Spring is here, the days are longer, the trees are budding, and birds are busy building nests to raise their young. While the sound of chirping outside may be charming, the sound of birds inside your vents, soffits, or attic is another story.

Every year, as temperatures warm up, we see a spike in bird activity inside residential and commercial properties across areas like Brantford, Kitchener, Cambridge, London, Hamilton, and Guelph. Birds aren’t just returning to the trees they’re eyeing cozy, manmade spaces to start their families. Unfortunately, your home might be on that list.

Why Are Birds Nesting in Buildings?

Simply put, birds are looking for warmth, safety, and shelter. Vents, chimneys, soffits, and attic spaces check all the boxes. To a nesting bird, a bathroom exhaust vent feels like the perfect place to raise young but to a homeowner, it can quickly become a problem.

The Hidden Risks of Bird Nests in Your Home
Letting birds nest inside your home isn’t just inconvenient it can lead to serious issues:

Vent blockages: Nests made of twigs and feathers can clog exhaust systems, posing a fire hazard.

Property damage: Nesting materials, droppings, and scratching can degrade insulation, drywall, and ductwork.

Health risks: Bird droppings may carry diseases like histoplasmosis or parasites like mites, which can affect your family and pets.

Noise and disruption: Scratching and chirping can interrupt sleep and daily life.

Don’t Remove the Nest Yourself Here’s Why
In Canada, many birds and their nests are protected under the Migratory Birds Convention Act. Removing a nest with eggs or chicks is illegal, and trying to do so without proper training can harm both the birds and your home.

That’s why calling a licensed professional is not just the safest choice it’s the right one.

The Humane Way to Handle Bird Problems
At Ontario Wildlife Removal, we specialize in safe, legal, and humane bird control. That means:

• Thorough inspections to identify the species and whether young are present.
• Timed removals to ensure chicks leave safely and on their own when required.
• Professional exclusion techniques, like vent screening and sealing, to prevent future nesting.
• Peace of mind that your property and the birds are being treated with care.

We’ve helped hundreds of homeowners and businesses throughout Southern Ontario protect their properties and we’re ready to help you too.

Wondering What That Noise Is? Let’s Take a Look
If you’ve started hearing fluttering, scratching, or chirping in your walls or roofline this spring, don’t ignore it and definitely don’t try to handle it yourself.

Visit Ontario Wildlife Removal’s bird control page to learn more about the safe, effective solutions available, or give us a call to speak with someone directly. We’re here to help and we’ll make sure both your home and the birds are looked after properly.