Seagull Control

Herring seagulls and Black-backed seagulls thrive near coastal areas. These seagulls have adapted to urban environments and can find abundant food sources in landfills, garbage dumps, street litter, and household garbage. Seagulls pose a significant challenge for property owners because buildings with flat roofs mimic their natural cliff nesting habitats. This makes these structures attractive nesting sites for these birds. Seagulls congregating causes problems due to excessive bird droppings which create disgusting conditions that are unsafe and potentially damaging to the building’s appearance and structure. 

EcoGuard Pest Management provides comprehensive seagull control and management services that ensure residential and commercial properties are protected from the damage caused by these birds. Our services include:

• Seagull Abatement: Proactive measures are taken to prevent seagullss from entering and nesting on your property. This includes securing potential nesting sites and deploying seagull deterrents. We use nets, spikes, and chemical deterrents to stop infestations before they start.
• Seagull Waste Removal: Our team cleans and sanitizes areas affected by seagull waste. We clean up and sanitize areas with seagull droppings, seagull nests, and any other signs of seagull activity. This step is crucial for maintaining hygiene and mitigating health risks.
• Solar Panel Care: Our experts use manufacturer-approved methods to protect solar panels from seagull damage. These birds often use solar panels as coverage from predators as well as cover them with droppings which reduces their efficiency. Our solar panels cleaning helps panels remain clean and fully functional.

Seagull Control Strategies

EcoGuard Pest Management is a leader in Seagull control methodology & service.

EcoGuard Pest Management employs a variety of humane and effective strategies for seagull management that focus on prevention rather than harm. Our proven methods include:

• Food Source Management: Trash bins need secure lids to contain trash otherwise seagulls will tear into exposed trash bags to access the food inside.
• Signage: Signs that discourage people from feeding seagulls is recommended because people feeding seagulls is a primary reason for their presence in popular areas around the beach.
• Property Modification: Deterrents like predatory sounds, strobe lights, and unpleasant odors help make the property less attractive to seagulls.
• Physical Bird Barriers: Bird netting or spikes prevent seagulls from landing, perching, roosting, and nesting on the property.
• Overhead Grid Systems: Stainless steel wires in a checkerboard pattern over specific areas like ponds, pools, and rooftops discourage seagull activity.
• Bird Nets and Wires: Seagull nets and wires deter them from nesting in spots like overhangs and solar panels.

We understand that seagulls are a protected species, so we curate our bird control strategies to ensure they are humane and non-lethal. Instead, we focus on deterrence and habitat modification to effectively manage seagull populations.

Seagulls a Threat to Your Home or Business

Seagulls are aggressive scavengers that pose various threats to homes and businesses. Several reasons why seagulls can be problematic include:

• Property Damage: Seagull droppings are highly acidic and corrosive and can cause significant damage to vehicles, building exteriors, paintwork, and signage. Their nesting activities can also lead to costly structural damage and create fire hazards.
• Health Risks: Seagulls are known carriers of harmful bacteria and fungi. They spread diseases like E. coli, Psittacosis, and Cryptococcosis through direct contact and contamination. What’s worse is that once their droppings dry out, they can become agitated and turn to dust which then becomes airborne and can cause serious respiratory problems.
• Noise Pollution: During their nesting season seagulls are extremely loud which can affect the operational activities of businesses and the comfort of residential areas.
• Increased Maintenance and Cleaning Costs: The accumulation of seagull droppings and nesting materials can lead to increased maintenance and cleaning expenses.
• Aggressive Behavior: Seagulls are territorial and aggressive, especially during the nesting season. This can result in physical harm to humans that may be carrying food as well as any perceived threat to their nesting area.

Seagull Information

Seagulls are easily recognizable by their white or grey plumage and their proximity to coastal areas. It is important to note that these migratory birds can survive in just about any habitat and are commonly found in deserts and regions far from water as well. They typically range in size from 12 inches to 30 inches and can weigh between 4 oz and 4 lbs. They are ravenous omnivores that can survive on just about anything they can consume. Their natural diet consists of bugs, rodents, reptiles, and seeds but their exposure to urban landscapes has increased their dietary range to also include human leftovers and refuse. This diet flexibility contributes to their widespread presence. Their bodies have acclimated to coastal environments and their migratory patterns have helped them evolve another unique feature which allows them to survive on salt water. By understanding seagulls’ diet and habitat, we can create effective mitigation strategies that help deter seagulls and keep them away from your property. 

For immediate service for all of your seagull control concerns please call 866-326-2847 or complete this form.

Additional Pest Commonly Treated

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