Bird Control
At Critter Control we provide the best bird control services including bird netting in Pennsylvania. We offer trustworthy services to our clients. Read more to get details about us.
Effective BIRD control services you can rely on
Birds are often seen as charming additions to our environment, but when they invade your home or nest on your property, they can become quite troublesome. Although spring birds bring delightful sounds and vibrant colors to our yards, they can also create noise and messes. Large flocks pose hazards with their droppings, damage roofs and siding, and strip trees of their fruit.
So, how can you effectively manage birds that fly up and then settle back down on your property? With over 100 offices across the U.S. and more than 40 years of experience, Critter Control provides bird pest control solutions that are safe, humane, and effective.
We provide reliable bird control and removal services to our clients in these regions of Pennsylvania: Mechanicsburg, Carlisle, Camp Hill, New Cumberland, and Shippensburg
We make sure there are no signs of birds in your home, office, or shop. Contact us.
common pest bird types
Here are common pest birds in central Pennsylvania.
There are a handful of bird species that are commonly considered nuisances:
- European Starlings gather in large flocks. Not only do starlings create noise and messes, but they also compete with native birds for nesting sites and food.
- Canada Geese are large birds that can land in large numbers and rest before continuing with their migration. Unfortunately, their droppings create a mess, and they are aggressive.
- Pigeons are common nuisance birds in more urban areas where they roost in large numbers on buildings.
- House Sparrows are small but build nests in your vents and eaves and take over bird feeders.
- Crows are intelligent birds with a loud call. Once they find a consistent food source, they call in their friends.
Critter Control has the experience and expertise to effectively and humanely solve bird control issues for every type of bird.
Nuisance bird inspections
Every bird control service starts with a thorough inspection of the affected area. Critter Control’s initial step is to identify the specific bird species involved, using their expertise in visual identification, nests, calls, and behavior. Based on the species, relevant laws, and the severity of the infestation, your wildlife specialist will design a plan to address the issue and prevent future occurrences.
During the inspection, Critter Control will carefully examine areas such as your roof, chimney, vents, decks, garages, soffits, and sheds, as well as the surrounding conditions that may have attracted the birds to your property.
bird removal and control
When removing birds, we prioritize the safety and well-being of you, your family, your pets, and the birds themselves. Birds that are not trapped in a vent or basement can be challenging to capture and remove due to their ability to fly and land repeatedly. Therefore, the most effective bird control solution is to make the area less appealing to them, preventing them from landing, roosting, or nesting.
Critter Control’s wildlife specialists are highly trained and can make informed decisions about the best methods and materials for your specific situation.
After dispersing the birds, Critter Control will clean the affected area and apply sanitizing agents to eliminate any health and safety risks to you and your family.
commercial bird control services
In commercial settings, birds roosting on rooftops, behind neon signs, and nesting in warehouses can create health hazards, compliance issues, financial risks, and damage to reputation. For commercial properties, it’s crucial to implement a comprehensive bird control management plan that includes removal, regular monitoring, and ongoing maintenance.
safeguard your property with bird control netting services
Keep pest birds off your property with our highly effective bird control netting. Whether you’re dealing with starlings, pigeons, ducks, crows, or other bird species, our netting acts as a strong physical barrier to protect your property, products, crops, and other valuable items.
Benefits of Using Bird Control Netting:
- Durable Protection: Provides long-lasting defense against bird intrusion.
- Versatile Application: Suitable for various environments, including residential, commercial, and agricultural settings.
- Non-Harmful: Offers a humane solution that prevents birds from accessing specific areas without causing them harm.
- Cost-Effective: Reduces potential damage and associated repair costs by keeping birds away.
- Easy Installation: Simple to set up and maintain, ensuring continuous protection.
bird proofing, exclusion, and prevention
The strategy for bird-proofing, exclusion, and prevention involves making the occupied space difficult for birds to access and making the surrounding environment less appealing to them.
For exterior areas of your home or business, such as roofs, soffits, and trees, methods can include sealing gaps, adding mesh and caps to chimneys and vents, and installing spikes to deter birds from roosting and nesting. Reflective objects, predator decoys, and auditory deterrents can be placed in and around your trees.
