Any gap in the building fabric that is greater than approximately 50mm in diameter should be considered a potential entry point for pigeons. If you have already noticed some roosting on your property, there is a risk they will attract others. Pigeons are gregarious creatures preferring to live in colonies of anywhere between 20 and 400 so a small problem has the potential to turn into a much larger one. Ideal pest control is a continuous task with commercial & Industrial building being contaminated with pigeons nesting etc.
A pigeon’s natural food source is grain and seeds but they can survive in towns and cities by scavenging processed food matter, such as the remains of takeaways and food waste from dustbins. Given an adequate food supply these birds can breed throughout the year, although the peak breeding season is usually between March and July. While it may be hard for some to consider these birds as pests, an infestation can lead to health hazards, architectural damage and disease.
Netting is a very simple material. Due to its flexibility, lightweight and low visibility it can be used on almost any configuration of structure. High-quality netting is made of polyethylene (not polypropylene), it is knotted (not knitted or molded) and has 22 kg of breaking strength. Mounting bird netting to any structure requires serious planning and it is always project specific, often requiring custom designed, engineered and fabricated hardware to facilitate proper integration, which in turn ensures aesthetics, effectiveness and longevity.