Birds at your Melbourne home? Book a quote

Bird Control Melbourne

Pigeons under the solar panels in the suburbs, droppings across a Southbank balcony, mynas nesting in the roof. Birds come back to the same spot every day until it is blocked. A local technician can quote quickly, clear the nests and proof the area so they move on.

Homes, apartments, shops and warehouses across Melbourne, using mesh, spikes, netting and roof sealing.

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Proofing that keeps birds out

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Tell us the bird, where they sit or nest, and how high it is.

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60 min*

onsite for urgent jobs

Aug–Nov

Melbourne's busiest nesting months

288

Melbourne suburbs covered

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Birds Nesting at Your Place? Here Is What to Do

In Melbourne, pigeons are the main problem on balconies and solar panels, and mynas and starlings nest in roof spaces. Acting early keeps the clean-up small.

Do not climb onto the roof or panels yourself

Roofs, solar panels and balconies are a fall risk, and droppings are slippery. Leave the high work to us.

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Stop the food source
Clear spilt pet food and bird seed, and keep bins closed.
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Note where they land
Watch where the birds sit, roost and fly in. It tells us what to proof.
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Keep droppings dry
Do not hose dry droppings into the air. Leave clean-up of heavy build-up to us.
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Take photos
Photos of the panels, balcony or roof gaps help us price the job.
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Call 07 3544 9883
Tell us the bird, the spot and the height, and we will arrange a quote.

Bird Control Services We Offer

Each job is matched to the bird, the building and where they land. The aim is simple: birds move on and do not come back to that spot.

Solar Panel Bird ProofingMesh around panels so pigeons cannot nest under them Bird SpikesLedges, beams and sills birds like to sit on Bird NettingClosing off balconies, courtyards and loading bays Balcony ProofingApartment balconies kept clear of pigeons Roof & Eave SealingGaps under tiles and eaves where mynas nest Nest RemovalOld nests cleared from roofs, gutters and panels Droppings Clean-UpBuild-up removed and the area cleaned Shop Fronts & SignsAwnings, signs and shop fronts kept clean Commercial Bird ControlWarehouses, factories and car parks

Sound Familiar? Why People Call About Birds

Bird problems start small and grow every week the birds stay. These are the calls we hear most.

"Pigeons are nesting under our solar panels"

The gap under panels is sheltered and warm. Nests and droppings build up and can block drainage on the roof.

"There is cooing and scratching at dawn"

Pigeons and mynas roosting under panels or in the roof are noisy early in the morning.

"Our balcony is covered in droppings"

Pigeons sit on balcony rails and air conditioners. The droppings are messy and slippery.

"Birds are getting into the roof"

Mynas and starlings nest in roof spaces through gaps under tiles and eaves.

"Customers are walking under droppings"

Shop awnings, signs and entrances need to stay clean for customers and staff.

"The gutters keep overflowing"

Nesting material in gutters and downpipes blocks the water and causes overflows in storms.

Which Bird Is It and What Does It Mean?

Different birds need different proofing. Here are the ones we deal with most.

Which Bird Is It and What Does It Mean?
Bird	Where it causes trouble	What usually works
Feral pigeons	Solar panels, balconies, ledges, roofs	Panel mesh, spikes and netting
Indian (common) mynas	Roof gaps, eaves, signs	Sealing gaps and removing nests
Common starlings	Roof spaces, wall vents	Sealing gaps and vent covers
House sparrows	Awnings, warehouses, eaves	Netting and gap sealing
Native birds	Gardens and trees	Left alone; we can advise on protecting the house
Swallows	Under eaves and verandas	Advice on timing and deterrents after nesting

Native birds are protected, so we never harm them. Our work blocks access so pest birds such as pigeons and mynas move on. A smell in the roof could be a dead bird or animal: see dead animal removal.

Why Melbourne Has So Many Bird Problems

Melbourne's apartments, solar panels and older roofs give pest birds plenty of places to nest.

Apartment balconies

Southbank, Docklands, the CBD and the inner suburbs have thousands of balconies with rails, air conditioners and ledges that pigeons love.

Solar across the suburbs

Rooftop solar has spread across Melbourne's suburbs, and the gap underneath is a sheltered nesting spot for pigeons.

