The Greater Boston area is home to several types of urban wildlife, including bats. These flying mammals are often protected critters because of their role in the local ecosystem as natural pollinators and mosquito predators. Despite their importance, bats can quickly become a nuisance if they decide to roost in your attic; however, their status as a protected species can make their removal quite tricky. Therefore, if you suspect nuisance bats are roosting in your Cambridge home or business, you’ll need the licensed services of the bat removal experts at Critter Control® of Boston.
Signs of Invasive Bats
Due to their small size and nocturnal sleeping patterns, bats can go a while without being detected on your property. Fortunately, nuisance bat infestations can be detected if you look for the following signs:
- Noise: Listen for scratching, fluttering and screeching noises coming from your attic or walls, particularly at dawn and dusk when bats are most active.
- Stains: As bats squeeze through entry points, their fur will leave dark, greasy stains on surrounding walls.
- Droppings: Also known as guano, bat droppings are a corrosive and toxic substance that can cause dangerous respiratory illnesses if inhaled. Guano also leaves a strong, distinct smell (similar to ammonia) that will emanate throughout your property.
The more time bats have on your property, the more damage they can cause to critical parts of your home’s infrastructure. That’s why you should call the bat removal experts at Critter Control® of Boston as soon as you notice any signs of a bat infestation.
Safe and Effective Cambridge Bat Removal
Due to their protected legal status, bats can only be relocated by licensed professionals at certain times of the year during bat mating season, making DIY bat removal not just difficult, but also illegal. Instead of risking steep fines by doing it yourself, leave bat removal to the experts at Critter Control® of Boston. Our team of professionals use a four-step process that is low-risk, low impact and eco-friendly. Our method includes:
- Inspection: Our licensed technician will conduct a thorough walkthrough of your property’s interior and exterior to determine the size and extent of the bat infestation.
- Removal: Using humane methods, we’ll exclude all bats from your property.
- Exclusion: To prevent the critters from returning, we’ll install exclusionary methods, such as vent screens and chimney caps to keep bats out for good.
- Restoration: Any contaminants or property damage caused by the infestation is cleaned, sanitized and restored, bringing your property back to its pre-infestation condition.
Whether your Cambridge property is overrun with bats or you want to prevent a problem from developing, rely on the experts at Critter Control® of Boston for safe and effective services throughout the Greater Boston area. To schedule an inspection for your Cambridge home or business and receive a free bat removal estimate, call us today at 617-975-0440.
