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Our new brand recognises us as the UK’s largest independent pest management provider, which is underpinned by our main shareholder and investors from Norvestor.
This change of company name will allow us to present ourselves as the most innovative and forward-thinking pest management business in the UK today. As part of our new brand commitment, we will also be continuing to develop our sustainability and green credentials on behalf of our customers, staff and for future generations.
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Vergo is the largest UK’s largest independent pest management provider, and we are the most innovative and forward-thinking pest management business in the UK today.
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We are pleased to announce the acquisition of Expert Pest Control by Vergo Pest Management Ltd, which has officially completed on Friday 30 September 2022.
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We operate 7 days a week, with early, evening, and weekend appointments available, and we provide pigeon pest control across the UK.
Pigeons, also known by their Latin name Columba Livia, are a species of bird with 350 recorded varieties. The most common of the Columbidae family are the Feral Pigeon, Wood Pigeon, and Collared Dove (Ring-Necked Dove). With an estimated 10 – 15 million in Europe, they are the most serious pest associated with human habitations.
The Collared Dove (also called the Ring-Necked Dove) is not a native species to the UK. However after being introduced in 1953 from Europe, it is an extremely successful species.
They are now a common visitor to gardens across the UK, with numbers rising dramatically over the last 44 years. Smaller than the Feral Pigeon, measuring 21-33 cm, they can be identified by a narrow black band around the rear of the neck and dark wing tips on the primary flight feathers.
Collared Doves breed almost exclusively in trees or bushes, building a very basic nest made of small twigs. Breeding takes place between February/March, and October. Their nests will be found close to human habitation where food supplies are optimum, normally in residential gardens or parks. They lay two white eggs which hatch in 15-18 days, with the young fledgling after 17-22 days.
The Wood Pigeon is the most common pigeon found in the UK, even eclipsing the Feral Pigeon population in towns and cities. Unlike the Feral Pigeon however, the Wood Pigeon is found predominantly in rural areas, although it has started to exploit urban habitats in the last 30 years.
The largest pigeon in the UK, measuring 38-43cm, they can be identified by a distinctive white broken band around the rear of its neck and prominent white wing bars. Wood Pigeons breed between June and November, with woodland areas being the natural choice. They lay two white eggs in a very basic nest made of twigs, with eggs hatching in 17-19 days.
Feral Pigeons are commonly found in urban areas, nesting in places such as a block of flats, a bit of Victorian Gothic architecture, or a railway arch. They are descended from the Wild Rock Dove and, over the years, they have become semi domesticated. Measuring 32-37cm, they can be identified by their distinctive twin black wing bars.
Their nesting can block chimneys, flues, and guttering, which can cause issues with carbon monoxide and water overflow from gutters. It’s also common to find parasites such as mites, ticks, fleas, and beetles in their nests. So, if you don’t solve your pigeon problem, you may find you suffer from a parasite infestation too.
Pigeon droppings are acidic and can corrode/erode metals, stonework, and brickwork. Not only can they destroy materials and look and smell unpleasant, they can transmit a variety of diseases from Listeria to E-coli. When dry, their droppings can become airborne in small particles, which can lead to respiratory complaints.
Many pigeons build their nests in proximity to food, so if your company handles food, whether food manufacturing, pubs, bars, or restaurants, you could attract pigeons.
Here at Vergo pest management, we offer professional, discreet pest control solutions to solve your pigeon problem swiftly and effectively. This includes a response from qualified, knowledgeable technicians.
Vergo is a certified BPCA member, offering the British Standard for Pest Management.
Operating nationwide (Find pigeon control near me), our technicians offer expert advice, so to book your free business site survey, please get in touch today.
