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Bird Removal & Control

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Professional Bird Removal in Northern Illinois & Southern Wisconsin

House sparrows and European starlings commonly nest around homes and buildings, taking advantage of protected areas such as soffits, vents, rooflines, and other openings.

 

Birds can create noise, nesting problems, droppings, odors, and contamination. Nesting material can also block vents and create additional problems.

 

Dennison Wildlife Control & Prevention provides professional bird removal and exclusion for homeowners dealing with sparrows, starlings, and other nuisance birds.

 

Hearing birds in your attic or finding nesting activity around your home? Contact us to schedule an inspection.

 

Signs of Birds in Your Home

Bird activity is often noticeable during daylight hours, particularly when birds are entering and leaving a nesting area.

 

Common signs include:

  • Birds repeatedly entering the roofline or soffits

  • Chirping or bird sounds coming from an attic or wall

  • Nesting material around vents or openings

  • Bird droppings around entry points

  • Feathers or nesting debris

  • Damaged or displaced vent screens

  • Birds entering garages, sheds, or other structures

  • Strong odors from accumulated droppings

 

Repeated activity around the same opening can indicate an active nesting site.

 

Sparrows & Starlings

House sparrows and European starlings are two of the most common birds to create nesting problems around structures.

 

They can establish nests in:

  • Roof and attic vents

  • Soffits

  • Wall voids

  • Chimney areas

  • Exterior fixtures

  • Signs and building openings

  • Garages and other sheltered areas

 

Once a nesting site is established, birds may repeatedly return to the same location.

 

A professional inspection can determine where birds are nesting, how they are accessing the structure, and what needs to be addressed.

 

Learn more about these birds: Visit our Bird Species Profiles to learn more about sparrows, starlings, nesting behavior, activity, entry points, and other useful information.

 

Common Bird Entry & Nesting Areas

Birds can use existing openings or damage their way into areas where they can establish nests.

 

Soffits & Roofline Areas

Open or damaged soffits can provide access to protected areas.

 

Attic & Roof Vents

Birds may enter through damaged screens or unprotected ventilation openings.

 

Chimneys

Open chimney areas can provide sheltered nesting locations.

 

Wall & Building Openings

Gaps around exterior fixtures, siding, and other building components may allow birds inside.

 

Garages & Outbuildings

Open or damaged areas can provide easy access to sheltered nesting locations.

 

Bird Nests & Nesting Season

Bird nesting activity can create a different situation than simply removing an adult bird.

 

Active nests may contain eggs or dependent young, so the timing and method of removal need to be considered before an opening is sealed.

Removing birds without addressing the underlying access point can also allow them to return or another bird to use the same location.

 

An inspection helps determine whether nesting activity is present and what approach is appropriate.

 

Bird Droppings, Mites & Health Concerns

Accumulated bird droppings and nesting material can create sanitation concerns around a structure.

 

Bird nests and nesting materials may also harbor bird mites and other parasites. When an active nest is abandoned or disturbed, mites may sometimes move into nearby areas in search of another host.

 

Accumulated bird droppings can also contain Histoplasma, a fungus associated with histoplasmosis. The risk is primarily associated with disturbing contaminated material and creating airborne particles.

 

For these reasons, heavily contaminated areas should be handled carefully, particularly when removing large amounts of droppings or nesting material.

 

Bird Damage & Property Problems

Birds can cause more than noise and unsightly droppings.

 

Potential problems include:

  • Blocked or damaged vents

  • Damaged screens

  • Nesting material accumulation

  • Contaminated surfaces

  • Damage around entry points

  • Odors from accumulated droppings

  • Repeated nesting activity

  • Moisture or ventilation problems caused by blocked vents

 

Addressing the access point is important because simply removing the nest may not prevent birds from returning.

 

How We Handle Bird Problems

1. Inspect

We identify where birds are entering, look for nesting activity, and evaluate the affected area.

 

2. Remove

We determine the appropriate method for addressing the birds based on the species, location, and circumstances.

 

3. Exclude

Once the situation has been properly addressed, entry points can be secured to prevent birds from returning.

 

4. Repair & Sanitize

If nesting activity has caused damage or contamination, repairs and sanitation may be recommended.

 

5. Prevent

We identify other vulnerable areas and recommend measures to reduce the likelihood of future bird activity.

 

What Should You Do If Birds Are Nesting in Your Home?

If birds are repeatedly entering an attic, soffit, vent, or other part of your home, don't simply seal the opening. There may be an active nest containing eggs or young.

 

Removing the nest without addressing the access point can also allow birds to return.

 

A professional inspection can determine whether the nesting site is active and what steps should be taken.

 

Bird Removal Service Areas

Dennison Wildlife Control & Prevention provides bird removal and exclusion throughout Northern Illinois and Southern Wisconsin.

 

We commonly service communities throughout:

McHenry County • Lake County • Northwest Cook County • Boone County • Kenosha County • Walworth County

 

For more information, visit our Service Areas page to see the communities we commonly serve.

 

If you don't see your town listed, contact us anyway. We service additional surrounding communities.

 

Have a Bird Problem?

Whether you're dealing with sparrows or starlings nesting in your home, hearing birds in an attic, or finding nests and droppings around your property, the first step is determining where the birds are getting in and whether active nesting is present.

 

Contact Dennison Wildlife Control & Prevention to schedule a professional bird inspection.

Bird Removal • Nest Removal • Exclusion • Sanitation • Prevention

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