Why You Should Do Away with Birds
Most homeowners have experienced the bad side of birds. Birds can also be a significant pest for commercial establishments, especially in the food business, such as factories and grain warehouses. However, the problems that come with bird infestation fall under several broad categories. These range from structural damage to the spread of diseases.
Wildlife laws protect birds. This means that they can only be killed or handled in a certain way. If you are struggling with bird infestation, you must understand which bird species are considered dangerous. The following bird species are considered problematic in most jurisdictions:
- Indian Myna
- Pigeons
- Starlings
- Gulls
- Wood Peckers
- Seagulls
Here is a list of common problems caused By birds
Fouling
Unsightly droppings on nearby pavements often characterize roosting sites. Droppings are not only an eyesore, but they might also result in several problems ranging from slip and falls to unsightly stains on vehicles or materials nearby.
Physical Damage
Large birds such as pigeons cause all manner of structural problems. For instance, they might dislodge roof tiles leaving you exposed to water damage or compromise your installation. Bird droppings also corrode bricks, paint, or metals. These damages could result in costly repairs.
Spread Diseases
Bird droppings host some destructive bacteria, which contaminate surfaces, foods, or goods. It is worth noting that bird droppings contain dangerous parasites such as Salmonella, Histoplasma, and E.coli, which can be infectious.
Spread Insects and Parasites
Bird droppings contain ticks, fleas, and mites. As such, having birds around your property exposes you to the dangers associated with pest infestation. Therefore, keeping birds away from your property can save you from unnecessary pest infestation problems.
Blocked Drainage Systems
A combination of nest and bird dropping can take a toll on your drainage system. The drainage leading the roof, gutters, and pipes, can then expose your property to the water damage, including leaks, rotten timbers, and damaged plaster.
Contamination
Some cheeky birds can access your food storage units through doors, windows, damaged roofs, and ventilation points. Birds can contaminate your foods by pecking or through their droppings. Contaminate foods expose you to a variety of diseases.
You know have an idea of how destructive birds can be, just in case you did not know. So it is important to be on the lookout for signs of a possible infestation and arrest the situation as soon as possible.
