The Best Bird Control in Sydney

Bird Control & Removal Sydney Wide

Birds belong in the sky, not in your loading dock, roof void or shop awning. Some species, especially feral pigeons and Indian mynas, foul surfaces, block gutters, attract insects and can damage your brand fast. When droppings build up and dry out, disturbing them can release dust linked to psittacosis and other illnesses, one reason we manage bird work with PPE, wet-clean methods and proper waste containment.

Important: in NSW, native birds are protected. Active nest removal or direct control may require a wildlife licence; where licensing is needed, we handle the process and work within the law. Our goal is simple: solve the problem humanely, lawfully and with minimal disruption.

Call 1300 855 548 Australian-owned, 35+ years in Sydney. Same-day assessments are available in many suburbs, including Sydney, Eastern Suburbs, Inner West, North Shore, Northern Beaches, Hills District, Western Sydney, South-West and the Sutherland Shire.

Are you dealing with a bird problem?

A couple of visitors on the fence isn’t an infestation. But if droppings are accumulating, the smell lingers, nests keep appearing in eaves or vents, and the same flock roosts on ledges every evening, your site is being claimed. Expect more insects (flies, cockroaches, even mites) and stained surfaces. Left alone, gutters clog, signage corrodes, and customers start to notice.

We start by identifying which birds are involved. Introduced pest species (e.g., feral pigeons, Indian mynas, starlings) are managed differently from protected natives (e.g., noisy miners, magpies). Getting the ID right avoids illegal or ineffective action and steers the whole plan.

Bird control services we install in Sydney

At Bug Free Pest Control, the goal is simple: stop the mess, protect the building, and keep birds from coming back. We combine hygienic clean up, the right hardware for the site, and practical housekeeping changes that remove food and shelter. Everything is installed by licensed technicians who have worked across Sydney for more than 35 years.

Bird netting installation

Netting is the cleanest way to block birds from entire areas such as warehouse beams, service lanes, awnings, canopies, courtyards and roof plant rooms. We tension a perimeter cable, attach a professional-grade, UV-stabilised net that is sized to the target species, then seal all edges so there are no gaps. Netting is chosen to be as discreet as possible, usually black for low visibility, and is tensioned to sit neat and straight so it blends into the structure.

Where netting works best: large spans, complex steelwork, loading docks, under-bridge ledges, building voids, and signs with deep returns.
Outcome: birds cannot access the space, droppings stop, cleaning time drops sharply, and corrosion slows down.

Bird spikes and tensioned wires

Spikes and wires stop perching on narrow ledges, parapets, signs, gutters and security cameras. We use stainless steel hardware with UV-rated bases that will not yellow or crack. Placement matters. We space rows to remove comfortable footing, we prepare the surface properly, and we keep drainage clear. On heritage or high-profile facades, we often use low-profile tensioned wire, so the solution is almost invisible from street level.

Where spikes and wires work best: narrow ledges and sign tops where birds land briefly before roosting.
Outcome: perching stops at the exact problem line, signs and ledges stay clean, and branding remains legible.

Solar panel bird proofing

Pigeons love the shelter under solar arrays. We fit a ventilated stainless steel mesh skirt around the panels using non-penetrating clips that attach to the panel frame. There is no drilling into panels or roof sheets. The skirt keeps birds, nesting material and leaves out while allowing airflow so the system runs at the right temperature. If there is heavy guano under the array, we clean the area first using wet methods and seal the waste before disposal.

Where solar proofing works best: residential and commercial arrays with recurring nesting and rooftops that are difficult to clean.
Outcome: no nesting under panels, less noise at dawn, less debris washing into gutters, and easier maintenance.

Hygienic clean up and sanitation

Droppings corrode metal, stain masonry and can create health risks when dry dust is disturbed. We use wet-clean methods, appropriate disinfectant, respirators and containment. Waste is bagged and sealed before disposal. This is safer for your staff and reduces the chance of odours returning.

How Bug Free fixes bird issues (our 4-stage method)

1) Inspect & identify

We survey roosts, food and water sources, entry points and daily flight paths. We confirm the species and check the legal settings for your site. You’ll get clear advice on what can be done now, what needs authority, and the safest sequence to handle hygiene.

2) Clean safely

Droppings are removed under PPE using wet-clean techniques to control dust, then sealed and disposed of appropriately. This is where most DIY goes wrong; dry-sweeping contaminated areas is a genuine health risk.

3) Exclude & proof

We design long-life deterrence around the structure, professional netting sized and tensioned correctly, spikes or tensioned wire on ledges, sealing of fascia gaps, screening of voids, installed to NSW DPI humane practice, so you’re solving the problem without creating another.

4) Targeted control (where lawful)

For introduced pest species only, we can implement humane, targeted measures (e.g., approved trapping programs) alongside waste and food-source management. The choice of method is practical and species-specific, and always aligned with welfare principles. You’ll receive a short report with photos (before/after), the hardware installed, hygiene steps taken and any maintenance you or your cleaners should follow.

Health & safety

People usually get psittacosis by inhaling dust from contaminated droppings or feathers, especially when large, dry accumulations are disturbed. Our teams use wet methods, respirators and containment to keep the air clear, then bag and seal waste for disposal. If you’ve got heavy build-up, don’t dry-sweep it; call us first.

