{"id":541,"date":"2023-11-20T12:38:22","date_gmt":"2023-11-20T12:38:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/crittercontro.wpenginepowered.com\/?post_type=wildlife&#038;p=541"},"modified":"2025-08-22T12:21:57","modified_gmt":"2025-08-22T16:21:57","slug":"bats","status":"publish","type":"wildlife","link":"https:\/\/www.crittercontrol.com\/wildlife\/bats\/","title":{"rendered":"Bat Removal"},"content":{"rendered":"  <div class=\"wildlife-sub-navigation\">\n  <nav class=\"wildlife-sub-nav\" aria-label=\"Animal Navigation\">\n          <a href=\"\/wildlife\/bats\/\" class=\"wildlife-sub-nav-item \">\n        <div class=\"wildlife-sub-nav-item-text\">Removal<\/div>\n        <div class=\"wildlife-sub-nav-item-icon\">\n                      <svg class=\"info\" aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\">\n              <use xlink:href=\"https:\/\/www.crittercontrol.com\/wp-content\/themes\/crittercontrol-2.0\/resources\/img\/svg-legend.svg#icon-info\"><\/use>\n            <\/svg>\n                  <\/div>\n      <\/a>\n              <a href=\"\/wildlife\/bats\/bat-noises\/\" class=\"wildlife-sub-nav-item \">\n        <div class=\"wildlife-sub-nav-item-text\">Sound<\/div>\n        <div class=\"wildlife-sub-nav-item-icon\">\n                      <svg class=\"info\" aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\">\n              <use xlink:href=\"https:\/\/www.crittercontrol.com\/wp-content\/themes\/crittercontrol-2.0\/resources\/img\/svg-legend.svg#icon-sounds\"><\/use>\n            <\/svg>\n                  <\/div>\n      <\/a>\n              <a href=\"\/wildlife\/bats\/bat-guano\/\" class=\"wildlife-sub-nav-item \">\n        <div class=\"wildlife-sub-nav-item-text\">Scat<\/div>\n        <div class=\"wildlife-sub-nav-item-icon\">\n                      <svg class=\"info\" aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\">\n              <use xlink:href=\"https:\/\/www.crittercontrol.com\/wp-content\/themes\/crittercontrol-2.0\/resources\/img\/svg-legend.svg#icon-scat\"><\/use>\n            <\/svg>\n                  <\/div>\n      <\/a>\n          <\/nav>\n<\/div>\n\n\n  <section class=\"featured-image\" aria-label=\"featured image\">\n    <div class=\"featured-image-wrapper\">\n      \n\n                                                    \n    \n  <picture>\n    <source type=\"image\/webp\" sizes=\"(max-width: 767px) 767px, (max-width: 991px) 991px, 1920px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.crittercontrol.com\/crittercontrol\/BannerBatOnSurface2_jpg_1000_458-100x0-c-default.webp 100w, https:\/\/www.crittercontrol.com\/crittercontrol\/BannerBatOnSurface2_jpg_1000_458-200x0-c-default.webp 200w, https:\/\/www.crittercontrol.com\/crittercontrol\/BannerBatOnSurface2_jpg_1000_458-400x0-c-default.webp 400w, https:\/\/www.crittercontrol.com\/crittercontrol\/BannerBatOnSurface2_jpg_1000_458-600x0-c-default.webp 600w, https:\/\/www.crittercontrol.com\/crittercontrol\/BannerBatOnSurface2_jpg_1000_458-800x0-c-default.webp 800w, https:\/\/www.crittercontrol.com\/crittercontrol\/BannerBatOnSurface2_jpg_1000_458.webp 1000w\">\n    <source type=\"image\/jpeg\" sizes=\"(max-width: 767px) 767px, (max-width: 991px) 991px, 1920px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.crittercontrol.com\/crittercontrol\/BannerBatOnSurface2_jpg_1000_458-100x0-c-default.jpg 100w, https:\/\/www.crittercontrol.com\/crittercontrol\/BannerBatOnSurface2_jpg_1000_458-200x0-c-default.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.crittercontrol.com\/crittercontrol\/BannerBatOnSurface2_jpg_1000_458-400x0-c-default.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.crittercontrol.com\/crittercontrol\/BannerBatOnSurface2_jpg_1000_458-600x0-c-default.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.crittercontrol.com\/crittercontrol\/BannerBatOnSurface2_jpg_1000_458-800x0-c-default.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.crittercontrol.com\/crittercontrol\/BannerBatOnSurface2_jpg_1000_458.jpg 1000w\">\n    <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"featured-image-item\" width=\"1000\" height=\"458\" alt=\"BannerBatOnSurface2_jpg_1000_458\" src=\"https:\/\/www.crittercontrol.com\/crittercontrol\/BannerBatOnSurface2_jpg_1000_458.jpg\" loading=\"lazy\" >\n  <\/picture>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/section>\n\n\n<div class=\"wildlife-detail\">\n    <div class=\"wildlife-detail-content wildlife-detail-content--full-width\">\n    <h1>Fast, Safe, Humane Bat Removal for Homes and Businesses<\/h1>\n<p><strong>Hearing strange squeaks in your attic or chimney? Finding piles of bat guano? Noticing strange ammonia odors?