Pigeon Proofing & Bird Control

Inspection-Led Bird Exclusion Across Newcastle, Sunderland, Durham & the North East

Pigeons and gulls can create contamination, slip hazards and structural issues where buildings provide regular roosting or nesting opportunities. Common problems include fouling of façades and walkways, blocked gutters and plant areas, contamination around air intakes, and secondary insect activity.

At Pest Shield, bird proofing is carried out following inspection, where species, pressure and structural risk are assessed. Systems are selected based on the building type and level of activity to provide durable, proportionate control.

Inspection-Led Specification

Before recommending any proofing system, we assess:

• Bird species involved

• Activity level (light, moderate or heavy pressure)

• Access points and harbourage

• Building structure and surface materials

• Access requirements and safety considerations

This ensures the system installed is appropriate for the risk profile of the site.

Bird Proofing Systems

Where inspection findings justify proofing, systems may include:

Bird Netting
Used to exclude birds from courtyards, light-wells, loading bays, rooftops and plant decks. Installed with correct tensioning and perimeter fixing to suit the structure.

Anti-Perch Spikes
Low-profile deterrents for ledges, sills, signage, ridge lines and pipework where birds regularly land.

Post-and-Wire Systems
Discrete deterrent systems suitable for front elevations and heritage façades where appearance is a priority.

Electric Deterrent Track
Low-profile systems for ornate stonework, parapets and complex roofscapes where alternative measures are unsuitable.

Solar Panel Bird Proofing
Purpose-designed exclusion systems to prevent nesting beneath solar arrays without interfering with panel integrity.

The system selected depends entirely on inspection findings and building suitability.

Cleaning, Preparation & Substrate Assessment

Effective proofing often requires preparatory work. Where contamination is present, this may include:

• Removal of guano and nesting material

• Targeted biocide treatment where appropriate

• Safe waste disposal in accordance with regulations

• Surface preparation to ensure fixings and adhesives bond correctly

Preparation supports installation longevity and reduces ongoing hygiene risk.

Safety, Compliance & Documentation

All work is risk-assessed and method statements are prepared where required. Access solutions may include scaffold, MEWPs or rope access depending on site conditions.

Bird proofing recommendations follow UK wildlife legislation, prioritising non-lethal exclusion systems. Where population control is legally justified, it is undertaken only under appropriate licence and with full documentation.

Digital reporting may include:

• Areas treated

• Systems installed

• Materials used

• Photographic records

• Maintenance recommendations

This supports compliance, insurance and safety audits where required.

Commercial & Multi-Site Work

We carry out bird proofing for:

• Food premises

• Education and healthcare settings

• Retail and logistics sites

• Industrial and managed commercial estates

For multi-site operators across the North East, works can be phased and scheduled to minimise disruption to operations.

Homes & Managed Residential Properties

Domestic and landlord work commonly involves:

• Balcony fouling

• Blocked gutters

• Solar array nesting

• Ridge line and chimney roosting

Recommendations focus on proportionate, durable systems rather than temporary deterrents that are likely to fail.

Our Process

Survey & Plan
Assess species, pressure, entry points and structural considerations.

Preparation
Remove contamination and prepare surfaces where required.

Installation
Fit the appropriate system in accordance with manufacturer guidance.

Sign-Off & Documentation
Provide photographic evidence and maintenance advice.

Aftercare
Scheduled checks for higher-pressure sites where ongoing monitoring is appropriate.

Discuss Bird Proofing Following Inspection

If bird activity is causing contamination or structural concerns, an inspection allows us to assess risk and recommend appropriate exclusion measures.

Call us on 0191 7166647
Contact us online to request an inspection

Pest Shield – Inspection-Led Bird Proofing with Clear Digital Reporting Across the North East.