Bat Removal Doylestown, PA
When a door or window is left open, bats may enter. While some leave, others may stay long-term, often in attics or other rarely accessed areas. It is crucial to address bat infestations promptly due to the illness and mess they can cause.
Does My Property Have a Bat Infestation?
The only way to confirm a bat infestation is with a professional inspection. A bat exclusion technician can identify infestation signs and entry points.
These professionals protect properties from long-term infestations by ensuring safe bat removal, cleaning infested areas, and making repairs to prevent re-entry.
Technicians check for:
- Scratching sounds, high-pitched squeaks, and chirps
- Bat guano (droppings) in the attic and other areas
- The distinctive ammonia-like odor of bat guano
- Dark stains around potential entry points from oily bat residue
Inspecting for Bat Infestations
A bat removal specialist's inspection determines the presence and extent of an infestation. Access to all parts of the home is essential. While some infestations are obvious (guano or grease stains), a professional inspection is always recommended for definitive identification.
Bat Identification
Bat removal professionals are trained to identify bats, which is critical because many species are protected by federal law. They ensure safe and humane removal.
Preventative measures include sealing entry points while bats are out foraging, preventing their return.
Commonly infesting bats include little brown bats, big brown bats, and Mexican free-tailed bats. Proper identification ensures appropriate treatment and relocation, or sealing access points to force them to find new shelter.
Is DIY Bat Removal Possible?
While traps may seem viable for mice or rat infestations, they're not suitable for bats.
Key reasons:
- Most bat species are federally protected, making it illegal to harm or kill them.
- Effective bat exclusion is complex, and many DIY methods, like ultrasonic devices, are ineffective.
- Professional bat exclusion requires specialized knowledge and equipment. DIY attempts waste time and can worsen the infestation.
Recovering from Bat Infestations
After inspection, professionals recommend removal procedures and repairs to prevent re-entry. However, cleanup and disinfection of infested areas are also crucial.
Small, recent infestations may require less extensive work than larger, long-standing ones.
Bat guano and urine are hazardous. Guano can develop bacteria spores that cause respiratory diseases like Histoplasmosis, with symptoms including chills, fever, cough, headache, body aches, and chest pain, requiring immediate medical attention.
Bat removal professionals are trained and equipped to safely remove all traces of guano and urine. This may include removing and replacing contaminated insulation.
Once bats are gone, the property is bat-proofed, and affected areas are cleaned and disinfected, occupants can resume normal life.
How to Treat for Bats
Bat control is complex and potentially dangerous, involving procedures governed by state law. Consult a licensed pest management professional for safe and proper bat removal, decontamination, and prevention.
Call 267-297-1830 to schedule a FREE inspection today.
