It’s still bat season here in the Houston metro area, which means plenty of homes and businesses are contending with colonies.
We’ve spent ample time covering how destructive these little creatures can be, so we thought we’d take the time to address other questions that we receive from our customers on a regular basis.
Here are our most common questions about bat removal services in Houston, TX.
#1) How can you get bats out of the home safely?
We use a proven process to help remove bats.
- First, we conduct an inspection. This allows us to identify how bats are getting into and out of your home, and where they are nesting.
- Second, we add one way doors to entry points. Bats leave to hunt for the night, but can’t get back in when they try to return.
- We seal off entry points as well.
- Finally, we direct you to remediation services who can help you undo bat damage.
The process can get a little more involved for businesses, but remains, essentially, the same.
#2) How much does bat removal cost?
The average homeowner will pay $300 to $1000 for bat removal services. Houston-area businesses may end up paying $1000 to $10,000 depending on the type of building, the extent of the infestation, the accessibility of the colony, and the location of the property.
The sooner you address the problem, the less it tends to cost. This is true both of the initial removal costs and of the eventual clean up and repair costs. If you suspect you have bats in your attic, the best thing you can do is to schedule an inspection as soon as you can.
#3) Do bats really pose a risk to my home?
Yes. Bats can render your home absolutely unlivable. Their guano smells extremely strong. It’s even stronger than cat urine, and if you’ve ever smelled cat urine you know how unpleasant that can be.
Bats drop a lot of guano very quickly, so it won’t take them long to act as a destructive force. In addition, bats are known to carry rabies, which can threaten your health. If you have pets, bats can threaten the very lives of your pets.
#4) Does your company kill bats?
No. Killing bats is illegal in the state of Texas, and we’re committed to humane removal anyway.
We never harm bats. They’re like our little colleagues. Their job is insect removal. It just so happens that our job is making sure they perform their insect removal services outside your home instead of inside of your home.
Schedule a Professional Bat Inspection Today
Suspect you have a bat infestation? Don’t delay. Call Elite Wildlife to schedule your free inspection today.
