Home and shop bird proofing

Homeowners, HOAs, small shops, restaurants with patios, and property managers dealing with birds on roofs, ledges, signs and porches.

A quote per job based on materials, height and time. Some owners add repeat checks or a yearly maintenance visit.

• Comfortable on ladders and roofs
• Hands-on installation work
• Clear quoting and customer service

• Most wild birds are protected under federal law, so check with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and your state wildlife agency before touching nests or birds
• Check whether your state requires a pest control or wildlife license even for non-chemical work
• General liability insurance, and workers' compensation once you hire
• Safe work at height: use proper fall protection and don't take roof jobs you are not trained for
• Droppings can carry health risks, so use gloves, a respirator and proper cleanup methods

Estimates suggest startup costs are typically around $1,500 to $6,000, depending on your vehicle, ladders and safety gear, a starting stock of spikes, netting and screens, and insurance. Protective gear for cleanup is also worth budgeting for.

Estimated monthly revenue is typically around $1,500 to $7,000, depending on how many jobs you book, job size and your pricing. Treat these as estimates, not guaranteed earnings.

Most wild birds are protected under federal law, so check with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and your state wildlife agency before touching nests or birds. Also check whether your state requires a pest control or wildlife license, even for non-chemical work.