Bat Removal & Proofing Services in NW Indiana
If you’re hearing scratching or squeaking at night, noticing a strong ammonia odor, or seeing bats near your roofline, it’s time to call in professional help. Shamrock Wildlife Services provides humane, effective bat removal services, bat proofing services, and long-term bat control services.
Call (219) 707-1968 to learn more about bat removal, trapping, control, and repair of any damage caused by the bats in Northwest Indiana.
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Fast, Humane Bat Removal & Proofing Services
Bats are an important part of the ecosystem, but they don’t belong in your attic. Our bat removal services focus on humane solutions that protect your home or business as well as the animals. Our proofing process identifies and seals potential entry points, ensuring bats cannot return once they’ve been safely taken away from your property.
From your first call to the final inspection of your home or business, our goal at Shamrock is simple: get bats out, keep them out, and leave your property clean and safe.
Signs You Have a Bat Problem
Sometimes bats are obvious. Other times, the signs are subtle until the problem gets much bigger. You may need an inspection if you notice the following signs of a bat infestation:
- Scratching, squeaking, or fluttering sounds at night
- A strong ammonia or “musty” smell in the attic or upper floors
- Dark stains or streaks near rooflines, vents, or soffits
- Small, dark droppings (bat guano) on porches, decks, or below entry points
- Seeing bats enter or exit around dusk or dawn
If you find a colony of bats living in your attic or walls, you should give us a call right away at (219)-707-1968.
Our Bat Removal & Bat Control Process
Most species of bats are protected and endangered. Some bats are protected under state and federal laws, such as the Endangered Species Act, and one should be careful to save remaining species when handling their removal.
We provide what is called a “bat exclusion” to remove bats and proof your home or business. A bat exclusion is the process of installing a 1-way cone for the bats to leave through in tandem with closing off any potential entry points for a bat. Bats can fit through a dime-sized hole, so we have to be very inclusive with sealing a house to completely rid it of a bat issue.
When Bats Can and Cannot Be Removed in Indiana
In Indiana, bat removal is not as simple as “anytime you see them.” There are a couple times of year we as wildlife control specialists need to respect for the well being of the bats.
The Best Times for Bat Exclusion and Bat Control
The most effective windows for full bat exclusion and bat control services are typically:
- Early spring, as bats become active again
- Late summer into early fall, after pups are able to fly
When Not to Remove Bats: During Maternity Season and Winter
During the summer, female bats gather in maternity colonies to raise their young. Bat pups can’t fly for several weeks. If you seal bats out during this time, the mothers may be locked outside while pups are trapped inside your walls or attic. It is very important to refrain from removing any bats during this time and wait until the pups can live on their own, outside of your home.
That’s why, during the height of maternity season, we focus on inspections, planning, and scheduling exclusion work for safe windows of time.
In winter, bats may enter hibernation in protected spaces. Disturbing them or forcing them out in extreme cold can be harmful to the animals and doesn’t always solve the problem as they may just move deeper into hidden spaces. If we find bats in your home during this time of year, it’s best to just leave them alone and wait until spring.
Keeping Bats Out for Good with Bat Control Services
Removing these critters is only half the job. Long-term bat control services focus on prevention. Our bat control work may include proofing and:
- Full exterior inspection and sealing of gaps and cracks
- Installing chimney caps, vent covers, and screening where needed
- Securing loose soffits, fascia, and roofline details
- Recommendations on trimming trees or adjusting lighting that may attract bats
Why Choose Shamrock for Your Bat Control Needs
Shamrock Wildlife Services is fully licensed and insured, with extensive experience handling nuisance wildlife and complex bat issues throughout Northwest Indiana. Our bat removal experts specialize in inspection, removal, control, and exclusion, so you’re working with professionals who truly understand bat behavior and building structures. We only use humane, legal methods. Instead, our services rely on one-way exclusion devices and follow all state and federal guidelines for protected bat species.
