Are you having trouble with bats getting into your attic or in the walls of your home? You're not the only one. This situation is actually really common and a lot of people have to figure out what to do about it. This seems like it could be a huge problem, but honestly there are many solutions that can help you with this, because bats can be really frightening and annoying to most people, so of course there is only one option: to get them out. One of the first things you are going to have to get rid of bats is locate the area of your home in which the pesky little critters are sneaking in. Check the siding of the roof all along the perimeter of your house to see if there are any cracks, holes, or any general openings that they could fit through.
You may also have to venture on top of the roof and check there for openings as well. The openings they can slip through can be as small as 1 1/2 inches wide, so check thoroughly. Your next step should be to plug up any holes or entrances that you have found. Do this at night if possible. That is when the bats will be out and about. and they wont be able to crawl back in the following morning. You don't want them to get stuck inside your home. To plug the holes you can use heavy duty trash bags, wood, caulk, or cement. Any of those items will do, which ever is best for your home's roof.
Bats can squeeze through very small cracks so make sure that your patchwork is really good and stable. It is also best to make sure it is weather resistant. You shouldn't have to worry about the bats trying to chew holes through the materials you've put up, because they generally don't do that. But they will slip into small openings so keep that in mind while repairing. If you fear the problem may persist you can look into getting an actual bat house for them to live in.
This will keep the away from your roof given the fact that they'll have their own. You can always build one of these yourself, or you can purchase one that is approved by Bat Conservation International for around 75 dollars for a standard bat house, or a higher quality steel construction for up to 300 dollars. Hopefully these tips and steps will help you form a plan to make the first steps in getting rid of your bat problem. Keep in mind it is not an uncommon situation and shouldn't pose to much of a danger to your housing if handled promptly. As always consult professionals if you ever feel the task of removal may be a danger to you or the bats safety.
You may also have to venture on top of the roof and check there for openings as well. The openings they can slip through can be as small as 1 1/2 inches wide, so check thoroughly. Your next step should be to plug up any holes or entrances that you have found. Do this at night if possible. That is when the bats will be out and about. and they wont be able to crawl back in the following morning. You don't want them to get stuck inside your home. To plug the holes you can use heavy duty trash bags, wood, caulk, or cement. Any of those items will do, which ever is best for your home's roof.
Bats can squeeze through very small cracks so make sure that your patchwork is really good and stable. It is also best to make sure it is weather resistant. You shouldn't have to worry about the bats trying to chew holes through the materials you've put up, because they generally don't do that. But they will slip into small openings so keep that in mind while repairing. If you fear the problem may persist you can look into getting an actual bat house for them to live in.
This will keep the away from your roof given the fact that they'll have their own. You can always build one of these yourself, or you can purchase one that is approved by Bat Conservation International for around 75 dollars for a standard bat house, or a higher quality steel construction for up to 300 dollars. Hopefully these tips and steps will help you form a plan to make the first steps in getting rid of your bat problem. Keep in mind it is not an uncommon situation and shouldn't pose to much of a danger to your housing if handled promptly. As always consult professionals if you ever feel the task of removal may be a danger to you or the bats safety.