Bird proofing advice
Pigeon and Bird Proofing Guides
Practical, humane advice on birds nesting and perching on homes and larger buildings: how to spot the signs, what the options are and why active nests are left alone. Each guide links to our proofing services for a free quote.
Bird proofing guides
Birds Nesting in Gutters: What to Do
Birds nesting in gutters can block them, but active nests are protected. How to plan gutter clearance around nesting season and stop birds returning.
Pigeons Nesting Under Solar Panels
Why pigeons nest under solar panels, the problems they cause, signs to look for, the law on active nests and how mesh proofing keeps birds out.
Solar Panel Bird Proofing vs Cleaning
Deciding between solar panel bird proofing and cleaning: what each solves, which comes first, how they combine, and when one is enough on its own.
Signs Pigeons Are Nesting in Your Roof
How to tell if pigeons are nesting in your roof, eaves, solar panels or gutters: sounds, droppings, debris, flight patterns and what to do next.
Pigeon Droppings: General Safety and Clean-up
General precautions for cleaning pigeon droppings at home: gloves, damping down, avoiding dust, disposal and when to leave large build-ups to others.
How to Stop Pigeons Landing on Gutters
Why pigeons perch on gutters, the mess and blockages they cause, deterrent options for gutter edges, and how to keep the channel flowing afterwards.
Pigeons Under Eaves and Soffits
How pigeons get in under eaves, soffits and fascias, signs of birds in the roof void, what to do about active nests and how gaps are proofed and repaired.
Bird Netting vs Spikes vs Mesh: Which to Choose?
Bird netting, spikes and mesh compared: where each works, appearance, upkeep and why the choice depends on whether birds are nesting or perching.
Are Bird Spikes Humane and Legal in the UK?
A general guide to humane bird deterrents in the UK: how spikes work, protection for wild birds and active nests, timing work and what to avoid.
Seagulls on Roofs: Problems and Humane Deterrents
Why gulls nest and roost on roofs, the mess and noise they cause, legal protection for nesting gulls and humane deterrent options for chimneys and ridges.
Bird Proofing for Commercial Buildings and Flats
Bird proofing for shops, warehouses, schools and blocks of flats: common problem areas, access, communicating with occupants and planning humane work.
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