Spring Birds and how they affect your business
Spring is upon us and that means an influx of pest birds. From early March through late May, millions of birds will be on the lookout for places to roost and nest. They’ll look for food and water to feed their young. And they won’t be shy about flocking to your place of business.
Lots of Bird Droppings
Most business owners/operators know that with birds come lots of droppings. The unwelcome “salt & pepper” streaks on signs, windows, doors, entryways and walkways can adversely affect the image of a business. So much so that potential customers will be turned away if this debris is not promptly cleaned up. Cleaning up bird droppings can be costly. Large amounts of dried bird droppings can be difficult to remove and may even call for clean-up crews to wear PPE (proper protective equipment).
Health & Safety Concerns
Birds eat and poop—a lot. And the droppings they leave behind can carry any of 60 known diseases. This can be a problem for any business, especially those that store, process or serve food. Health inspectors are always on the lookout for evidence of bird droppings and they won’t hesitate to cite a business that fails to address the problem with proper bird controls and clean up measures. Bird droppings can also pose dangerous slip-and-fall hazards to employees and customers. A slip that results in injury could expose a business to costly litigation.
Costly Property Damage
When birds gather around your signs, awnings and roof, they build nests next to your AC units, vents, and under your solar panels. The clever little critters will find all those nooks and crannies on the front of your building, obstructing lights and security cameras. Bird nests built on or near heated lights, electric motors or wiring can cause fires. Bird debris left to gather on roof and other overhanging structures can dislodge roofing tiles and eventually cause costly roof leaks. Worse yet, the build up droppings can cause these structures to collapse, leading to property damage and possible injury to employees and customers.
Consult the Experts
The bird control pros at Bird B Gone offer a wide variety of bird deterrents and repellents. These are not only humane but highly effective in preventing spring birds from gathering in and around your business. If you’re unsure about which bird control product would work best for your specific situation, Bird B Gone has over 80 years of combined experience in the field of bird control. We can help you with product selection, installation and cleanup. Just call us at (888) 570-0360 for a catalog, pricing, or product samples or email us at nobirds@birdbgone.com. We also work with a network of authorized installers, call today for a trained bird control professional in your area.