Bat Removal in Binghamton, NY
Humane Exclusion — Protect Your Home and Attic
Professional bat exclusion for Binghamton homes. We humanely remove bat colonies from attics and wall voids using one-way exclusion devices, then seal all entry points permanently.
Signs of Bat Activity
Bats Flying Around Your Home at Dusk
Bats emerging from your roofline at sunset indicate a colony living in your attic.
Guano (Droppings) Accumulating in Attic or on Exterior Walls
Dark, pellet-shaped droppings that crumble to reveal shiny insect parts.
Staining Around Entry Points
Brown oily staining where bats repeatedly squeeze through gaps.
Chirping or Scratching Sounds in Attic at Night
Bats are active at night and produce high-pitched social calls.
Strong Ammonia Smell in Attic
Accumulated bat guano produces a pungent ammonia odor that intensifies in warm weather and can permeate through ceilings into living spaces.
Why Professional Bat Removal Matters
Bats are protected wildlife in New York — it’s illegal to kill them or exclude them during the maternity season (June 1 through July 31) when flightless pups are in the colony. Professional exclusion uses one-way devices that let bats leave safely without being able to return. This is the only legal and effective method. Bat guano accumulation creates health hazards (histoplasmosis) and damages insulation. Our technicians know every gap and crack bats use and seal them permanently.
Schedule Free InspectionSafe Bat Exclusion Process
Roofline Inspection
Identify all entry and exit points used by bats (gaps as small as 3/8 inch).
One-Way Exclusion
Install exclusion devices that let bats leave but prevent re-entry, left in place for 5-7 days to ensure all bats exit.
Permanent Sealing
After colony departure, seal every entry point with appropriate materials to prevent future access.
Bat Removal Questions
Is it legal to kill bats in New York?
No. Several bat species are protected under state and federal law. Exclusion (letting them leave and sealing entry points) is the only legal method. We follow all New York DEC regulations.
When can bats be excluded?
April 1 through May 31, and August 1 through October 31. The June-July maternity season is off-limits because flightless pups would be trapped inside. We schedule accordingly.
How do bats get into my attic?
Bats squeeze through gaps as small as 3/8 inch — about the width of a dime. Common entry points include ridge vents, soffit gaps, gable vents, and where flashing meets roofing.
Is bat guano dangerous?
Yes. Bat guano can harbor the fungus that causes histoplasmosis, a respiratory disease. Guano cleanup should be done with proper protective equipment. We can arrange professional cleanup after exclusion.
Will bats come back after exclusion?
Not if all entry points are properly sealed. Bats have strong site fidelity and will try to return, but thorough sealing prevents re-entry. We guarantee our exclusion work.
Bats in Your Attic?
Legal, humane exclusion that protects both your home and bat populations.