South Elmsall is a former mining town of terraces and post-war estates with farmland close by. Pigeons come and go between fields and roofs, and we fit humane proofing.
Farmland on the edge of a town gives pigeons somewhere to feed by day and somewhere to roost at night, and the nearest rooftops fit that bill. In South Elmsall, it is common for birds to leave the fields at dusk and settle on chimneys, garage roofs and ridge lines in the estates. Droppings then land on cars parked below, which is usually when people first call.
Terraces have continuous roofs and shared gutters, so a gap in one house can affect the row, whereas estate semis tend to have open eaves and porch canopies. We look for the entry points first and treat those, then protect the main perches. All methods are humane and lawful, as pigeons are protected wild birds. Quotes depend on how much needs doing and how high it is.
Birds often feed where food is plentiful and roost where it feels safe and sheltered. Roofs, chimneys and ledges offer shelter. Making your roof less comfortable can push them to roost elsewhere. Even so, they can be moved on if the roof becomes uncomfortable and unrewarding.
Yes. There are no call-out charges for a survey and quote. We look at the roof, explain what is causing the problem and set out the work and cost, with no obligation to go ahead.
Pigeon Proofing across Leeds and Yorkshire · Pest control in South Elmsall
One bird on a ledge is not a problem, but a settled flock is. Here is how to recognise a roost, a nesting site and a feeding habit, and what each one means for the building.
Read the advice →Pigeons rarely leave because you ask them to. They leave when a ledge, roof or sill stops being a comfortable place to land. This guide covers what works and what does not.
Read the advice →Pigeon proofing can range from a short job on a single ledge to a full scaffold project on a large building. This guide explains why, so you can judge a quote properly.
Read the advice →Pigeons are a nuisance long before they are a serious hazard, but a settled flock can cause blocked drainage, soiled entrances and hygiene concerns. Here is how to weigh the risks sensibly.
Read the advice →It is far easier to stop pigeons settling than to move a flock that has made itself at home. These are the steps that matter, in the order that tends to help most.
Read the advice →A householder can sort out a small ledge with the right materials, but larger buildings bring height, legal and hygiene issues. This guide explains where the line falls.
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A typical job begins with watching how the birds use the building, then fitting the system that fits that pattern.
Read the walk-through →Prompt, friendly and efficient service, realistic priceKaren Armistead18 June 2018
Returned our call promptly, agreed appt at short notice and did a great job on the bee/wasp nest in our bay window. We recommend him.Anne Blackledge18 June 2018
Thankyou for a fantastic service, refreshing change. no more mice at my home in LeedsJohn Burton29 September 2017
Tell us what you have seen and where, and we will come back to you. There are no call-out charges and surveys are free for homes and businesses.
