Many people have misconceptions about bats. This is typically due to the folklore about them as these stories relate to vampires and superheroes. These myths tend to spread faster than the animals themselves. It’s important to know fact vs. myth when it comes to bats because they may be closer to you than you realize.
Here are the myths and facts of bat removal:
Myth #1: Bats only live in caves.
Fact: Many bats prefer attics, chimneys, and roof vents. They seek quiet, warm places that stay dry year-round.
Myth #2: All bats are dangerous.
Fact: Most bats in North Carolina are harmless and help control insect populations. Problems arise when colonies settle inside homes, not from bats outdoors.
Myth #3: You can just wait for bats to leave.
Fact: Once bats find a safe roosting place, they return to it year after year. Professional removal and sealing are the only ways to break the cycle.
Myth #4: Bat removal can be done anytime.
Fact: Certain bat removal steps must be timed to protect both people and property, in accordance with state wildlife requirements. Baby bats rely on their mother for a 5-week period and cannot be evicted during this time. After they are able to fly and are self-reliant, they may be removed and relocated.
Myth #5: Bats are eating in my home.
Fact: Bats aren’t eating the food in your home and then returning to where they are roosting. The typical behavior is that at night the bats will leave through the opening through which they originally entered your home to feed.
With professional bat removal comes inspection, removal, and remediation. We will make sure your home will be cleared of all bats, and all openings will be sealed, so they cannot return. When this step is completed, the bats will find a new home!