The first step in resolving a nuisance bird issue is a thorough understanding of the exact nature of the problem. Our customized removal plans take into account the species of bird involved, the affected areas of the home and the time of year.
Birds can be messy, their nesting material and droppings can cause home damage and result in unsanitary conditions. As part of the process our trained technicians will remove nests from vents, soffits and balconies and safely scrub away unhealthy droppings.
Our prevention plans are customized to address the specific bird threats your home faces. Our technicians are trained to install protective barriers and devices designed to make your home inhospitable to birds.
With more than 400 bird species native to the state, Minnesota is a prime spot for bird watching. Minneapolis, in particular, is a region with many bird species thanks to its greenspace and abundant sources of water. Birds are beautiful and a joy to watch and admire in nature, but if they are nesting or roosting in your roof or vents, you should contact an expert for bird removal in Minneapolis immediately
Many species of birds have adapted well to city life and can be found in large numbers in Minneapolis. Their activity, especially during the spring nesting season can lead to challenges for home and business owners. Wherever you have birds you have droppings and they can pose health hazards and damage property.
Birds are widespread throughout Minneapolis and each species has its own biology, behavior and habits. Some are native to the state and protected under the Migratory Bird Treaty Act while others are considered invasive species . There are birds that migrate away from Minnesota in the fall and others that tough it out all winter. Most species rarely, if ever, cause any harm to home and business owners but there are some birds that can pose challenges.
When birds congregate around homes, buildings and businesses they can cause all sorts of problems. The key to effective bird management and control is an understanding of the species. They don’t all behave the same and most bird deterrents need to be customized to the specific environment and conditions to be successful.
Some of the most common nuisance bird species in Minnesota include:
Nuisance bird problems range in scale and complexity. Smaller birds, like starlings and house sparrows, are well known for nesting in vents, soffits and roofs around homes. They are cavity nesters and seek out gaps and openings, often vents, in homes to nest and raise their young. Though small in stature these birds can cause big headaches for homeowners.
They pack fan vents for bathrooms, kitchens and clothes dryers full of nesting material that can lead to appliance failure and damage as well as fires. They also introduce bird mites into the home, tiny little bugs that feed on the blood of birds and live in their nests.
Geese and gulls prefer wide open expanses like shorelines, parking lots and grassy fields. They can be seen throughout the spring and summer in Minneapolis’ commercial spaces, behaving aggressively toward people and leaving shopping centers and office parks littered with droppings.
Pigeons are a staple of downtowns across North America and the Twin Cities are no exception. Pigeons are year round residents of the area and love to perch high above on the balconies and ledges of tall buildings. Once they have established and imprinted themselves in a certain space their numbers grow and they become more difficult to control. Pigeon droppings stain and damage signage, merchandise and building materials leading to expensive losses for business owners.
Each species of bird has its own temperament and habits. Understanding what motivates bird behavior plays a big role in determining an effective removal strategy. No matter the situation it is important for home and business owners to respond quickly to bird intrusion. Acting fast prevents birds from establishing patterns of behavior that once engrained are more difficult to break and reduces the amount of building damage they can cause.
There are many different strategies and products available for removing nesting or birds from in and around homes and businesses. Skedaddle Minneapolis specializes in choosing the right bird control options and deploying them safely. It all starts with a thorough property inspection to determine the species involved, the behavior they are exhibiting and the conditions that are contributing to the problem.
Our team is trained in roof, ladder and working at heights to install complex bird netting systems that deny birds access to balconies, canopies and rooftops. Bird spikes and wires are used to prevent birds from land nesting on surfaces. Protective screens are installed over vent openings and HVAC systems keep birds out.
In addition to physical barriers Skedaddle also specializes in deploying a range of visual and auditory deterrent systems to frighten away birds. We design and install these systems by taking building architecture and bird behavior into account. Skedaddle also specializes in the safe clean up and removal of harmful bird droppings and nesting materials to ensure your home and business are safe.
Don’t risk your safety or that of others by attempting to tackle a bird infestation, instead call the experts at Skedaddle Humane Wildlife Control for help with bird control in Minneapolis. We have the tools and knowledge necessary to remove birds in a humane fashion, so contact us today to schedule an appointment.
FACT:
Minnesota is home to approximately 428 different species of birds. Of these species, only about 20 do not migrate for the winter. Both pigeons and starlings stick around in the state year round.
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The Minnesota DNR estimates about 25,000 Canada geese spend the summer in the Twin Cities Metropolitan Area.
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Though often called seagulls, the white medium-sized birds seen in Minneapolis are not tied to the sea and are just gulls. They are opportunistic feeders and are known to steal food from other species and humans.
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All starlings found in Minneapolis and throughout all of North America, are descendants of starlings released in Central Park, New York City in 1891 by Eugene Schieffelin. Schieffelin was a Shakespeare enthusiast, who wanted to introduce all of the birds mentioned in Shakespeare’s poems to Central Park.
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The Common Loon is the state bird of Minnesota, and it is known for its loud and unique song. Loons are also skilled swimmers, catching fish in underwater chases.