Bats are mammals that fly; and they use their gift of flight to assist in their search for better shelter from predators and inclement weather conditions.\u00a0 Although bats are quite beneficial to our ecosystem, the same cannot be said for their influences on our commercial real estate.<\/p>\n
Once bats find shelter in our buildings and around our properties, their natural behaviors of feeding, breeding, nesting, and other activity affects the value and construction of the property.\u00a0 Their droppings and urine can soil insulation in attics and crawl spaces. It can also seep into ceilings and walls, creating foul and unexplained odors.\u00a0 Sheet rock, ceilings, dry wall, insulation, roof shingles, siding, and more can all be damaged by bat infestations and nesting.<\/p>\n
If you suspect you may have a colony of bats living inside your building or around our property, it is important to take action right away.\u00a0 The longer bats dwell within these spaces, the more damage will accumulate over time.\u00a0 Once there is even the slightest suspicion that you may have a case of bats nesting in or around your property, something must be done.<\/p>\n
Here are some clues to help decipher whether or not you have bats living within or around your building.\u00a0 Be sure to never attempt to trap a bat on your own because it can be dangerous and risk more damages to your building.\u00a0 Read the telltale signs below, and if any clue describes your situation, then you could definitely have bats on your property and will need to contact a professional bat control company for assistance.<\/p>\n
Mysterious Stains on Walls and Ceilings<\/strong>:\u00a0 If bats are in the attic areas of a building, their droppings and urine have nowhere else to go but down.\u00a0 Down the ceilings and walls it flows; attracting insects and others pests, resulting in more of an infestation problem.\u00a0 This situation causes discolored stains and foul odors which is a common sign of bat invasion.<\/p>\n Bat Guano<\/strong>:\u00a0 If anyone spots or smells bat droppings, you have bats near your building.\u00a0 Bat guano also has a very distinct odor which easily sets it apart and distinguishes it from other animal droppings.\u00a0 Bat guano is often found near bat entrances and is another sure sign that there are bats living on your property.<\/p>\n Flying Bats<\/strong>:\u00a0 If anyone sees even one bat flying around your property or building, it could mean that they are lost from the colony and searching for them.\u00a0 The colony could be inside the building and the bat is unable to find the entrance again, or, it could mean that the colony is close enough to your property that stray bats on wandering close by.<\/p>\n Scratching and Squeaking Noises<\/strong>:\u00a0 If noises that sound like squeaks and scratching are heard more than a few times inside walls and other areas of the building, this could mean bats.\u00a0 By taking a closer look, you can figure out if bats have found their way inside the walls leading to the attic and crawl spaces, or if you just have mice.\u00a0 Both are problems.<\/p>\n For more information about bats and a free estimate for your bat removal needs, call our professional Louisville bat control<\/a> experts today.\u00a0 The owners can be reached directly at 502-553-7622<\/strong>. You may also visit our Louisville Bat Removal<\/a> website anytime!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Bats are mammals that fly; and they use their gift of flight to assist in their search for better shelter from predators and inclement weather conditions.\u00a0 Although bats are quite beneficial to our ecosystem, the same cannot be said for … Continue reading