Pigeon Proofing

Pigeon proofing is effective at ensuring pigeons move on from your roof. However, it isn’t a magic solution in that it works instantly. Often the pigeons may come back and attempt to get past the mesh (they won’t be able to). This will happen especially if they have completed a full breeding cycle, raising chicks from eggs to adults. This is why it is important to tackle a pigeon problem as early as possible.

Generally, we find that it will take up to 2 months for pigeons to completely move on.

This will depend on a case by case basis. Certain breeds of pigeons are pests in Brisbane, and cause a lot of damage. You may never have pigeons under your solar panels. But if you do ever have a pigeon problem you will notice it. Whether you get your solar panels pigeon proofed before pigeons are nesting their or after is entirely up to you. We recommend getting pigeon proofing done prior to pigeons nesting in your panels to reduce the potential damage. If you do ever experience a pigeon problem, give us a call and we can help you out.

Solar panels offer a warm safe place for pigeons to hide and build a nest. They provide cover from predators and the weather. Beneath the panels, pigeons can safely build a nest, lay their eggs, and raise chicks. This is what attracts pigeons in the first place, once they have set up a home it is difficult to get them to move on without the help of an expert.

Pigeon will absolutely cause damage to your solar panels. Pigeon droppings have a high acidity so, they than cause corrosion and structural damage to your panels. Often, pigeons will also peck at wiring which can damage them and affect the operations of your solar panels. The damage also doesn’t stop at your solar panels, your gutters can also get severely damaged from pigeon droppings and any seeds or plant matter contained within.