Critter Control specializes in humane bat removal and prevention. There are six species of bats that are federally protected, and numerous states have specific regulations regarding bat removal. To avoid breaking any laws or regulations, call a professional for help when dealing with a bat problem.

Our inspector will perform a full interior and exterior inspection. Due to the dangers of exposure to guano, a respirator needs to be worn when in an attic containing bats. After inspecting, they will construct a custom plan for your home to safely remove the bats and properly seal your home. Our inspector will also provide warranty options as well as educate you on our recurring programs.

How Critter Control in West Palm Beach Gets Rid of Bats

With all of the laws surrounding bat removal, it is best to leave it to the experts at Critter Control®. With our proven four-step process, we can quickly and safely remove the bats from your home.

• Inspection- With your free inspection, we’ll send out one of our bat technicians to scope out the location and severity of the infestation.
• Removal- After the infestation has been sufficiently examined, our specialist will work with you to come up with the best method of action on how to remove the bats from your home.
• Restoration- Once all the bats have been carefully removed, we’ll go through to assess and repair any damages they may have made in your home, including re-insulating your attic if necessary.
• Exclusion- When your home is back to normal, we’ll make sure the source of the infestation is blocked off by sealing any entry or exit points the bats used while visiting.

Bat Removal Process

The most effective and humane way to remove bats is by utilizing a bat valve in conjunction with a full home bat exclusion. A bat valve allows for bats to exit your home but not re-enter. Since each bat removal is unique, our specialist will use or create a bat valve specifically for your home. Our inspector will determine the proper amount of bat valves to be used, but most removals only require one bat valve.

Once the bat valve is installed, all other bat entry points will be sealed, allowing bats to only exit through the valve. The removal process typically takes 3-7 days. Our specialist will perform a final attic inspection before removing the valve. After removing the valve, the final entry point will be sealed, leaving your home bat-free.

• Keep in mind that many states have regulations in which bat removal cannot be performed during the maternity season. Call a Critter Control Professional for details in your state.

Exclusion and Habitat Modification

Some bats return to the same roost year after year.  If you want to prevent bats from entering your home, preventative bat exclusion is the best precaution you can take. Because bats are not chewers like rodents, they only utilize existing entry points to make their way into your home.

Another way to help prevent bats are to keep outside lights turned off at night. The lights will attract insects, and insects are a huge food source for bats.

Bats also drink a lot of water, so minimizing water sources around your property, if possible, is a way to prevent bats and other wildlife from being a nuisance.

At Critter Control® serving West Palm Beach, we respect bats and their place in the ecosystem. As the best natural form of pest control, removing a bat population can have negative impacts on an environment, which is why we will always capture and relocate bats with the utmost care, always keeping you and the bats’ safety in mind. To schedule your free consultation, call us today at 561-274-0224.