Bird proofing for homes

Homeowners, landlords, letting agents, housing groups and owners of small shops and offices.

Fixed quote per job, based on materials, access needs and time. Extra income from clean-ups and return visits.

• Practical, hands-on work
• Comfortable working at height
• Clear quoting and customer service

• Wild birds and their nests are legally protected, check what you can and cannot do with your local nature body or the Wildlife and Countryside Act guidance
• Public liability insurance that covers work at height
• Safe working at height, check training and equipment rules, including for scaffolding or access platforms
• Pest control and bird control can have different requirements, check any licences or approvals for the products you use
• Disposal of droppings and waste, check whether you need waste carrier registration

Startup costs are typically around £1,000 to £5,000, depending on your access equipment, materials, vehicle and insurance. These are estimates, so price up your own kit list before you start.

Monthly revenue is typically around £800 to £4,000, depending on how many jobs you complete and the size of each installation. The estimate starts from about 10 hours a week, and this is revenue before costs.

Wild birds and their nests are legally protected, so check what you can and cannot do with your local nature body or Wildlife and Countryside Act guidance. Also check public liability cover for work at height, and whether you need waste carrier registration.