
What to do if a Bat is Flying Around
A bat flying around your home can be a frightening experience because, while bats are mostly harmless to humans, they can carry rabies. However, it is important to remember that the bat is probably at least as scared as you are. If you stay calm, you can de-escalate the situation and prevent a confrontation that ends badly for both you and the bat. A calm assessment allows you to figure out whether the bat just accidentally flew into your home or whether it is roosting there, possibly alongside others. The former is a situation that you can probably resolve on your own, but the latter requires professional bat removal.