What Should You Know About Bird Control and Exclusion?

What SHould You Know About Bird Control And Exclusion?

Bird control and bird exclusion are used to manage nuisance birds that repeatedly nest, roost, perch, or enter areas where their presence creates problems. Although the terms are sometimes used together, professional bird management can involve several different approaches depending on the property and bird species involved.

At Bird Control Services, we evaluate each property individually before recommending a solution. Our goal is to determine how birds are using the building and then select appropriate methods to discourage activity or prevent access.

TL;DR: Bird Control and Exclusion

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Bird control can include deterrent and exclusion methods designed around the species, behavior, and structure involved.

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Exclusion physically prevents birds from entering or occupying specific areas of a building.

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Professional inspections help determine which method or combination of methods is appropriate for the property.

Choosing the Right Bird Control Approach

Bird control can involve different exclusion and deterrent methods depending on the property and type of bird activity. Understanding how these methods work can help determine the appropriate approach for preventing unwanted roosting, nesting, and access.

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What Is Bird Control?

Bird control is a broad term covering methods used to manage unwanted bird activity around a property. Depending on the situation, the objective may be to discourage birds from landing on a ledge, prevent them from nesting beneath an overhang, keep them away from equipment, or stop them from entering a structure. Different objectives require different approaches.

What Is Bird Exclusion?

Bird exclusion focuses on physically preventing birds from accessing an area.
Structural bird netting is one example. Properly installed netting can prevent birds from entering or occupying protected spaces while still allowing the building or equipment beneath it to function normally. Other exclusion methods can include mesh, sheet-metal work, and foam blockers designed for smaller openings.

What Is the Difference Between Exclusion and Deterrence?

Exclusion creates a physical barrier between birds and an area they are attempting to access. Deterrent systems generally make a surface unsuitable or uncomfortable for landing, perching, or roosting. Anti-roosting spikes, shock tracks, wire systems, and perch blockers are examples of methods that may be used to discourage birds from particular surfaces. Both approaches can be effective when correctly matched to the situation.

How Do You Know Which Bird Control Method to Use?

The first step is understanding the bird problem. We evaluate the bird species, behavior, areas being used, and physical characteristics of the building. A system appropriate for one species or location may not be appropriate for another. For example, a large covered area may benefit from structural netting, while a narrow ledge may be better suited to another anti-roosting system.

Can Multiple Bird Control Systems Be Used Together?

Yes. Some properties have several types of bird activity occurring in different locations. A commercial facility might need exclusion around one portion of the building and anti-roosting protection on another. Professional bird control allows us to consider the property as a whole rather than assuming one product should be installed everywhere.

Can Bird Control Be Humane?

Yes. Professional bird-control systems can be designed to discourage or exclude birds without harming them. The objective is to prevent access or make unwanted roosting and nesting areas unsuitable for continued use. At Bird Control Services, we select systems based on the actual bird activity and property conditions so the solution can be both effective and appropriate for the situation.

Frequently Asked Questions

Bird exclusion can help prevent nuisance birds from accessing and occupying areas of a property. Below, we answer common questions about how exclusion works, choosing the appropriate control system, and protecting larger commercial and industrial facilities.

Is bird exclusion the same as bird removal?

No. Exclusion focuses on preventing birds from accessing or occupying an area rather than simply removing birds that are currently present.

Is one bird-control system best for every property?

No. Species, behavior, architecture, and the location of bird activity all influence which method should be used.

Can bird-control systems be used on large buildings?

Yes. Bird-control and exclusion systems can be adapted to commercial, industrial, institutional, and other large facilities.