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Professional Bird Removal
Bird removal is one of the most common calls we get for wildlife removal in Apple Valley. These creatures are looking for a safe place to build a nest. There are very inviting places right in your home. Your attic, dryer vents and chimney are some of the most popular places. Call us for an inspection in Dakota County.
Pigeons, sparrows, starlings, crows, geese and seagulls are just a few of the birds that are commonly problematic. Our team of trained experts are knowledgeable and are ready to offer you the best options for excluding them from your home of business.
Birds can be found nesting in attics, sheds, chimneys, garages and soffits on your property. They can cause a lot more damage than you might think. That damage only gets worse the longer they stay on your property.
Bird Control From Home, Attic, Vents
There are many options when it comes to bird control here in Apple Valley. We can offer you the best possible plan for removing and relocating these nuisance animals from your property. We can also perform exclusion to prevent them from getting into your home again. This is the best way to make sure you don’t have more problems with them in the future.
You will likely need help repairing damages caused by these pests. We are prepared to assist you. Soffits, vents and other possible entry points will need to be replaced or repaired. Insulation that has been ruined by droppings or torn up by them may need to be replaced as well. Keep in mind that the contaminated insulation may also have attracted insects, creating the need for extermination. We can evaluate the situation and help resolve any problems we find.
Commercial Bird Problems
Homes are not the only targets for nuisance birds. Commercial properties are also fair game. Many times these buildings also have attics or other problematic areas. We can help business owners with every step of the removal process. Our experts can offer the best possible methods for keeping them from both inside and outside of your business. This process starts with an inspection. Call our office to schedule that inspection as soon as you see a problem.
They may be beautiful creatures but they can spread dangerous diseases. Breathing in the air that has been contaminated by bird droppings can cause infections and serious illness. Professionals will not only remove the birds but we can clean and deodorize the affected areas of your business property
Pigeon Control
Pigeons are commonly found in both cities and rural locations. They carry a number of harmful diseases. They should be removed from your property as soon as possible. If allowed to congregate for long periods of time they can create huge amounts of droppings that can damage your home. Exposure to the droppings can cause damage to concrete and rotting roofs leading to leaks and more damages. Because the droppings are toxic, you should not attempt to clean them on your own. It is a job best handled by a professional.
Woodpecker Control
Identifying a woodpecker is very easy to do as they are very loud. They can be quite a nuisance to Apple Valley homeowners. They do not care how noisy they are and will make noise in any location. They like to live in trees but they can also be found making noise in your attic, siding or chimney. Wherever they are, you will hear them.
They can be very loud as they establish their territory by making the annoying pecking noise. This noise will be amplified by your chimney or siding. They are protected so you should not attempt to remove them on your own. They will need to carefully be removed by experienced wildlife specialists.
General Bird Removal FAQs
Can you get a disease from bird poop?
Histoplasmosis is an infection caused by breathing in spores of a fungus often found in bird poop. When droppings dry then get disturbed, any diseases living in the feces may become airborne. Dead birds can also play hosts to range of harmful bacteria, fungi, and viruses.
How do you keep birds away from buildings?
The best way to get rid of nuisance birds is to stop them from ever landing. Create barriers and deterrents which are unpleasant to them. Solutions range from reflective lures to strips and tracks.
Are bird nests bad for your property?
Nesting birds can physically damage your property, particularly a roof or home exterior. Not all birds are pests. Some species, like starlings and pigeons, can cause a large amount of mess and damage.
Can I just leave the birds in the home?
Although it may be pleasant to have birds around your home, there are a number of heath and damage risks if they are allowed to stay. They carry a number of parasites which can infest your home. Bird droppings can damage insulation and attract unwanted insects.
Do you harm the birds when removing them?
No, our goal is to find the most effective and environmentally sound method of controlling pest birds.
How do I keep birds out of vents and chimneys?
The best way to prevent birds from getting into your homes vents or chimneys is to install vent covers and chimney caps. Quality materials should be used or birds or other animals will eventually gain access. Sealing off entry points to the home will deny them access.
What are signs of a bird problem?
Birds are very easy to spot and identify. If birds are coming into your attic, you can identify them by their incessant chirping. They also can make noises as they walk and scratch about the attic. Birds are also messy and leave behind nesting materials and large amounts of droppings.