Heres how to keep bats out of your house.
They dont chew through building materials to make a hole to get in, likesquirrelsdo.
They can get in through an opening the size of a dime or smaller.
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The buildup of bat guano, or feces, can accumulate.
Or you may hear rustling around or high-pitched squeaks as bats get ready to leave at dusk.
If you find a bat roosting in your home or shed, look for its entryway into the structure.
There may be more than one entry point.
Bats may enter through rotted wood or a gap that wasnt sealed up properly.
Exclusion is the most effective means of keeping bats from roosting in your house.
Once youve found their entrances, seal openings with hardware cloth or flashing.
Cleanup is similar to a rodent infestation, says Owen.
Let it sit for five minutes, wipe up the area with paper towels, and dispose.
Place the bat house in a sunny spot at least 15 feet off the ground.
you’ve got the option to purchase one or follow theseinstructions for how to build one yourself.