<\/strong><br \/>\nBats can cause serious issues in your home, including health hazards and property damage. Critter Control provides fast, humane bat removal solutions to protect your home and your family.<\/p>\n<h3>Find Bat Removal Near You<\/h3>\n<form class=\"zip-code-form js-type-code\" id=\"zip-form\" method=\"post\">\n  <div class=\"zip-code-form__input\">\n    <input id=\"zip-search\" type=\"text\" name=\"zipCode\" placeholder=\"ENTER YOUR ZIP CODE\" class=\"input-zipcode\">\n      <button class=\"zip-code-form__submit\" aria-label=\"zip code submit\" type=\"submit\" data-icon=arrow>\n              <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.crittercontrol.com\/wp-content\/themes\/crittercontrol-2.0\/public\/img\/arrow.png\" style=\"max-width: 100%;\" alt=\"arrow\">\n            <\/button>\n  <\/div>\n\n<\/form>\n\n<p>Critter Control is a trusted service provider with over 100 offices across the United States and Canada. It has been resolving wildlife and pest issues for over forty years. Our experts are trained, licensed, and insured to provide humane bat removal.<\/p>\n<h2>Signs You Have a Bat Problem<\/h2>\n<p>One of the most apparent signs of a bat infestation is <a href=\"https:\/\/www.crittercontrol.com\/wildlife\/bats\/bat-guano\/\">bat guano<\/a>, which leaves hard-to-remove stains on vinyl siding, wood, bricks, and other building materials.<\/p>\n<p>Other signs of a bat infestation include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The scent of ammonia.<\/li>\n<li>Seeing a bat.<\/li>\n<li>Strange noises.<\/li>\n<li>Greasy rub marks.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Due to the dangers of exposure to guano, it is vital to wear a respirator when in an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.crittercontrol.com\/wildlife\/bats\/bats-in-the-attic\/\">attic containing bats<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2>Why Do Bats Enter Homes?<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"677\" data-end=\"764\">In the summer, bats look for safe places to roost and give birth to pups. During the winter, bats will seek out warm, humid places to hibernate.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"677\" data-end=\"764\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.crittercontrol.com\/wildlife\/bats\/bat-maternity-season\/\">Learn about bat maternity season<\/a><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"766\" data-end=\"799\">They often enter homes through:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"800\" data-end=\"951\">\n<li data-start=\"800\" data-end=\"869\">\n<p data-start=\"802\" data-end=\"869\">Gaps and openings in the roofline (eaves, soffits, fascia boards)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"870\" data-end=\"938\">\n<p data-start=\"872\" data-end=\"938\">Vents (attic, gable, roof, and occasionally dryer\/exhaust vents)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"939\" data-end=\"951\">\n<p data-start=\"941\" data-end=\"951\">Chimneys<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Where Do Bats Like to Roost<\/h2>\n<p>Bats like to roost in unoccupied parts of a home that are dark, warm, and humid. Common places include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-start=\"1026\" data-end=\"1034\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.crittercontrol.com\/wildlife\/bats\/how-to-get-rid-of-bats\/\">Attics<\/a><\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1026\" data-end=\"1034\">Walls<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1026\" data-end=\"1034\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.crittercontrol.com\/wildlife\/bats\/bats-in-chimneys\/\">Chimneys<\/a><\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1026\" data-end=\"1034\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.crittercontrol.com\/wildlife\/bats\/bats-in-roof\/\">Roof<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>It is not normal for a bat to be in the living areas of the house.