Where’s the job?

Scope of Works

• Inspect chimney flue, hearth, loft and roof access to locate nest and assess contamination

• Check for protected species and advise on licensing or timing if birds are present

• Remove nest material, droppings and loose debris using PPE and sealed containers

• Clean and disinfect affected chimney chamber and nearby loft area as required

• Fit temporary or permanent bird guard/mesh or cap small openings to prevent re‑entry where appropriate

• Bag and remove contaminated material for appropriate disposal and provide waste details

• Provide photos and a written recommendation for further remedial work or scaffold hire if needed

Typical Cost

Time on Site

Most chimney nest removals take 1–4 hours depending on access, amount of contamination and whether scaffolding or a cherry picker is needed

Questions to Ask Your Tradie

• Are you experienced removing chimney nests and working at roof level

• Will the work disturb nesting birds and how do you advise handling any licensing or timing issues

• What PPE and decontamination methods do you use for faecal matter and mould risk

• Will you need scaffolding or a lift and what extra costs would that add

• How will contaminated material be disposed of and can you supply a waste transfer note if required

• Do you have public liability insurance and can you provide references or photos of similar jobs

How to Avoid Surprises

• Ensure clear access to the loft hatch and remove stored items from the loft area

• Confirm parking or vehicle access for a van or any hired lift equipment

• Be aware of nesting season (Mar–Aug) when birds may be present and work could be delayed

• Check shared access or neighbour permissions for scaffolding or roof work

• Ask the tradie to confirm PPE use, containment and disposal method before work starts