Bat removal and control
bat removal in ludington, MI
Although many people are afraid of bats, they are actually a very beneficial part of nature. Bats eat more insects than you can imagine. For this reason, it’s good to have bats living AROUND your house. The problem starts when the bats begin living IN your house. Bats are known to carry rabies and other harmful diseases. Bats can become a serious nuisance in homes, businesses, buildings, and churches, often requiring professional bat removal.
Common signs that you have a bat problem:
- Finding a bat flying inside your living space
- Hearing scratching or rustling in your walls or ceiling
- Bat guano
If you are experiencing any of the above signs, give Hammond Animal Removal in Ludington a call today at 231-742-8468.
Our goal is to protect the bat population and the human population at the same time.
Hammond Animal Removal will find the structural problems with your building that allowed the bats to move in. We will allow the bats to leave. The entry/exit points will then be repaired or blocked, so the bats cannot re-enter.
What Damage Do Bats Cause?
Spread of Disease
Bats, like many wild animals, can carry rabies. While bites are uncommon, the potential risk makes bat encounters unsafe. Bat droppings (guano) can also contain spores that cause Histoplasmosis, a respiratory disease that can be severe in infants, the elderly, and anyone with weakened immunity.
Bat Mites
Bat mites are frequently mistaken for bed bugs. Pest control companies sometimes treat entire homes for bed bugs, not realizing the real source is a bat colony. Even if the bugs are killed, new mites return as long as bats remain in the structure.
Structural Damage
Although bats don’t chew through homes, their waste can cause significant damage over time. Accumulated guano and urine can soak insulation, stain ceilings, and saturate drywall or particleboard—eventually leading to structural deterioration or collapse.
How Do We Remove Bats?
Most homeowners enjoy seeing bats outdoors but never want them inside their homes. Unfortunately, bats can squeeze through openings as small as ½ inch, making attics an easy target. They prefer tight spaces because these areas keep them hidden and protected from predators.
Our bat removal process includes sealing all potential entry points and installing one-way bat valves. These devices allow bats to exit safely but prevent them from re-entering. We secure vents, fan openings, ridge vents, gable vents, and other vulnerable areas. Since bats cannot chew their way inside like raccoons or squirrels, blocking existing holes is key.
What Areas Do We Provide Bat Removal Services?
Hammond Animal Removal provides bat removal services in the following areas:
- Lake County
- Manistee County
- Mason County
- Oceana County
- Fountain
- Hart
- Ludington
- Mears
- Pentwater
- Scottville
- Walhalla
If you think you may have bats living in your building, call Hammond Animal Removal, LLC. at 231-742-8468. We will meet with you, investigate the matter, and come up with a solution to fix the problem.