Humane Bat Removal in Los Angeles

Animal Capture Wildlife Control is a recognized leader in bat removal in Los Angeles, with work featured on Discovery Channel and Animal Planet.

Bats play an important role in controlling insect populations, but when they move from natural roosts into man-made structures, professional animal control is critical. Because bats are protected wildlife, improper handling can lead to health risks, property damage, and legal problems.

How Bats Enter Homes and Where They Roost

Bats are nocturnal mammals that live in colonies and roost in elevated, enclosed spaces that protect them from predators and weather. Attics, chimneys, wall voids, and rooflines closely match these conditions.

Bats are extremely flexible and can enter through very small gaps, often as small as a quarter. Once inside, they use the space as a long-term roost, especially during seasonal shifts when natural shelter is limited.

Common entry locations include:

• Roof joints and eaves
• Chimneys and vents
• Gaps in siding or fascia
• Attic access points

Homeowners often notice bats by:

• Seeing them exit the structure at dusk
• Finding bat feces along walls or below rooflines

Bat droppings, also called guano, resemble mouse droppings but break down into dust when crushed. Bat guano cleanup should only be handled using proper protective gear due to potential health risks.

Health and Property Risks Associated With Bats

Once bats establish a colony inside a structure, risks increase over time. Common concerns and health hazards include:

• Accumulation of bat guano and urine
• Structural damage and damage to insulation, vents, wiring, and soffits
• Strong odors that spread through walls and ceilings

Bat guano can contain Histoplasma fungus, which causes histoplasmosis, a serious lung infection in people and pets. Bats can also carry rabies. Any direct contact with a bat requires immediate medical guidance.

Humane Bat Control Services

Our bat control services include:

• Installing one-way bat exclusion devices that allow bats to exit safely and prevent re-entry
• Sealing access points and vulnerable gaps after bat colony removal
• Performing dead animal removal when bats are found deceased inside the structure
• Providing bat guano cleanup to address contamination, odor, and health concerns

Bat colony removal is restricted during the nursing season from June through August. During this period, young bats cannot fly, and exclusion would result in deaths inside the structure. We schedule work responsibly and in full compliance with wildlife removal laws.

Bat Infestation Prevention Tips

After bat exclusion and sealing work are completed, prevention focuses on keeping bats from returning to the structure.

Effective bat pest control steps include:

• Installing bat houses away from the home after all entry points are sealed
• Maintaining rooflines, vents, and siding to eliminate gaps bats can use
• Reducing insect activity near the structure by limiting exterior night lighting

These steps help redirect bats to appropriate roosting areas while keeping homes and buildings protected.

Bat Removal FAQs

Can anyone remove a bat?

No. Bats are a protected species. In California, bat removal must follow state and federal wildlife laws and is typically handled by licensed wildlife trapping professionals. Improper capture or handling of bats can be illegal.

What is humane bat trapping?

Humane bat trapping uses exclusion methods that allow bats to leave a structure without being harmed. This approach helps property owners get rid of bats legally by guiding them out through one-way devices and sealing entry points to prevent return.

Are you a bat exterminator?

No. Animal Capture Wildlife Control is not a bat exterminator. We do not kill bats. Using a Los Angeles exterminator to kill bats is illegal and ineffective. Our team uses proven methods to safely remove bats while protecting the structure and complying with wildlife laws.

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