It can be quite alarming when a bird gets inside your home. They usually enter when searching for warmth, and an open window or unsealed chimney can look like an escape from cold outdoor temperatures. Your first instinct shouldn’t be to harm the animal, and you don’t always have to involve an animal removal service. Below is advice about how to remove a lost bird without injury. 

3 Tips to Get a Bird Out of Your Home

1. Turn off the Lights

Birds are attracted to light, so you should first turn off all indoor light sources in the room. Select a door or window to open for the animal to exit, then be patient and try leaving the room so that the frightened animal can find its way out. If it’s nighttime, you may have to wait until morning for this method to work. 

2. Use a Towel or Sheet

If you’re dealing with a stubborn bird that needs coaxing, try ushering it out with a sheet or towel. Stretch the sheet as wide as you can or have a friend help cover more ground. Head for the animal slowly so you don’t frighten it and move towards the exit. Close the door or window immediately after the bird leaves.

3. Don’t Panic

Unless you’re dealing with a large hawk or owl, a bird isn’t likely to attack you. Don’t look at the situation as an emergency: remember the bird has lost its way and would like to leave. Breathe deeply before interacting, and don’t yell or chase the bird and cause further stress. If you require professional assistance, contact an animal removal service.

Have a problem with a stubborn critter that won’t leave your home? Call the animal removal service experts at A.S.A.P. Critter People in Cleves, OH. Proudly serving the greater Cincinnati area for over 10 years, they deal with a wide range of wildlife, including raccoon control and snake removal. Visit their website for a look at their coverage area or call them at (513) 941-0258.