Bat Exclusion Services

Bat Exclusion for Long Island Homes

The team at EEC has years of experience handling bats and knows exactly how bat exclusion works. We can remove the bats from your property quickly, along with any droppings. Cleaning up bat poop is not as easy as it sounds, but our bat exclusion methods will make sure that any and all bats do not return to the premises.

For more information about our bat removal and animal control services, please reach out to us today. We will happily answer any questions you might have about your current bat infestation in your home or commercial establishment. When you reach out to us, we can provide you with a free consultation and estimate for our work. Our bat exclusion services are available to home and business owners throughout Suffolk and Nassau County on Long Island, New York. There are certain tactics we use as professionals to handle this tricky situation.

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What is Bat Exclusion?

If you have bats, the only way to get rid of them is to evict them entirely from your home. This bat eviction process is typically called exclusion. Sure, you can actually do it, but Lenny Bilski has the proper experience to professionally fix your bat situation.

The main starting point of bat exclusion involves covering the openings the bats use to enter with netting or tubes. This allows for the bats to still drop down and fly out, but are unable to crawl back in again.

However, before this process begins, all Long Island homeowners must accept that bat exclusion is a big job. Moreso if the house is a little more rundown, because there are many cracks in which the bats can enter into the home. Fortunately, if your house is structurally sound, then a bat has fewer entry points, which makes the process much easier. When starting out, Lenny will inspect your home to see how much work he is in for and can give you an estimate right on the spot.

How Professional Bat Exclusion Works

Professional wildlife control experts use proven exclusion techniques designed to remove bats safely and humanely. The process typically includes:

  • A comprehensive inspection to locate every bat entry point.
  • Identification of active roosting areas.
  • Installation of one-way exclusion devices that allow bats to leave but prevent re-entry.
  • Sealing all potential access points after the bats have exited.
  • Recommendations for long-term prevention to keep bats out.

What is the Best Time of Year to Exclude Bats?

The best time of year for bat exclusion is in late summer or early spring. Once mid-May rolls around, female bats begin giving birth to pups that cannot fly for several weeks. So that makes the bat exclusion process very difficult.

Also, if you start the process too early in the summertime, you may be left with orphaned baby bats in your home. These bats cannot survive without their mother, so that is an inhumane way of dealing with the issue.

In many parts of the country, house bats migrate in the fall. This is so they can hibernate in mines and deep caves during the cold winter months. So, if your bats leave for the winter and you know how they come in, then late fall is an excellent time to seal up all exterior entry points. It is also imperative to clean up the droppings. Learn more about bat poop clean up and why it is important.

However, not all bats migrate. Sometimes, they will actually hibernate in the house itself, which means evicting them is not possible since they are still present and would need to fly out. Fortunately, these bats primarily live in the Southeast. So most bat exclusion methods on Long Island, New York are effective for hibernating bats.

When Should You Turn To a Professional for Bat Exclusion?

While bats provide valuable natural pest control by feeding on insects, they can become a serious problem when they take up residence inside your home. If you suspect a bat infestation, it's important to act quickly. Professional bat exclusion safely removes bats from your property while preventing them from returning.

Common Signs You Need Bat Exclusion

If you notice any of the following, it's time to contact a professional bat removal specialist:

  • Scratching or squeaking noises in your attic or walls, especially around dusk or dawn.
  • Bats flying around your roofline or entering and exiting your home in the evening.
  • Bat droppings (guano) accumulating in your attic, near entry points, or around your home's exterior.
  • Dark stains or oily marks around vents, soffits, chimneys, or roof gaps caused by repeated bat activity.
  • Strong, musty odors coming from your attic or wall cavities due to guano buildup.
  • A bat found inside your living space, particularly if you don't know how it entered.

Why DIY Bat Removal Isn't Recommended

Attempting to remove bats yourself can create bigger problems. Simply sealing entry holes without ensuring all bats have exited can trap them inside your home, leading to odors, property damage, and additional infestations. In many areas, bats are also protected wildlife, and removal must follow specific regulations, particularly during maternity season when young bats are unable to fly.

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