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Pest control · Birds

Bird Control in Alberta

Birds nesting or roosting on your building can cause mess, damage and health concerns. Technica Pest Solutions inspects, excludes and cleans up for homes and businesses in Edmonton, Calgary and across Alberta.

Inspection and exclusion
Homes and commercial buildings
Dropping cleanup available
Birds pest control, Technica Pest Solutions
Know the signs

Signs of a Bird Problem

A few birds passing through is normal. Ongoing nesting or roosting on a building is different. Here is what to look for.

Droppings on ledges and walkways

Piles of droppings under roof edges, signs, beams or window ledges point to a regular roosting spot.

Nests in vents and soffits

Nesting material in dryer vents, bathroom vents, soffits or eavestroughs can block airflow and drainage.

Constant chirping or flapping

Repeated sounds from the attic, chimney or behind a vent cover often mean birds are nesting inside.

Birds gathering on the roof

Large groups landing on the same rooftop, sign or parapet each day are using your building as a roost.

Feathers and debris around entries

Feathers, twigs and stains near doorways, loading docks or canopies show where birds come and go.
How we treat it

How We Handle Bird Problems

Our approach starts with an inspection and follows Alberta wildlife and migratory bird rules. We focus on keeping birds off your building, sealing the spots they use and cleaning up what they leave behind.

Inspection and Assessment

A technician looks at where birds land, nest and enter. We identify the species, check vents, soffits, ledges and rooftop equipment, and note any droppings or nesting material. You get a clear plan before any work starts.

Best for: Any property with birds roosting, nesting or gathering on the structure

Humane Exclusion and Deterrents

Where permitted, we install exclusion products such as vent covers, netting or ledge deterrents to keep birds from landing or nesting. Active nests are handled within Alberta wildlife and migratory bird rules, which may mean waiting until the nest is empty.

Best for: Vents, soffits, ledges, signs and rooftop units used by birds

Dropping Cleanup and Sanitizing

Bird droppings and nesting material can carry bacteria and fungi. We remove the mess, sanitize affected surfaces and seal entry points following Alberta Health standards, so the area is clean and less inviting to returning birds.

Best for: Attics, ledges, balconies, loading docks and rooftop areas with heavy droppings

What to expect

What to Expect From Start to Finish

Call or email us

Tell us what you are seeing and where. We ask a few questions about the building and the birds, then set up an inspection.

On-site inspection

A licensed technician arrives in an unmarked vehicle, inspects the roof, vents, ledges and interior spaces, and identifies the birds involved.

A plan that follows the rules

We explain what can be done now and what may need to wait, based on Alberta wildlife and migratory bird rules, then outline the exclusion and cleanup work.

Exclusion and cleanup

We install deterrents and seal the openings birds are using, then remove droppings and nesting material and sanitize the area.

Follow-up visit

We return to confirm the birds have moved on, check that exclusion products are holding and share prevention tips for the seasons ahead.
Why it matters

Why Bird Problems Should Not Wait

Bird droppings are acidic and can stain and wear down roofing, paint and metal. Nests in vents can block airflow and create a fire risk in dryer ducts. Droppings and nesting material may carry bacteria, fungi and mites. The longer birds use a building, the more they treat it as home and the harder they are to move.

How to Keep Birds Off Your Building

Cover vents and openings

Fit screens or covers on dryer, bathroom and kitchen vents, and repair gaps in soffits and fascia.

Remove food and water sources

Keep garbage lids closed, clean up spilled food outdoors and fix standing water on flat roofs or in gutters.

Trim trees near the building

Cut back branches that hang over the roof or touch the walls, which birds use as a path to ledges and vents.

Act early in spring

Watch for birds scouting ledges and vents before nesting season and book an inspection before a nest is built.
Common questions

Frequently asked questions

Can you remove a bird nest that already has eggs or chicks in it?

It depends on the species and the situation. Many birds and their nests have legal protection while active. We inspect first, explain what is allowed under Alberta wildlife and migratory bird rules, and time the exclusion work so it stays within those rules.

Which birds cause problems on buildings in Alberta?

Pigeons, house sparrows and starlings are typical building pests. They nest in vents, soffits, signs and rooftop equipment. Other species may need a different approach, so identifying the bird is the first step of every inspection.

Will the birds just come back after you leave?

Birds return to spots that worked for them before. That is why we focus on exclusion and cleanup, not just scaring them off. Sealing openings, covering vents and removing nesting material take away the reasons to return. A follow-up visit checks that everything is holding.

Are bird droppings dangerous to clean up myself?

Dried droppings can release dust that carries bacteria and fungi, so large buildups should be left to a trained crew with the right protective gear. We remove the material, sanitize the area and dispose of waste following Alberta Health standards. Small spots can be wiped with gloves and a mask.

Birds Taking Over Your Roof or Vents?

Call (587) 840-8133 or email info@technicapestsolutions.ca to book an inspection. Our Edmonton and Calgary teams arrive in unmarked vehicles. Your privacy over our branding.

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