BAT REMOVAL

Bat Removal Services
for Apex, Cary, Durham, Raleigh, Greensboro, NC & the Surrounding Areas

A bat flapping around your house at night sounds like something out of a nightmare. Bats will often roost in tight spaces like inside your eaves and around gable vents. Generally, the worst part about bats is the damage that their guano (feces) and urine can do to your home.


When you call Urban Wildlife and Bee Removal, we can safely and humanely provide bat removal services, as well as sealing off entry points. We can also clean up any mess they’ve left behind.


If you have a bat in your house, it is important to get it removed right away. Bats can spread disease, leave behind odors and damage your house. Bat guano has a fungus in it that can cause a disease called histoplasmosis. This disease can lead to chronic lung infection. Bats can also damage your house with droppings.


Please contact us if you have any questions about our bat removal services or if you'd like to request a full estimate! We serve homes and businesses across Apex, NC; Cary, NC; Chapel Hill, NC; Clayton, NC; Durham, NC; Wake Forest, NC; Garner, NC; Holly Springs, NC; Knightdale, NC; Morrisville, NC; and Greensboro, NC.

SIGNS THAT YOU NEED BAT REMOVAL

Knowing the signs that bats are living in your home or property is crucial if you want to take prompt and effective action. Bats are nocturnal creatures that often seek shelter in dark, secluded areas, making it difficult to spot them directly.


However, there are several signs that can indicate that it’s time for bat removal - even if you never see a single bat: 

  • Droppings: One of the most noticeable signs of a bat infestation is the presence of droppings, also known as guano. Guano can typically be found near your home’s entry points or on the ground below areas where bats are nesting. Guano is characterized by its dark color and distinctly musty odor. 
  • Stains: If you’ve noticed stains or discoloration on walls, ceilings, or other surfaces. Bats have oily fur that can leave marks when they come into contact with surfaces. These stains may appear as dark smudges or streaks and are commonly found near entry points or roosting areas. 
  • Odor: If you notice a strong, musty odor in certain areas of your home, it could be a sign of a bat infestation. Bats (and their droppings) emit a pungent odor, especially in areas where they have been roosting for an extended period of time. In many cases, a musty smell is a homeowner’s first sign of a problem.
  • Noises: If you hear scratching, fluttering, or squeaking noises, particularly at night, you might have bats living in your home. Bats navigate and communicate with one another using sound, so it’s possible that you’ll hear them vocalizing throughout the night or in the early morning. You might also hear light rhythmic tapping noises. 


If you observe any of these signs, contact the professionals at Urban Wildlife and Bee Removal. Our team can assess the situation, locate the bats’ roosting space, and safely and effectively address the problem. This can prevent health risks or structural damage.

As a note, federal law prohibits bat removal during the months of June and July, unless the bats are inside your living space.  If they are in your attic, we will have to wait. Urban Wildlife and Bee Removal will make a list of all clients with bat problems and as soon as it is legal, we’ll remove the bats.

 

If you notice any signs of a bat infestation, don't try to handle the problem yourself. Instead, call us right away. We have the knowledge and equipment to handle the problem as efficiently as possible.

For a full estimate on bat removal services in the Zebulon, Raleigh, Chapel Hill, Clayton, Morrisville, Knightdale, Cary, Apex, Holly Springs, Durham, Garner, Wake Forest, and Greensboro, NC areas, please feel free to call Apex - (919) 626-4160 & Greensboro - (800) 897-5905 now.

Why You Need to Hire a Professional for Bat Removal

Though they may look cute, bats are not creatures you want inhabiting your home, garage, or business. Bat infestations can quickly grow, presenting many dangers to your property, belongings, and health. Bats are attracted to areas like attics and chimneys, and are hard, dangerous, and can be scary to remove. That is why hiring a professional for bat removal is in your best interest.


There are many reasons why you should not tackle bat removal on your own, including:


  • The odor of bat excrement and urine is very unpleasant and can be overpowering in the dark and cramped spaces they inhabit. Odor from bat urine attracts insects and spiders, which could also begin to infest that area. Dry bat droppings carry fungus spores that, when disturbed, can fill the air with dust that will make you seriously ill. If unattended for a long period of time, the foul odors can sink into your insulation and structure materials, making it even harder to remove.
  • Second to racoons, bats have one of the largest rabies exposure rates for humans and pets. Rabies is commonly transmitted through the bite of an infected rat, but exposure can occur when in contact with bat fur, droppings, urine, or blood.
  • Your safety is of the utmost importance. Besides the health risks involved, bat removal can be dangerous. Not only are bats usually hidden in places that are not easily accessible; they also tend to spook people if they unexpectedly fly away. A professional has the right experience and tools to ensure a safe and successful bat removal.

Prevent Bat Infestations By Inspecting Your Home Yearly

Bats are quite small and can get into the tiniest cracks and gaps in your home. Like many other wildlife creatures, bats are simply looking for a safe shelter from the elements, which just happens to be your home. Unfortunately, many people do not know they even have a crack in the siding or gap near the chimney or vents on the roof until it is too late and they already have an infestation. In order to maintain proper bat control, try to inspect your home at least once a year to see any signs of damaged siding or roofing. If you already have one or more unwelcome guests, contact us today and our bat control team will come out to your home, find the entry point, and install a one-way door device so the bat can get out but not back in.

Call Now for bat Removal Services • Apex • 919-626-4160 • Greensboro • 800-897-5905

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