Critter Control may also suggest habitat modification techniques, such as removing food, water, and shelter from your property. Examples include removing bird feeders, trimming trees and bushes, and netting fruit trees.
Frequently Asked Questions
Many bird species are protected by laws due to their crucial role in our environment, including pollination, seed dispersal, and insect control. Critter Control specialists are well-versed in various laws and regulations, such as the Migratory Bird Act and the Endangered Species Act, along with state and local regulations. In certain cases, special permits from state wildlife agencies are required to safely and humanely remove nests.
Birds can be a more significant nuisance than many people realize. Nests built inside vents and chimneys can pose a fire hazard. Pigeon droppings on sidewalks are slippery, increasing the risk of falls and injuries. Additionally, these droppings are highly corrosive due to their high uric acid content, which can damage siding, paint, brickwork, concrete, and even metals.
Birds can carry parasites like fleas, lice, mites, and ticks. Their droppings contain pathogens and fungi that can spread to humans and pets, causing diseases such as salmonella and histoplasmosis. Exposure to dried droppings, feathers, and nesting materials can also trigger allergic reactions and respiratory issues.
While birds are delightful to watch and listen to, they can become a nuisance when they gather in large numbers or nest in inappropriate places. Birds that might require professional control include:
- Woodpeckers
- Blackbirds
- Ravens
- Coots
- Ducks
- Chimney Swifts
- Magpies
- Swallows
- Turkeys
- Vultures
If you have a single bird nest in a vent or roof gutter, Critter Control can remove it, provided it complies with legal regulations.
In rescue situations, such as birds trapped in chimneys or basements, they can be released on-site once the entrance is properly secured. Occasionally, live traps are used, especially for flocks of birds. For persistent birds and larger flocks, multiple advanced techniques may be employed simultaneously, including spikes, mylar tape, scare tactics, and more.
After successfully removing the bird or nest, Critter Control wildlife technicians will seal openings and apply caps on vents or chimneys as needed. They will also clean any bird messes and apply sanitizing agents to ensure the home's safety.
Although birds play a vital role in our ecosystems, having them in or on your house can be problematic. According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), birds can harbor up to 60 diseases that can be transmitted to humans, potentially with fatal consequences. Additionally, birds attract other pests with their waste and nests.
Birds can cause structural damage due to the high concentration of acids in their excrement, which can corrode roof tiles. Bird nests are also highly flammable, increasing the risk of fire hazards to your home.
Common problem areas include:
- Roofs
- Chimneys
- Vents
- Decks
- Garages
- Soffits
- Sheds
- Other undesirable locations
If birds are not removed promptly, they can cause significant damage and attract more birds. Implementing a strategic bird removal plan is crucial. Removing the bird’s nest is just the beginning; contacting a bird removal specialist in your area ensures the birds do not return.
Deterrents work by creating an environment that birds find unpleasant, encouraging them to roost or nest elsewhere. These deterrents can be visual, like predator decoys; auditory, such as ultrasonic devices; or physical, like electric shock devices.
Exclusion methods prevent birds from landing, roosting, and nesting. These include placing caps and mesh over vents and other openings, installing bird spikes or slopes on ledges and eaves to prevent birds from landing, and using netting to create a physical barrier over large areas like rooftops or gardens.
The most effective bird control strategy is to deny birds places to land and nest around your home or commercial building. By making your property inhospitable to them, birds will seek more inviting locations.
Critter Control’s experienced technicians employ various methods to bird-proof your home and remove birds from municipal and commercial buildings in urban areas. We collaborate with you to create a humane bird control plan tailored to your property. In rural and agricultural settings, we use additional bird deterrents for effective control.
For more information on bird control and bird-proofing, please contact us at (717) 810-6922.
While relocating a nest may sometimes be your only option if laws permit, it is not a recommended practice. Bird removal requires thoughtful consideration of the humane, legal, and practical aspects of getting rid of birds.
Relocating birds during nesting season may not only be illegal but also bring stress to the birds, as they might face challenges adapting to a new environment, such as locating food, predation, and competition from other birds. Contact Critter Control if you have birds nesting in an undesirable location. They will be able to identify the species and carry out a plan to safely and humanely solve your bird problem.