Older roofs

Terracotta tile roofs and old eaves in period homes have gaps where mynas and starlings get into the roof space.

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Calls rise from August as birds start nesting, peaking in spring.

Why Bird Problems Should Not Be Left

Birds rarely leave a good nesting spot on their own. The longer they stay, the bigger the clean-up.

Droppings and hygiene

Bird droppings and nests can carry bacteria, fungi and mites. Heavy build-up should be cleaned with the right gear.

Damage to the building

Droppings stain paint and render, and nests block gutters and downpipes, causing overflows.

Mites in the house

When birds leave a nest in the roof, bird mites can come down into the rooms below.

Falls from DIY

Climbing onto roofs, panels and balcony rails is dangerous. Leave the high work to a team with the gear.

How a Freshify Bird Control Job Works

We work out where the birds land, roost and nest, then block those spots so they move on.

Areas we check

Solar panels, roof tiles and iron, eaves, gutters, balcony rails, air conditioners, ledges, signs, awnings and vents.

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Quote and inspection
We look at the birds, where they land and how to reach it, then give you a price.
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Nest and droppings removal
Old nests and build-up are removed and the area cleaned.
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Proofing
Mesh, spikes, netting or gap sealing is fitted to suit the spot.
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Check
We check the finished work with you and show you what was done.
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Advice
We explain what else attracts birds, such as food and water, so they have less reason to stay.

How Much Does Bird Control Cost?

The cost depends on these things:

The area. Number of solar panels, metres of ledge or size of the balcony.

Height and access. Double storey roofs and high ledges take more gear and time.

The method. Mesh, spikes, netting or gap sealing.

Clean-up. How many nests and how much droppings need removing.

You get the price before any work starts, with no hidden costs. Call 07 3544 9883 or send us the details online for a faster estimate.

Why People Book Freshify for Bird Control

Bird proofing only works if every landing spot is covered. We check the whole area before we quote.

Local technicians

Teams across all three cities, so quotes and installs are booked quickly.

Height work done right

Roof and panel work with the right gear and harnesses.

Humane methods

We block birds out. Native birds are never harmed.

Upfront pricing

The price is agreed before we start.

Clean-up included

Nests and droppings removed as part of the job.

24/7 phones

Birds trapped in the roof? Call any time.

*Onsite in 60 minutes applies to urgent jobs and depends on technician availability and location.

What You Can Expect From Us

Bird proofing changes how your home or building looks. Here is how we handle it.

A named technician. You are told who is coming and when.

Neat, low-profile fittings. Mesh and spikes chosen to blend in as much as possible.

Before and after photos. You see the work, even on a roof you cannot reach.

Help afterwards. Birds finding a new spot? Call the same number.

Bird Control Near You in Melbourne

We fit bird proofing in every Melbourne suburb listed below, from the inner city to the outer east, north, west and the Mornington Peninsula.