Humane and compliant by design

Best-practice bird work is humane, target-specific and effective. We align with the NSW DPI Code of Practice and SOPs for pest birds and follow RSPCA guidance on method choice. Where licences are required for protected species, we advise and act within the rules. This isn’t just ethical—it’s how you avoid rework and liability.

Common Birds We Remove

To identify what bird you are dealing with, here are the common birds that we deal with at Bug Free Pest Control. Most native birds are protected in NSW. Any action beyond deterrence/exclusion (e.g., interfering with active nests) may require a wildlife licence and must follow the NSW DPI Code of Practice & SOPs for pest birds.

Feral Pigeon (Columba livia) — introduced

Common around roofs, loading docks and signs; droppings damage surfaces and create slip/health hazards. Handling focuses on hygienic clean-up, proofing/exclusion (correctly sized/tensioned netting, ledge spikes/wires, sealing entry points), and site hygiene (food waste control). Where necessary and lawful, targeted control programs are carried out by licensed operators under the NSW DPI Code/SOPs.

Common (Indian) Myna (Acridotheres tristis) — introduced

Aggressive, hollow-nesting species that displaces natives and fouls awnings. Best practice is correct ID (not to confuse with the native noisy miner), exclusion/proofing of hollows and roof gaps, waste management and, where appropriate, approved, humane trapping programs run to government guidance.

Common Starling (Sturnus vulgaris) — introduced

Flocks roost in structures and signage; also an ag pest. Management blends roost disruption, proofing/netting, and habitat/food-source control; targeted programs are implemented by trained personnel using humane, Code-aligned methods. Community reporting tools (e.g., StarlingScan) sometimes support regional work.

House Sparrow (Passer domesticus) — introduced

Occasional issues around warehouses and retail canopies. Approach is exclusion (close small gaps/voids, fine mesh where needed), sanitation, and education (no feeding). Any lethal control is operator-only and must follow humane SOPs; many sites resolve with proofing and hygiene alone.

Australian White Ibis (Threskiornis molucca) — native (protected)

Urban colonies form around food sources and palm roosts. Handling is non-lethal: food-source control (bin design, waste policy), roost/habitat modification via council-approved plans, public education, and, if needed, licensed actions under council/NPWS management plans. Direct nest/egg intervention requires authority.

Silver Gull (Chroicocephalus novaehollandiae) — native (protected)

Conflicts peak near dining areas, tips and marinas. The evidence-based fix is food-access control (clean-down routines, covered bins), exclusion (netting over spans, wires above ledges), and site design tweaks. Any further actions must follow licensing and humane practice.

Sulphur-crested Cockatoo (Cacatua galerita) — native (protected)

Can chew timber, wiring and decks. Management is proofing (protect vulnerable edges/cables), behavioural measures (remove attractants/hand-feeding), and timed maintenance; where damage is severe, seek licensing advice before any direct action.

Little Corella (Cacatua sanguinea) — native (protected)

Large flocks can damage turf, trees and structures. Focus on habitat and food-source management, exclusion of key roosts, and timing works outside peak roost periods; any active control for welfare/safety requires the appropriate licence and adherence to humane SOPs.

Australian Magpie (Gymnorhina tibicen) — native (protected)

Swooping occurs during breeding. Handling is non-lethal: temporary exclusion and route changes, signage, PPE for workers, and timing outdoor tasks. Nest interference may need a licence; many issues resolve with seasonal management and public advice.

Masked Lapwing / Plover (Vanellus miles) — native (protected)

Defensive swooping near ground nests (parks, schools, worksites). Management uses temporary barriers/exclusion, traffic rerouting and timing works; active nest management requires authorisation.

Rainbow Lorikeet (Trichoglossus moluccanus) — native (protected)

Noisy communal roosts and droppings under trees/awnings. Handling is roost-disruption with non-harmful deterrents, pruning schedules outside breeding periods, and proofing of entry points. Any direct nest action is subject to licensing.

Australian Raven / Torresian Crow (Corvus coronoides / C. orru) — native (protected)

Scavenging around waste centres and rooftops. Control relies on waste discipline, proofing of ledges/access, and staff practices (no feeding); any direct action requires licensing and humane compliance.

Service area, pricing and booking

We cover all of Sydney CBD, Inner West, North Shore, Northern Beaches, Hills, Western Sydney, South-West and the Shire. Pricing is scoped to your site after assessment (inspection only, clean-up, proofing, or full program). You’ll receive a clear, itemised quote before work begins.

Call 1300 855 548 to book an assessment or request a quote.

FAQs

Are Indian mynas protected?

No, they’re an introduced pest. They’re often confused with the noisy miner, which is native and protected. We’ll confirm species before any action so the plan is both lawful and effective.

Can you remove active nests from my building?

It depends on the species and the law. Many native birds are protected, and active nest removal may require a licence. We’ll advise the legal path and the best humane option for your site.

Will proofing ruin the look of the building?

Good hardware blends in. Netting is sized and tensioned to fit spans cleanly; wires and spikes are selected for profile and load. We’ll show you product options before installation.