Auburndale is a treasure of Central Florida that boasts unique attractions and beautiful scenery. However, once the night settles, wildlife such as bats may become a threat to the tranquility of your home as they search for shelter inside Auburndale properties. Problems and destruction caused by a bat infestation can span from disturbing sounds and smells to structural damage and the risks of infectious disease.
To help you combat an invasion of nocturnal, flying mammals in Auburndale, here are a few simple methods to implement on your property as well as the permanent bat solutions offered by Critter Control® of Polk County.
2 Common Forms of Bat Damage
Bats cause two common forms of damage: structural and health. Regarding health, bat droppings — also referred to as bat guano — cause fungus to spread through the air. Bats may also carry diseases such as histoplasmosis, a respiratory disease, or rabies.
The structure of your property can also be affected by a bat infestation. For example, guano retains moisture that may weaken certain structures of your property. Bats may also create holes in the wall or chew on electrical wires.
3 Common Bat Deterrents
There are several DIY methods used to deter bats from residential properties, which include using the following materials:
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Aluminum foil and mirror
These two tools, when combined, are known to distort the echolocation of bats. Because the materials affect both light and sound, bats have a harder time navigating. Mounting them in attic spaces will allegedly cause bats to leave your property.
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Mothballs
Bats are naturally repelled by mothballs, which emit a foul odor. Wrapping mothballs in cloth and hanging them around your home may provide a temporary solution.
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Mylar balloons
Bats may be hesitant to get near mylar balloons because they are confused by their reflective surface. Placing them near entry points may keep bats at bay.
Although these methods serve as quick and simple solutions, it is best to rely on a trained professional to most effectively get the job done.
Legal and CritterSafe® Bat Removal
Because bats are a protected species, the trained professionals at Critter Control® of Polk County will conduct an effective four-step process to remove a bat infestation on your Auburndale property.
Our steps include:
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Inspection
Our experienced professionals identify entry points and devise a removal strategy
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Removal
Humane and legal removal tactics are implemented
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Exclusion
Long-term solutions such as one-day doors are installed to restrict bat reentry
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Restoration
Any and all bat-related damage is cleaned and repaired.
With the effective techniques used by our animal control specialists in Auburndale, your property will be permanently free of a bat infestation.
To schedule a free consultation, contact Critter Control® of Polk County today at 863-204-2815.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- How do I know if I have bats in my attic?
Common signs include squeaking sounds at dusk or dawn, droppings near entry points, staining around roof openings and seeing bats flying around the property at night.
- What draws bats into houses?
Bats roost in dark, quiet, sheltered places. Attics are generally a warm and sheltered environment that is conducive to the development of a colony of bats.
- Are bats bothering my property?
Bats themselves are usually not destructive to buildings, but their guano and urine can foul insulation, cause odors and affect the air quality in the buildings.
- Can I get rid of bats myself?
Bat removal should be done carefully because bats are protected in many cases. Professional exclusion techniques safely induce bats to vacate without trapping them inside.
5.How do professionals keep bats away?
Once removed, technicians find and seal points of entry around the roof line, vents and other openings. This prevents future colonies from having access to the property.
