Bat Removal FAQs
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Signs of Bats in Your Property?
If you have seen bats or bat guano on your property you may be dealing with a possible bat infestation. The longer you wait, the more serious your bat problem will become.
Don’t hesitate to contact us today for a no-obligations consultation.
Do i Need rabies shots?
Most people who see a bat do not need rabies shots. While bats are one of the primary wildlife carriers of rabies in the United States, only a small percentage are actually infected. However, any direct contact with a bat — especially a bite, scratch, or waking up in a room with a bat present — should be taken seriously.
If you believe you may have been exposed, contact your doctor or local health department promptly for guidance. Additionally if any vulnerable adult or child has been near a bat, it is best to seek medical advice. Avoid handling bats yourself, particularly if a bat appears sick, injured, unable to fly, or is active during the daytime. Professional bat removal and exclusion can help reduce the risk of future encounters while safely keeping bats out of your home.
Will Insurance Cover Bat Removal?
Bat exclusion, bat proofing, guano clean-up, Histoplasmosis mitigation and repairs to your building from damage caused by bats is often very expensive.
Insurance companies and bat removal often do not go hand in hand. Many insurers feel it is the duty of the owner of the property to prevent the infestation or eradicate it long before any damage is done. In many cases, the property owner is left to pay for any damages.
However, you may be entitled to coverage from your insurance policy. We have helped customers make successful claims on their home insurance policies. While every case is different, our expert insurance coordinators can help you understand what you are entitled to, and how best to navigate the insurance claims process.
is bat guano dangerous?
Ask nearly anyone, and you’ll hear that bats (although essential to our ecosystem) carry a serious risk of transmitting rabies. But a lesser known danger, and one that is not as easy to avoid, is histoplasmosis, a serious respiratory disease you can get from exposure to bat guano (bat droppings). What is Histoplasmosis? Read our full article to learn more.
How do I get rid of bats?
Getting rid of bats requires more than simply removing the animals you can see. Effective bat removal involves identifying entry points, sealing secondary gaps, installing one-way exclusion devices so bats can safely leave, and permanently sealing the structure to prevent them from returning. Because bats are protected in many states and can carry health risks such as rabies or histoplasmosis, bat removal should be approached carefully and in accordance with local laws. While some homeowners attempt bat exclusion themselves, DIY bat removal is risky and often unsuccessful. For this reason, most people choose to work with professional bat removal specialists to help ensure bat infestations are resolved safely and completely.
How expensive is bat removal?
The truth is, bat work is expensive. While many residential jobs can be completed for less than $4000, we’ve done jobs that ended up costing homeowners as much as $25,000. Why the wide range? Bats are not your usual pests and bat removal is a complicated process. Read our article “6 Reasons Behind the Costs of Bat Removal” to learn more.
What if Your Landlord Will Not Fix a Bat Problem?
If your landlord is not addressing a bat problem, it is usually best to start by working together toward a solution rather than creating conflict. In some cases, landlords may not fully understand the seriousness of the issue, the potential health concerns, or the cost of long-term property damage caused by bats and guano.
Providing clear information, documenting the problem in writing, and encouraging a professional inspection can often help move the process forward.
If repeated efforts to resolve the issue are unsuccessful, tenants may have legal protections under local housing and health laws. Because landlord-tenant laws vary by state, renters should consider contacting their local housing authority, health department, or legal professional for guidance specific to their situation.
Read our full article on this topic below.