Bird Lice Control
Middle Grange

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

It is fond to see birds flying around our home much more when we place a nest up on the trees. However, their presence can bring trouble because of 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 are prey to such birds for the food on their warm blood. These pests are introduced when there is presence of a vacated nest nearby. They can also be brought in by our pets such as dogs and cats or even by rodents.

Once they enter into the households, bird lice should not be taken lightly. They are capable of biting and feeding on an individual host and inducing annoying itch. Even if you do not have pets, you can still encounter with bird mites from birds that are roosting nearby.

Here are a few quick data about these bird lice:

• At less than 1 mm long, bird mites/lice are very small, however, they can be readily seen with a naked eye.
• Best described as walking pepper flakes.
• Their life span is short, about seven days but they are fast breeders they can immediately infest a host.
• These pests’ diet is purely blood and they feed on birds such as pigeons, starlings, sparrows and even poultry.
• They impact poultry quickly, killing sick, young and old birds.
• Though they are not known to transmit diseases, their itch-induced bite can cause secondary infections due to scratching.

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

Where are they found?

Bird mites are often nesting in vacated nest and they like to stay in moist and humid environment.

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

Bird mites can come in contact with humans when birds leave their nests and these pests are left with no host to feed on.

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 is important to seek the support of licensed pest technician to deal with the infestation. The best approach that you can do is to find the whereabouts of nest and report it to pest specialists. However, do not attempt to eliminate the nests yourself to avoid risk of transfer of mites to other areas. bugs, home owners usually seek assistance from pest control 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 avoid risk of bird mite transfer to other areas.

To See a viable infestation, assess for nestings around:

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

Another thing you can do though is to prevent birds from building nests in your premises. Block openings by putting up high 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 above, proper pest identification is necessary in order to deal with the circumstance. Hence, simply driving away the birds or maintaining the cleanliness of the area will not do good unless the source of infestation is eliminated.

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 evaluate the degree of infestation. We pride ourselves for having the knowledge and the right technology that can remediate and completely eradicate the existence of bird lice at the comfort of your home. If you are 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 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 through inhalation or ingesting it, is a tiny amount.

Will the spray cause problems to humans?

The spray we employ is typically utilized in public spaces such as hospitals and schools and has no adverse effects to human beings.

What do I do if happen to touch one of the areas treated with a spray?

This will only be a concern if the sprayed areas remain wet. If this happens, wash with soap and lots of water as soon as you possibly can. In a short amount duration, your carrier, tap water will have evaporated and won’t cause any harm to you should you come into contact with the surface.

Pest Control Middle Grange

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Our specialists will provide you with techniques for identifying pests or insects and provide tips for monitoring to control bugs or pests both at home and in the workplace. We are equipped and professionally trained to recognize the problem with pests, and recommend appropriate course of treatment.

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Most Middle Grange residential properties need annual pest management services but commercial buildings, due to their health and safety requirements require more frequent inspections.

In Local Pest Control Western Sydney, after an initial inspection and treatment, we can create an annual program for our customers to reduce worries about unwelcome visitors. This scheduled service is ideal for hotels, offices, food serving commercial premises and also homeowners. Another great feature we can provide is the opportunity visiting your premises with a non-branded car to carry out any pest control service when you require extra discretion.

With our technicians being well-trained and knowledgeable as they are, they are equipped to effectively deal with any of the vast arrays of pest control problems you might encounter within the Middle Grange region.

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