<a class=\"\" title=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.crittercontrol.com\/wildlife\/bats\/bats-in-homes\/#bat-in-house\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> Learn what to do if you find a bat in the house<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"1187\" data-end=\"1219\">Common Problems Bats Cause<\/h3>\n<ul data-start=\"1221\" data-end=\"1986\">\n<li data-start=\"1221\" data-end=\"1447\">\n<p data-start=\"1223\" data-end=\"1447\"><strong data-start=\"1223\" data-end=\"1239\">Health Risks<\/strong>: Bat guano (feces) can harbor a fungus that causes histoplasmosis, a respiratory disease. Additionally, bats can carry rabies, a serious and often fatal viral disease, which can be transmitted through bites.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1449\" data-end=\"1694\">\n<p data-start=\"1451\" data-end=\"1694\"><strong data-start=\"1451\" data-end=\"1470\">Property Damage<\/strong>: Bat droppings and urine can accumulate in attics, walls, and other areas, leading to strong odors, staining, and deterioration of insulation, wood, and other building materials. Their presence can also attract other pests.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1696\" data-end=\"1986\">\n<p data-start=\"1698\" data-end=\"1986\"><strong data-start=\"1698\" data-end=\"1728\">Unpleasant Odors and Noise<\/strong>: Large bat colonies can produce significant amounts of guano and urine, leading to strong, persistent, and unpleasant odors throughout the infested property. Their squeaking, scratching, and fluttering can also create disruptive noises, especially at night.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>How We Get Rid of Bats<\/h2>\n<p>Critter Control experts will construct a custom plan to remove the bats and safely seal your home. Our wildlife specialist will use gloves designed to handle animals and ensure the bat is safely released outdoors.<\/p>\n<ul style=\"list-style-type: checkmark;\">\n<li><strong>Inspection &amp; Identification<\/strong><br \/>\nWe find roosts, entry points, and signs of activity.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Humane Bat Removal<\/strong><br \/>\nSafe, effective, and compliant with wildlife laws.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Exclusions &amp; Prevention<\/strong><br \/>\nSealing entry points to prevent re-entry.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.crittercontrol.com\/wildlife\/bats\/exterminator\/\">Learn why we don&#8217;t exterminate bats.<\/a><\/p>\n<h3>What DIY Bat Repellents Don&#8217;t Work<\/h3>\n<p>Removing a bat yourself is dangerous, as your attempts can put you and others at risk of being bitten or scratched and acquiring a disease that can be transmitted to humans. Most commercially available or DIY repellents are generally ineffective. Bats can quickly grow accustomed to them or simply ignore them. For DIY scent deterrents, the odor dissipates rapidly, requiring constant reapplication. The only long-term solution is professional exclusion and cleanup.<\/p>\n<h3>Protect Your Home \u2014 Get Rid of Bats Fast<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"2674\" data-end=\"2795\">If you suspect bats are in your home, don\u2019t wait. Contact Critter Control today for fast, guaranteed bat removal service.<\/p>\n<h2>Why Choose Critter Control?<\/h2>\n<p>40+ Years of Bat Control Expertise<\/p>\n<p>\u2611Licenses &amp; Insured Wildlife Removal Professionals<\/p>\n<p>\u2611Safe, Humane, &amp; Environmentally Responsible Methods<\/p>\n<p>\u2611100% Customer Satisfaction Guarantee<\/p>\n<h3>Bat Control Near You!<\/h3>\n<p>Bats in the attic, walls, or strange noises in your chimney? Those squeaking sounds in the attic, walls, and in a chimney may well be a bat.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>Need Fast Bat Removal?<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-33239\" src=\"https:\/\/www.crittercontrol.com\/crittercontrol\/telephone.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"30\" height=\"29\" \/>\u00a0 Call <a href=\"tel:18002748837\"><strong>1-800-274-8837<\/strong><\/a> for Immediate Bat Removal Services<\/p>\n\n    <h3>Find Service in your Area:<\/h3>\n           <form class=\"zip-code-form js-type-code\" id=\"zip-form\" method=\"post\">\n  <div class=\"zip-code-form__input\">\n    <input id=\"zip-search\" type=\"text\" name=\"zipCode\" placeholder=\"ENTER YOUR ZIP CODE\" class=\"input-zipcode\">\n      <button class=\"zip-code-form__submit\" aria-label=\"zip code submit\" type=\"submit\" data-icon=arrow>\n              <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.crittercontrol.com\/wp-content\/themes\/crittercontrol-2.0\/public\/img\/arrow.png\" style=\"max-width: 100%;\" alt=\"arrow\">\n            <\/button>\n  <\/div>\n\n<\/form>\n\n    \n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"wildlife-detail-images\">\n                <div class=\"wildlife-detail-img-top b-lazy b-loaded b-done\"\n             style=\"background-image: url('https:\/\/www.crittercontrol.com\/crittercontrol\/bat-removal-hand.jpg');\">\n        <\/div>\n              <div class=\"wildlife-detail-img-bottom\">\n          <div class=\"wildlife-detail-img b-lazy b-loaded b-done\"\n               style=\"background-image: url('https:\/\/www.crittercontrol.com\/crittercontrol\/crittercontrol\/media\/CritterControl\/Job Stories\/Central Missouri\/dustin-bat-work51fb.jpg');\">\n          <\/div>\n          <div class=\"wildlife-detail-img b-lazy b-loaded b-done\"\n               style=\"background-image: url('https:\/\/www.crittercontrol.com\/crittercontrol\/bat-removal-indianapolis-scaled.jpeg');\">\n          <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n          \n    <div class=\"wildlife-detail-rail-content\">\n      <div class=\"wildlife-detail-rail-content\">\n                  <div class=\"wildlife-detail-rail-content\">\n<h3>Bat Removal Near You.<\/h3>\n<p>Don&#8217;t ignore bats in your home any longer!<\/p>\n<p>Critter Control is ready to help &#8212; fast, safely, and humanely.<\/p>\n<h2>Need Fast Bat\u00a0 Removal?<\/h2>\n<p>Call\u00a0 <a class=\"heading large phone-number\" href=\"tel:8002748837\">1 (800) 274-8837 <\/a> for immediate bat removal services.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h3>Get them out.<br \/>\nKeep them out.\u00ae<\/h3>\n<p>Experiencing a wildlife or pest issue? 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for=\"ac-1\" class=\"ac-trigger\" tabindex=\"0\">\n                <div class=\"ac-title\">What does a bat look like?<\/div>\n                <div class=\"ac-icon\"><\/div>\n              <\/label>\n              <div class=\"ac-content\">\n                <div class=\"ac-content-inner\">\n                  <p>The United States is home to over forty bat species. Bats have furry bodies ranging from tan to red, brown, and gray. Bats typically have large ears designed for echolocation to compensate for their poor eyesight. As the only mammals capable of flight, bats are very light and have wings.<\/p>\n<p>The bone structure of the wing resembles that of a human hand, as there are flaps of skin between the bones. At their tiniest, bats grow between 2.5 and 3.5 inches (6 to 9 cm) in length and have a wingspan of about 8 inches (20 cm). Larger species range from 7 to 8 inches (18 to 20 cm) in length and have wingspans between 21 and 23 inches (53 and 58 cm).<\/p>\n\n                <\/div>\n              <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                                        <div class=\"accordion\">\n              <input type=\"checkbox\" class=\"ac-state\" id=\"ac-2\" name=\"ac-group-1\">\n              <label for=\"ac-2\" class=\"ac-trigger\" tabindex=\"0\">\n                <div class=\"ac-title\">Where do bats live?<\/div>\n                <div class=\"ac-icon\"><\/div>\n              <\/label>\n              <div class=\"ac-content\">\n                <div class=\"ac-content-inner\">\n                  <p>Highly adaptable, bats set up roosts in various environments, such as deserts, woodlands, suburbs, and urban areas. While bats prefer warm temperatures, they survive in temperate environments by hibernating in winter months. If you are wondering where bats prefer living on your property, they can often be found in barns, attics, caves, tree cavities, and the undersides of bridges roosting during winter.<\/p>\n\n                <\/div>\n              <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                                        <div class=\"accordion\">\n              <input type=\"checkbox\" class=\"ac-state\" id=\"ac-3\" name=\"ac-group-1\">\n              <label for=\"ac-3\" class=\"ac-trigger\" tabindex=\"0\">\n                <div class=\"ac-title\">How do bats get into the house?<\/div>\n                <div class=\"ac-icon\"><\/div>\n              <\/label>\n              <div class=\"ac-content\">\n                <div class=\"ac-content-inner\">\n                  <p>For the most part, bats are nocturnal, and humans sleep through their activity. However, to survive cold winters in various regions, bats enter homes and roost in secluded locations like attics. They can squeeze into openings as tiny as a quarter of an inch (6 mm) in diameter, such as cracks around windows and doors, pipes and electrical wiring that lead inside, and vents. If you suspect bats in your attic or elsewhere on your property, contact <a href=\"https:\/\/www.crittercontrol.com\/wildlife\/bats\/bats-in-the-attic\/\">Critter Control<\/a> for help.