Bat Control Keeping Your Property Protected Year-Round from Pests & Wildlife

Bat Control

Name: Pest-End
Address: 91 Plaistow Road Route 125,, Plaistow, NH, 03865
Telephone: (978) 845-1672

We Handle Bats With Care

Bats get a bad rap among those living in the Northeast.

We tend to think of these flying mammals as dirty, diseased, and maybe even a little bit creepy thanks to their nocturnal lifestyle, but the truth about them is so much more than that.

It’s true that, when face-to-face with humans, bats can be dangerous. However, they aren’t like other species of nuisance wildlife. Because of the crucial role bats play in our ecosystem, and the threat they do pose to humans nearby, they can’t just be trapped. As pest control experts, we have a responsibility to see them out safely, for your sake and theirs.

Bats In New England: The Pros & Cons

Beware Of Rabies

At the first sign of a bat visit, contact the licensed wildlife professionals. Bats are not a pest to take into your own hands. When scared, they’ll bite to defend themselves, which is certainly not a risk you want to take with a mammal that has been linked to several fatal diseases, including rabies.

When Bats Hang Around

Have you heard of Histoplasmosis? It’s a disease that’s caused by a fungus that grows in soil and material contaminated with animal droppings. Among the top culprits linked to this disease are bats. Symptoms can include fever, cough, and fatigue or get more severe for individuals with compromised immune systems.

Our Unofficial Assistants In Pest Control

Ultimately, the world is a better place with bats around, at least when they’re not getting into places they shouldn’t. In the wild, they make our job easier by devouring problem insects like beetles, moths, and mosquitoes, and like bees, they help pollinate both agricultural crops and wild flora and can distribute seeds.

Bats Are Sneaky But Always Leave Evidence Behind

When scouting locations for their next nest, bats are crafty. They’re experts at breaking and entering, known to squeeze through even the smallest spaces to find a dark, warm, and safe place to rest. In fact, any opening over 3/8 of an inch is large enough to allow them access. Fortunately for us, they can’t help but leave a trail of proof leading directly to their new hiding spot.

Think you hear the rustling of wings, scratching, or squeaking noises around your home? Look for warning signs in your attic, soffits, and other dark, high-up places. Keep an eye out for dark-colored stains in these areas (the oils on a bat’s body can leave a brown or black residue) or guano (bat droppings).

Bat Exclusion 101: How We Safely Keep Bats Out

There are only two bat species in the Northeast that typically come into contact with humans: the Little Brown Bat and the Big Brown bat. The former, once common throughout our region, now has dwindling population numbers, falling over 95% in the last decade. But this ecologically beneficial species is crucial to our environment, which is why we remove bats with the utmost care. In fact, we never physically take them from homes by hand. Instead, we let them show themselves the door.

When called to the scene of a bat encounter, our wildlife experts use a specific removal strategy known as exclusion. We get bats out by nudging them in the right direction, without ever coming into direct contact with them.

Our Humane Bat Removal Process, Step-by-Step

After locating your unwanted winged guests, we’ll seal off all possible entry points to keep them enclosed, keeping you and the bats out of harm’s way.
We’ll install one-way doors over entrances that the bats are actively using. They’ll let bats out, but they won't be able to get back in.
In the event that any bats do return, we’ll be there to help. We stand behind our services and will work with you to help address pest wildlife concerns in accordance with your service agreement and recommended preparation guidelines.

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Protection You Can Trust, From Pests to Wildlife

Very happy with this service.
“All the people I have dealt with have been extremely excellent with communication. From requesting a quote to squirrel out has taken less than a week. They seem very professional and nice. I highly recommend. Shout out to our technician.”

- Roni E.
We're very happy with the service you provide and highly recommend.
“Our tech was great at our last service inspection. He's very knowledgeable and helpful. He was able to pinpoint and patch up a small possible intrusion spot after a new heat pump install. Everyone we've had service our house from Pest End has been excellent.”

- Daniel B.
Very thorough and incredibly friendly!
“Stephen was great! Very thorough and incredibly friendly! We are just starting our homeguard program with Pest-End but are so far very satisfied with our choice of pest company!”

- Hailey W.
Great service! Thorough, knowledgeable, efficient and polite.
“Responded quickly to initial outreach regarding appointment and arrived at the very beginning of the 2 hour window.”

- Lisa H.
Always very professional!
“Haven't had any rodent or bug situations in almost 2 yrs since I hired Pest-End.”

- Michael B.
Highly recommend.
“All was processed on time. Work was done professionally. Cost was lower than its competitors. The gentleman who came and all office staff over the phone were polite and sincere. The most impressive thing was that, when I inquired of work completion, the manager, Shawn, "visited" my house to check and make sure if everything was performed correctly. Awesome!”

- Eunice P.
I would recommend them to anyone who needs services to secure any structure from critters.
“Kylie is very knowledgeable and did a great job helping us secure our Barn/shed from bugs and small critters! He knew exactly what we needed and already scheduled a followup to ensure everything is all set! Now that's what I call great service!”

- Chris P.
Wonderful tech helped with my rodent problem.
“Set up so hoping won't return. Answers questions and explained everything she was doing. I did opt for monthly check . Very thorough and made me feel at ease to ask questions.”

- Donna M.
Always have great service from Pest End and today was no different.
“Hunter was excellent, came right to our door to see if we had any concerns, then completely his review / inspection of our external bait stations. Appreciate his efforts and personality!!”

- Peter C.

Our FAQs

Learn More About Bats

Bat maternity season typically occurs during the summer months when young bats are unable to fly on their own. During this time, exclusion work may need to be adjusted to avoid separating mothers from their young. We follow all applicable state regulations and determine the appropriate timing and approach for each home.
Yes. Our bat exclusion services are backed by a warranty. The length and coverage of the warranty depend on the work performed, and the majority of our bat exclusion projects include a five year warranty.
It is not always possible to determine an exact number of bats. We develop an educated estimate based on factors such as the amount of droppings present, staining around entry points, noises reported by the homeowner, live bats observed during the inspection, and activity seen during an emergence count.
We install one way exclusion devices that allow bats to humanely exit the structure but prevent them from getting back inside. Because bats need to leave to feed, these devices allow the colony to naturally exit. During our return visit, we remove the devices and perform another inspection before closing the remaining entry points.
No. Bats commonly enter through or around ridge vents, gable vents, soffits, and other ventilation areas. Our exclusion methods are designed to prevent bats from entering while maintaining the airflow and ventilation your home needs.
Bats play an important role in the environment, but they should not be handled. Although the risk is low, bats can carry rabies. Bat droppings, also called guano, can also support the growth of Histoplasma capsulatum, a fungus that can cause respiratory illness when spores become airborne and are inhaled. If bats are living inside a structure, professional removal and exclusion are recommended.
Removing individual bats does not address how they are getting into the structure. Bat exclusion focuses on identifying entry points, sealing potential openings, and installing one way devices that allow bats to leave without being able to return. A single bat found in a living space may be removed separately when appropriate.
Bats can enter through surprisingly small openings around a home. Common entry areas include gaps along the roofline, ridge and gable vents, soffits, fascia boards, chimneys, flashing, and areas where building materials meet. A bat inspection helps identify active entry points as well as other openings that may need to be sealed as part of the exclusion process.

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