Spring Bird Control: Why Now Is the Time to Protect Your Building

As spring arrives and temperatures rise, birds begin their nesting season in earnest. For commercial building owners and facilities managers, this is the critical time to act on bird control before infestations become established.

Why Spring Is the Danger Period

Pigeons and seagulls are the most common culprits when it comes to building damage. During spring, they actively seek sheltered nesting sites on roofs, ledges, balconies and within building cavities. Once nesting begins, removing them becomes more complex due to protections under the Wildlife and Countryside Act.

The Real Cost of Inaction

Bird infestations cause far more damage than most people realise:

• Bird excrement is acidic and corrodes paint, stone, metal and roofing materials.
• Nesting materials block gutters and drainage, leading to water damage and leaks.
• Displaced roof tiles can cause leaks and structural vulnerability.
• Bird droppings carry bacteria and fungi that pose serious health risks, including histoplasmosis and psittacosis.
• The unsightly appearance of bird-fouled buildings can damage a business’s reputation.

Proactive Solutions

The most effective approach is prevention. Professional bird deterrent systems, installed before nesting season begins, can protect your building year-round:

• Anti-bird netting: Discreet mesh that prevents birds from accessing nesting areas.
• Bird wire systems: Stainless steel wires on ledges and parapets that make landing uncomfortable.
• Spike systems: Humane spike strips that deter perching on flat surfaces.

At Avisan, our rope access technicians can survey your building, identify vulnerable areas and install the most appropriate deterrent system. All our methods are RSPB-approved and fully compliant with UK wildlife legislation.