<\/p>\n\n                <\/div>\n              <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                                        <div class=\"accordion\">\n              <input type=\"checkbox\" class=\"ac-state\" id=\"ac-4\" name=\"ac-group-1\">\n              <label for=\"ac-4\" class=\"ac-trigger\" tabindex=\"0\">\n                <div class=\"ac-title\">What damage does a bat do?<\/div>\n                <div class=\"ac-icon\"><\/div>\n              <\/label>\n              <div class=\"ac-content\">\n                <div class=\"ac-content-inner\">\n                  <p>One of the most considerable risks from a bat infestation is bat guano. Bat droppings act as a catalyst for the development of the fungus, and human infection occurs when people inhale the spores. Bats also host ectoparasites, like fleas, flies, ticks, and mites, that endanger the health of humans and pets. Finally, bat urine can cause a pervasive and unpleasant smell, while bat droppings stain ceilings and building visages.<\/p>\n<p>Critter Control can help keep bats out of your home, business, or other structure.<\/p>\n\n                <\/div>\n              <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                                        <div class=\"accordion\">\n              <input type=\"checkbox\" class=\"ac-state\" id=\"ac-5\" name=\"ac-group-1\">\n              <label for=\"ac-5\" class=\"ac-trigger\" tabindex=\"0\">\n                <div class=\"ac-title\">Are bats dangerous to humans and pets?<\/div>\n                <div class=\"ac-icon\"><\/div>\n              <\/label>\n              <div class=\"ac-content\">\n                <div class=\"ac-content-inner\">\n                  <p>While bats are beneficial creatures overall, they pose specific health threats. Though rabid dogs cause 99% of rabies-related deaths, bats are still carriers of the disease. Thankfully, even rabid bats refrain from biting humans unless they feel threatened.<\/p>\n<p>Your safety and that of your family must be your highest priority. Critter Control can help you remove bats so that you do not have to worry about whether bats will return and put your family in harm&#8217;s way.<\/p>\n\n                <\/div>\n              <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                                        <div class=\"accordion\">\n              <input type=\"checkbox\" class=\"ac-state\" id=\"ac-6\" name=\"ac-group-1\">\n              <label for=\"ac-6\" class=\"ac-trigger\" tabindex=\"0\">\n                <div class=\"ac-title\">Is it legal to remove bats?<\/div>\n                <div class=\"ac-icon\"><\/div>\n              <\/label>\n              <div class=\"ac-content\">\n                <div class=\"ac-content-inner\">\n                  <p>Six species of bats are federally protected, and numerous states have specific regulations regarding bat removal. Call a professional for help when dealing with a bat problem to avoid breaking laws or regulations.<\/p>\n\n                <\/div>\n              <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                                        <div class=\"accordion\">\n              <input type=\"checkbox\" class=\"ac-state\" id=\"ac-7\" name=\"ac-group-1\">\n              <label for=\"ac-7\" class=\"ac-trigger\" tabindex=\"0\">\n                <div class=\"ac-title\">How do you get rid of bats?<\/div>\n                <div class=\"ac-icon\"><\/div>\n              <\/label>\n              <div class=\"ac-content\">\n                <div class=\"ac-content-inner\">\n                  <p>In most states, it is illegal to harm or exterminate bats. The most effective and humane way to remove bats is with a one-way valve (bat cone or bat valve). The bat cone allows a bat to leave your attic safely but prevents re-entry. Seal all potential entry points before installing a bat cone.<\/p>\n<p>Finally, you cannot start bat exclusion if flightless pups are in your attic. The pups are dependent on their mothers, and abandoned pups in your attic will die.<\/p>\n<p>You can hire professional bat removal services to safely, humanely, and effectively relocate bats. They might transfer them to bat houses or gardens to offer them a suitable habitat.