potential for a long life. Ensure you get the most out of them by keeping them clean and pigeon free.
Pigeon Pros services the entire Phoenix area, and has pigeon proofed thousands of solar panels across the valley. So no matter where your home is located, reach out and let us protect your investment.
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January 19, 2023
Find Out How Toxic Pigeon Poop Can Be
Is Pigeon Poop Toxic?
The short answer is that yes, pigeon poop is toxic and full of diseases and fungi that can be harmful to humans. The good news is that cases of humans catching these diseases are few and far between.
That being said, while cases of humans getting sick from pigeon poop aren’t common, it’s important to understand how these droppings can get you sick, what happens if you get sick, and the best ways to prevent getting sick in the first place.
Pigeon Poop Diseases
Pigeons are not known as the cleanest of birds. In fact their living conditions are downright disgusting. In one year the average pigeon produces 25 lbs. of droppings. Most of that pigeon poop is deposited in and around where they live. In fact, pigeons use their droppings to insulate and cement their nests together. As their nests grow, the buildup of feathers, droppings, and other deposits create a breeding ground for disease and fungi. Some of the more common fungal diseases found in pigeon poop are Histoplasmosis, Cryptococcosis, and Psittacosis, to name a few.
These diseases aren’t transferable from pigeon to human through direct contact. Instead these diseases are transmitted by breathing in dust created when droppings are disturbed, which is why it’s important to use caution when dealing with large amounts of pigeon poop.
Getting Sick
When individuals do get sick, the symptoms can include lung inflammation, cough, chest pain, fever, and fatigue. Rarely do these symptoms develop into something more. However, in infants, the elderly, and individuals with weakened immune systems, the effects of getting these diseases can be more severe. Always use care when dealing with pigeon droppings.
Avoiding Infection
Pigeon & Bird abatement of solar panels on a flatroof by the Pigeonpros
The first, and most important step, for avoiding these diseases, is to prevent the buildup of large quantities of pigeon droppings in the first place. Don’t wait for pigeons to go from a minor problem to an infestation.
This is especially true for business owners, who are responsible for keeping their patrons healthy. When left unchecked, pigeon infestations can create huge health hazards, not to mention aesthetic eyesore, for businesses.
Take the time to investigate areas that might be infested with pigeons, and look into installing pigeon deterrents in areas where pigeons are roosting. In some cases, where the problem is minor, a home or business owner may take on the responsibility themselves.
When cleaning up pigeon droppings consider wearing gloves, a respirator/face mask, and use a hose or pressure washer to minimize the likelihood of inhaling the fungal spores.
If it’s too late for that and the pigeon poop buildup is severe, consider calling in professionals, such as Pigeon Pros, to take care of the problem. Pigeon Pros has been cleaning up and taking care of pigeon problems in Phoenix for 23 years. The staff are trained to safely remove and clean up pigeon poop to make the area safe for everyone.
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Author
David Wylie
January 11, 2023
Eliminate Your Pigeon Infestation
Chances are if you’ve lived in Phoenix for more than a week, you’ve noticed all the pigeons flying around. Arizona, Phoenix in particular, has a perfect environment for pigeons, lots of flat surfaces for roosting, and (mostly) beautiful temperatures year round. Pigeons love it here, and where they love, they live.
What you might now know is how quickly a flock of pigeons can grow. Pigeons have a fairly short reproduction cycle. While it takes humans nine months to grow a baby, and another eighteen years for that human to be mature, in some cases closer to twenty five years. Pigeons lay eggs less than two weeks after mating, and those eggs hatch in less than three weeks. Each brood is one to three eggs, and after six months, each of those pigeons are mature enough to begin mating.
Not only are pigeons’ reproductive cycles barely a month long, they usually give birth to 5-7 broods a year. Seeing how pigeons are community birds and live together in large flocks. A small pigeon problem (20 birds) can grow to an infestation (more than 200) in a single year. If not handled, a minor pigeon problem can escalate to a full blown infestation in no time.
Why Pigeon Infestations are Such a Problem
Like the flying rats they are, pigeons aren’t picky about where they make their homes. As long as the location meets a few basic requirements; somewhat flat and protected from the elements, pigeons will roost. Most homes and businesses in the valley meet the requirements to become a perfect pigeon home, which is why pigeon infestations are so prevalent in the Greater Phoenix Area.
These homes, or roosts, start out as a simple cluster of sticks and debris. Pigeons use the same nest over and over, with each additional use adding droppings, feathers, tidbits of food, and even baby pigeons that have died. In fact, pigeon droppings help cement and insulate the nest, providing increased protection from the elements. Over time, these nests grow larger in size and create more than just an eyesore for businesses and homes, but they are a breeding ground for diseases and can even block up gutters and vents.
Get Rid of the Pigeon Infestation
Pigeons can be very challenging to get rid of for several reasons. They are resilient, intelligent, and have a strong sense of home. Efforts to scare away pigeons with reflective light, fake predator birds, and other DIY hacks can work, though the effects are usually temporary. The pigeons fly off to another perch for a little while, wait a bit, then come right back. The homing instinct makes it so pigeons don’t want to leave the place they’ve decided to set up residence.
Not only do pigeons’ instincts keep them coming back, pigeons are quickly able to realize that scare tactics are not real threats to their safety. When they make the realization, these efforts become completely ineffective.
The way to ensure pigeons leave for good is to make the place they live inaccessible to them, pigeon proof. If they can’t get there, they’ll move off and find another place to roost. Some of the most effective pigeons proofing methods include pigeon spikes, pigeon wire, and pigeon netting. Once the area has been cleaned of pigeon nests and droppings, and the product has been installed correctly, pigeons will have no choice but to relocate to a more accessible area.
At Pigeon Pros we understand pigeon roosting habits and how to best install permanent pigeon proofing. Before you pull out the credit card, or DIY belt, to take care of your pigeon infestation, contact us and we’ll come out and give you a free estimate to take care of your pigeon infestation.
Author
David Wylie
January 5, 2023