In a busy city centre, pigeons settle wherever there is a ledge, a recess or a dry corner. We proof the places they use so the problem stops rather than moves along the street.
City centre buildings give pigeons plenty to work with: stone cornices, signage, window heads, canopies and quiet recesses above street level. Droppings land on pavements and doorways below, which becomes a slip risk and a cleaning job for whoever owns the frontage. We start by looking at where birds actually land and roost, then match the proofing to each spot rather than covering the whole elevation. In the centre, access can be awkward, so we plan ladders or other equipment and any pavement considerations before arriving.
Older buildings and basements in the city need a little care, because access points can be small and hidden. Wild birds are protected, so we only use lawful methods and never harm the birds. If the building is commercial, our free survey can include a written inspection report you can pass to a landlord or managing agent. Basement lightwells and deep areaways also collect feathers and debris, and we check those whenever the survey allows.
We survey the whole elevation, agree with the owner or agent which areas are being proofed, and fit the work so each tenant's access and signage stay usable. Fixed prices are agreed in advance. Tell us at booking which tenants or managing agent are involved so we can agree who authorises access.
Proofing stops them using the treated spots. Birds that lose a roost may try nearby buildings, so it helps if neighbours address the same ledges. We can point out where the likeliest alternative perches are during the survey. It also helps to note where you see the birds most, since morning and evening visits are usually the busiest.
No. Proofing is designed to stop birds landing or nesting, and the methods used must be lawful.
Pigeon Proofing across Nottinghamshire · Pest control in Nottingham
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Read the advice →A line of ants across the worktop is only the visible end of the problem. In Nottingham terraces and city flats, the nest is usually somewhere you cannot see.
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