Due to significant personnel cuts at the US Fish & Wildlife Services (USFW) agency, gull egg depredation permits may now take up to 8 months for processing—a massive increase from the historical standard of 8-10 weeks. If you are planning to address gull populations through egg depredation in spring 2026, we recommend assembling and submitting […]
The Beginning of July Brings an Unwelcome Gull Surprise
Amid heightened concerns of COVID-19, many businesses suspended all non-essential operations, turning instead to remote work. As employees return to brick-and-mortar offices, some property managers may find their roofs inundated with aggressive gulls and foul-smelling droppings. Gulls have readily adapted to our urban areas, especially (but not limited to) our Great Lakes coastal cities. Instead […]
Top 5 Pest Birds & Structural Solutions in Suburban Midwest
Summer is the season during which most structural damage and work occurs. Annually, pest birds cause $30-50 million in damages to properties, assets, roofs, drainage and ventilation systems. Below is a list of common issues associated with specific pest birds as well as a combination of structural and service solutions to address those issues. Pigeons […]
Liability, Lawsuits & Avian Wildlife
When most people think about conflicts with wild birds, they usually think of the mess they leave behind, i.e. droppings. This is certainly one of the biggest concerns for Canada Geese and the foundation for much of our business. However, this time of year, namely nesting season, there is an even bigger concern with geese, […]


