Bird Management Solutions - Bird Fouling Removal

bird fouling

Bird fouling contains many bacteria and pathogens that can lead to potentially fatal illnesses in humans. Because of this, only trained and suitably equipped personnel should attempt this task. Bird fouling is classified as controlled waste, and bird carcasses are classified as clinical waste.

Neither fouling nor carcasses may be disposed of with normal household/commercial waste and can only be carried in licensed vehicles.

Gutters and gullies blocked with pigeon droppings

the procedure

When removing bird fouling, the correct PPE (personal protective equipment) must always be used. This usually consists of P3 respirators, nitrile gloves, and coveralls. Before commencing fouling removal works, we treat the area with a biocide to neutralise any harmful pathogens.

We then remove the fouling and nesting materials and place them in strong, sealed plastic bags. The bags are then placed either in special hazardous waste skips or taken away from site to be disposed of in the appropriate manner.

Any pigeon carcasses found will be taken away for incineration, as these cannot be placed in skips.

Pigeon fouling on insulation in a loft space

dry fouling

If the fouling is dry, such as in a loft space, we then vacuum up any potentially harmful dust with M-class dust extractors. These extractors are fitted with special filters that prevent the dust from being recirculated around the area.

We then carry out a further biocide treatment to kill off any remaining harmful pathogens.

We refer to the above procedures as a ‘bulk fouling removal’. Once this has been performed, we can carry out additional services such as replacing loft insulation or jet washing outdoor areas if required.

Further Information

Other Facts

Large fouling and loft clearances will usually require the hire of a skip. The cost of this is always included in our quotations.
Pigeon nests can be removed year round. For other birds like gulls and starlings, we can only remove nesting materials once the young have left the nest.

Suitable For

All Birds

Areas

All Areas

loft clearances

We specialise in the clearance of domestic lofts infested with pigeons and contaminated with fouling. Firstly, we evict the pigeons from a loft and block the entry holes to prevent them from returning. We then remove all pigeon fouling, nests, and contaminated items, including insulation.

We vacuum between the joists and then treat the loft with a biocide to kill off any remaining harmful pathogens and an insecticide to eliminate any biting insects that remain.

Finally, if the customer requests, we can also install new insulation.

Why choose Bird Management Solutions?

Removal of bird fouling can often involve working in very confined or difficult to access spaces. As full PPE needs to be worn, the work can be hot, tiring, and very unpleasant. Due to the difficult conditions, it is important that the team carrying out the work is experienced and equipped to carry out the task.

Bird Management Solutions are massively experienced at bird fouling removal - from domestic loft spaces to empty buildings, church bell towers, and shop frontages. We have removed bird fouling from nearly all types of building. One of our largest projects was removing nearly 2 tonnes of fouling from under Bournemouth Pier!

If you have any questions about our bird fouling removal services or wish to book a free, no-obligation site survey, then please contact us now to speak to a qualified bird fouling removal expert.