NDR: There's a bird infestation in my house.

lanyac

I called the pest control people out to come remove them... apparently it's a protected species here in NC. They can't remove it until they leave the nest (4-6 weeks!) and they've done so much damage in my house that they're going to have to cut the drywall out of the ceiling and repair the ducts.

Since we just bought the house this fall, and my neighbors had mentioned the bird problem before (I had no idea what they were talking about) I called my real estate agent and she said that the infestation should have been disclosed, and to contact a lawyer. *pulls hair out*  

Dana JR

What species of bird is this? And where is the nest located that it's causing this damage? Is it just eggs or have they already hatched? Who exactly told you nothing could be done? A private company or state wildlife agency? I am a wildlife biologist so maybe I can help.  

lanyac

I have no idea what the species is, I've never seen the birds. I can only hear them in the walls! Lol. I had pest control come out. The birds have already hatched, from what I can hear. I see the mom bird bringing food in occasionally. Apparently they got into one of my exhaust pipes for the bathroom, and have caused some sort of structural damage to the ducts. Should I call animal control? 

Dana JR

Most city or county animal control will only deal with domestic animals. I don't see how they could have determined it was a protected species if they never even saw it? Not all species are protected. Might want to try a different company. If the damage is already done I guess you may as well let them finish up but If the damage is getting worse by the day, I'd find a way to get them out. Move the nest to someplace nearby.