While suspecting a bat infestation can be frightening, it is important to stay calm and pay attention to the warning signs. Quick intervention can remove the animals from your home, and there are a few signs that will indicate a presence in your attic, drywall, or basement. Below are a few of the easiest ways to tell if you need to contact a professional for bat removal.

5 Signs of a Bat Infestation

1. Bat Droppings

Guano, or bat droppings, carries a fungus and germs that pose health risks to those who inhale it. If you notice any guano near potential entry points of the home, it could be an indication of a bat infestation. 

2. Strange Noises

If you hear squeaks, chirps, scratches, or flapping wings in the walls, it could be bats making the noises. Since most bats are nocturnal, these sounds may be more noticeable at night. 

3. Grease Marks

Bats have naturally oily fur that picks up debris as they fly around. When they squeeze in and out of small holes, the dirty oil leaves rub marks around the edges. Check walls, doors, and ceilings for strange marks.

4. Pungent Smells

Bat guano smells distinctly of ammonia. As it dries, this smell may become more powerful. If you have noticed such a stench in your home, call a bat exterminator right away. 

5. Bat Sightings 

Although a single bat could theoretically enter your home, it’s rare. If you see one bat, there are probably more somewhere on the property. 

 

If you recognize any of the above signs, turn to Batman Enterprises in Mason, OH. They treat every bat infestation as an emergency because of the health risks these pests pose. That’s why they are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. With more than 20 years of experience in animal removal, they help clients throughout the Greater Cincinnati area. They provide comprehensive services, which means after they have removed bats from the property, homeowners can rely on them to address the guano left behind. They even offer structural repairs. Visit their website to learn more, or call (513) 600-3079 to schedule service today.