Bird Lice Control
Werrington Downs

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

Have you ever experienced a sudden itch when you are 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 are present when birds vacate their nest. Though birds are their hosts, they can jump to feed on other animals such as rodents, cats and dogs and have the possibility to feed on humans as well. However, these pests are self-limiting as they can only live for a brief time period.

Bird lice (or bird mite) shouldn’t to be disregarded. Irrespective of whether you don’t have a pet bird at home, you can run over these pests. They are minute creatures equipped for biting people and pets and prompts irritating itch. It is possible that your home and environment may have bird lice infestation when birds outside are perching nearby.

Here are some quick facts about these bird lice:

• Their appearance are nearly alike to ticks and human lice they are quite small about 1mm long.
• When they crawl on light colored surfaces, they are best described as walking pepper flakes.
• They have a short life cycle of 7 days however they are able to reproduce fast and effective at plaguing a host.
• Their diet is purely blood. Though they are mostly found in birds, they can infest other warm-blooded animals such as rodents, dogs and cats.
• They affect poultry very quickly, killing sick, old and young birds.
• They don’t transmit illnesses yet their sting can cause secondary infections because of scratching.

The possibility of bird mites to get in contact with people is high if the birds are building nests on nearby trees near a house. Sometimes, there are also birds that do not nest on trees but are building their nests on roof tops, window ledges and even within an air conditioner unit. So, be watchful if there are any.

Where are they found?

Bird mites love wet or humid conditions and they are very active for the duration of spring and summer seasons and are evidently observed where birds and their nests are placed.

When spring and summer come, they are very busy and are voraciously preying on birds.

Bird mites can come in contact with humans when birds leave their nests and these pests are left without a host to feed on.

Spotting Bird Lice Infestation

bed bugs, home owners usually find assistance from pest control 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 the nests yourself to avoid risk of bird mite transfer to other areas.

To spot a viable infestation, check for nestings around:

• Eaves and in chimneys
• Roof spaces
• Wall cavities
• Basements
• Window ledges
• Porches

Another aspect you could do is to save the birds from constructing nests in your home. Block openings by placing up high fences, seal and restore roof cavities and other access points which fowl lice can go into.

Controlling Bird Lice

Controlling bird lice on your own may be a hassle and inconvenient. You can’t save its spreading in your house through driving birds away, disposing of nests, cleaning cages or perhaps disinfecting the vicinity. You need the assistance of pest control experts to assess and produce a treatment plan to completely eradicate such instance.

Here at Local Pest Control Penrith, we’re delighted to assist you with your situation. If you suspect pest infestation in your area, it is best to call us for immediate help so we can assess the degree of infestation. We pride ourselves for having the knowledge and the right technology that may remediate and totally eradicate the existence of bird lice at the comfort of your home. If you’re suspecting an infestation in your area, give us a ring and we’ll give you a hand.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will my household pets be affected by the treatment you employ?

The safety of your pets is a top priority for us. You can rest assured that the constituents active they may come into contact with, either when it is still wet or through inhalation or ingesting, is minute.

Can the spray cause any human health issues?

The spray we use is often used in public places such as schools and hospitals and has no adverse effects on humans.

What should I do if I accidentally touch any of the areas treated with a spray?

This will only be of concern if the spray areas remain wet. If this occurs, clean with soap and lots of water as soon as you are able to. After a relatively short period in time water carrier tap water has been dissolved and will not harm you in any way when you come in contact with the area.

Pest Control Werrington Downs

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We are highly recommended by accredited agencies and can provide affordable solutions for controlling pests. Additionally, we have a team of licensed pest control experts who specialize in pest biological research and are certified to give effective recommendations and solutions for your home.

We offer a wide range of treatments that are created to have a minimal environmental impact, while having effective results in controlling termite populations. Our results are amazing because we know and understand the pests that are predominantly present in your area or your community.

We specialise in developing efficient and affordable pest control strategies, such as inspections for pests and live trapping. Our pest control solutions are developed in a way that puts the health and well being of your family as our top priority.

Why Use Us?

Our experts will present you with techniques for identifying pests or insects and tips for monitoring to deal with pests and bugs at home and in the workplace. We are equipped and professionally trained to recognize the pest problem and recommend appropriate course of action.

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Commercial & Residential Services

Most Werrington Downs residential properties will require annual pest control services however commercial properties due to health and safety requirements, need far more frequent visits.

We at Local Pest Control Penrith, after an initial examination as well as treatment we will arrange an annual schedule for our clients , which will eliminate worries about unwelcome visitors. This service can be a great fit for many offices, hotels and food establishments that serve commercial properties as well as homeowners. Another benefit we provide is to visit your premises in a nonbranded vehicle to carry out any pest control services if additional discretion is needed.

Our technicians are as comprehensively trained and experienced as they are we have the tools to tackle every one of the many kinds of pest control problems you might encounter in the Werrington Downs area.

We’ll provide you with an efficient, courteous and cost-effective service to keep any species or subspecies of pest (who will all require different and specific treatment) from coming back to your property.