Professional bat removal becomes essential if the flying rodents have taken over your attic. The animals carry numerous diseases that make humans extremely sick, including histoplasmosis, a potentially-fatal illness spread through bat excrement. If you think bats are moving into your attic but aren’t quite sure, review telltale signs you cannot ignore. 

4 Common Signs of a Bat Problem in the Attic

1. Bats Flying at Sunrise & Sunset

As nocturnal creatures, bats are most active at night. An infestation often means seeing bats flying around your home at sunrise and sunset during their roosting and hunting activities, respectively. While seeing the occasional bat at night does not signal problems, multiple flying rodents are a cause for concern. While you might also see dead bats around your property, never touch a live or dead bat with your bare hands to avoid virus transmissions. 

2. Noticeable Guano

Bat guano, or droppings, has a black, pebble-like appearance that builds up as an infestation worsens. The excrement includes ammonia, so you might notice a strong odor as more bats invade your residence. Take pictures of any guano you see and have your home professionally cleaned and sterilized following bat removal services. Do not touch the droppings for health reasons, especially since they can contain and transmit cryptococcosis.  

3. Chirping & Squeaking Noises

While bats do not make noises while flying, they rely on sound to communicate with each other. Any chirping and squeaking noises coming from your attic can mean bats have become stuck and are attempting to escape. Bats that are trapped behind walls or in air vents also make squeaking and chirping sounds. 

4. Entry & Exit Point Stains

The flying rodents have naturally greasy coats. Entry and exit points around your attic and any other areas of your home often feature greasy black or brown stains when there's bat activity. You might also see urine or guano stains appear on ceilings due to the infestation’s severity. Have all stained areas cleaned and sterilized after bat removal services to maintain a healthy home since the stains can also transmit disease. 

Schedule bat removal with AllPest Pest Control & Wildlife in Lewisburg, OH, to maintain a healthy home. All technicians are fully licensed and provide residents throughout the Miami Valley Area with a variety of pest control services, including raccoon removal, termite treatment, and bed bug heat treatment. Call the family-owned company today at (937) 884-5646 to make an appointment or learn more about bat removal services online.