Population control can be an effective solution to bird problems. Before we implement any programme of this type, we conduct a full auditable assessment to establish whether natural alternatives can be used. At NBC Bird and Pest Solutions, we have a full range of bird management solutions to tackle any type of problem. Most commonly, our work centres on pigeon and seagull control.
Trapping birds, nest removal or oiling of eggs to prevent birds from hatching are among the options available as population control solutions. Should they be appropriate, clients can be confident that all work by NBC Bird and Pest Solutions will be carried out sympathetically and humanely.
Typical Applications
Pigeon Peril
A population of pigeons had been causing a messy problem at the warehouse of Swale Building Supplies (SBS) for several months. Chris Yates, Company Director of Swales described the situation: "We have been faced with pigeon’s mess every day, often putting our hands in it on the handrail of the stairs."
As the UK leader in bird control, NBC found the solution in the form of birds of prey - two Harris hawks and a peregrine falcon. The hawk and falcon were flown around buildings where the pigeons had settled and become a nuisance, every day for five days. Thereafter, they were brought back once a week and imitation hawks were strategically placed to make pigeons think the birds have moved in, meaning they soon moved out!
Destruction Derby
When one of the world's leading engineering companies, ABB, experienced a problem with destructive and messy gulls, they turned to NBC.
Within days of introducing a falconry programme, numbers reduced by over 50% and the gulls became less aggressive. Robin Mason, Maintenance Team Leader of ABB's Gloucester branch was also impressed by NBC's ‘green’ credentials: “I chose NBC Bird and Pest Solutions because they use a natural and humane way to combat bird problems. We’re very pleased with the work NBC has carried out.”
Home to Roost
Re-roofing of a 40,000sq ft unit in Gemini Business Park came to an abrupt halt when nests containing about 100 seagulls were discovered just as work began.
Graham Rees, Area Manager of NBC Bird and Pest Solutions' Dudley, Walsall and Wolverhampton branch, was called in along with his Harris hawk and peregrine falcon. Their presence, as part of a structured programme, was enough to scare away the nesting birds and lead to a humane and environmentally friendly long-term solution. After four years the business park will be completely gull free thanks to NBC expertise.
Star Quality
NBC quoted Norwich Union ‘happy’ after being called in to deal with a pigeon problem that had been plaguing their offices in the centre of Norwich.
Bird Controller Simon Collins and his bird Arnie caused quite the stir, attracting the attention of passers-by and the local media. Radio station, Broadland 102 were so intrigued that they put together a feature and interview with Simon to learn more about how the ancient art of falconry is used to deter pigeon pests. The programme has successfully reduced the bird problem.
Saving Grace
After having spending thousands of pounds every year clearing pigeon droppings, Dacorum Borough Council drafted in the services of NBC to find a way of cutting costs as well as c**p! as an answer to their pigeon problem.
NBC Bird and Pest Solutions' two year old Harris hawk, Habana, was regularly flown above the town centre to scare pigeons away from shopping streets. This environmentally-friendly method of falconry provides a long-term solution, finally ridding the town of its bird problem and convincing the pigeons it’s Harbana's territory, not theirs.
House of Horrors
For two years residents living in Whitworth Place, Oxford, had been on the receiving end of pigeons continually fouling their balconies and washing lines. Resident John Johnstone described it as being like the Hitchcock film, ‘The Birds’: “There were at least 30 pigeons at a time - the whole roof was covered'.
Oxford Council called on NBC Bird and Pest Solutions to put together a population control programme that included using Harris hawks to deter the feral pigeons. The Mayor of Oxford, Susanna Pressel, said the programme was so successful that she would advise hawking as a bird control method for other areas in the region.
