If bats have taken over your attic, walls, or chimney, our Dahlonega Bat Removal experts provide fast, humane, and effective solutions to protect your home. While bats play a vital role in controlling mosquito populations, having them inside your property can lead to serious problems. Their droppings, known as guano, can cause foul odors, structural damage, and even spread airborne diseases like Histoplasmosis. Additionally, bats can carry rabies, posing a potential health risk to humans and pets.

Our licensed and insured team specializes in bat control, exclusion, and guano cleanup, ensuring your home is safe and secure. Using industry-leading exclusion techniques, we remove bats without harm and seal all entry points to prevent future infestations. Don’t let a bat colony take over your home—contact us today for expert bat removal services in Dahlonega and surrounding areas.

Residents in Achasta, Montaluce, and Sky Country have trusted our bat removal services. We’ve conducted bat exclusions along Auraria Road and Crown Mountain Drive, ensuring homes near University of North Georgia and Dahlonega Gold Museum are protected. Properties along Yahoola Road and Chestatee Street have also benefited from our humane bat hand removal techniques.

• Appearance: Large bat with glossy brown fur, broad wings, and a wingspan of about 12-14 inches.
• Habitat: Commonly roosts in attics, barns, and other buildings. They prefer warm, dark, undisturbed areas for their colonies.
• Danger: While beneficial for insect control, their guano (bat droppings) can accumulate, leading to foul odors, structural damage, and the potential spread of histoplasmosis, a respiratory disease caused by fungal spores in bat guano.

• Appearance: Small bat with brown fur and a wingspan of about 8-11 inches.
• Habitat: Often roosts in attics, eaves, and outbuildings. They are particularly attracted to older homes where they can find entry points.
• Danger: Can form large colonies that produce significant amounts of guano, which can damage insulation and drywall. Like other bats, they can carry rabies, posing a potential risk to homeowners.

• Appearance: Medium-sized bat with dark brown or black fur and a wingspan of 10-11 inches.
• Habitat: Known to roost in attics, behind shutters, and under roof tiles. They are common in suburban areas and can enter homes through small gaps in siding or roofing.
• Danger: Colonies can produce large amounts of guano, and like other bat species, they are potential carriers of rabies and can bring in ectoparasites like mites and fleas.

• Appearance: Small bat with light brown to yellowish fur, and a wingspan of 8-10 inches.
• Habitat: Often roosts in attics, barns, and other man-made structures, particularly during winter hibernation.
• Danger: Guano buildup from their colonies can cause health risks and damage to insulation and woodwork. They are also known carriers of the fungus that causes white-nose syndrome, which doesn’t affect humans but can be a concern for bat populations.

• Appearance: Medium-sized with dark brown to gray fur and long, narrow wings. Known for the tail that extends beyond the membrane, giving a “free-tailed” appearance.
• Habitat: Often found roosting in large numbers in buildings, especially in attics, chimneys, and under roof tiles. This species forms large colonies and is common in both urban and rural areas.
• Danger: Large colonies can create extensive guano buildup, leading to odor problems and the potential for structural damage. They are also possible carriers of rabies and can introduce parasites into homes.

• Appearance: Small bat with grayish-brown fur and a wingspan of about 9-11 inches.
• Habitat: While they typically roost in caves, they are known to colonize buildings, especially in areas near wetlands. They may also roost in attics or behind shutters.
• Danger: Their presence can result in guano accumulation, which can cause structural issues and pose health risks due to histoplasmosis. These bats are often found in smaller colonies compared to other species.

• Appearance: Similar in appearance to the Brazilian free-tailed bat with dark fur and long wings, and a tail extending beyond the membrane.
• Habitat: Frequently roosts in large numbers in man-made structures such as attics, barns, and under roof tiles, especially in southern regions of Georgia.
• Danger: Large colonies can produce substantial guano, which can cause structural damage and health risks. These bats can also carry rabies, though transmission to humans is rare.

Bats commonly enter buildings through openings associated with the roof edge and valleys, eaves, apex of the gable, chimney, attic or roof vent, dormers, and siding trim gaps. Other openings may be found under loose-fitting doors, around windows, gaps around various conduits (wiring, plumbing, air conditioning) that pass through walls, and through utility vents.  However, about 90% of our bat removal jobs are in the gable vents alone. We only seal what we feel is necessary to keep the bats out & to-date we have never had a breach in our bat exclusion work.

Q) How do I know if bats are roosting in my attic?

