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During the winter months, birds are the last thing most people worry about. While it’s enjoyable to see birds during the cold winter months, there are a few cold-weather birds that can become pests.
Most of the time, birds are beneficial. However, birds like pigeons can congregate in large numbers, or start using properties for their nests. Also, when numerous birds populate an area they can leave droppings which can also be hazardous to people.
If you think you have a problem with too many birds, contact your local Ehrlich Pest Control office to talk about our bird control services and bird management solutions.
Birds can become pests due to the damage they do to man-made structures. For example, woodpeckers, sparrows and starlings have been known to peck away at the sides of houses. Birds do this for a number of reasons, such as storing food for winter and for mating purposes. Birds need to peck away just a little space in the exterior of a building to get inside and start building a nest.
As for Ehrlich, we have sparrows and starlings on our list of pest birds that we can help businesses manage and control so that they do not damage buildings or create health issues. Of course, pigeons are also a problem, particularly in urban areas, and we can help with those, too.
Pest birds also tend to flock in large numbers and return again and again. This means a property owner can repair damage to rooftops and other structures only to have to deal with the birds returning the following year.
Birds can carry parasites such as ticks and fleas, which can end up inside the house and jump to humans. These parasites carry potential health risks all their own.
A bird infestation also creates a lot of mess due to bird droppings. Droppings can dry and become dust, which can then get inside air vents and cause asthma and other allergic reactions. Bird droppings on the pavement also become slippery and can even be risky for those walking.
The best way to get rid of birds is to use deterrents such as bird spikes and noisemakers which make birds seek other areas in which to nest.
While not all winter birds are pests, there are many birds that have learned to live and thrive in the colder months and they might come out during January and February. These include:
Make sure your home and property are free of holes and downed trees where these birds can nest. Sparrows and starlings will nest in virtually any space, including those in the side of your home.
You can also call in the professionals at Ehrlich Pest Control to discuss the use of bird spikes, bird netting and electronic bird deterrents to prevent birds from nesting on your property.
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