Bird Lice Control
Acacia Gardens

Knocking Down Tiny and Itch-inducing Bird Lice (Bird Mite)

Have you ever experienced unexpected itches and bites at your house or at someone’s residence and not knowing what is occurring? You may be bitten by bird lice.

Bird lice (or bird mite) should not be taken lightly. Even if you don’t have a pet bird at home, you can still encounter these pests. They are tiny creatures capable of biting humans and pets and causes annoying itch. It is possible that your home and surroundings may have bird lice infestation when birds out are roosting nearby.

Here are a few quick data about these bird lice:

• At below 1 mm long, bird mites/lice are extremely little, however, they are easily seen with a naked eye.
• They’re like walking pepper flakes when they crawl on light colored surfaces.
• They are self-limiting pest that can live at least for seven days but they are fast breeders and they are capable of jumping from one host to another.
• These bugs’ mainly feed on blood from flying animals, for example, pigeons, starlings, sparrows and even poultry.
• They affect poultry very quickly, killing sick, young and old birds.
• They do not transmit diseases but their bite can cause secondary infections due to scratching.

The odds of having bird lice or bird mite to get close to human is when some birds start to build their nest near a house. Most birds are more likely to build their warm and comfortable nests in your roof , window ledges as well as within an air conditioner compressor unit.

Where are they found?

Bird mites love moist or humid conditions and they are extremely active during the spring and summer seasons and are naturally located where birds and their nests are located.

These small creatures move into dwelling areas on the lookout for a blood meal. They could crawl into your living area, climb on the walls, ceilings and lurk in bed.

Bird mites can socialise with people when fowls leave their homes and these bugs are left without a host to benefit from.

Spotting Bird Lice Infestation

As mentioned earlier, bird lice infestation is quite crucial and requires proper identification. Since this pest is nearly looked like ticks and bed bugs, home owners usually find assistance from pest control professionals. The best approach that you can do though is investigating your area for presence of nest and then reporting it to the specialists. However, ponder on this warning do not attempt to remove the nests yourself to avoid risk of bird mite transfer to other areas.

To spot possible infestation, check for nestings around:

• Eaves and at chimneys
• Roof spaces
• Wall cavities
• Basements
• Window ledges
• Porches

If there is one DIY method you can do to prevent the infestation, that’s installing high fences in your environment. The presence of high fences can block birds from entering your area and construct their nest. You can also start sealing and fixing roof cavities and other entry points that bird lice can crawl into.

Controlling Bird Lice

Controlling bird lice on your own can be difficult and upsetting. You cannot easily prevent its spreading in your property by simply driving away birds, removing nests, cleaning cages or even disinfecting the region. You will need the help of professional pest control services in order to assess and think of a treatment plan to completely eradicate such situation. The best way to control the infestation of bird lice in your area is to seek the support of licensed pest professionals. You cannot just simply drive the birds away or remove the nest yourself. However, you can do preventative measures like cleaning bird cages or disinfecting the area. Having professionals help you out will increase the chance of eradicating the infestation.

Here at Local Pest Control Western Sydney, we are delighted to help you with your situation. If you suspect pest infestation in your region, it’s best to call us for immediate help so we can assess the degree of infestation. We pride ourselves for having the knowledge and the right technology that may remediate and totally eradicate the presence of bird lice in the comfort of your residence. If you’re suspecting an infestation in your area, give us a ring and we will help you out.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are my pets at home affected by the treatments you apply?

The safety of your pets is very important to us. You may rest assured that the active constituent that they might come into contact with, whether it’s still wet or inhaling it or ingestion it, is a tiny amount.

Can the spray cause any problems to humans?

The spray we apply is usually employed in public areas such as schools and hospitals and has no adverse effects to humans.

What should I do if I happen to touch one of the areas that have been sprayed?

This will only be of concern if the spray areas are still wet. If this happens, wash with soap and plenty of water as quickly as you can. In a short amount in time carrier, tap water will have been dissolved and will not cause any harm to you should you come into contact with the region.

Pest Control Acacia Gardens

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We are highly recommended by accredited agencies and are able to provide affordable solutions for controlling pests. Also, we are staffed with a staff of licensed pest control experts that specialise in pest biological studies . They are certified to give effective recommendations and solutions for your home.

We offer a variety of treatments that are created to have a minimal environmental impact, while having effective results in controlling termite populations. The results we achieve are remarkable due to our knowledge of the insects that are most commonly present in your area or community.

We are a specialist in developing efficient and affordable pest control solutions, including pest inspections, and live trapping. Our pest control solutions are designed with the health and well-being of your family as our main concern.

Why Use Us?

Our specialists will provide you with techniques for identifying pests or insects and monitoring tips on how to manage pests or bugs at home and in the workplace. We have the right equipment and are professionally trained to recognize your pest infestation problems, and recommend appropriate method of action.

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Commercial & Residential Services

A majority of homes are required to have annual pest control but commercial premises due to health and safety requirements, need far more frequent inspections.

At Local Pest Control Western Sydney, after an initial examination and treatment, we will set up an annual programme for our clients , which will eliminate their need to worry about unwanted visitors. This service can be a great fit for many offices, hotels, food serving commercial premises as well as homeowners. Another excellent service we offer is visiting your premises with a non-branded car to carry out any pest control procedure if extra discretion is required.

With our staff members being well-trained and knowledgeable as they are, we are equipped to effectively handle every one of the many kinds of pest control issues you might encounter within the Acacia Gardens region.

We will provide you with an efficient, friendly and cost-effective service that will prevent any species or subspecies of pest (who require different and unique treatments) from returning to your home.