Pigeon Control for GTA Commercial and Residential Properties

Every commercial building in the GTA has them: pigeons clustering on ledges, roofs, and air conditioning units. These birds are not native wildlife to North America. They are feral rock doves, and they cause significant problems.

Why Pigeons Are a Problem

Disease: Pigeons carry over 60 diseases, including psittacosis, salmonella, and avian influenza. Their droppings contain fungal spores that cause respiratory problems in humans.

Parasites: Pigeon loft beetles and bird mites infest buildings near pigeon roosts. These parasites bite humans and spread through the building.

Property damage: Pigeon droppings are acidic. They corrode metal, degrade paint, and stain building surfaces. On commercial rooftops, pigeon droppings damage HVAC equipment and create slip hazards.

Control Methods That Work

Exclusion: Install bird spikes, netting, or wire systems on ledges where pigeons roost. These prevent landing without harming the birds. Wire systems are invisible and aesthetically neutral.

Habitat modification: Remove food sources. Pigeons eat garbage, discarded food, and crumbs. Clean building perimeters and secure garbage areas.

Birth control: OvoControl is a contraceptive added to pigeon feed. It reduces reproduction over time. Used in some GTA commercial properties with success.

What Does Not Work

Shooting: Illegal in GTA urban areas. Firearms discharge is prohibited in built-up zones.

Poisoning: Illegal and dangerous. Poisoned pigeons die in hard-to-reach places, causing odor problems and secondary poisoning risks to other wildlife and pets.

GTA Building Types Affected

Older commercial buildings are most affected: parking structures, older office buildings, and historical properties with architectural features that provide roosting sites.

Residential properties with rooftop access and balconies also have pigeon problems. Balcony railings are perfect roosting sites.

Commercial Rooftop Management

Commercial buildings require regular rooftop management: monthly inspections, spike installation on HVAC units, and netting in large roosting areas. Annual contract pricing is common for commercial properties.

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