Birds in Attic

Birds roosting on the roof. This can lead to birds getting into your atticBirds in the attic are a very common problem that we see all thru the United States, with bird habitat getting more scarce every day, birds are starting g to find alternative nesting sites which are usually in a Bathroom Vent or in a home’s attic space. This is a great place for a bird to nest, It's quiet, it’s usually inaccessible and it is high up away from predators. All these things add up to a really good place for a bird to lay its eggs and have its babies. This is a problem that you should seek help to solve as soon as possible, simply because as time goes by the problem only gets worse. Birds will attract predators, leave their droppings everywhere, and come with many nasty diseases that will get worse the more there are. Lots of times people will inquire about Birds Scratching in Attic. Contact us today at 800-929-7163 for professional Birds in Attic Removal.

Why are there birds in my attic?

As stated in the paragraph above, birds are seeing their habitat destroyed by the building of homes and buildings, usually, when we see a high concentration of birds in the attic calls, it is directly related to an area that has a lot of buildings and a lot of homes. When a contractor builds these structures, they knock down trees and bushes, which are usually the birds' natural nesting areas. As birds lose these natural nesting areas, they adapt and start to use alternative nesting areas. Some of the other types of services we offer are Bird Spike Installation and Bird Removal from Stores.. Sometimes the reason is simply that your attic is a safe place away from predators and is easily accessible. Other times they find that there is a good supply of food in your attic, either due to some items in your attic or in the worst case, insects or other prey in the attic as well. Our inspections also check for prey animals in your attic, so you will not have to worry.

How are birds getting in my attic?

Birds can get into your attic in many ways. The most common methods of them getting in there is through damaged attic vents, holes in your soffit, chimneys, holes in the roof, or even a broken window. We found that even if the hole is incredibly small, birds and other animals will try to get in. They will make it larger for them to fit, and in some cases, create even more holes to get access. The key to preventing birds from getting into your attic is repairs. Check your gutters and roofline for any potential damage, and if you do have a hole contact us for a free inspection and repairs.

How long will the birds be in my attic?

Bird next to a attic vent. This could be the start of your Birds in Attic problemOnce a bird gains access to your attic space, it will remain there for approximately 3 to 4 months. The amount of time birds are in the attic space can vary depending on the amount of time it takes the female bird to lay her eggs and hatch them and raise them till they are able to fly. Depending on the type of bird this process will take anywhere from 18 to 26 days for the bird's eggs to hatch. Then it will take another 3 to 4 weeks for the baby birds to learn to fly, so all total you are looking at 2 to 4 months. Maybe longer if the nesting process fails and the bird will have to start all over. Many times birds will come back the following spring if there is still an opening. And more can come in the longer you wait to fix your bird issue.

Are birds in the attic a problem?

Yes. Birds in general are very messy and can make a mess of your attic space. These animals will tear up your insulation to build a nest, which if they do decide to do so, can lead to the insulation needing to be repaired or in the worst case, replaced. Another issue is that birds will attract other nuisance wildlife to your home. Snakes and other predators love nests, and if a snake learns that your attic is a good place for prey, you will now have a snake infestation. Other animals that are attracted to nests are squirrels, raccoons, and many different insects. But there is one major issue with birds in the attic. It is that birds are very dirty and can lead to a whole slew of health issues.

Can birds in your attic make you sick?

A Bird in the attic can make you sick, especially if there are many of them. Bird feces attracts parasites and fungus, and their spores can lead to nasty lung infections and even death if the issue is serious enough. A major illness from birds is histoplasmosis which can give flu-like symptoms and can be dangerous to those with weakened immune systems such as infants and the elderly. We offer bird sanitization services not only will we clean your attic from guano, but we will sanitize your attic so it will be free from all fungus and parasites. Birds also carry mites and lice which can completely contaminate your attic, and your home if they manage to get down. Soon you will not just be having a bird issue but a flea infestation that can get into your carpet and mattresses. You will need to change your carpet or mattresses or have your entire home fumigated if it gets that bad. These bugs are small and hard to see however they will bite and cause red marks on your body that will be very itchy.

What should I do about Birds in the attic?

We suggest that you call a professional bird removal company that specializes in the removal and control of these pests birds from the attic areas of homes and buildings. You can find a Professional Bird Removal Expert from our list of bird control professionals throughout the United States. First, choose your state from the navigation then choose the closest city and call the number listed on the page.

We provide complete Bird Control Services throughout Virginia including the areas of Fairfax, Alexandria, Arlington, Leesburg, Gainesville, Winchester, Manassas, Fredericksburg, Charlottesville of many others areas of Virginia.

Never try to get the bird on your own. If it is nesting it will attack to protect its young and it can peck and scratch you potentially getting into your eye. Also, the scratching and flapping can lead to some nasty diseases such as Psittacosis, or a general infection from scratch or peck. Another issue is that certain species of birds are protected by the United States Government due to the Migratory Bird Treaty Act. This means that you cannot remove them without a permit, otherwise you will be committing a felony.

The following are some emails that we have received from customers with birds in the attic area of their homes:

  • "Good afternoon, I noticed noises in my attic a few days ago. There are birds going in and out of an opening of the roof. We want to repair it but fear that birds may be left in the attic and die. We would like to have them removed as soon as possible. Can you possibly help with the bird in the attic problem?

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