Expert Chimney Sweep Services: Bird’s Nest Removal and Prevention
At ProSweep, we provide expert advice and professional services for bird’s nest removal, detection, and prevention in chimneys. Birds often return to nest in the same place each year, so if you’ve had a bird’s nest in your chimney before, it’s essential to take preventative measures.
Why Birds Nest in Chimneys
Birds are naturally attracted to the sheltered environment of a chimney. This can lead to noisy early morning disturbances and the potential risk of blockages. To prevent birds from returning, it is advisable to install a bird guard when the nest is empty. This simple measure can save you a lot of hassle in the future.
Preventative Measures
Gutter Maintenance: Clean your gutters regularly. Dirty gutters attract bugs, which in turn attract birds like jackdaws. By installing a mesh along the length of your plastic or aluminium guttering, you can prevent birds from nesting and reduce the likelihood of a chimney blockage.
Legal Protection for Birds
The Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981 protects all wild birds, their nests, and eggs in the UK. Under this act, it is illegal to:
– Intentionally kill, injure, or take any wild bird.
– Damage or destroy the nest of any wild bird while it is in use or being built.
– Take or destroy the egg of any wild bird.
– Use traps or similar devices to kill or capture wild birds.
Violating these laws can result in a fine of up to £5,000 and/or six months’ imprisonment.
Active Nest Restrictions
Please note that bird’s nests cannot be removed while they are active in the spring and summer. Removing an active nest is not only against the law but also harmful to the birds. It is crucial to schedule nest removal and prevention measures during the non-nesting seasons to ensure compliance with the law and the safety of the birds.
Stay Vigilant
Finding a bird’s nest blocking your chimney can be both a worry and a safety hazard. Vigilance is the best defence. Keep an eye out for birds showing interest in nesting in your chimney. Should you encounter a problem, ProSweep offers an efficient and affordable bird’s nest removal service.
ProSweep: Your Local Chimney Sweep Experts
ProSweep has been serving the South Devon & Teignbridge area for over 14 years. Our comprehensive chimney sweeping services include bird’s nest removal and advice on installing bird guards or chimney cowls. Based in Bovey Tracey, we proudly serve:
– Bishopsteignton
– Bovey Tracey
— Chagford
– Chudleigh
– Dartmoor
– Dawlish
– Kingskerswell
– Kingsteignton
– Liverton
– Lustleigh
– Manaton
– Marldon
– Moretonhampstead
– Newton Abbot
– Paignton
– Teignmouth
– Torquay
Book Your Chimney Sweep Today with The Professional Chimney Sweep.