Seagulls can become a significant nuisance for both residential and commercial properties, causing damage, noise, and health risks. At Total Pest Control, we understand the challenges posed and provide effective seagull pest control solutions tailored to your needs. With years of experience in humane and environmentally responsible pest control, our team is equipped to tackle seagull infestations, helping to protect your property and restore peace of mind.
Whether dealing with nesting gulls, excessive droppings, or aggressive behavior, our technicians are here to offer expert advice and seagull removal services to resolve the issue efficiently.
What are the clear signs of Seagulls?
Although we would traditionally have found Gulls predominantly in and around our coastal areas this is no longer the case and you can quite readily find Herring Gulls, Lesser Black Backed Gulls and Black Headed Gulls much further inland. In fact, many of our calls for seagull pest control and seagull removal are coming from places over an hour from the coast.
Gulls often cause a nuisance when they are nesting on our buildings whether that be a private house, a hotel, warehouse or factory. Seagull infestations can be extensive and often nest in large colonies. Once a breeding ground is established they will return to it year after year.
A few signs which are associated with Gull activity that requires help can include:
Guano
The most obvious sign of a Gull problem, guano is not only unsightly it can cause damage to buildings and has health implications. We offer guano removal as part of our seagull pest control.
Damage
Gulls can cause damage to buildings, guttering and drainage when they are building and placing their nests. Seagull exterminator solutions play a vital role in protecting properties from damage.
Attacks
Gulls are very protective of their nests and chicks during the breeding season and the birds have been known to be aggressive towards humans during this period by swooping and dive bombing passers-by. Our seagull removal services ensure that your family and home is protected.
There are six species of Seagulls which can be a public nuisance:
- Common Gull – Larus canus
- Black Headed Gull – Larus ridibundus
- Great Black Backed Gull – Larus Marinus
- Lesser Black Backed Gull – Larus Fuscus
- Kittiwake – Rissa tridactyla
- Herring Gull – Larus argentatus
Appearance:
- Medium to Large sized bird
- Large wing span
- Black or grey back and wings
- Depending on species they can be between 34cm to 78cm in length
- Usually found in large groups
Problems associated with Gulls
Gulls can pose significant health risks for both humans and animals which is why seagull pest control conducted by a reputable company is recommended. Once a seagull infestation is identified, it is crucial to bring in expert seagull removal to stop the below health risks from occurring:
- Building Damage
- Cryptococcosis – This is a very serious illness. It begins as a lung infection but can progress to the meninges of the brain causing Meningitis
- Erysipelas – This is a serious wound infection, which may be brought about by the transmission of streptococcus pyrogenes that may enter minor wounds from the debris of birds’ environment.
- Secondary Pest – Nest can be ideal habitats for blood feeding parasites that can bite such as bird mite (Dermanyssus spp)
How to get rid of Seagulls?
Seagull pest control is essential should you have a seagull infestation on your property. The longer the problem is left untreated the more expensive it can be to ensure effective seagull removal.
To help you get rid of seagulls, we provide the following seagull pest control solutions:
Bird Netting
One of the most popular and effective methods used for protecting structures against Gulls. Nets are highly versatile and can be used on most parts of a building where there is a void or ledge. Learn more about why Bird Netting is a crucial part of our effective seagull removal solutions.
Ledge protection
Stainless steel post and wire systems can be fitted to ledges to make the potential landing surface unstable, preventing birds from settling. This is a discreet seagull pest control system that is suitable for light pressure and possibly an alternative to spikes for aesthetic purposes.
Trapping
Trapping of gulls is often perceived as the most humane method of seagull removal. The birds are enticed to feed and enter open traps for a few days after which the traps are set and the birds are trapped. Our seagull pest control team then ensures they are humanely dispatched.
Culling
Culling can control bird infestations, but only if adopted on a continual basis. The preferred and most cost-effective method of culling as a seagull pest control solution is conducted by shooting.
Get In Touch Today
Is your home or business facing a pressing seagull infestation? Fear not. Our seagull pest control team can ensure quick, effective and affordable seagull removal services that eradicate them and deter them from coming back. Trust in our seagull exterminator solutions today.
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