Bird Removal Services
Although some people partake in bird watching as a hobby, homeowners who watch them nest and establish residency on their homes exterior ledges, roofs, vents, chimneys or attics would rather not see them so close by.
Bird feces can drip down the side of a home or building exterior and create a “white wash” over time. Birds that nest in areas that are meant for ventilation can obstruct airflow and exhaust. Birds travel far distances and can spread disease quickly and can host mites, diseases and parasites.
Birds especially woodpeckers can sometimes become unwelcome guests in our homes and businesses. Their nesting and noises can not only cause discomfort but also pose health risks and property damage.
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“Why Are Woodpeckers Pecking At My House?”
Many people enjoy bird watching. However, it can be uncomfortable and in some cases very irritating to watch woodpeckers drill holes into the sides of houses or tapping away at chimney caps. Why are woodpeckers drawn to certain houses? Are woodpeckers protected? What legal methods can be used to prevent woodpeckers from visiting a home?
In most cases when woodpeckers are drilling at homes they are trying to accomplish one of three things. Woodpeckers will drill holes into homes to store food or drill for food (insects) that are living in the trim of the house. In some cases there are larvae within the material the woodpeckers are targeting.
Woodpeckers are known to drill for insect larvae especially if there are carpenter bee larvae around! Woodpeckers are known to store seeds and nuts in drilled food caches for later dates.
Woodpeckers will also drill at surfaces to claim their territories and attract mates. Woodpeckers who find surfaces to drum on that creates a loud, dominating sound will habitually drill those areas especially around mating season. Common areas for drumming include chimney caps, stucco and areas under roofs that create a loud mating/territorial call. Woodpeckers are protected under The Migratory Bird Treaty Act (MBTA). This federal act prohibits the take of protected migratory birds. This includes killing, capturing or transporting woodpeckers. The good news is that there are ways to still legally and effectively deter woodpeckers from a home.
Woodpeckers are creatures that rely heavily on their senses to navigate their terrain. Woodpeckers are averse to shiny/reflective materials. They are also not fond of certain smells like citronella and peppermint. In many cases woodpeckers can be deterred from properties with installation of multi sensory deterrents that incorporate sight and smell disincentives. In other cases pressure can be relieved from a home by installing exclusions around their target areas. Exclusions include galvanized steel hardware cloth and other barriers.
Woodpeckers can be effectively deterred from homes with the correct application of bird deterrents and exclusions. Being creatures of habit it’s important to start these efforts early. Woodpeckers can be clever and persistent. In most cases contacting a wildlife professional to embark on these efforts will save homeowners from spending and installing DIY efforts that may prove minimally effective.
Wildlife, including birds, can build nests within a house and can pose significant health and safety concerns. If you’re encountering rustling sounds from your ventilation or noticing white excrement on the side of your home, it’s time to contact Critter Evictors, your go to wildlife and bird removal service near Scottsdale AZ. This proactive step can help mitigate the nuisance and prevent it from escalating into a more serious problem.
For effective results with a woodpecker issue contact the wildlife team at Critter Evictors for your custom solution!
