5 Problems Birds Can Pose for Healthcare Facilities

Healthcare facilities are expected to maintain exceptionally high standards in terms of cleanliness, safety, and professionalism. Patients simply will not trust their health to an unkempt medical establishment. Birds that roost or nest around hospitals, clinics, and other medical buildings can create several challenges for staff, patients, and visitors.

Here are five problems birds can cause for healthcare facilities.

1. Sanitation Concerns

When birds take up residence near a building, their droppings can accumulate on sidewalks, entrances, rooftops, ledges, and other surfaces. Beyond creating a most unpleasant appearance, droppings and nesting materials contribute to unsanitary conditions and increase cleaning demands in a place where cleanliness is especially important.

2. Property Damage

Birds that nest in vents, roof areas, gutters, and other building components tend to cause damage. Nesting materials may block ventilation or drainage, while droppings can stain and gradually damage exterior surfaces. Frequent cleaning and repair add to the cost of maintenance.

3. Disruption

Groups of birds can create noise and activity around entrances, parking areas, courtyards, and patient-facing spaces. Particularly in facilities where a quiet environment is important, this can be distracting for doctors, patients, healthcare workers, and visitors.

4. Unprofessional Appearance

Feathers, nests, droppings, and congregating birds can negatively affect a facility's appearance. A poorly maintained exterior can make a healthcare organization seem less attentive, potentially affecting patient perception.

5. Safety Hazards

Bird droppings and nesting debris can make walking surfaces slippery or obstruct areas around entrances and equipment. Birds nesting near mechanical systems may also interfere with building operations and cause safety concerns.

A Proactive Approach to Bird Control

Preventing birds from roosting and establishing nesting sites can help healthcare facilities avoid problems before they become recurring maintenance issues. Critter Guard's BirdBloc is designed to deter birds from nesting and roosting near your property, providing a proactive solution to bird-related sanitation concerns, property damage, disruption, and on-going cleanup. For more information about BirdBloc, contact our team today.