<\/p>\n\n                <\/div>\n              <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                                        <div class=\"accordion\">\n              <input type=\"checkbox\" class=\"ac-state\" id=\"ac-8\" name=\"ac-group-1\">\n              <label for=\"ac-8\" class=\"ac-trigger\" tabindex=\"0\">\n                <div class=\"ac-title\">What is the fastest way to get rid of bats?<\/div>\n                <div class=\"ac-icon\"><\/div>\n              <\/label>\n              <div class=\"ac-content\">\n                <div class=\"ac-content-inner\">\n                  <p>The fastest way to get rid of bats is by using a one-way valve and exclusions. Because bats fly out every night to search for food, installing a one-way valve allows them to do so. However, they cannot return to your attic or other area on your property. Hiring professional experts ensures the one-way valves and exclusions are done correctly and safely and do not cause incidents that put you or the bats in danger.<\/p>\n\n                <\/div>\n              <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                                        <div class=\"accordion\">\n              <input type=\"checkbox\" class=\"ac-state\" id=\"ac-9\" name=\"ac-group-1\">\n              <label for=\"ac-9\" class=\"ac-trigger\" tabindex=\"0\">\n                <div class=\"ac-title\">When is the best time to remove bats?<\/div>\n                <div class=\"ac-icon\"><\/div>\n              <\/label>\n              <div class=\"ac-content\">\n                <div class=\"ac-content-inner\">\n                  <p>Throughout the year, bats move to different locations that each serve a distinct purpose. A bat maternity roost is where pregnant females gather to raise their babies. Bat maternity colonies begin to form in early April. In the late spring or summer, you may see bats leaving an attic or overhang at twilight and may need to check for an infestation. The best time to remove a bat maternity colony is after the pups can fly (typically starting in August).<\/p>\n\n                <\/div>\n              <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                                        <div class=\"accordion\">\n              <input type=\"checkbox\" class=\"ac-state\" id=\"ac-10\" name=\"ac-group-1\">\n              <label for=\"ac-10\" class=\"ac-trigger\" tabindex=\"0\">\n                <div class=\"ac-title\">How much does bat removal cost?<\/div>\n                <div class=\"ac-icon\"><\/div>\n              <\/label>\n              <div class=\"ac-content\">\n                <div class=\"ac-content-inner\">\n                  <p>The cost of bat removal varies depending on several factors, such as how long bats have been roosting, how big the colony is, how many potential entry points are on your house, and how much damage needs to be repaired. Call Critter Control for an estimate.<\/p>\n\n                <\/div>\n              <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                                        <div class=\"accordion\">\n              <input type=\"checkbox\" class=\"ac-state\" id=\"ac-11\" name=\"ac-group-1\">\n              <label for=\"ac-11\" class=\"ac-trigger\" tabindex=\"0\">\n                <div class=\"ac-title\">Does homeowners&#8217; insurance cover bat removal?<\/div>\n                <div class=\"ac-icon\"><\/div>\n              <\/label>\n              <div class=\"ac-content\">\n                <div class=\"ac-content-inner\">\n                  <p>It is unlikely that homeowners&#8217; insurance will cover the cost of bat removal. However, your insurance may cover the repairs associated with a bat colony. Call Critter Control for a cost estimate.<\/p>\n\n                <\/div>\n              <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                                        <div class=\"accordion\">\n              <input type=\"checkbox\" class=\"ac-state\" id=\"ac-12\" name=\"ac-group-1\">\n              <label for=\"ac-12\" class=\"ac-trigger\" tabindex=\"0\">\n                <div class=\"ac-title\">How do you prevent bats from getting into your home?<\/div>\n                <div class=\"ac-icon\"><\/div>\n              <\/label>\n              <div class=\"ac-content\">\n                <div class=\"ac-content-inner\">\n                  <p>Since bats will likely target any available structure, homes remain susceptible unless individuals seal off potential entry points. 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