Suburbs we cover in Melbourne

Abbotsford Aberfeldie Albanvale Albert Park Albion Alphington Altona Altona Meadows Altona North Ardeer Armadale Ascot Vale Ashburton Ashwood Aspendale Aspendale Gardens Auburn Avondale Heights Bacchus Marsh Balaclava Balnarring Balwyn Bayswater Beaconsfield Beaumaris Belgrave Belgrave Heights Bellfield Bentleigh Berwick Beveridge Bittern Black Rock Blackburn Blairgowrie Bonbeach Boronia Botanic Ridge Box Hill Braybrook Briar Hill Brighton Broadmeadows Brooklyn Brunswick Bulleen Bundoora Burnley Burnside Burwood Cairnlea Camberwell Campbellfield Canterbury Carlton Carnegie Caroline Springs Carrum Downs Caulfield Chadstone Chelsea Cheltenham Chirnside Park Clarinda Clayton Clifton Hill Clyde Coburg Coldstream Collingwood Coolaroo Craigieburn Cranbourne Cremorne Crib Point Croydon Dallas Dandenong Darley Deepdene Deer Park Delahey Derrimut Devon Meadows Diamond Creek Diggers Rest Dingley Village Docklands Doncaster Donnybrook Donvale Doreen Doveton Dromana Eaglemont Edithvale Elsternwick Eltham Elwood Emerald Endeavour Hills Epping Essendon Eumemmerring Eynesbury Fairfield Fawkner Ferntree Gully Fitzroy Flemington Footscray Forest Hill Frankston Gardenvale Gisborne Gladstone Park Glen Huntly Glen Iris Glen Waverley Glenroy Gowanbrae Greensborough Greenvale Hadfield Hallam Hastings Hawthorn Healesville Heatherton Heathmont Heidelberg Highett Hillside Hoppers Crossing Hughesdale Huntingdale Ivanhoe Jacana Kalkallo Karingal Kealba Keilor Kensington Keon Park Kew Keysborough Kilsyth Kings Park Kingsbury Kingsville Knoxfield Koo Wee Rup Kooyong Kurunjang Lalor Langwarrin Laverton Lilydale Lower Plenty Lynbrook Lyndhurst Macleod Maddingley Maidstone Malvern Maribyrnong McCrae McKinnon Meadow Heights Melton Mentone Mernda Mickleham Middle Park Mill Park Mitcham Monbulk Mont Albert Montmorency Montrose Moonee Ponds Moorabbin Mooroolbark Mordialloc Mornington Mount Dandenong Mount Eliza Mount Evelyn Mount Martha Mount Waverley Mulgrave Murrumbeena Narre Warren Newport Niddrie Noble Park Northcote Notting Hill Nunawading Oak Park Oakleigh Officer Ormond Pakenham Park Orchards Parkdale Parkville Pascoe Vale Patterson Lakes Pearcedale Plenty Plumpton Point Cook Port Melbourne Prahran Preston Princes Hill Ravenhall Reservoir Richmond Ringwood Ripponlea Rockbank Rosanna Rosebud Rowville Roxburgh Park Rye Safety Beach Sandhurst Sandringham Scoresby Seabrook Seaford Seaholme Seddon Skye Somerton Somerville Sorrento South Yarra Southbank Spotswood Springvale St Albans St Kilda Strathmore Strathmore Heights Sunbury Sunshine Surrey Hills Sydenham Syndal Tarneit Taylors Hill Taylors Lakes Tecoma Templestowe Templestowe Lower The Basin Thomastown Thornbury Toorak Tootgarook Truganina Tullamarine Tyabb Upwey Vermont Viewbank Wallan Wantirna Warrandyte Warranwood Watsonia Werribee Westmeadows Wheelers Hill Williams Landing Williamstown Windsor Wollert Wonga Park Wyndham Vale Yallambie Yarra Glen Yarrambat Yarraville

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Bird Control FAQs

Do you do solar panel bird proofing in Melbourne?

Yes. We remove nests and droppings from under the panels and fit mesh around the edges, on single and double storey homes across Melbourne.

Can you proof apartment balconies in Melbourne?

Yes. We fit netting and spikes to balconies across the CBD, Southbank, Docklands and the suburbs. Check with your owners corporation first.

How do you stop pigeons nesting under solar panels?

We remove the nests and droppings, then fit a mesh skirt around the edge of the panels. Birds cannot get underneath, and the mesh does not touch the panels or affect how they work.

Do bird spikes hurt birds?

No. Spikes are blunt and stop birds landing comfortably. They simply move on to somewhere else.

Will birds come back after proofing?

Not to the proofed area. They may try nearby spots, so we check the whole building and cover the likely landing places.

Can you remove birds from my roof?

Yes. We find the gaps they are using, make sure no birds or chicks are inside, then seal the entry points.

Do you remove native birds?

No. Native birds are protected. We focus on pest birds such as feral pigeons, Indian mynas and starlings, and can advise on keeping native birds off the house without harming them.

Do you clean up bird droppings?

Yes. Droppings and nests are removed as part of the job, using the right gear for the build-up.

Can you do bird proofing on apartment balconies?

Yes. Netting and spikes can be fitted to most balconies. In strata buildings, check with the owners corporation about what is allowed on the outside.

Do you do bird control for businesses?

Yes. We proof shop fronts, signs, awnings, warehouses, factories and car parks, and can work outside trading hours.