Pigeons, despite their common presence in urban areas, can become a serious problem for property owners and building managers. These birds not only litter with their guano, but can also transmit diseases and cause structural damage to buildings. Fortunately, there are several effective solutions to control and prevent pigeon infestation: pigeon deterrents. This guide explores the different types of pigeon bollards, their benefits, installation and maintenance methods, with a special focus on the innovative products offered by WonderPest.
What is a pigeon bollard?
A pigeon deterrent is a device designed to prevent pigeons from roosting on structures and buildings and thus avoid causing them harm. The objective is to create an unwelcome or inaccessible environment for these birds, thus reducing their presence in specific areas. Bollards can range from physical solutions, such as spikes (needles) and nets, to more sophisticated solutions using advanced technology.
Types of pigeon deterrents
Needles (spikes): Probably the best known type, they consist of a series of metal or plastic spikes that prevent pigeons from landing on surfaces such as cornices, signs and balustrades.
Anti-pigeon nets: An effective solution for closing off entrances to courtyards, balconies or entire attics. The nets are discreet and highly resistant, creating an impenetrable physical barrier.
Electrical netting: Cables subjected to light electrical tension, installed in such a way as to make it unpleasant for pigeons to land, discouraging them from using certain areas.
Ultrasonic systems: These devices emit sounds at a frequency that disturbs pigeons but is generally inaudible to the human ear. They are particularly useful in large areas such as warehouses or railway stations.
Innovative WonderPest systems: Steel strips with unpleasant micro-points for landing (Tikol T) or pivoting plastic devices (Balance B) that make it unstable for the pigeon to land and stay.
Advantages of using bollards
The use of pigeon bollards offers numerous benefits:
- Protection of property: They prevent damage caused by acidic pigeon guano, which can quickly corrode building materials.
- Hygiene improvement: They reduce the risk of transmission of diseases such as salmonella and histoplasmosis, commonly associated with pigeon droppings.
- Environmentally friendly: Unlike other bird control methods, bollards are non-lethal and do not interfere with the local ecosystem.
Installation and maintenance
The installation of pigeon deterrents varies according to the type chosen:
- Needles: Easy to install, they can be attached with silicone or screws to almost any surface but still have a visual impact and are often bypassed by pigeons and require cleaning.
- Nets: They require careful planning to completely cover the area, they still have a discrete visual impact but once installed need little maintenance.
- Ultrasonic systems: May require specific configurations to maximise coverage and effectiveness, require a fair amount of investment and need electricity.
- Mains: Need planning and installation, require a discrete investment, electricity and periodic inspection.
- Innovative WonderPest systems: Intuitive installation, also do-it-yourself and limited maintenance, also ideal for gutters (Tikol T) or balconies (Balance B).
However, for all systems we recommend regular checks, more or less frequent depending on their technology, to ensure that they are always functional and free of damage or wear.
WonderPest innovations: Tikol T and Balance B
In conclusion, among the most advanced solutions are WonderPest’s Tikol T and Balance B bollards. Tikol T uses stainless steel spikes to create a surface that is uncomfortable but not harmful to pigeons. It is particularly effective for protecting cornices, roofs, gutters, monuments, signs. Balance B, on the other hand, employs a tilting platform that destabilises pigeons as soon as they attempt to land and is ideal for balconies, balustrades and cornices.
Both are designed to be environmentally friendly and easy to install, even independently without the use of pest control companies, offering a durable solution with minimal maintenance. Unlike other bollards, Tikol T and Balance B are also aesthetically discreet, maintaining the visual integrity of buildings.
Using these devices not only helps keep spaces clean and safe, but also promotes a healthier and more pleasant urban environment for all.
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FAQ: Frequently asked questions about pigeon deterrents
1. How do pigeon deterrents work?
Pigeon deterrents are designed to prevent these birds from roosting on structures by preventing them from landing or making it inconvenient or impossible for them to do so. They use physical methods such as needles, nets, electric, ultrasonic or innovative systems (WonderPest) to create an inhospitable environment without harming pigeons.
2. Which types of pigeon deterrents are most effective?
Needles and nets are among the most effective pigeon deterrents. Needles physically prevent them from landing while nets block access to larger areas such as balconies or attics. Ultrasonic systems offer an unobtrusive option for large areas where physical installation is not possible, WonderPest devices offer, in addition to effectiveness, low visual impact, ease of installation and minimal maintenance.
3. Are pigeon deterrents safe for animals?
Yes, pigeon deterrents are designed to be safe and non-lethal. They do not aim to injure pigeons but simply deter them from settling on certain surfaces, using physical barriers or sensory stimuli that make them uncomfortable.
4. Can I install pigeon deterrents myself?
Many pigeon deterrents, such as the needles and especially the WonderPest devices (Tikol T and Balance B), are quite simple to install and can be fixed independently with basic tools. However, for more complex solutions such as nets or ultrasonic systems, it may be advisable to consult a professional.
5. Where can I buy pigeon repellents that are effective?
Pigeon repellents can be purchased in hardware shops, garden centres or online. WonderPest offers a range of innovative deterrents such as Tikol T and Balance B, which combine effectiveness, safety and discretion, available directly on this website.
