Why Do I Need a Professional Guano Cleaning Service?
Bird droppings (guano) aren't just unsightly — they pose real dangers to human health and building infrastructure. Here's why professional guano removal is essential:
Health Risks from Guano
Eliminating Health Hazards
Pigeon droppings can carry pathogens such as Histoplasmosis, Cryptococcosis, and E. coli, which become airborne when droppings dry, leading to serious respiratory illnesses. Professional cleaning minimises these risks.
Structural & Aesthetic Damage
Preventing Property Damage
Guano's acidic content corrodes metal, stone, paintwork, and roof membranes. If left untreated, blocked gutters, degraded HVAC systems, and structural decay are common, leading to costly repairs.
Business Reputation
Maintaining a Professional Image
Visible guano accumulation on your building facade, entryways, or signage projects neglect and affects customer perception. We restore your site's cleanliness and professional appearance.
Regulatory Adherence
Ensuring Legal Compliance
Under UK Health & Safety at Work regulations and COSHH guidelines, employers and property owners are responsible for biohazard removal. We provide full documentation for audits or inspections.
Safety First
Preventing Slip Hazards
Wet or dried guano on walkways is extremely slippery and dangerous, posing significant injury risks to staff, customers, and the public. Professional removal eliminates these hazards.
Full Service Approach
Comprehensive Site Protection
Our service includes not just removal, but also thorough disinfection and advice on preventative measures to keep your property guano-free in the long term.
Go Behind the Scenes: Interact with Our 7-Step Guano Removal & Disinfection Process
Step 1: Site Survey
Inspection of contamination zones, structural access, and safety risks.
Our experts perform a thorough assessment, including:
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Evaluating the extent and location of guano contamination.
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Identifying potential site hazards (e.g., fragile surfaces, asbestos presence)
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Planning safe access routes for personnel and equipment.
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Providing a clear, detailed, no-obligation quote for removal.
Who Needs Commercial Bird Dropping Cleaning and Removal?
Industries and Environments We Serve Across Scotland
Our specialist bird guano cleaning services cater specifically to commercial and industrial sectors across Scotland, including
Property Management – Protect asset value with specialised guano removal.
Commercial Landlords – Improve tenant satisfaction by ensuring clean premises.
Retail and Hospitality – Preserve customer experience with clean, hygienic premises.
Construction and Renovation – Efficient guano removal before redevelopment projects.
Medical Sector – Meet stringent hygiene standards for healthcare facilities.
Offices and Business Centres – Provide professional, hygienic working spaces.
Charities and Community Spaces – Safe, clean environments for community engagement.
Facilities Management – Maintain regulatory health and safety standards.
Industrial and Warehousing – Expert removal of guano from equipment and storage facilities.
Public Sector Organisations – Keep public spaces safe and compliant with hygiene standards.
Education – Ensure safe learning environments by addressing contamination risks.
Housing Associations – Maintain clean and healthy living environments.
Transport Sector – Specialist guano cleaning services for transport hubs and fleets.
Expert Resources
Enhance your understanding of guano management with our comprehensive resources. Our articles provide expert guidance on safety, regulations, and best practices for commercial bird dropping removal.
The Ultimate Guide to Commercial Guano Cleaning in the UK
A comprehensive examination of everything UK business owners need to know about guano management, including detailed safety protocols, regulatory compliance requirements, and professional removal techniques. This definitive resource covers the entire process from risk assessment to prevention.
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Why Choose We Clean Group?
Trust Scotland's Specialists in Commercial Bird Dropping Removal
Extensive Industry Experience
ensuring effective and thorough removal of hazardous bird droppings from all commercial environments. This sometimes involves working in very tight spaces or at considerable heights, requiring specialist access equipment and meticulous planning. Our experience covers a vast range of property types, from historic listed buildings to modern industrial complexes.
Qualified Technicians
Our cleaning teams are trained in working at height (IPAF & PASMA certified), health and safety protocols (COSHH, Asbestos Awareness), and specialist biohazard cleaning techniques, ensuring complete safety throughout the removal process. They are equipped with the latest PPE and RPE.
Comprehensive Insurance
We carry full public liability (£10m) and employee insurance (£5m), providing complete peace of mind for your business during all cleaning operations and guaranteeing professional service. Certificates are available on request.
Rapid Response
both Glasgow and Edinburgh, we can deploy teams quickly across Scotland, often within 24–48 hours for urgent situations requiring immediate attention. We understand that some guano issues need to be resolved fast to prevent further damage or health risks.
Eco- Friendly Practices
biodegradable cleaning agents and biocides where possible and follow strict waste management protocols that exceed regulatory requirements (licensed waste carriers), reducing environmental impact while ensuring thorough decontamination and safe disposal of all hazardous materials.
Flexible Scheduling
We offer evening, weekend, and out-of-hours services to minimise disruption to your business operations, allowing you to maintain continuity while we handle the hazardous cleaning process. We work around your schedule.
Documented Compliance
detailed RAMS (Risk Assessment and Method Statements), post-cleaning verification reports with photographic evidence, and waste transfer notes, helping you demonstrate full compliance with health and safety regulations (HSE) to protect your business, employees, and customers.
Multi-Service Integration
We can coordinate guano removal with other maintenance services, including high-level cleaning, disinfection, pest control (bird proofing), and minor repairs, offering comprehensive solutions for all your facility management needs from a single, reliable contractor.
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Areas We Serve for Guano Cleaning
With operational bases in Glasgow and Edinburgh we can serve the whole of Scotland.
