The calls are coming in.
“I think there’s a bat in my attic!”
“There’s scratching in my walls at night!”
“We just saw bats flying out of our barn!”
If this sounds familiar — you’re not alone. As we roll into June and July, bat activity noticeably ramps up, and it’s not by accident. Folks, it’s baby bat season!
While we humans are swapping sunscreen for bug spray and getting ready for summer barbecues, bats are busy expanding their families. And unfortunately for homeowners, your attic, shed, or barn can look like prime real estate to a mama bat looking for a safe nursery.
Why Are Bats So Active Right Now?
From late spring into early summer, many species of bats in New England give birth to their young, called pups. These tiny, blind, and hairless babies cling to their mothers in protected roosts — often in attics, barns, outbuildings, or behind loose siding.
Bat pups grow up fast:
- At birth: Tiny, pink, and completely dependent on mom
- Within 3–4 weeks: Many species are already flying and learning to hunt
- By 6–9 months: Female bats reach reproductive maturity
- Males mature around a year
During this critical month after birth, adult bats stay active to feed their growing pups. That’s why you’ll see more bats swooping at dusk and hear more activity in your attic or walls. Some species add new juveniles to their hunting parties as early as four weeks old — so if bats have made your home theirs, you could quickly go from a handful of bats to a whole colony.
How Do You Know If You’re Sharing Your Space with Bats?
Other than the obvious flutter of wings overhead at dusk, there are a few signs that suggest you may have bats roosting inside your home, shed, or barn.
Watch (and listen) for:
- Scratching, squeaking, or fluttering sounds at night
- Small piles of bat droppings (guano) in attic corners or under eaves
- A strong, musty odor from accumulated guano
- Greasy, dark stains around small openings or gaps (from bat fur oils)
- Bats visibly exiting from the same spot at dusk
Guano tip:
Bat droppings resemble mouse droppings but tend to accumulate only in areas directly under roosting spots. They’re dry, brittle, and break apart easily — often revealing shiny insect parts from the bat’s diet.
Prevention Is Better Than Eviction
Bats only need a gap as small as a quarter of an inch to enter a home — yes, even brand-new homes aren’t immune. These agile little mammals can squeeze into soffits, attic vents, gaps behind fascia boards, chimneys, and anywhere else they find shelter.
At Advanced Wildlife Control, our licensed specialists know exactly where to look and how to identify the often-overlooked entry points that others miss. If you suspect bats may already be present, professional bat removal services can help safely and humanely remove them.
Bat-Proofing Checklist
Around your home:
- Seal gaps in siding, soffits, and fascia boards
- Install chimney caps and screened attic vents
- Check for missing or damaged shingles or trim
- Use caulk or hardware cloth to fill gaps around pipes and cables
In outbuildings:
- Secure loose boards and gaps along rooflines
- Screen windows and vents
- Remove piles of debris or unused equipment that offer shelter
Important:
Never seal a bat roost while bats are still inside. This can trap adults and pups, creating a hazardous situation for you and them. Always consult a licensed wildlife professional for safe, humane removal.
Why Advanced Wildlife Control Supports Bat Conservation
You might be surprised to hear this from a wildlife removal company — but we genuinely like bats. And you should too.
Bats are one of the best natural insect control systems on the planet. A single little brown bat can eat up to 1,000 mosquitoes in an hour — imagine what a small colony can do!
That’s why Advanced Wildlife Control always practices humane, responsible bat management through proper removal and long-term wildlife prevention services.
We prioritize:
- Safe, exclusion-only removal
- Sealing all access points only after bats have safely left
- Offering advice on local bat conservation options
- Helping homeowners maintain a bat-free, healthy environment
We believe in protecting both people and the critical bat populations that keep our ecosystems in balance.
Bat Health & Safety Hazards
Guano and Histoplasmosis
Large amounts of bat guano (droppings) can grow a fungus called Histoplasma capsulatum. When inhaled, its spores cause histoplasmosis, a serious respiratory illness.
Guano Clean-Up Safety Tips:
- Wear gloves, goggles, and an N95 respirator
- Avoid stirring up dust
- For large or long-term accumulations, call Advanced Wildlife Control for professional removal and sanitization
Rabies and Bats
Though only a small percentage of bats carry rabies, they’re one of the top wild animal rabies carriers in the U.S. Any direct contact warrants caution.
Special warning:
If you find a bat in a bedroom, nursery, or a room where someone was sleeping or unattended, call us immediately. Even without a visible bite, exposure could still occur.
When to Call Advanced Wildlife Control
If you suspect bats are roosting in your attic, barn, or outbuildings — or see signs like droppings, stains, or consistent nighttime noises — it’s time to call the experts.
Advanced Wildlife Control offers:
- FREE home and property inspections
- Humane, licensed bat removal and exclusion
- Guano clean-up and attic sanitizing
- Custom sealing services to prevent future infestations
- Bat conservation education for homeowners and property managers
Final Bat Prevention & Inspection Checklist
Before summer baby bats make your attic their nursery:
Around the Home:
- Seal all cracks and gaps 1/4” or larger
- Install vent covers and chimney caps
- Repair loose siding and trim
- Inspect rooflines, attic vents, and eaves
In Outbuildings:
- Patch holes in barns and sheds
- Screen windows and vents
- Remove brush piles and debris
Signs It’s Time to Call the Pros:
- Noises in attic or walls at night
- Guano piles in attic or barn corners
- Greasy smudge marks near eaves and vents
- Bat sightings at dusk around your home
Call Advanced Wildlife Control — Before Things Get Too Batty
Whether it’s one bat in your attic or a full-fledged maternity colony moving in, Advanced Wildlife Control has the expertise, humane approach, and conservation-minded strategy to handle it.
Contact us today for your FREE inspection — because when it comes to bats, prevention is protection.
And remember — it’s baby bat season, folks!
