What To Do If You Hear Birds In Your Loft: A Complete Guide

If you hear birds in your loft (attic), it’s important to address it promptly. Birds can cause health hazards, damage insulation, and even attract pests like mites or flies.

Here’s what to do:

1. Confirm It’s Birds

• Sounds: Chirping, fluttering, or scratching - usually during the day.

• Signs:

  • Bird droppings

  • Feathers

  • Nesting materials (twigs, straw, leaves)

  • Entry points near eaves or vents
    
    

2. Identify and Locate Entry Points

Birds commonly enter through:

• Broken tiles or soffits

• Gable vents

• Gaps in fascia boards or roof edges

• Chimneys
  
  

Use caution when checking - avoid disturbing active nests, especially during breeding season.

3. Check for Nesting or Protected Species

• Many birds are legally protected (e.g., swallows, starlings, pigeons in some regions).

• It may be illegal to disturb nests with eggs or chicks.

• Contact a licensed wildlife expert or local council for advice if you suspect nesting or protected species.
  
  

4. Remove Birds Safely

If it's legal and there are no active nests:

• Open a loft window or hatch during the day to allow birds to escape.

• Use noise or light deterrents (radio, flashlight, or bright lights).

• For persistent birds, call a professional bird control servicefor humane removal.
  
  

5. Seal the Entry Points

Once birds are gone:

• Repair all holes and gaps using:

  • Mesh or vent covers

  • Wood or metal sheeting

• Install bird-proofingmeasures:

  • Bird spikes or netting on common perching areas

  • Chimney caps
    
    

6. Clean and Disinfect

• Wear gloves and a mask - bird droppings can carry diseases like histoplasmosis or salmonella.

• Remove all nesting material and droppings.

• Disinfect affected areas thoroughly.
  
  

7. Check Insulation

Birds often disturb or contaminate loft insulation:

• Soiled or damaged insulation may need removal and replacement.

• A professional can assess if cleaning or full replacement is needed.
  
  

Would you like help finding a local bird control expert or insulation specialist? Call us today for a free friendly chat, we are here to help.

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