Bats in the Home? Here’s What to Do Next
By Thorn Team • Feb 28th 2023
If you frequently see bats hanging around your home, they may have entered the attic or some other part of the living space. While this can be alarming, there’s no need to panic. The professionals of Thorn are here to help!
The first thing to do is determine the extent of the problem. Bats may or may not cause significant damage to your home. But if one accidentally finds its way in through a chimney, it’s likely not a big issue. Here, we’ll go over how to recognize signs that bats are in your home and the major concerns.
If you do have a bat infestation, do not attempt to capture and remove them on your own. All states in the US require permits to remove and relocate bats from homes, so call Thorn to take care of the issue for you.
How to Know if There’s Bats in Your Home
Like we mentioned before, if you suddenly see a bat fluttering around your home, it doesn’t necessarily mean you have an infestation. One bat likely entered your house by mistake. Open a window or a door and attempt to wave the bat outside from a distance. Bats are wildlife that would rather be outside.
If a bat in your living room is a regular occurrence, you might have a bigger problem. Since bats are nocturnal, they’re good at hiding during the day and only coming and going when it’s dark. Places like attics, chimneys, or even eaves outside your home can be ideal places for bats to roost.
Here are some signs you may be dealing with a bat infestation:
- Strange noises. Strange scratching or squeaking noises coming from the walls or your attic could indicate the presence of bats.
- Droppings or stains. Droppings in your home are an obvious and gross sign of wildlife. Stained patches on walls, ceilings, or in your insulation are other signs to watch out for that may point to a bat infestation.
- Bat silhouettes. If you suspect you have a bat problem, keep an eye out at night for bats coming and going from your home.
If a pest control company regularly services your home, they should be checking for signs of bat activity and entry points around the house.
What You Need to Know About Bats
Bats are incredibly beneficial to the environment, and many species are endangered. That’s why it’s crucial to handle bats very carefully, and laws are in place to protect them. They help control bug populations and are also important pollinators. But that’s all outside.
When bats are inside, they can damage your home and carry diseases such as rabies or other parasites that threaten human health. If you suspect you have a bat infestation, you should get it taken care of right away.
We at Thorn specialize in safe, humane, and effective bat control solutions, including bat removal. We will work with you to ensure your home is adequately sealed and insulated and check cool dark areas to prevent future issues.
To avoid even one-time issues with bats accidentally flying in, keep an eye out for bat activity and ensure windows are closed at night or sufficiently protected with screens. For bigger bat problems, call Thorn today!
About Thorn
Thorn is a Utah local pest management company. We are a QualityPro certified company which is a prestigious accreditation awarded too less than 3% of the pest management companies in the US.
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About Thorn
Thorn is a Utah local pest management company. We are a QualityPro certified company which is a prestigious accreditation awarded too less than 3% of the pest management companies in the US.