Glasgow & Surrounding Areas
From removing guano from a charity’s entrance in Clydebank to clearing pigeon mess from a belfry in Coatbridge, we support organisations across Glasgow — including biohazard cleaning in housing stairwells in Paisley and droppings removal near retail units in East Kilbride. Our certified team handles everything from high-level access to full disinfection. Whether it’s bird fouling around entrances or blocked gutters on older buildings, we help you stay safe, compliant, and inspection-ready.
Edinburgh & Surrounding Areas
We’ve tackled pigeon fouling on a school roof in Musselburgh, cleaned communal stairwells for housing associations in Livingston, and provided guano cleaning for a listed building in Edinburgh’s Old Town. Our services help clients avoid compliance issues, protect public access areas, and maintain professional appearances. We offer full biohazard bird droppings removal, disinfection, and documented reports for audits or inspections.
Dundee, Aberdeen & Inverness
From guano removal at a logistics yard in Dundee to biohazard cleaning near a care home in Inverurie, and bird fouling clearance from a warehouse in Dundee, we serve sites across the north and northeast of Scotland. In towns like Arbroath, Forfar, Peterhead, and Nairn, we’ve helped businesses and FM companies tackle ongoing pigeon issues with fast, compliant solutions. Our technicians provide guano cleaning, disinfection, and prevention advice, helping clients avoid roof damage, slips, and failed inspections.
Perthshire & Stirling
We’ve delivered guano cleaning for a listed church roof in Perth, cleared pigeon mess from communal access routes in Stirling, and helped sheltered housing providers near Crieff meet hygiene regulations. Properties across the region often face persistent fouling from seasonal roosting. We provide safe access, disinfection, and detailed compliance reports — helping property teams minimise risks, protect reputation, and meet COSHH obligations.
Fife
In Fife, we’ve carried out guano removal from bin stores in Glenrothes, bird fouling cleaning for a retail unit in Kirkcaldy, and roof void decontamination at a business park in Dunfermline. Our specialist team supports housing associations, facilities managers, and industrial landlords to eliminate bird-related health hazards and protect property assets. All work includes proper waste transfer documentation and compliance-grade reporting.
Ayrshire, Dumfries & Galloway
Whether it’s pigeon mess on a stairwell in Kilmarnock, droppings build-up at a commercial unit in Dumfries, or biohazard guano near rural sites in Galloway, we provide safe, fast and fully insured services across the southwest. From housing estates and industrial yards to public access areas, our team handles guano cleaning, disinfection, and compliance support — helping clients reduce risks, avoid citations, and present clean, safe premises.
Transforming Contaminated Spaces: A Recent Case Study
Before Cleaning
Severe guano buildup in a commercial plant room, posing health and operational risks.
After Cleaning & Disinfection
The same area, meticulously cleaned, disinfected, and made safe by WCG specialists.
Just like for Cairnlea Parish Church, we tailor our guano solutions to your specific industry – be it food processing, heritage sites, or retail.
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Still Have a Few Questions About Our Guano Cleaning Service?
We see you've made it all the way down here – impressive! Sometimes, even after all the details, a specific question about your unique situation pops up. Or maybe you're just the type who likes to dot every 'i' and cross every 't' before making a decision (we respect that!).
If that's you, and you're still mulling things over or have that one last query about how our Guano Cleaning can specifically help your business, we're here for a friendly, no-pressure chat.
Chat With a Guano Cleaning Specialist
No sales pitch, just helpful answers for your Scottish business.
Got Questions About Pigeon Mess at Your Scottish Business? We’ve Got Answers!
Dealing with pigeon droppings (or guano, as it's often called) at your business in Glasgow, Edinburgh, or anywhere in Scotland? We get it – it’s a pain! With over 25 years of helping Scottish businesses like yours, we’ve heard a lot of questions. Here are some common ones, answered simply, to help you understand the problem and how we can get your place clean, safe, and sorted. If your question’s not here, just give us a bell for a free, no-obligation chat and site survey!
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1. What types of commercial properties do you clean?We clean a variety of commercial properties including offices, retail spaces, industrial sites, educational facilities, medical centres, and more. Each setting is treated with specialised care and cleaning protocols.
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3. What cleaning standards do you follow for commercial spaces?We adhere to the highest industry standards, using environmentally friendly cleaning products and methods. We provide a BICSc certified Online Training Academy to our cleaners, and we are both ISO9001 and ISO14001 accredited.
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4. Can you accommodate specific cleaning requirements from clients?Yes, we work closely with our clients to meet specific cleaning requirements, whether they involve adhering to strict sanitation protocols or using particular cleaning products.
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5. Do you provide all necessary cleaning materials and equipment?Yes, we are fully equipped with all necessary cleaning materials and state-of-the-art equipment to provide a comprehensive cleaning service.
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6. How do you handle highly sensitive areas such as data centres or laboratories?We have specialised protocols for cleaning high-sensitivity areas, including the use of specific tools and techniques to ensure safety and compliance with all applicable standards.
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7. What are your rates for commercial cleaning services?Our rates are competitive and based on the type of facility, the frequency of cleaning, and specific service requirements. We offer detailed quotes to provide clear pricing.
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8. How do you train your cleaning staff?Our staff undergoes rigorous training, including on-site training, safety protocols, and specific cleaning techniques for different environments. Ongoing training ensures they stay updated on the latest cleaning and safety practices.
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9. Do you offer green or eco-friendly cleaning services?Yes, we provide eco-friendly cleaning options utilising sustainable products and methods that are effective and environmentally responsible.
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10. How can a client schedule a commercial cleaning service?Scheduling a cleaning service is easy—contact us here or call 0800 464 7397