Bats do considerable good for ecosystems, such as regulate mosquito and insect populations, but they don’t do much good for your home. If you suspect your home has a bat infestation, it may be time to call your local wildlife control. Here’s why bat infestations are problematic. 

They Can Damage Your Home and Health

When bats take over an area in your home, such as your attic, they can cause damage to the insulation in your ceilings and walls by compressing it and lowering the R-Value. This will affect your heating and cooling bills, as the R-Value gauges the effectiveness of the insulation. A bat may also perish in your home, which gives off a repulsive smell. This problem is not only a nuisance but can also result in health problems if you remove it yourself.

If you are scratched or bitten by a bat, it’s crucial to seek medical attention immediately, as they can carry rabies. If possible, try and catch the bat for it to be examined to figure out if the animal carried any diseases. Bat feces, also known as guano, can carry a type of fungus called histoplasmosis. If the guano has the chance to dehydrate and become airborne, inhaling it will make you or your family very sick. The fungus affects your lungs and can spread to the rest of your body, and has the potential to be fatal. Because of this, it is essential to call professionals, rather than try and take care of the bat infestation yourself.

How To Get Rid of Them

If you notice signs of a bat infestation, call your local wildlife control unit for bat control and cleanup. They will have the proper tools and protection necessary for the job. Since bats are a protected species, your wildlife control team will not be able to trap or remove the bats. Instead, they will seal your house and place one-way doors to allow the bats to leave, but keep them from reentering. This process will take a few days, but it is an effective and humane method of bat control. Once the bats are gone, wildlife control will help safely remove any guano left behind.

 

For safe and effective bat control in Connecticut, turn to the wildlife control experts at American Bio-Tech Wildlife Services. They’ve been providing humane animal control and removal services all across the state from their base in New Milford for over 50 years. Their methods follow the guidelines given by the Department of Energy & Environmental Protection and will ensure your home is bat-free. For more information, visit their website, or give them a call at (860) 355-1231.