Can birds damage your home?

• <div><p>While not common, bird’s nests can cause problems to your property in some cases. </p><ul><li><p>Block vents for your dryer, stove, and fans, creating a fire hazard</p></li><li><p>Clog gutters and drains, leading to roof and siding damage</p></li><li><p>Damage solar panels</p></li><li><p>Wiring issues if the nest is on or near a light fixture</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

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Q: Which animals build nests in attics?

• <div><p>Many different types of animals like to build nests in attics. The types may vary depending on your home&rsquo;s condition and location and you can prevent them by sealing off entry points and eliminating food sources. The most common critters that like to build nests in your attic include:</p><ul><li><p>Raccoons</p></li><li><p>Bats</p></li><li><p>Squirrels</p></li><li><p>Mice</p></li><li><p>Rats</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

Q: How do I prevent pest infestations?

• <div><p>Regular cleaning, proper food storage, sealing entry points, and professional inspections help prevent infestations.</p></div>

Q: How long does it take to remove birds or bats?

• <div><p>Removal typically takes 1-3 days. Sealing entry points and cleanup may require additional time.</p></div>

Q: How do I keep animals off my pool cover?

• <div><p>Keeping your pool cover clean is a good way to keep smaller animals from running across it or using it as shelter. Small animals may use leaf debris on top of the cover to hide. Cleaning also removes nuts that may fall from a nearby tree that could otherwise be a tempting snack for some animals, like squirrels. </p></div>

Q: Can birds damage your home?

• <div><p>While not common, bird&rsquo;s nests can cause problems to your property in some cases. </p><ul><li><p>Block vents for your dryer, stove, and fans, creating a fire hazard</p></li><li><p>Clog gutters and drains, leading to roof and siding damage</p></li><li><p>Damage solar panels</p></li><li><p>Wiring issues if the nest is on or near a light fixture</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

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Bird Control questions, answered by experts

Many different types of animals like to build nests in attics. The types may vary depending on your home’s condition and location and you can prevent them by sealing off entry points and eliminating food sources. The most common critters that like to build nests in your attic include:

Raccoons
Bats
Squirrels
Mice
Rats

Regular cleaning, proper food storage, sealing entry points, and professional inspections help prevent infestations.

Removal typically takes 1-3 days. Sealing entry points and cleanup may require additional time.

Keeping your pool cover clean is a good way to keep smaller animals from running across it or using it as shelter. Small animals may use leaf debris on top of the cover to hide. Cleaning also removes nuts that may fall from a nearby tree that could otherwise be a tempting snack for some animals, like squirrels.

While not common, bird’s nests can cause problems to your property in some cases.

Block vents for your dryer, stove, and fans, creating a fire hazard
Clog gutters and drains, leading to roof and siding damage
Damage solar panels
Wiring issues if the nest is on or near a light fixture

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