School Bird Netting Installation: Protecting Melbourne Schools from Pest Birds with Anti-Bird Netting

As pest birds continue to be a hazard for schools in and around Melbourne, many schools are turning to professional bird netting installers for help. Bird netting for schools can humanely reduce or even eliminate the damages and disturbances caused by pest birds.

In today's article we're going to discuss installing bird netting for schools. We'll discuss DIY vs. professional installation. We'll walk you through how to install bird netting in schools, and we'll talk about what you should expect and bird netting installation cost in Melbourne if you choose to hire a professional team like Melbourne Bird Solutions.

As a quick disclaimer, while DIY installation is doable, we do recommend you seek professional help for the safety of your students and your establishment, especially with the strict wildlife protection policies in VIC. 

Why Install Bird Netting for Schools in Melbourne?

Many common pest birds are a problem in schools, including pigeons, mynas, seagulls, and more. These birds love to roost in open air walkways and on rooftops in and amongst HVAC equipment, solar panels, and other expensive electronic units.

While birds themselves can be a hazard, the debris they accumulate and their droppings can be just as bad, if not worse.

Bird nests can cause blockages in vents and gutters, in some ventilation systems (especially the ventilation for your kitchen), they can also pose a severe fire risk. Not to mention they can often be ridden with other bugs and pests.

Bird droppings, while unsanitary and unsightly, are also highly corrosive. If left uncleaned they can cause severe damage to concrete, painted, and metal surfaces.

In buildings with rooftop HVAC units and other electrical equipment, your school could be just one curious bird away from a week with no AC or even an electrical fire.

In most school settings in Melbourne, pest birds cause more trouble than they are worth. By installing anti-bird netting in your school, you can help reduce the damage and distractions caused by pest birds, without harming them, spending money month after month on other control methods, or leaving your students and staff at risk.

What is School Bird Netting and How Does it Work?

School bird netting works by preventing birds access to roosting areas. If they don't have anywhere to make their home they quickly move on to the next available roosting site.

Most bird netting is either steel or a UV-stabilised polyethylene. These nets are designed to be safe and humane for birds. They are also discreet and installations are usually tailored to what you need.

Unlike other pest control methods that need to be used weekly or monthly, bird netting is nice because it is low maintenance meaning once it's installed and fully inspected it's usually good to use for years.

Maintenance is minimal. You should visually inspect your netting after big storms and should have someone professionally inspect netting at least once per year. You may also need to clean netting by removing trapped debris.

School Bird Netting Installation Guide: General Overview

Planning on installing anti-bird netting for your school? This school bird netting installation guide will help.

Whenever a new bird netting installation project is begun, be sure to start by assessing the site, looking for entry points and roosting zones.

Then you need to choose the right netting gauge (the mesh size), and the material. Choosing the right size and material helps ensure your net will last and continue to keep pest birds away for years to come.

Depending on the size and shape of the area to be netted, you'll need to plan anchor points and a tensioning system. This is one of the main reasons you want to hire a professional instead of DIYing the installation. If anchor points aren't perfectly chosen, your netting becomes a hazard when it encounters its first big storm.

Then netting is installed using poles, cables, and fixings. If done properly, this will hold the netting in place for many more years to come.

Upon completion the net should be thoroughly inspected for any gaps or loose sections. All it takes is one opening for birds to get in and wreak havoc.

As you can see, bird netting installation can be a complicated process with lots of room for error, that's why we recommend hiring professionals like Melbourne Bird Solutions to do the job for you. When the risk is not only your building, but also the health and safety of your students and staff, you need to make sure it's done right. Contact us today for a no-obligation, free quote.

What to Expect: Bird Netting Installation Cost in Melbourne

The cost of bird netting installation in Melbourne varies based on several factors including the area to be covered, height access needs, and netting used.

Because all netting solutions need to be tailored to your specific buildings, it's hard to offer a price without professionally examining your campus and finding all the places pest birds would love to call home.

If you're considering investing in bird netting for your school, contact us today for a free, no-obligation quote. We'll send out a member of our professional team to evaluate your campus and create a detailed plan to prevent 100% of access for pest birds. Then we'll prepare a detailed quote with a fixed, transparent price.

Why Melbourne Bird Solutions is Melbourne's Choice for School Netting

With over 5 years of experience installing and maintaining pest bird prevention tools, Melbourne Bird Solutions is a trusted name in pest bird prevention. Whether installing anti-bird nets in schools or using other tools like bird spikes and anti-bird gel to prevent roosting on smaller surfaces, we have a solution for every situation.

Not only have we installed netting in numerous commercial, residential, and industrial sites, we have also helped several schools in and around Melbourne to reduce the risk of damage and harm caused by pest birds.

Many schools and businesses choose us because all of our work is compliant with local regulations, we offer completely transparent pricing (no surprise fees, what you are quoted is what you pay), and we ensure minimal disruption to school operations.

Ready to keep pest birds out of your school? Contact us today for a free, no-obligation quote and we'll take care of the rest.

FAQs

Is bird netting safe for students and wildlife?

Yes, when installed professionally, bird netting is safe and humane for both students and wildlife. To avoid harm to birds there are standards set for the mesh size and tension levels needed to prevent entanglement. For students nets are usually out of reach and not easily accessible.

How long does bird netting last?

High quality bird netting for schools, even in an outdoor setting with UV and weather exposure can last 8-10 years if installed properly.

Can you install during school holidays or after hours?

Yes, if you're looking for professional installers, we can help. In the special case of schools where we need to accommodate students' safety and learning, we can work around school schedules and install on weekends or after hours.