Some view the colonisation of their properties by birds as a positive thing others see it as a nuisance and seek to prevent the birds living and or nesting in the roof space.
Sparrows nesting in roof space.
Eaves are the edges of the roof which overhang the face of a wall.
The type of birds that create a nest in your roof will be dependent on where you live.
While birds love to nest in trees sometimes they also like to make nests in roofs especially tile ones.
To keep out the birds you need eave closures or what we call bird stop.
House sparrows and starlings are the most likely candidates.
They do need our help so if at all possible please allow them to access to nest in your roof but if the roof must be sealed off place nest boxes under the eaves for starlings sparrows swifts swallows and house martins.
Wherever there is space to squeeze in and make the most of the shelter sparrows can make themselves at home.
The chimney or underneath the roof tiles in the eaves.
While this is not necessarily a problem in itself sparrows nesting in your roof could result in the following.
And as a result we are limited in what we can do to help homeowners who have birds nesting in their roof.
There are easily installed economical solutions to both.
The small overhangs on a property can lead to birds nesting in the soffits eaves and rafters.
It will protect the birds from outdoor elements and they will surely be attracted here once you start bird proofing your home during the breeding season.
Roofs are vital sanctuaries for them all because of the loss of natural nest sites.
Broadly birds enter the roof in one of two areas.
Prepare aluminum strips or pieces.
Whether it s their incessant chirping or their droppings that make you cringe you can discourage birds from nesting under your tile roof by following these few tips.
But feral pigeons swifts swallows jackdaws and barn owls are also known to nest in roofs.
Soffits can be a magnet for birds as they provide a warm secluded nesting spot.
However this behaviour can lead to long term problems.
All bird nests are protected by law.
Each bird type can be quite messy as they leave droppings behind on the exterior of your home.
For the most part pigeons sparrows and starlings are the most common bird found in neighborhoods and city dwellings that will make a home in your home.
One of the best finds is the coveside nesting perch with a wide opening and a sloping roof somewhat mimicking the structure of your eaves.