How To Get Rid of A Birds Nest

This page is an expert guide on getting rid of bird nests from your property using the products and methods suggested by our experienced pest control specialists. Follow this guide and use the recommended products, and we guarantee you will eliminate nesting birds in your home.

Birds aren't usually regarded as pests, but when they begin to nest near or on your home, they can become worthy of the title. Birds are known to nest in secluded areas, where they can rarely be disturbed, and certain areas of your home can become a perfect place for them to set up. Some common nest sites are around vents, under eaves, trees and shrubs, patio covers, and rain gutters.

Birds can cause trouble when nesting nearby because they can block or interfere with air ventilation and leave lots of bird droppings, which is known to damage car paint due to the uric acid in the feces. Bird nests can also provide a home to parasitic insects like bird mites, ticks, fleas, and more. These parasites may leave the nest and infest your home, creating more problems.

If birds nest in your home, follow our DIY guide for product recommendations and instructions on effectively removing bird nests and their invasion.

Identification

Before proceeding with bird nest removal, you must be sure you are dealing with bird nests. Misidentification can lead to using incorrect treatment methods, which will be a waste of time and money. 

• While some birds build their nests in trees or bushes, others settle in secluded areas of yards or on the tops of homes. Bird nests are of various kinds, depending on the species of bird.
• To give you a few examples, there are the:
• scrape (a depression in the soil)
• mounds (made from branches, sticks, soils, leaves and twigs)
• burrow (a hole in the ground)
• cavity (a nest inside a dead tree’s stump)
• cup (shaped like a bowl, made from saliva and mud)
• saucer (a shallow depression)
• platform (a flat deconstructed disc made from various materials)
• pendant (a sac made from grass and branches)
• and a sphere (an enclosed circle with a small opening).
• Since all these nests are quite small, most birds build one in small spaces where they cannot be reached. This gives them the advantage of hiding their eggs and infant offspring from predators or natural disasters that might destroy the nest.
• In many cases, birds make their nests under the roof, which is inaccessible if you remove it yourself.

Use the description and image above to help you identify bird nests on your property. If you are unsure, contact us; one of our pros will assist you with identification.

Inspection

Now that you have identified a bird's nest near or around your home, you need to know where it is in your house. This is where you will apply the treatment. 

Where to Inspect

Inspect the areas where you see active birds. As we mentioned before, bird nests can be formed on your roof, ledges, air vents, and other such areas. Birds prefer nesting in a safe, cozy area where they won't be affected by rain, other elements, or other animal activity.

What to Look For

Look for a gathering of birds or the bird nest itself on your property. In some cases, the nest can be easily accessible. If you can view the nests, check if they've been active or abandoned. Active nests may have eggs laid in them. If the nest is empty, it may be an opportunity to remove it by crushing it (make sure you have on gloves), bagging it, and tossing it in the trash.

Treatment

Once you have found the bird's nest and the areas where the bird or birds are congregating, you can begin to apply treatment products. Before proceeding with bird nest removal, there are a few things to consider so you can remove the nest safely and correctly.

Dos and Dont's of Bird Nest Removal

DO:

• Before carrying out treatment, wear personal protective equipment, such as gloves and long-sleeved clothing.
• To successfully remove birds from the area, you must locate and discard the nest, then apply Detour repellent and Bird Flite Bird Control Spikes to keep birds from re-establishing themselves near your home.

DON'T:

• One major DON'T is not to remove or destroy an active bird's nest, as you may get in trouble with the state or local authorities if there are laws in place.
• Depending on where you live, there may be laws protecting birds from harm, so for the most part, none of the products mentioned will actually kill birds; rather, they will deter or repel them from the area.

Step 1: Locate and Discard the Nest

If the bird nest has been discovered and is in an easy-to-access area, you should remove it to send a message to the birds that they aren't welcome here.

It is important first to check the nest to see if there are any eggs or baby chicks. With certain native species of birds, it is against the law to destroy or remove nests.

If there are no eggs or babies, you can lift the bird's nest and clear it from the area, remove all the nesting material, and toss it in the trash. It would be best to clean the area with a bleach/water spray mixture.

Step 2: Apply Bird Repellent

Once the nest has been cleared out, use a bird repellent in the area where the nest was made to deter Birds from resettling in the area and remaking a nest. 4 The Birds Repellent Gel is an all-weather formula that contains a humane formula, so not only will it be unpleasant because of its stickiness, but the texture will also be offputting to the birds.

Step 3: Apply Bird Flite Bird Control Spikes

To ensure birds don't get comfortable and make another nest in the area, use Bird Flite Bird Control Spikes in the areas where they have been active. These spikes are made with stainless steel and are blunted to prevent bird injury, so it's a great humane option to keep birds away. 

Clean the surface where you will place the spikes, such as the eave of your home, a ledge, or another area. Then, glue the spike strip down, and it will be ready to ward off the birds.

Prevention

To prevent birds from nesting in your home in the future, you will need to lessen the insect population in the area. Since birds mainly eat bugs, if you spray an insecticide concentrate like Supreme IT around your home and yard, they will have less to eat.

Aside from this, applying bird repellents and Bird Spikes is enough of an exclusion measure to make your home unappealing to birds looking for a place to nest.

Key Takeaways

What are Bird Nests?

• Bird's nests are makeshift habitats that birds create when they have found a place to settle.
• Birds are known to nest on or around homes when a spot is warm, secluded, and appealing to them.
• Depending on the bird species, they may form their nests in different places and a variety of ways.

How To Get Rid of a Birds Nest

• Locate and remove the nest after checking if it is inactive, meaning that there are no eggs or baby birds in it.
• Toss the bird's nest in the trash and then thoroughly wash and clean the area of the nesting site.

Preventing Bird Nest Reinfestation

• Use 4 the Birds Repellent Gel and Bird Flite Bird Spikes to deter birds from making new nests on your property.
• You can also discourage birds by reducing the insect population around your home that is attracting them by applying Supreme IT Insecticide around your property.