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Where Are the Bats in the Warehouse?

Tim Garring, the owner of Transcon Global, had always prided himself on running an efficient logistics warehouse in Escondido, California. It was a large building, with high ceilings and expansive storage racks, where shipments came in and out daily, servicing clients across the state. The work was fast-paced, but as the days got longer and summer approached, Tim started to notice something unusual in his massive facility.

A few of his employees began reporting strange sounds in the upper corners of the warehouse. At first, Tim brushed it off as air ducts rattling or maybe just the wind blowing through the structure on breezy evenings. But then one of his forklift operators, Jerry, came to him one afternoon and said, “Tim, I swear I’ve seen bats flying around the rafters at night.” Tim paused, unsure how to respond.

Later that week, Tim decided to investigate the reports more seriously. He stayed late after most of his workers had gone home, the hum of the forklifts fading into the quiet evening. As he wandered through the dimly lit aisles, he noticed something—small, fluttering shadows darting around the rafters. There were indeed bats in the warehouse. And not just a few. When Tim shined his flashlight up toward the ceiling, dozens of tiny creatures swooped away from the light, scattering across the dark expanse of the warehouse.

Tim quickly realized this wasn’t just a minor inconvenience. Bats in a warehouse presented multiple risks—potential contamination of goods, health hazards due to guano, and the structural damage that could come from long-term roosting. The problem needed to be addressed, and fast.

### Calling United Bat Control

Tim had heard about **United Bat Control** (UBC) from a fellow business owner in Escondido. The company had a stellar reputation for handling bat problems humanely and efficiently. Without wasting another day, Tim picked up the phone and called **Kevin**, the lead specialist at UBC.

“Kevin,” Tim started, “I’ve got a bit of a bat problem in my warehouse. I’m not sure how many, but they’re roosting in the rafters. I need them out, but I want it done humanely.”

Kevin listened carefully and reassured Tim that he had come to the right place. “We’ll send a team out tomorrow to do a full inspection. We’ll figure out how many bats you’ve got and give you an estimate on how to proceed. Don’t worry, Tim, we’ll take care of it.”

### Inspecting the Warehouse

The next morning, Kevin and his team arrived at **Transcon Global**. With over 25 years of experience in bat removal, Kevin was quick to spot the telltale signs. Guano—small, dark droppings—littered the upper shelves of the warehouse, and there were oily stains on the walls near the ceiling vents where the bats had been squeezing in.

Using specialized equipment, including bat detectors that could pick up their ultrasonic calls, Kevin’s team estimated there were about **150 bats** roosting in the rafters. They identified the species as **Mexican Free-tailed Bats**—a common species in Southern California known for roosting in buildings and caves.

Tim met with Kevin later that afternoon to discuss the findings. “So, what are we looking at here?” Tim asked.

Kevin explained the situation thoroughly. “It looks like they’ve been roosting here for a while. We’ll need to install exclusion devices—bat valves—at all the entry points. These devices will allow the bats to exit but prevent them from getting back in. After that, we’ll seal up the entry points and clean up the guano to make sure your warehouse is safe and sanitized.”

Tim nodded, appreciating Kevin’s straightforward approach. “And how much is this going to cost?”

Kevin gave him the estimate, which included the exclusion process, sealing the entry points, and a complete clean-up. It was reasonable, considering the size of the warehouse and the scale of the infestation.

Tim extended his hand to Kevin. “Let’s do it. I trust you and your team to take care of it.”

They shook hands, and Kevin’s team immediately got to work.

### The Removal Process

The first step was to ensure the bats’ safety. Kevin and his team installed **one-way bat exclusion devices** at each of the entry points they had identified—small gaps near the ventilation ducts and cracks in the upper walls. These **bat valves** were designed to let the bats fly out of the warehouse at dusk but would not allow them to return. Over the course of several nights, the bats naturally left their roost to hunt for insects, unable to return to the warehouse.

While waiting for the bats to fully vacate, Kevin’s team prepped for the next phase: sealing the entry points permanently. They used high-quality materials, such as durable mesh and caulk, to ensure that no new bats could find their way inside. The team also inspected the structure for any other vulnerabilities and sealed those as well.

As the exclusion devices did their job, the team began the critical task of cleaning up the bat guano. **Guano**, though small, can harbor dangerous fungi that cause **histoplasmosis**, a respiratory illness that can affect humans. The team donned protective gear and safely removed the droppings, sanitizing the affected areas to ensure no harmful spores remained in the warehouse.

### Clearing the Warehouse

After a few days of exclusion and observation, it was clear that all the bats had exited the building. Kevin’s team removed the bat valves and finished sealing the last of the entry points. They conducted a final inspection of the warehouse to ensure it was bat-free and that all safety protocols had been followed.

Tim met with Kevin one last time to walk through the now bat-free warehouse. “I have to say, I’m impressed. I didn’t think it would be this smooth,” Tim admitted, looking around at the spotless rafters and shelves.

Kevin smiled. “That’s what we’re here for. We handle the tough jobs so you can get back to business.”

### Conclusion

Thanks to United Bat Control’s expert team, the **150 bats** that had taken over the warehouse were safely relocated, and Tim’s operations at Transcon Global were back on track. The job wasn’t just about removing the bats—it was about doing it in a way that protected both the business and the local bat population. Tim’s warehouse was now secure, sanitized, and bat-free, ready to continue its role in keeping goods moving across California.

As Tim shook Kevin’s hand one last time, he couldn’t help but think, “Where did the bats go?” But with Kevin’s reassurances, he knew they were safe, thriving somewhere far away from his warehouse.

United Bat Control had delivered on its promise: a humane solution, expertly executed.

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