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In reply to the discussion: Is this an omen of how the week is going to go? [View all]KY_EnviroGuy
(14,488 posts)10. This might be helpful...
Here's some info from a critter control company and the info seems credible....
See: https://www.crittercontrol.com/services/bats/bats-in-chimneys
Bats Near the Home
Bats live in both cities and wooded areas, eating half of their weight in insects every night. When looking for places to roost, they choose protected spots like sheds, attics, and smokestacks. At times, bats in chimneys cause problems due to their breeding habits and potential for disease.
Bats live in both cities and wooded areas, eating half of their weight in insects every night. When looking for places to roost, they choose protected spots like sheds, attics, and smokestacks. At times, bats in chimneys cause problems due to their breeding habits and potential for disease.
Prevention
To deter bats from roosting in the chimney, a variety of methods can be helpful:
Exclusion tubes - This device is a one-way exit, allowing bats in the chimney to leave but not to return.
Mesh screens - Placing wire mesh over a chimney keeps bats out, though it is important to avoid trapping any animals inside.
Chimney caps - Similar to a mesh screen, a cap stops pest wildlife from entering.
Bat boxes - Installing this alternative home encourages bats in chimneys to move out on their own.
Setting up some of these devices requires special knowledge and equipment. Accessing the chimney also means getting onto the roof, which can be dangerous for homeowners.
To deter bats from roosting in the chimney, a variety of methods can be helpful:
Exclusion tubes - This device is a one-way exit, allowing bats in the chimney to leave but not to return.
Mesh screens - Placing wire mesh over a chimney keeps bats out, though it is important to avoid trapping any animals inside.
Chimney caps - Similar to a mesh screen, a cap stops pest wildlife from entering.
Bat boxes - Installing this alternative home encourages bats in chimneys to move out on their own.
Setting up some of these devices requires special knowledge and equipment. Accessing the chimney also means getting onto the roof, which can be dangerous for homeowners.
Also, see: https://www.crittercontrol.com/services/bats/bats-in-homes
How Do Bats Get Into Attics and Basements?
Bats are small and it is not difficult for them to sneak into even the tiniest crevasses in your home which leads to bats in basement or bats in attics. It is also common for bats to enter through unscreened fireplaces or open windows. If you hear unpleasant noises around your house at night, you may have a bat problem or bats in the attic.
Bats are small and it is not difficult for them to sneak into even the tiniest crevasses in your home which leads to bats in basement or bats in attics. It is also common for bats to enter through unscreened fireplaces or open windows. If you hear unpleasant noises around your house at night, you may have a bat problem or bats in the attic.
Good luck........
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Our house was built in the late 1700's so we've got nooks and crannies everywhere.
Vinca
Aug 2018
#4
Thanks for the info. I don't think we have a big problem, but it's disconcerting when the odd
Vinca
Aug 2018
#9
They're important little creatures. I'd just like them to be important outdoors. LOL.
Vinca
Aug 2018
#20
Guess I should have given him the spa treatment before I ejected him. Cute video.
Vinca
Aug 2018
#22
Nah! Bats are cool. We went to BatCon.org and purchased a 100 bat home to control bugs at farm.
TheBlackAdder
Aug 2018
#35
The risk is slight, just don't mount on a tree or against the house. Use a pole mount in the open.
TheBlackAdder
Aug 2018
#46