Bird Lice Control
Grose Wold

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

It’s fond to see birds flying around our home much more when we spot a nest up on the trees. However, their existence can bring trouble due to one creature that nestles with them. Bird lice or bird mites are tiny creatures that are naturally found in birds such as pigeons, starlings, sparrows and poultry. They’re prey to such birds for the food in their hot blood. These pests are introduced if there is existence of a vacated nest nearby. They can also be brought in by our pets such as dogs and cats or even by rodents.

Bird lice (or bird mite) shouldn’t be taken gently. Even if you don’t have a pet bird, you could stumble upon these pests. They are tiny creatures capable of biting humans and pets and induces stressful itch. It is viable your property and environment could have bird lice infestation whilst birds outside are roosting close by.

Here are some quick facts about these bird lice:

• Bird mites are almost microscopically tiny of 1mm long, however, they can easily be seen with trained naked eyes.
• Best described as walking pepper flakes.
• Their life span is short, about seven days but they are fast breeders that they can immediately infest a host.
• These pests’ diet is pure blood and that they feed birds such as pigeons, starlings, sparrows and fowl.
• They may be small but they are terrible for they can make a whole poultry sick most especially young and old birds.
• They do not transmit diseases but their bite can cause secondary infections due to scratching.

Although they are self-limiting and can rarely survive if they host on humans, the chance of people getting in contact with the insect is just fair. You can experience bird mite infestation if there are roosting birds nearby and are building their nests on trees, roof tops, window ledges and an ac unit.

Where are they found?

Bird mites love humid or moist conditions and they’re extremely lively during the spring and summer seasons and are normally seen in birds that nest near homes or surrounding areas.

When spring and summer come, they are very busy and are voraciously preying on birds.

They hop from 1 host to another and they have higher chances of entering the household when they have the ability to host on pets and rodents. These creatures also loves to crawl and can enter the living rooms, climb on walls, ceilings and lurk in the bedding.

Spotting Bird Lice Infestation

Spotting an infestation requires proper identification of the pest. Since bird lice are almost looks like ticks and bed bugs, it’s important to seek the help of licensed pest technician to manage the infestation. The best approach that you can do is to locate the whereabouts of nest and report it to pest experts. However, do not attempt to remove the nests yourself to avoid risk of transfer of mites to other areas. bugs, home owners usually seek assistance from pest management professionals. The best approach that you can do though is exploring your area for existence of nest and then reporting it to the specialists. However, ponder on this warning do not attempt to remove yourself to prevent risk of bird mite move to other areas.

To spot the infestation, assess for nestings around:

• Eaves and in chimneys
• Roof spaces
• Wall cavities
• Storm cellars
• Window ledges
• Porches

Another thing you can do though is to prevent birds from building nests in your property. Block openings by putting up significant fences, seal and repair roof cavities and other entry points which bird lice can crawl into.

Controlling Bird Lice

The possibility of existence of bird lice in your area can be upsetting. This is because as aforementioned, proper pest identification is needed in order to take care of the situation. Hence, simply driving away the birds or maintaining the cleanliness of the area will not do good unless the source of infestation is removed.

Here at Local Pest Control Western Sydney, we are delighted to assist 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 completely eradicate the existence of bird lice at the comfort of your residence. If you are suspecting an infestation in your area, give us a ring and we’ll help you out.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The safety of your pets is a top priority for us. You may rest assured that the constituents active they might come into contact with, whether it’s still damp or by inhaling or ingesting it, is a tiny amount.

Will the spray cause problems to humans?

The spray we apply is usually used in public places such as hospitals and schools and causes no ill effects on humans.

What do I do if I accidentally touch any of the areas that have been sprayed?

This is only a concern if the sprayed areas remain wet. If this happens, wash with soap and plenty of water as fast as you possibly can. After a brief period of time, the water carrier tap water has gone out of the water and will not harm you in any way should you come into contact with the area.

Pest Control Grose Wold

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We are highly recommended by certified agencies and are able to offer affordable pest control services. We also have a team of licensed pest control technicians that specialise in pest biological studies and are certified to offer practical recommendations and solutions to your home.

We offer a variety of treatments that have been created to have a minimal environmental impact, while having effective results in controlling termite populations. Our results are impressive because we know and understand the insects that are most commonly present in your area or community.

We specialise in developing new and cost-effective pest control solutions, including pest inspections, as well as live trapping. Our pest control solutions are designed to ensure the health and wellbeing of your family being our primary concern.

Why Use Us?

Our experts will present you with techniques for identifying pests or insects and monitoring tips on how to manage pests or bugs both at home and at work. We have the right equipment and are professionally trained to recognize the problem with pests, and recommend appropriate method of treatment.

• Everyday Low Prices Termite Inspections from $220
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Commercial & Residential Services

Most Grose Wold residential properties will require annual pest control services but commercial buildings due to health and safety requirements require more frequent inspections.

In Local Pest Control Western Sydney, after an initial examination followed by treatment and inspection, we will arrange an annual schedule for our customers to reduce worries about unwelcome visitors. This scheduled service is ideal for many offices, hotels and food establishments that serve commercial properties as well as homeowners. Another benefit we provide is visiting your premises with a non-branded car to perform any pest control services if you require extra discretion.

Our technicians are well-trained and knowledgeable as they are we are fully equipped to expertly handle all kinds of pest control issues you can possibly experience within the Grose Wold region.

We’ll provide you with an efficient, considerate and cost-effective service that will keep any species or subspecies of pest (who will all require different and unique treatment) from coming back to your home.