BAT REMOVAL PROCESS
Assess and Remove
The key to removing bats from your home is determining their entry points. Bats can enter through small openings and leave very little trace behind. Our expert technicians will identify all the entry points and evict the colony humanely using one-way doors that allow the bats to leave for food but prevent their re-entry.
Clear and Clean
Depending on the size of the colony and how long they’ve been living in the home there could be a large mess to clean up. Our wildlife technicians will thoroughly remove bat guano and disinfect the space to eliminate any harmful traces left behind.
Prevent and Protect
Our wildlife technicians will provide a full, comprehensive protection plan against any future bat infestations. This would include sealing all the tiny gaps and openings around your home’s roofline to keep bats out.
WHAT OUR MARKHAM CLIENTS SAY:
When I called to book an inspection, I was given a quick booking time. James M came within the window of time, called ahead and was professional upon arrival. He was able to assess the property and give me a plan of action! He was able to provide great solutions to the problem! I would recommend!
Julie Riegert
Bats in Markham
Bats are the only flying mammals in the world. They are fascinating creatures that get a bad reputation despite the enormous amount of good they do for the environment. Bats pollinate many of the fruits we enjoy and help control insect populations. They are shy by nature and try to avoid contact with humans.
Even though they would rather be left alone, they can still find their way into homes. Since bats are messy housemates, a colony in your attic should be removed. All bats in Canada are either threatened or endangered, so our humane wildlife control specialists at Skedaddle know how to safely handle and care for bats to ensure their safety and the safety of our customers.
In all, there are eight species of bats in Ontario. The little and big brown bats and the northern long-eared myotis are the species Markham residents can find roosting in their houses. All bat species are protected both provincially and nationally in Canada, so it is illegal to harm or kill them. It is unlawful to remove bats from a home during hibernation or when babies are too young to leave their mothers.
Bats seek shelter in dark and quiet areas, so attic conditions are perfect for them to live and breed. If a colony is large enough, homeowners might hear squeaking noises. Bats produce a large amount of waste (guano) and the smell can become overwhelming.
They occasionally get inside your home through fireplaces and openings from the attic. If a bat is in your home, call a professional to get assistance. Bats have fragile bone structures and are easily injured, so safe handling is essential.
Bat Facts
FACT:
Bats use echolocation to fly. They produce high-frequency sound waves that bounce off objects then echo back to help them navigate their surroundings.
FACT:
There are 1400 species of bats found in almost every part of the world. Bats do not live in extreme climates, such as deserts or polar regions.
FACT:
A single brown bat can catch up to 1000 insects per hour.
FACT:
Bats fly at speeds of over 100 miles per hour. Speed does vary by species.
FACT:
Bat droppings can cause histoplasmosis a serious and possibly life-threatening lung infection in humans or pets.
FACT:
Bats will roost in attics, fireplaces, windowsills, eaves, basements and closets.
FACT:
Humane removal and exclusion techniques are the best way to keep bats out of your home and attic.
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