Calgary Pigeon Removal Specialists

NWCOA Certified Wildlife Control Operators.

At Lavellan Pest Solutions, our investigators are pigeon removal experts. As a top Calgary pest control company, we utilize the best tools, resources, and scientific research available in the pest control industry, and along with our trained, licensed, professional investigators, Lavellan Pest Solutions is able to provide unparalleled service when it comes to eliminating pigeons in Calgary.

Think you might have a pigeon problem around your home? Do you have pigeons making a mess on areas of your roof, gutters, downspouts, or maybe living in your attic?  Is Pigeon cooing waking you up in the morning?  If you think you might have a problem with pigeons, our experienced pest investigators can give you the peace of mind that you’re looking for.

With NWCOA certified wildlife control operators, Lavellan’s mindful, professional, and timely pigeon treatment services will have you pigeon-free again.

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Eliminate Pigeons From Your Property, get back your peace of mind!

Pigeons are a common urban pest throughout the year, creating mess and damaging property. They have an incredible range but will typically stick together in family units occupying a home territory of 1-3 kilometers. Pigeons like to perch, nest, and roost on tall objects or structures. The height and shelter provided by apartment/condo balconies makes them one of the most popular attractions for pigeons.

Call today to talk to a pigeon specialist 403-437-9310.

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Lavellan Pest Solutions - Bird & Wildlife Control - Calgary Pest Control

Lavellan Pest Solutions is a member of the National Wildlife Control Operators Association (NWCOA). Our certified, professional investigators are specially trained to provide effective control and management of birds and other wildlife that have become a nuisance or are causing damage to your Calgary home or property.

Pigeons And You

Pigeon - Columbidae

There are many species and subspecies of birds belonging to the family Columbidae. The terms “Dove” and “Pigeon” are used a lot to describe or name many of the subspecies, but the actual distinction between the two words is unclear and inconsistently applied between different professions, academia, and cultures.

The species known as the Rock Dove is most commonly attributed to the name “Pigeon”. The Domestic Pigeon is a subspecies of the Rock Dove, and the majority of pigeons that you will find in urban environments are actually Feral Pigeons of this subspecies.

Feral Pigeons are not aggressive birds, but they are a nuisance pest because of how quickly their populations can grow, their ability to nest almost anywhere with a bit of shelter, and the amount of damage they can cause with their nesting behaviours and their droppings.

Pigeons are non-migratory, staying active and continuing to nest throughout the year. Females can produce eggs as long as they have adequate shelter and an active food source, but spring and summer are still the most common breeding seasons in Calgary due to our cold winters.

Pigeon nests often harbour a number of different bird mites, dust mites, fleas, and bat bugs. Pigeon droppings can also contain a number of bacteria and parasites that are quite dangerous for humans and pets. Thick collections of droppings can also develop fungus, spores, and viruses that can then cause several foodborne illness and other more dangerous ailments among humans and pets. Histoplasmosis is probably the most dangerous disease spread by pigeon droppings as it can be fatal if left untreated. If you have pigeons nesting or roosting on your property, then it is a good idea to have a professional come in to help get rid of the pigeons as well as perform any clean up needed to make your property safe.

Pigeons are difficult to miss. They tend to congregate in family groups, perching on roof tops. The mess they tend to leave, along with the cooing noise they make, is often what prompts people to want do something to get rid of pigeons from their property.

Accumulations of droppings, feathers, and nesting debris are all common signs that pigeons are hanging out or nesting near by.

Getting Rid of Pigeons

To get rid of pigeons, there are three ways that you can go about it. Exclusion, Trapping, or Biological Control.

Pigeon Exclusion

Exclusion is the most effective pest control method to keep pigeons from nesting/roosting on your property. This involves making any areas where the pigeons would try to nest - or roost - inaccessible. Exclusion can be accomplished by either closing off the area completely, or by installing common deterrents such as bird spike, bird wire, or bird slope to make the area unusable as a roosting or nesting spot.

Pigeon Trapping

Trapping pigeons is another pest control option for controlling pigeon populations. Trapping is most effective in areas where heavy, recurring pigeon activity is present, and exclusion is not possible. Pigeon trapping can reduce large populations over time and can keep smaller populations under control. Trapping for pigeons is a long-term project with results showing over a period of months or years. Trapping is not recommended for small populations, or as a short-term solution.

Because pigeons have such a large range, it is unrealistic and often impossible to translocate pigeons to a new territory. As a result, pigeons caught in traps are almost always dispatched (killed).

Biological Pigeon Control

There are a couple of other pest control methods for controlling large pigeon populations. These involve the strategic use of chemical drugs mixed into the pigeon’s food supply. There are currently two types of chemical being used to successfully control large pigeon populations. The first acts like a mild hallucinogen which gets mixed into a special food supply, causing a percentage of pigeons to experience ill effects from the food, and convincing the pigeons that the food supply is no good and should be avoided. This method works best when the pigeons have few regular food sources, and where tainting their food source will cause them to move elsewhere. The second chemical acts as a sort of birth control for the birds which can have drastic effects on the population as the older population ages out and there are no new off spring to replace them. Both of these chemical methods require constant monitoring, and are most effective as long-term solutions to large populations.

Our Methods

At Lavellan Pest Solutions, we assess each pigeon problem on an individual basis to determine the best solution. Typically, exclusion methods are designed and used first, with trapping and/or biological control being utilized in situations with large pigeon populations where exclusion will not work or cannot be implemented.

Common Questions And Concerns About Pigeons

Q: Do fake owls work to scare away pigeons?

A: Not very effectively.  Pigeons are always aware of possible predators, and they will stay clear of any area where an owl might be present. However, the problem with plastic decoys is that they don’t move, they don’t make noises, and they don’t smell like predators. So, while pigeons may initially steer clear of a plastic owl (or other stationary decoy), it doesn’t take them long to figure out that it’s not a real animal, at which point, the pigeons will just ignore it completely, or use it as a perch to sit on.