NBC have over 30 years of experience of bird control, especially seagulls, which can be a real nuisance and health hazard. Effective seagull deterrent solutions may involve the use of one or a combination of methods. The choice of an effective seagull deterrent will depend on the environment, business, and population size but most crucially timing. Due to legal requirements, measures should be in place before the gull breeding season begins in March each year or after the nesting season finishes in September.

Seagull Deterrent Methods

There are many different techniques we use to deter seagulls from buildings, boats, roofs, chimneys, and other areas.

These include:

Birds of Prey

Using falcons and hawks to change seagulls behaviours and deter them from visiting your site, is a natural and effective solution. Find out more about our Birds of Prey Pest Control Service.

Electric Deterrents

We use a highly effective electric bird deterrent system that works on all nuisance birds. Visit our Avishock System page to find out more.

Laser Systems

This technology uses high powered beams that deter seagulls and other pest birds. It’s used mainly in industrial, aerospace, and urban areas. See more here about the Agrilaser deterrent system.

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Projects

Seagulls Messing on Cars

Bird Issues for New Construction

Gull problem on Industrial Estate

Preventing Gull and Pigeons at Southampton Hospital

Gulls Nesting on Roof

Eliminating the risk of Gulls attacking

Gull problems at Cheveley Park Stud

Gull problems on Allen Construction Consultancy site roof

Gull control at Weymouth Harbour

Nuisance gulls at Bristol Southmead Hospital atrium

Nuisance gulls at United Fish Products factory

Nuisance gulls at library construction site

Nesting gulls on new Anwyl Construction apartment building

Aggressive and noisy gulls at Whitby and Scarborough

Controlling gull issues for ASCO Coastal logistics site

Nuisance gulls at St David's Shopping Centre, Cardiff

Nuisance gulls at Bookers/Makro wholesale food site

Gull control in Plymouth City Centre

Gull problems at South Shields Interchange

Impressive performance preventing gulls at The Open

Nuisance gulls at Bath manufacturing plant

Multi-site gull control for Press Metal UK

Controlling Kittiwake gulls at Britannia Hotel site

Nesting gulls at Kier Construction Ltd site

Supporting Bath and North East Somerset Council’s gull strategy

Wire

Bird wire installations are highly effective at keeping seagulls and other birds away from ledges, by using a system of barely visible wires and springs. Read our Bird Wire Installations page to see our expertise in this area.

Bird Gels

The gel gives off an ultra-violet light, combined with a smell and taste, that deters seagulls and other birds from the area. It’s a non-toxic, long lasting, and non-harmful solution. Find out more about our Bird Repellent Gels.

Spikes

This is a versatile and humane/non-lethal method of deterring seagulls and other birds, using pointed wires that are available in different designs. See full information about our bird spike installation service.

Sonic Deterrents

Our bio-acoustic systems deter seagulls from your area by using bird distress or bird of prey calls. If you’re interested, then see our Bird Scaring Service for more information.

Seagull Nest Removal

All birds’ nests and their eggs are protected by law and can only be removed with a license. NBC are leading experts in bird management and can advise and help legally remove seagull nests. You can see more on our Bird Nest Removal page.

Read our article - How To Get Rid of Seagulls - for further Information.

If you have a problem with seagulls then contact us for advice and quotes.

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“We called in NBC on short notice to advise us and the client on the best way to over come our problem. NBC gave us good advice and helped us over come all our issues on our short time frame.

The operatives that visited site and completed the work were very knowledgeable, and helpful. Look forward to working with NBC again.”

Nesting gulls on new building
Anwyl Construction

“We first approached NBC in 2015 as a large colony of gulls had taken residence on our roof. These gulls were causing a health and safety issue by dive bombing drivers, defecating over vehicles and sometimes members of staff.

NBC came in and recommended a bird control programme. This has been in place for 5 years and we have seen a dramatic reduction in numbers with the colony now being pushed away into the surrounding area – this has been a great investment for our company. NBC’s staff have always been knowledgeable, helpful and highly skilled when carrying out their work – I would strongly recommend them to any business.”

Gull control for a large gull colony causing significant issues
Andrew Clarke – General Manager, Press Metal UK

“I would just like to say thank you to your team for the netting installations and the excellent workmanship. We are more than happy with it and will definitely be using you again!!”

Gulls nesting on hospital roof
Mike Bawden, Maintenance Manager, Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust