Birds

Unmanaged bird activity—especially from pigeons and gulls—can cause major problems for homes and businesses across the North East. Droppings create slip hazards, corrode building materials, and foul signage and façades. Nesting can block gutters, HVAC units, and solar panels. Birds also spread disease and attract insect infestations.

At Pest Shield, we provide humane bird control in Newcastle, Sunderland, Durham and Gateshead, using discreet proofing systems that prevent perching, roosting, and nesting. Our solutions are long-lasting, tidy, and supported by full documentation for compliance.

Humane, Long-Lasting Bird Control Solutions

We design bird control systems tailored to your site, including:

• Bird Netting – Reliable for courtyards, canopies, loading bays, roof decks and voids, ideal for medium to heavy bird pressure.

• Anti-Perch Spikes – Low-profile control for ledges, ridge lines, signs and pipework where birds land repeatedly.

• Post-and-Wire Systems – Discreet deterrent for heritage façades and front elevations where appearance matters.

• Electric Track Systems – Flexible for ornate parapets or complex rooflines where other proofing won’t fit.

• Solar Panel Bird Proofing – Prevents pigeons nesting under arrays without drilling frames or voiding warranties.

Cleaning, Sanitation & Safe Disposal

Effective control starts with proper cleaning. We safely remove guano and nesting materials, apply biocidal treatments to reduce odour and insect risk, and prepare surfaces for secure fixings. All waste is collected and disposed of in line with UK regulations.

Survey-Led & Legally Compliant

Every project begins with a site survey to confirm species, assess bird pressure (light, medium, heavy), and plan access (MEWPs, rope or scaffold). Recommendations follow UK wildlife legislation: proofing is always the first option. Where population control is legally required, it is carried out only under the correct licence and recorded properly.

Bird Control for Businesses & Public Buildings

We support:

• Food premises & hospitality venues

• Education & healthcare sites

• Warehouses, logistics & retail parks

Our work is discreet and scheduled to minimise disruption. After installation, you’ll receive a digital report including:

• Materials used and where installed

• Photographs of works completed

• Maintenance advice

• Compliance information for EHOs, insurers, and safety audits

For multi-site operators around Team Valley, Quorum/Silverlink, Riverside Park, Portrack and Teesdale, we can phase works around shutdowns and trading hours.

Bird Control for Homes & Landlords

From balcony fouling to blocked gutters or loft roosting, we provide practical solutions that actually last. Unlike cheap DIY kits that fail after a storm, our installations are durable and discreet. Customers benefit from:

• Transparent pricing

• Tidy, professional workmanship

• Housekeeping guidance (waste storage, feeding policies, vegetation management)

Our Process

1. Survey & Plan – Confirm species, map entry points, assess building materials and agree safe access.

2. Pre-Clean & Treat – Remove guano and nesting material, apply appropriate biocide.

3. Install – Fit the right proofing system for your site, to manufacturer guidelines.

4. Snag & Sign-Off – Live test, provide photographic evidence, and issue maintenance advice.

5. Aftercare – Scheduled inspections for high-pressure sites and remedial works if weather or trades disturb fixings.

Why Choose Pest Shield?

• Local North East technicians with fast response times

• Humane, legally compliant bird control

• Systems tailored to your building, not a “one-size-fits-all kit”

• Discreet installations with tidy workmanship

• Clear reports for compliance and peace of mind

Areas We Cover

We provide expert bird control in Newcastle, Sunderland, Durham and Gateshead, as well as across the wider North East including:

Ashington, Bishop Auckland, Blyth, Chester-le-Street, Consett, Cramlington, Crook, Darlington, Hartlepool, Hebburn, Houghton-le-Spring, Jarrow, Middlesbrough, Morpeth, North Shields, Peterlee, Redcar, Seaham, South Shields, Stanley, Stockton-on-Tees, Tynemouth, Wallsend, Washington and Whitley Bay

Get a Free Survey

Send us a few photos and a short description of the problem. We’ll recommend the most effective bird control solution and provide a clear, itemised quote.

📞 Call 0191 7166647 or email info@pest-shield.co.uk to book your free survey today.