Methods - Proofing
The proofing of buildings against pest birds involves fixing spikes, wires and other anti-perching devices to prevent pest birds from nesting, roosting or landing on areas of buildings.
The Proofing of buildings is fast becoming the permanent answer to the problems associated with Bird Control on buildings and roofs
Whether the problem is roosting pigeons, seagulls or corvids, the destruction to buildings and mortar is evident. Bird 'guano' contains acids which eat away at brickwork, damaging buildings leaving the need for costly repair work. This can be a particular problem on historic and graded buildings. There is also an important factor of the Health & Safety risk associated with 'guano' around public areas.
A full range of products are available to protect buildings from each target species, for shops, hangers and any other areas suffering with bird ingress. To ensure that the appearance of the building is maintained many of our products are designed to match the façade colour to help it blend in.
If proofing is expertly surveyed and installed it can be the most effective product on the market. Not only does it reduce the number of birds visiting the site it can also reduce the maintenance costs associated with cleaning any nests and debris from the site. Proofing against roosting and nesting birds also prevents the build up of 'guano'. This is most important to protect and prevent against the bacteria and disease that is associated with bird droppings.
If you have a particular need to protect your existing building or want advice on proofing a newly planned structure call Ecopro and arrange a free on site survey.