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Wildlife problem guide

Bats in the Attic

Bats can enter through surprisingly small gaps near rooflines, vents, flashing, and chimneys.

Bats in the Attic

What to look for

Common signs around your home

  • Fluttering, squeaking, or light scratching near dusk or dawn
  • Dark staining around a roofline gap or vent
  • Droppings collecting below a possible roost
  • Bats repeatedly entering or leaving the same exterior opening

Our process

How we approach the problem

A complete plan addresses the animal, the entry point, and any damage left behind.

  1. 1Inspect the structure and listen to your observations
  2. 2Identify the animal, activity pattern, and likely entry route
  3. 3Use an appropriate humane removal or exclusion approach
  4. 4Repair vulnerable areas and recommend prevention or cleanup work

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