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Nest in roof vent - health hazard
Bird droppings
on roof vent
Bird nest in
wall vent
Large bird nest
in attic
Sparrows, starlings and
pigeons are the most common bird species that
come into conflict with people. Their nests and
droppings can cause significant odour, damage
and human health concerns.
Birds will nest just
about anywhere that can provide shelter,
including roof vents, wall vents, chimneys,
soffit and roofs.
FACT:
Sparrows, starlings and
pigeons do not make neat nests. They
tend to be quite messy and can extend
over several feet in a vent or chimney
pipe. This poses a serious fire hazard.
Bird droppings can cause
permanent damage to building materials and
automobiles if left unattended.
FACT:
Bird droppings are
acidic and will eat into painted
surfaces.
Health Risks
from Birds
Birds often gravitate to
warm nest sites like chimneys, vents and
attics.
FACT:
Nests in chimneys and
vents can block the proper exhausting of
carbon monoxide and moisture. This can
cause carbon monoxide build-up and
mould, both highly hazardous.
Mites, ticks and fleas
are commonly found in birds’ nests. Inhaling
bird feces can cause an incurable disease
known as histoplasmosis, characterized by
constant flu-like symptoms.
FACT:
The very young, very old
and those with impaired immune systems
are at greatest risk for severe illness
from histoplasmosis.
Birds - How to Find Them
Home and business owners
will hear, see or smell the birds in the
building. Birds are more noticeable when
building nests or caring for their young.
FACT:
Most sparrows and
starlings lay 6-7 eggs twice per year.
Pigeons can lay 2-4 eggs all year round.
One or two young usually die in the
nest.
Telltale visual signs of
bird entry points are broken vents, bird
droppings and protruding sticks and leaves.
FACT:
Sparrows can fit
through an opening the size of a golf
ball.
Birds
- How to Remove Them
Simply fixing the vent
doesn’t work. They will either re-enter or
continue to feed their young through the
vent.
FACT:
The most effective
method is to remove all the birds and
nesting material and completely
seal all
potential entry points.
Leaving the birds’ nest
in the vent, chimney or roof/attic is not
recommended.
FACT:
The bacteria and
parasites in the nest as well as baby
bird carcasses will cause severe odour and potential
health problems.
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