Florida is home to 13 species of bats; all are insectivores. An estimated half a million bats fly around Florida eating over 2.5 billion insects a night!
Where Do Bats Live in Florida?
Bats are found in nearly every geographic region in Florida. Favorite environments include tropical forests, woodlands, open fields, both suburban and urban communities, and even deserts. Roosting requirements vary by species, but caves, trees, hollowed logs, rock crevices, and human dwellings are excellent habitats.
When natural bat habitats overlap with residential areas, conflicts arise. Bats take up residence in barns, sheds, and other outbuildings, as well as in attics. They find their way inside through gaps in roofs or uncovered chimneys.
You might feel scared or alarmed to find a bat in the house and start looking for the fastest, most immediate solution. Before you try to trap or poison the bat, know that it is a protected animal in Florida.
Can I Call a Bat Exterminator?
No! Do Not Call an Exterminator.
In the state of Florida, not only is it illegal to kill or trap bats, but also you cannot evict bats from your home if flightless pups are present.
Bat maternity colonies begin to form in early April. These roosts are frequently near areas prone to insect swarms, such as fields, ponds, or neighborhoods. In the late spring or summer, homeowners who see bats leaving an attic or overhang at twilight may need to check for an infestation.
If you need bat removal between April 15 and August 15, you need a special permit to install bat exclusions.
Why Are Bats Protected in Florida?
Bats provide ecological and economic value in Florida. Because they eat thousands of pounds of insects a night, they act as natural pest control. This helps protect crops and makes it more comfortable for people.
Bats do not reproduce as quickly as other wildlife. Females typically give birth to one or two pups per year. Slow reproduction puts the species at risk for population decline. Bat populations are getting decimated by white-nose syndrome. White-nose syndrome is a fungal disease that spreads through bat colonies and has almost eliminated the Northern long-eared, little brown, and tri-colored bats.
How to Legally Remove Bats in the House in Florida?
Exclusions are the only effective (and legal) techniques to prevent bats from roosting in your home in the future. Without a permit, it is illegal to install an exclusion device between April 15 and August 15.
At Trutech, we offer comprehensive bat control services. We use a bat valve with a full home exclusion to offer long-term protection for your house. Once the bat valve is installed, all other bat entry points will be sealed, allowing for bats to exit only through the valve. The bat removal process typically takes 3-7 days.
After all the bats are gone, we will clean and restore your attic by removing guano, replacing soiled insulation, apply santiziation agents, and exterminating pests like bat bugs and mites.
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