Bird Lice Control
Emu Plains

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

Have you ever experienced a sudden itch when you are enjoying free time outdoors? If so, you might be bitten by bird lice. Bird lice or bird mites as others call it is preys which are naturally found in birds. They usually are present when birds vacate their nest. Though birds are their hosts, they can jump to feed on other animals such as rodents, dogs and cats and have the option to feed on humans as well. However, these pests are self-limiting as they can only live for a short period of time.

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

Here are some quick facts about these bird lice:

• At less than 1 mm long, bird mites/lice are extremely small, but they are readily seen with a naked eye.
• When they creep on light colored surfaces, they’re best described as walking pepper flakes.
• They have a short life cycle of 7 days however they are able to reproduce fast and capable of plaguing a host.
• They enjoy blood meal so much and they like to host on warm-blooded animals like birds, rodents, cats and dogs.
• They affect poultry quickly, killing ill, young and old birds
• They do not transmit illnesses but their bite can cause secondary infections because of scratching.

The possibilities of getting bird lice or bird mite to get in contact with a human are if a few birds start to construct their nest near home. Most birds are likely to build their warm and secure nests on your rooftop, window ledges and even an air conditioner compressor unit.

Where are they found?

Bird mites are often nesting in vacated nest and they love to remain in moist and humid environment.

They’re very active throughout the spring and summertime, where they prey on bird host. They hop from one host to another in search of a blood meal. They can enter the family or any building if they happen to prey animals such as rodents, cats and dogs as their hosts.

Bird mites can be connected with human beings when birds leave their nests and these pests are left without a host to feed on.

Spotting Bird Lice Infestation

Proper identification of bird lice infestation is vital particularly the level of its infestation. The best method for this is to discover the nests and eliminating it immediately. Hence, professional pest control services should be exploited to handle situations and to prevent the transfer of mites and threat of bird-associated infections. bugs, home owners usually seek assistance from pest management professionals. The best approach that you can do though is investigating your area for existence of nest and then reporting it to the experts. However, ponder on this warning do not attempt to remove yourself to prevent risk of bird mite move to other areas.

Listed below are some of the possible places where you can check birds nests that has some possibilities of bird mite infestation:

• Eaves and at chimneys
• Rooftop spaces
• Wall cavities
• Storm cellars
• Window ledges
• Porches

Something else you can do however is to prevent birds from making nests in your premises. Seal openings by setting up high fences, seal and fix rooftop pits and other section points that bird lice can creep into.

Controlling Bird Lice

Controlling bird lice in your can be troublesome and frustrating. You can’t simply prevent its spreading in your property by basically heading outside birds, expelling the nests, cleaning cages or even sterilising the region. You need the assistance of an expert to assess and conduct a treatment plan to control and eradicate the infestation.

Here at Local Pest Control Western Sydney, we’re delighted to help you with your situation. If you suspect pest infestation in your area, it’s best to call us for immediate help so we can evaluate the amount of infestation. We pride ourselves for having the knowledge and the right technology that may remediate and totally eradicate the existence 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

Will my household pets be affected by the treatments you use?

Your pet’s safety is a top priority for us. You can rest assured that any active component they may come into contact with, whether it’s still damp or by inhaling or ingesting, is minute.

Does the spray pose problems to humans?

The spray we employ is typically used in public places such as hospitals and schools and does not cause any harm to human beings.

What should I do if I accidently touch any of the areas that have been spray?

This will only be an issue if the sprayed areas remain wet. If this happens, wash with soap and lots of water as soon as you are able to. In a short amount of time, the carrier, tap water will have evaporated and will not harm you in any way should you come into contact with the region.

Pest Control Emu Plains

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We are highly recommended by certified agencies and are able to provide affordable pest control services. We also have a team of certified pest control specialists who specialize in pest biology studies and are certified to provide efficient recommendations and solutions for your home.

We offer a wide range of treatments that have been designed to have minimal environmental impact, while having effective results in controlling termite populations. The results we achieve are remarkable due to our knowledge of the species of pests that are found in your region or your community.

We specialise in developing efficient and affordable pest control strategies, such as pest inspections, and live trapping. Our pest control solutions are developed in a way that puts the health and well being of your family members as our primary concern.

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Our experts bring you ways to identify pests and insects and provide tips for monitoring to manage pests or bugs at home and in the work place. We are equipped and highly trained to properly identify the pest problem and suggest the appropriate methods of treatment.

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Commercial & Residential Services

A majority of homes will require annual pest control however commercial properties due to health and safety requirements will require more frequent inspections.

We at Local Pest Control Western Sydney, after an initial examination followed by treatment and inspection, we are able to create an annual program for our clients , which will eliminate the need to worry about unwanted visitors. This service can be a great fit for many offices, hotels catering to commercial establishments and also homeowners. Another great feature we can offer is to visit your premises with a non-branded car to perform any pest control service when additional discretion is needed.

With our technicians being highly trained and knowledgeable as they are, we have the tools to deal with any of the vast arrays of pest control problems you may encounter in the area of Emu Plains.

We’ll offer you an efficient, friendly and cost-effective service to stop any subspecies or species of pest (who will require a variety of and unique treatment) from coming back to your property.