Residential Bat Removal & Exclusion
United Bat Control has specialized in professional bat removal and bat exclusion nationwide since 1998.
Bats in an attic, wall, chimney or living area can be unsettling for any homeowner. Whether you have seen a single bat inside your home or suspect an established colony, the important first step is determining how the bats are entering the structure and whether additional bats are present.
United Bat Control provides humane residential bat removal, exclusion and structural bat-proofing for homeowners throughout the United States.
Bat removal and bat exclusion are what we do.
Why Bats Enter Homes
Bats naturally search for protected places to rest and raise their young. Homes can provide attractive roosting locations in attics, wall spaces, rooflines, chimneys and other sheltered areas.
Bats may enter through small gaps and openings around rooflines, vents, flashing, siding, chimneys and other construction features. A homeowner may notice bats entering or leaving near dusk, hear movement in an attic or wall, discover guano below an entry point, or occasionally find a bat inside the living space.
Residential Bat Control Services
Depending on the property and the conditions found, United Bat Control services may include:
- Inspection for bat activity and entry points
- Humane exclusion of bat colonies
- Structural bat-proofing
- Sealing potential entry points
- Guano removal when appropriate
- Sanitation and odor-control services when required
- Related cleanup and remediation based on the condition of the property
How Residential Bat Exclusion Works
1. Inspect the Home
The first step is identifying where bats are active, where they may be roosting and the openings they are using to enter and leave the home.
2. Identify Entry Points
A home may contain more than one opening that bats can use. Rooflines, vents, siding, flashing, chimneys and construction gaps are among the areas that may need to be evaluated.
3. Humane Bat Exclusion
Appropriate exclusion methods allow bats to leave the structure without unnecessarily harming them.
4. Bat-Proof the Structure
After exclusion, entry points and vulnerable areas are sealed as appropriate to help prevent bats from returning to the home.
5. Follow-Up & Cleanup
The completed work is reviewed, and cleanup or related services can be addressed when required by the condition of the property and scope of work.
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Signs You May Have Bats in Your Home
- Bats entering or exiting near the roofline around dusk
- Bat activity around vents, chimneys or building joints
- Guano beneath a suspected entry point or roost
- Scratching or movement in an attic, wall or ceiling
- Bats repeatedly appearing inside the living area
- A visible group of bats leaving the structure at dusk
A single bat inside the home does not always mean that a colony is present, but repeated activity should be investigated.
Bats Are Beneficial — But They Don’t Belong Inside Your Home
Bats are important animals that consume large numbers of insects and play an important role in the environment.
The goal of professional bat exclusion is not to unnecessarily harm bats. It is to separate bats from people by removing them from the structure and helping prevent them from getting back inside.
Bat Health & Sanitation Concerns
Bats and accumulated bat guano can create health and sanitation concerns inside a home. Large accumulations of guano, particularly in enclosed attic or wall spaces, should be evaluated carefully before cleanup is attempted.
Homeowners should also avoid direct contact with bats. If a person or pet may have had physical contact with a bat, contact the appropriate medical, veterinary or local public-health professional for guidance.
For additional information about concerns associated with bats and bat guano, visit our Bat Health Hazards page.
Rabies information is also available from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Bat Activity Can Change With the Seasons
Bat activity around a home can change throughout the year depending on the species, climate and location of the property.
In some areas, seasonal activity and maternity periods can affect how and when an exclusion project should be performed. United Bat Control considers the conditions at the property when recommending an appropriate course of action.
Why Professional Bat-Proofing Matters
Removing bats without addressing the openings they are using may not solve the underlying problem.
United Bat Control evaluates the structure as a whole rather than simply addressing the most obvious opening. The objective is to understand how bats are using the home and identify the building conditions that are allowing them inside.
Warranty Coverage
Warranty coverage is available on qualifying residential bat-exclusion projects. Specific warranty terms are provided with each proposal based on the home, building conditions and scope of work.
Nationwide Residential Bat Removal
United Bat Control provides residential bat removal and exclusion services throughout the United States.
Whether you have discovered a bat inside your home, hear activity in the attic or believe a colony may be living in the structure, our focus is on determining the source of the problem and developing an appropriate solution.
United Bat Control has specialized in bat removal and exclusion nationwide since 1998.
Talk With a Residential Bat Specialist
If bats are entering or living inside your home, contact United Bat Control to discuss the situation and the appropriate next step.
Call United Bat Control Nationwide
866-747-2287
Email
corporate@unitedbatcontrol.com
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