Having a bird nest in your chimney can be quite the problem. They limit air flow, can cause a fire hazard, and may carry disease. Fortunately, the animal removal pros at American Bio-Tech in Sherman, CT, have put together a handy guide for how to deal with a bird stuck in your chimney.

What To Do If A Bird Is In Your Chimney

Wait For The Brood To Hatch

If a bird has nested and laid eggs in your chimney, it is illegal for you to remove the nest until the brood has hatched and left. So, you’ll need to periodically check the nest to see if the chicks have left before calling in the Animal Removal experts.

Remove The Nest

Once the chicks are gone, you can remove the nest, either yourself if it’s easy to reach, or by hiring a chimney sweep if the nests are inside the chimney itself. But, removing nests from within the chimney can be quite difficult and may require a flue or chimney replacement.

Prevent It From Happening Again

Once you’ve removed the nest, you need to prevent birds from getting into your chimney again. Chimneys are very inviting places for nesting birds because they provide shelter from predators and the elements, and they offer warmth in the cooler months before you start building fires. You need to install a heavy duty, stainless steel chimney cap with a grate that can sufficiently keep birds out. Once installed, you shouldn’t have to worry about removing a bird from your chimney again.

Do you have more questions about how to handle a bird in your chimney? Give American Bio-Tech in Sherman, CT, a call at (860) 355-1231 and they’ll be happy to help. Or, visit their website to find out more about their full range of animal removal services.