If you suspect bats have taken up residence in your attic, you’re not alone, Minnesota homeowners face this issue every year. The team at Minnesota Wild Animal Management is here to help with professional, friendly, and reliable bat attic removal, repair and clean up services from across the Twin Cities to greater Minnesota.
Bats are fascinating creatures; Minnesota is home to seven species, but two in particular, the little brown Myotis and the large brown bat, commonly roost in homes. They squeeze through tiny openings, sometimes as small as a quarter (⅜”), and once inside they can create serious problems. Their urine and droppings (guano) stain insulation and wood, create foul odors and attract insects, while spores on guano can lead to histoplasmosis and rabies is another serious risk.
Signs You Might Have Bats
Watch for these tell tale signs, they mean it’s time to bring in the pros:
- Seeing bats flying in and out of vents, chimney or soffits, particularly at dusk and dawn
- Hearing scratching or squeaking in attic walls or ceilings
- Finding guano deposits on attic floors or siding below roosting sites
- Noticing urine stains or a strong musty smell in attic spaces
Attempting do it yourself bat control can backfire. If bats are trapped inside after sealing attempts, they can die and rot, creating larger odor and infestation problems. Poisons or repellents don’t work, and killing bats is illegal due to federal and state protections. That is why trusted professionals like Minnesota Wild Animal Management follow humane exclusion methods and ensure no bats are harmed—or left behind.
The Bat Attic Removal, Repair and Clean up Process
Minnesota Wild Animal Management’s streamlined process ensures effective results:
- Comprehensive Inspection & Exclusion: Trained technicians inspect the home—focusing on vents, soffits, roofline, chimney, siding, and attic spaces—to locate all entry points. After identifying them, temporary one way exclusion devices let bats exit but not reenter, typically timed just after pups fledge (around late August to September) to avoid trapping young bats.
- Safe Removal & Guano Cleanup: Once bats are gone, full removal of droppings and contaminated insulation follows. Technicians wearing protective gear use industrial vacuums and sanitizers to eliminate guano safely and reduce disease risk.
- Repairs & Bat proofing: After thorough sanitization, repair technicians seal entry points using durable materials like metal flashing, mesh screens and replacement wood. This holistic approach prevents bats and other wildlife from returning.
- Final Inspection & Follow Up: A post service inspection ensures all entry points are sealed, the attic is sanitized and no remaining threats are present. Preventive advice is often provided to discourage future infestations.
Benefits of Choosing Minnesota Wild Animal Management
- Experienced & Certified Technicians – State certified experts backed by BBB accreditation and multiple awards
- Humane Techniques – All work done safely and in compliance with wildlife protection laws
- Comprehensive Solutions – Removal, repair and sanitation wrapped into one service package
- 24/7 Availability – Emergency services available throughout the Twin Cities metro and surrounding areas
Is Your Attic Ready for Bat-Free Living?
Don’t wait if you suspect bats are roosting in your attic. Contact Minnesota Wild Animal Management today for a fast, effective and professional solution. We handle inspection, humane exclusion, cleanup, repairs and prevention, keeping you and your home safe. Call us at (763) 785 1414. Protect your home, your health and your peace of mind, and reclaim your attic from bats today!
