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Nobody wants to live with bats in their home or business. Although they may play a vital role in the environment, indoors, they can be a major concern. An infestation is unsettling and noisy, presents significant health risks, and can sometimes damage property. Since it is illegal to harm or kill bats in Florida, removing them requires the right approach. That’s where professional bat control comes in.
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In Florida, bats are protected animals. Despite common fears, bats are important to our ecosystem. For this reason, it’s crucial to always work with a licensed bat control company. In addition to being difficult to get rid of on your own, bats are known to carry a few diseases, such as rabies and histoplasmosis. At Florida Pest Control, our bat removal specialists work to safely and humanely remove bats from your home or business.
How Our Exterminators Get Rid of Florida Bats
Home and business owners often struggle to effectively remove bats on their own without harming the protected species. There’s also the potential for property damage and health risks associated with bat infestations.
Effective bat removal requires a multi-step process involving inspection, exclusion, and prevention. Many DIY attempts often fail to target the root cause of the infestation. At Florida Pest Control, our experts conduct thorough inspections, implement humane exclusion methods, and seal potential entry points for long-term prevention. Our team of exterminators ensures the bats can safely exit but not re-enter the structure.
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Residential Bat Control Services
While many people are afraid of bats, they don’t realize that the feeling is mutual. Bats avoid human contact as much as possible. Although bats seldom cause property damage, they are still considered dangerous due to their droppings and ability to transmit disease. As a protected species in the state of Florida, it’s critical to always enlist the help of a professional bat pest control company for exclusion services.
Protecting Your Home From Bats
Bats often find their way into homes while searching for quiet, dark places to roost. These areas provide shelter from predators and extreme weather, and easy access to food. In Florida homes, common nesting spots include:
- Attics
- Soffits and fascia boards
- Chimneys
- Gaps behind shutters or siding
- Wall voids and crawl spaces
Once a few bats settle in, the group can quickly grow, especially with easy entry and shelter. This leads to a bat infestation that can bring several problems. Some common signs include droppings, strong odors, squeaking or scratching noises, and stains around small holes or cracks.
If left unchecked, bats can cause:
- Foul smells from droppings (called guano)
- Staining and corrosion on walls, insulation, and ceiling materials
- Structural damage in attic spaces
- Health risks, including diseases like histoplasmosis from guano spores
To avoid long-term problems, it’s crucial to take early action. Our team identifies active and potential nesting spots and works to remove the bats using humane exclusion methods. We then seal vulnerable areas to keep bats out in the future. When carried out by professionals, bat pest control helps protect both your home and your health.
What to Do if There Is a Bat in Your Backyard
If you find a bat in your backyard, the best course of action is to leave it alone. Bats are generally harmless and will likely fly away on their own. If the bat appears injured or stuck, contact a licensed wildlife professional for assistance.
Florida Pest Control provides expert advice and professional intervention. We offer guidance on how to safely coexist with bats in your outdoor spaces and can assist in relocating injured or trapped bats when required. At Florida Pest Control, we’re committed to promoting bat conservation while ensuring the safety and comfort of our clients.
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Commercial Bat Control Services
Bats outside your business can quickly turn away customers. The key to staying safe from bat activity is to work with a bat extermination company that prevents bats in the first place. Bats are always removed with care, whether there are Mexican free-tailed bats hanging out in the eaves outside or little brown bats inside the attic of your property.
During the fall and winter, Florida Pest Control provides thorough bat exclusion and prevention services.
Keeping Your Business Safe From Bats
Bats roosting on or inside commercial buildings can lead to costly disruptions. Their droppings may damage equipment or stock, especially in storage areas or warehouses. Staff may notice strong odors or stains, and customers may be alarmed by bat sightings. A growing infestation can also increase the chance of exposure to droppings that carry health risks. These issues can harm your business’s reputation and lead to potential compliance concerns.
Florida Pest Control works with businesses to tackle the problem early. Our holistic Integrated Pest Management (IPM) service attacks the problem head-on, removing active infestations and helping to prevent further issues. With expert bat control services, you can keep your property protected and maintain confidence among employees and customers.
Frequently Asked Questions
While they typically avoid people, some bats carry rabies – a potentially fatal virus that can spread through bites or scratches. Their droppings can also lead to histoplasmosis, a lung disease caused by breathing in spores from bat guano. If you believe you’ve had close contact with a bat, it’s best to speak with a healthcare professional immediately.
Bats are protected by law in Florida, and removal is only allowed from August 16th to April 14th. This protects young bats during the rearing season. To ensure you comply with regulations and remove bats correctly, it’s best to contact a professional bat control provider who understands Florida’s laws and humane methods.
First, do not try to catch or touch the bat. Close the doors to the room and keep pets and people away. Bats can be disease carriers, so it’s best to avoid close contact. Call a professional bat exterminator who can assess the situation and remove the bat using legal techniques. If someone has been bitten or scratched, contact a healthcare provider right away.
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