Have you heard scratches or seen bat guano in your attic or chimney? Bats like to camp out in these unoccupied parts of homes and can even damage the structure and cause health problems. However, removing bats can be tricky, so hire a pest control service to handle it professionally. Read on to learn how we safely remove bats from your property.
Signs of bat infestations
First and foremost, you must identify that you have a bat infestation. There are many potential signs of bats, including hard-to-remove stains on vinyl siding, wood and bricks.
Signs of infestations can include:
- Bat guano
- The scent of ammonia
- Strange noises
- Greasy rub marks
- Seeing a bat
How we safely remove bats
Due to the dangers of bat guano, wearing a respirator when removing bats is essential. Our specialists will use or create a bat valve to remove bats from your property. the next step is to seal other entry points. Hence, the bats can only exit through the valve.
A typical bat removal process takes about three to seven days. Once the area is clear, we will perform a final inspection before removing the valve. After removing the valve, we will seal the last entry point to finalize your bat-free home.
Bat prevention tips
Follow a few safety measures to help prevent bats from re-entering your home. This includes looking for potential access points, sealing the cracks, repairing as needed and removing potential roosting areas. Another technique is to control mosquitoes around your home since bats feed off them.
Summary
Have you seen signs of bats in your home? Now that you know how we safely remove bats from your property, contact Pesty Critters Wildlife Control to connect with our specialists, who can help clear your space.
In the meantime, continue reading our blogs for more pest control tips and information.
