🟢 Introduction
Birds may seem harmless at first glance, but when they choose your building as their nesting ground, they bring along more than just chirping. From health hazards to structural damage, birds , especially pigeons, mynas, and sparrows , can become a serious issue for commercial buildings, schools, apartments, and office blocks.
If you’re a property or building manager, this guide is for you. Learn why birds choose your roof, what risks they pose, and the best methods to keep your premises bird-free.
❓ Why Are Birds Nesting on Your Building?
Birds love:
Open ledges and overhangs
Ceiling voids and rooftops with open access
HVAC units and gutters
Abandoned signage and scaffolding
In Penang, buildings in urban areas like Bukit Mertajam, Perai, and Seberang Jaya are frequent targets due to dense construction and food sources nearby.
🛑 The Real Problems Bird Nests Cause
- Structural Damage
Bird droppings are acidic and can corrode metal, damage paint, and deteriorate concrete over time. - Blocked Drainage & Roof Leaks
Nests often clog roof gutters, leading to water pooling, leaks, and costly repairs. - Fire Hazards
Nests near electrical systems or signage lighting can be a major fire risk. - Health Risks
Bird droppings carry over 60 diseases, including histoplasmosis, salmonella, and cryptococcosis. Not great for schools, clinics, or condos. - Bad Reputation
Droppings at entrances, balconies, or windows leave a bad impression for tenants and visitors.
✅ Legal Considerations in Malaysia
Although birds aren’t classified as protected wildlife in the same way as bats, bird control should still be humane and professional. Random trapping or poisoning can violate health and safety regulations.
🧠 How to Deal With a Bird Infestation, The Smart Way
Step 1, Inspection
We inspect nesting points, roosting zones, and damage levels, including drone or rope-access assessments for high-rise buildings.
Step 2, Select the Best Solution
Solution Best For
🧱 Bird Netting Rooftops, balconies, ceiling voids
🔩 Bird Spikes Ledges, signage, beams
🧠 Bird Repellent Gel Narrow ledges, window sills
🔊 Ultrasonic Deterrents Open roof areas or indoor ceilings
🚫 Exclusion Panels Vents, A/C units, signage covers
All solutions are discreet and minimally invasive to your building’s appearance.
🧗 Special Note for High-Rise Buildings
Our Rope Access Certified Team can:
Install bird netting at elevated spots
Clean and disinfect droppings from facades
Work without scaffolding, saving time and money
We’ve serviced:
🏢 Sunway Hospital
🏫 Multiple school rooftops
🏙️ Condominium rooftops in Penang and Kedah
🧼 Post-Treatment Disinfection
Once birds are gone, we deep clean droppings, sanitize affected areas, and neutralize the smell using eco-safe disinfectants. This is crucial before repainting or repairing affected zones.
📞 Don’t Wait Until It Gets Worse
The longer birds stay, the harder it gets to remove them. Droppings harden. Nests expand. More birds come.
Let us help you reclaim your rooftop, safely and professionally.
📲 WhatsApp MS Mutiara Solution
📞 04-398 7617 / 013-353 6229
📍 Serving Penang, Bukit Mertajam, and surrounding regions