We also provide a full solution, not just a quick fix. That means we don’t simply get bats out; we also seal your home to prevent future entry, clean up contaminated materials, and leave your attic and exterior in better condition than we found them. As a local company, we understand how bats behave in Northwest Indiana’s climate and housing styles, and we pride ourselves on being close by, responsive, and committed to doing the job right the first time.
Call (219) 707-1968 to learn more about bat removal, trapping, control, and repair of any damage caused by the bats in Northwest Indiana.
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Bat Removal, Control, & General FAQs
How much do professional bat removal and control services cost in Indiana?
The cost of bat removal depends on factors like how many entry points need to be sealed, how large the colony is, and whether you need attic cleanup and insulation replacement. After a full inspection, Shamrock Wildlife Services provides a clear, upfront estimate so you know exactly what to expect.
Can I remove bats myself?
Large piles of guano (bat feces) are indicative of a bat colony. These guano piles are commonly found in your attic or on top of insulation. Bats also make a distinct squeaking noise.
Do Bats Play a Valuable Role in Nature?
Yes. Their most common role is eating mosquitoes. Bats eat almost any flying insect when foraging for food, but mosquitoes are the big one. Some bats will eat as much as 4 lbs. of mosquitoes per day. One million bats will eat around 700,000 tons of insects per year! This means that bats can actually be a bit more beneficial for your home than you think, but it is understandable that most homeowners don’t want bats over-running their homes.
What is a bat’s habitat and are they nocturnal?
Bats often reside in abandoned buildings. Bats are a common nuisance because of their odor, droppings, and because many people have developed a common fear of the animal.
Yes, bats are nocturnal but may venture in daylight when diseased.
What species of bat do we have in Indiana?
In Indiana we have the Little Brown Bat and the Big Brown Bat which are the largest problem. Other bats that are found in our state are the Eastern Red Tail, Silver-Haired, Indiana Bat and Northern Long-Eared.
Are bat droppings a health hazard?
Yes, bat droppings (guano) can carry histoplasmosis and other hazards that are not safe for humans.
Do bats carry rabies?
Yes, bats can carry rabies. If a bat is found in your living quarters, it should be euthanized and sent to the Centers For Disease Control (CDC) for testing. This is the only time you can legally kill a bat. 5% of bats carry rabies.
How do I know the difference between bat and mouse droppings?
Bat droppings will be a little bit larger than mouse droppings and they will crush into a dust when disturbed as they are comprised of mostly exoskeletons of insects.
Are bats protected?
Yes, most species of bats in Indiana are State Endangered.
Why are bats protected?
Bats are protected due to habitat loss via human intervention in their winter hibernation caves. Bats are also very good insect predators, and they help control populations of agricultural pests.
Do bat houses work?
Bat houses can house bats if they are placed in the right way, such as being very high up and with 90% sun coverage. Bat houses are counter-productive if they are placed too close to the home.
Can you get bats roosts removed?
It is illegal to intentionally kill, injure or take any bat or to recklessly damage, destroy or block up their roosts or disturb them. Because bats tend to return to the same roosts
each year, these sites are protected whether the bats are present or not.
Do bats return to the same place every night?
Yes, bats are creatures of habit and will return to the same roosting place every night
because they depend on safe, familiar roosts. This behavior is called site fidelity, and it
means they will consistently return to the same spots year after year. Once a bat finds a
place to roost, such as an attic, soffit, cave, or tree crevice, it becomes part of their nightly routine.
What are the best times for bat removal?
Bats should be removed from an attic during the fall or early spring.
Early Spring: After bats come out of hibernation but before the maternity season
begins (usually March/April).
Fall: After the young bats have become independent and left for the winter (typically September through February).
Avoid maternity season (May through mid-August) and winter.
Is it safe to stay in a house with bats in the attic?
No, it is not okay to have bats in your attic. Bats can pose health risks from diseases like
rabies and histoplasmosis, and their droppings (guano) can damage your home and create an unhealthy environment. You should never handle bats with bare hands and should contact a professional to safely remove them.