A) A common sign of bats in the attic is dark stains or smudges on attic vents, caused by bats squeezing through tight gaps and leaving behind natural body oils. Homeowners may also notice bat droppings (guano) accumulating near entry points, hear light scratching or fluttering sounds at night, or see bats entering or exiting around dusk and dawn. A full attic inspection can confirm their presence.

Q) What should I do if I find a bat flying inside my house?

A) Stay calm and avoid physical contact. If no one in your home has touched the bat, you can try to gently guide it out by opening a window or exterior door. If the bat does not leave or if you are uncomfortable handling the situation, call a professional bat removal company. If anyone has potentially been bitten or scratched, safely contain the bat in a box and take it to the local health department for rabies testing.

Q) Is bat removal in Dahlonega, GA legal?

A) Yes, removing bats is completely legal, but bats cannot be harmed during the process due to their protected status under state and federal wildlife laws. This is why professional bat removal specialists use exclusion-based techniques, which allow bats to leave safely while preventing their return.

Q) What is bat exclusion, and how does it work?

A) Bat exclusion is a humane method of permanently removing bats from a structure. It involves installing one-way bat valves at known entry points, allowing the bats to exit but not return. After all bats have left, professionals seal all potential re-entry points using wildlife-proof materials. Most licensed bat exclusion companies offer a 10-year warranty, ensuring long-term protection.

Q) How long does it take to remove bats from an attic?

A) The timeline for bat removal depends on how deeply the bats have accessed the structure. If they are confined to a gable vent, the removal can often be completed in one day. If they have entered the attic, a one-way bat valve must be installed, allowing them to exit over about a week before sealing their entry points permanently.

Q) Can bats cause damage to my home?

A) Yes, while bats do not chew through materials, their presence can lead to significant damage. Their guano (droppings) can contaminate insulation, stain surfaces, and produce a strong musty odor. If not properly cleaned, these odors can linger long after the bats are gone, making professional sanitation essential.

Q) Are there health risks from having bats in my attic?

A) The biggest health concern from bats is exposure to bat guano, which can contain fungal spores responsible for Histoplasmosis, a respiratory infection. People with weakened immune systems or pre-existing lung conditions are at a higher risk. However, infection occurs only when guano is disturbed, releasing airborne spores. Professional removal ensures safe handling and prevents contamination.

Q) Can bats return after professional exclusion?

A) When done correctly, bat exclusion prevents them from coming back. Professional wildlife specialists seal all primary and backup entry points, ensuring no gaps remain. In rare cases, bats may attempt to find a new access point, but in our 15 years of experience, we have only encountered two situations where bats located an unsealed, uncommon entry, requiring additional work.

Q) Why do bats roost in some homes but not others in Dahlonega?

A) Bats are not attracted to homes by scent or food, but they do seek safe, enclosed spaces that mimic natural caves and tree hollows. Attic vents, chimneys, and soffit gaps provide ideal shelter. If a colony is excluded from one location, they may attempt to relocate to a nearby home with similar features.

Q) When is bat exclusion permitted in Dahlonega?

A) Bat exclusion is prohibited during maternity season, which is a blackout period enforced by the Georgia Department of Natural Resources (DNR). These dates change annually, but typically run from May through August to allow baby bats to mature before being excluded. The best time for bat removal is early spring or late summer through fall.

Q) Do ultrasonic devices work to repel bats?

A) No, ultrasonic bat deterrents do not work. Even if they temporarily startle bats, they quickly become used to the sound, making these devices ineffective. Professional exclusion is the only proven, permanent bat removal solution.

Q) How do professionals clean up bat guano after removal?

A) Proper bat guano cleanup requires HEPA-filtered vacuums, protective suits, and commercial-grade disinfectants. After removal, specialists sanitize and deodorize affected areas using hospital-grade biohazard cleansers designed for wildlife waste removal.

Q) Are bats dangerous to pets?

A) The risk to pets is minimal. Since rabies vaccinations are required for domestic animals, the chance of transmission is extremely low.

Q) What is the cost of bat removal in Dahlonega, GA?

A) The cost varies based on factors like the number of entry points, gable size, roof height, and whether a one-way bat valve is needed. The typical price range is $500 – $2,000, which usually includes a FREE 10-year warranty with professional exclusion services.

Q) Can I completely prevent bats from entering my home?

A) Yes, a properly sealed home will prevent bat infestations. However, leaving a window or door open at night can allow a bat to accidentally fly inside, which is not covered under any warranty. Homeowners should always keep entry points closed at night when bats are active.