While birds are often a delight to encounter outside, certain species can become indoor pests, leading to significant economic, health, and safety concerns for businesses. Their presence can damage property, pose health risks, and even tarnish your company’s reputation.
Bird-Related Health Concerns
Pest birds are vectors for many harmful diseases transmissible to humans, including histoplasmosis, cryptococcosis, and psittacosis. Their droppings can also contaminate products and surfaces, posing health risks to employees and customers. In some cases, businesses may face closures if bird infestations are not adequately addressed.
Property Damage Caused by Birds
Bird droppings are highly corrosive, especially those from pigeons, which contain elevated levels of uric acid. Accumulations can degrade building materials, shorten roof lifespans, and damage equipment like air-conditioning units. Nests and feathers can clog gutters, drains, and vents, attracting additional pests and increasing maintenance costs. Annually, businesses incur substantial expenses due to contamination from bird-related debris.
Common Pest Birds
Feral Pigeons
Once known as rock doves, pigeons have adapted to urban environments, roosting in large numbers on buildings and structures.
House Sparrows
Often found around warehouses, stadiums, and gardens, these birds build nests in or near buildings and can displace native songbirds.
Starlings
Adapted to urban life, starlings nest in various locations, including commercial buildings and signs. They are known for their large flocks and can travel significant distances from nesting sites to food sources.
Dodson's Integrated Bird Management Solutions
Bird infestations can cause property damage, sanitation issues, and health hazards, putting your business at risk. At Dodson Pest Control, our integrated bird management solutions provide humane, effective, and long-term protection against nuisance birds—keeping your property clean, compliant, and bird-free.
- Exclusion Techniques: We suggest physical barriers to prevent birds from accessing and roosting on your property.
- Deterrents: We utilize visual, auditory, and tactile devices to discourage birds from settling in unwanted areas.
- Sanitation and Cleanup: We remove nests, droppings, and related debris to maintain a hygienic environment and reduce attraction.
- Ongoing Monitoring and Maintenance: We conduct regular inspections to ensure the continued effectiveness of bird management strategies.
Why Choose Dodson Pest Control?
By choosing Dodson Pest Control, you can trust that our humane and effective bird management solutions will protect your business from the challenges posed by pest birds.
