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Professional Pigeon Control and Removal from Balconies
- Written by: Dan Frankian
If your balcony has become home to pigeons or other pest birds, you've probably tried DIY methods to get rid of them and found that your efforts yielded little or only temporary relief. Once pigeons establish nesting habits, professional pigeon control becomes a necessity.
This article focuses on long-term balcony protection for home owners, tenants, and multi-unit property managers.
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Pigeon Control for GTA Construction Sites
- Written by: Dan Frankian
Large congregations of feral pigeons can become a considerable problem at construction sites, damaging equipment and causing delays. Issues include droppings on work surfaces, nesting in unfinished structures, contamination of materials, and repeated cleanup.
This calls for professional pigeon control that can accommodate changing site layouts, worker safety, and construction schedules.
Pigeon Control for GTA Subway Stations
- Written by: Dan Frankian
Pigeons can become persistent problems around GTA subway stations and safe, lawful and targeted pigeon control and removal can present a great number of challenges in active subway environments.
Read on to learn more about professional pigeon removal from Toronto subway and train stations and what you can do to reduce the number of pest birds around our public transportation systems.
Raccoon Removal for Properties with Multiple Wildlife Species
- Written by: Dan Frankian
Your raccoon problem may not be the only issue you have; your property may also be home to squirrels, skunks, groundhogs, opossums, birds, or other wildlife.
Some home owners face a unique challenge when they want to remove the raccoons without unnecessarily disturbing or removing other animals. Perhaps the opossum is beneficial but the raccoon is not.
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Raccoon Control and Removal for Shared Attic Spaces
- Written by: Dan Frankian
Connected row houses, townhomes, and other attached GTA properties present a unique challenge by allowing raccoons to enter through one unit and potentially access connected structural spaces. This makes raccoon removal a multi-property issue.
Connected rooflines, attic voids, soffits, wall cavities, or other structural connections allow movement between units and make both the detection and capture of animals more challenging.
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How to Get Rid of Pigeons Naturally with Falconry
- Written by: Dan Frankian
Pigeons can become difficult to control around commercial, industrial and large outdoor properties. Many property owners look for a natural alternative to chemical repellents or physical barriers.
Can falconry remove pigeons? The short answer is yes. Falconry uses the natural predator-prey relationship to drive pigeons from an area. Unlike visual predator decoys, live birds of prey actively interact with the environment and influence pigeons' behaviour.
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Can You Get Rid of Raccoons Permanently?
- Written by: Dan Frankian
Yes—permanent raccoon removal is possible when the goal is to eliminate the specific problem animal rather than repeatedly relying on a never-ending cycle of trapping and relocation.
Raccoons almost always become repeat offenders once they establish access to a property. Repeated trapping, deterrence, or repairs can become an ongoing endeavor for home owners, compounding costs and damages.
The key is addressing the specific animal responsible for the recurring infestation rather than repeatedly restarting the same removal cycle. Hawkeye's Permanent Raccoon Removal service provides a specialized option for GTA property owners dealing with persistent raccoon problems. After a raccoon has been removed, appropriate exclusion and property repairs can then help reduce the likelihood of another raccoon taking advantage of the same access point.
How to Get Rid of Raccoons in a Chimney
- Written by: Dan Frankian
A chimney can provide a warm, sheltered, and elevated space for raccoons to den, particularly during Toronto's harsh winters.
Getting a raccoon out of a chimney isn't simply a matter of making noise or blocking the chimney. The appropriate approach depends on whether the chimney is currently occupied, whether young are present, and whether the animal has another way to exit. Chimney access should be handled carefully because improper removal can trap or injure the animal and create a bigger problem.
How to Keep Pest Birds and Animals Away From Halloween Decorations
- Written by: Dan Frankian
Halloween decorations can create new perching, nesting, sheltering or feeding opportunities for pest birds such as pigeons, crows, gulls, etc. Some displays can also attract raccoons, squirrels, skunks, and other wildlife, particularly when food, pumpkins, or organic materials are involved.
Read on to find out how you can protect your Halloween decorations from birds and reduce wildlife attractions around the property.
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How to Get Rid of Pigeons in Parking Lots & Garages
- Written by: Dan Frankian
Feral pigeons are a persistent problem in parking lots and parking garages across the GTA - much to the chagrin of patrons and car owners.
Both open car lots and covered parking garages provide amenities that attract large flocks of feral pigeons. These include:
- Elevated roosting surfaces
- Sheltered areas
- Food from vehicle occupants and nearby businesses
- Water sources
- Warm, protected spaces during colder weather
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