Bird Lice Control
North Turramurra

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

Have you ever experienced a sudden itch when you’re enjoying free time outside? If so, you may be bitten by bird lice. Bird lice or bird mites as others call it is preys that are naturally found in birds. They usually exist 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 also. However, these pests are self-limiting as they can only live for a short time period.

These tiny creatures are capable of giving their host itch-inducing snacks and they’re voracious blood eaters. These pests can be introduced at home when there is vacated nest nearby or when pets and rodents live within the region. Hence, their presence should not be taken lightly and getting rid of them requires professional help from pest control experts.

Here are some quick facts about these bird lice:

• Their appearance are almost alike to ticks and human lice they are quite little about 1mm long.
• They’re like walking pepper flakes when they crawl on light colored surfaces.
• Their life span is brief, about 7 days but they’re fast breeders they can immediately infest a host.
• They enjoy blood meal so much and they like to host on warm-blooded animals like birds, rodents, cats and dogs.
• They can easily create a whole poultry sick most especially young and old birds.
• Though they are not known to transmit diseases, their itch-induced bite can cause secondary infections due to scratching.

The odds of having bird lice or bird mite to get near human is when some birds start to build their nest near a home. Most birds are likely to build their hot 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 really lively during the spring and summer seasons and are normally seen in birds that nest near homes or surrounding areas.

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

These creatures also love to crawl and can enter the living rooms, climb on walls, ceilings and lurk in the bed.

Spotting Bird Lice Infestation

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

To spot the infestation, check for nestings around:

• Eaves and at chimneys
• Rooftop 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 significant fences, seal and fix roof cavities and other entry points which bird lice can crawl into.

Controlling Bird Lice

Controlling bird lice on your own can be difficult and upsetting. You can’t easily prevent its dispersing in your property simply by driving away birds, removing nests, cleaning cages or even disinfecting the area. You will need the help of professional pest control services to be able to assess and come up with a treatment plan to completely eradicate such situation.

Here at Local Pest Control North Shore, we are 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 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 in the comfort of your home. 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 products you employ?

The security of your pet is extremely important to us. You may rest assured that the active constituent that they may come into contact with, whether it’s still wet or through inhalation or ingesting it, is a tiny amount.

Can the spray cause any problems to humans?

The spray we apply is usually used in public places such as hospitals and schools and does not cause any harm to humans.

What do I do if I accidently touch any of the areas spray?

It’s only of concern if the spray areas are still wet. If this occurs, clean with soap and plenty of water as quickly as you are able to. In a short amount duration, your water carrier tap water has evaporated and will not harm you in any way should you come into contact with the area.

Pest Control North Turramurra

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

We offer a wide range of treatments specifically designed to minimize environmental impact, while having effective results in controlling termite populations. Our results are amazing due to our knowledge of the pests that are predominantly present in your area or your community.

We specialise in developing innovative and affordable pest control strategies, such as pest inspections, as well as live trapping. Our pest control services are developed to ensure the health and well being of your family members as our main concern.

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Our experts bring you pest or insect identification methods and monitoring tips on how to manage pests or bugs at home as well as in the workplace. We have the right equipment and are well-trained to identify your pest infestation problems, and provide the best course of action.

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Commercial & Residential Services

The majority of residential properties are required to have annual pest control however commercial properties because of their safety and health requirements will require more frequent inspections.

We at Local Pest Control North Shore, after an initial examination and treatment, we will arrange an annual schedule for our clients , which will eliminate the need to worry about unwelcome visitors. This scheduled service is ideal for hotels, offices catering to commercial establishments and also homeowners. Another excellent service we provide is to visit your premises in a nonbranded vehicle to perform any pest control procedure if extra discretion is required.

Our technicians are highly trained and knowledgeable as they are, we have the tools to handle any of the vast arrays of pest control issues you might encounter in the area of North Turramurra.

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