Bird Proofing
Bird Proofing for Gutters
What birds (and other animals) nest in gutters?
Common birds that nest in gutters in Australia tend to fall into a particular category: introduced species. Indian mynas, pigeons, sparrows and starlings are the four main bird species that we see with nests in roofing and gutter systems. Aside from these birds, common animals that nest in gutters include mice, rats, and possums. Not only are these animals noisy and tend to leave messes wherever they go, but they can actually cause ongoing damage to your home if left to run amok. Fortunately, quality bird proofing can help deter all of these pests from nesting in and around your roof and gutters.
What happens when birds nest in gutters?
A bird nest in your gutter might not seem like a big deal, but when you take into account the possible drawbacks that can arise from a simple nest, you might consider bird proofing essential.
Birds of a feather nest together
If it was just one bird nesting in your gutter or under your solar panels, it might not be a big deal, but many birds (pigeons, in particular) tend to nest in flocks. It’s mum, dad, the kids, grandma, grandpa, aunts, uncles, and the rest of the extended family! Then, if one family moves out, another is likely to move right on in.
Birds are repeat offenders
Birds are seasonal nesters and when they find a good spot to settle down, they tend to remember it. If you don’t put proper protections in place, birds will return to your property every year when it’s time to nest. It can turn into a continual cycle with ongoing issues if not dealt with ASAP. A Gutter Shield Gutter Guard will stop them!
Damage is likely to happen
If left unchecked, birds can cause plenty of damage to your roof and guttering systems, like causing blockages within gutters and leaving droppings on solar panels. A blocked gutter can quickly progress into full-scale overflow and breakages, while droppings on solar panels can block the light, causing issues with efficiency. Birds can also cause damage to residents in the form of allergies and diseases.
How does Gutter Shield bird proofing work?
Here’s what you can expect from our extensive bird proofing service:
- Locate and block potential entry points into gutters, drainage fixtures, roof cavities, and solar panels.
- Utilise quality gutter mesh, valley seal, and bird spikes to protect against pest birds and other animals.
- Humanely remove existing nests from the roof and gutters.
- Offer professional advice on how to prevent bird problems in the future.
- Provide photos and videos of problem areas for your personal records.
- Arrive on time with all required equipment to offer a friendly service with outstanding results.
- Carry out any other tasks you’ve hired us for eg. gutter cleaning or gutter guard installation.
Reach out for a bird proofing quote
To avoid the costly damage and potential health problems that birds and other pest animals can cause, give us a call for a quote on our quality bird proofing service.
You can reach our team by calling 1300 654 655 today! We’ll be more than happy to answer any questions you may have. Don’t forget that we also provide gutter cleaning, gutter guard installation, gutter guard maintenance, and other related services.
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Make the right choice when it comes to bird proofing, contact GUTTERSHIELD today!