When you have bats in your attic or another area of your home, you probably want them gone as soon as possible. Unfortunately, bat removal is typically not a one-day process and the amount of time it takes to fully remove the bats depends on several factors, such as where the bats are located, the extent of the infestation, and the overall condition of your home. In most cases, professional bat removal takes anywhere from a few days to a couple of weeks to fully complete.
During the professional bat removal process, we start off with a detailed inspection. We use this inspection to identify where bats are coming into your home and determine the size of the colony. Bats can squeeze through openings as small as half an inch, so performing a careful inspection is critical. After locating entry points, we will install one-way exclusion devices that allow the bats to leave without allowing them to get back inside.
Unlike other forms of wildlife removal, bats cannot be trapped and then easily relocated. Bats play an important role in controlling insect populations, so we need to exclude and remove these animals carefully. In some cases, we will have to wait several nights to make sure that all the bats have left your property.
Timing also plays a role in the bat removal process. During bat maternity season, we may need to delay trapping baby bats inside of the attic. We are familiar with the proper timing for removing bats and the regulations required for safely removing these animals.
For more information about what impacts the timeline for bat removal, contact us today.
