Wild animals are a frequent cause of stress for homeowners across Connecticut. Squirrels, raccoons, opossums, skunks, and bats seek out warmth and shelter in attics, basements, garages, crawlspaces, and sheds. They can find a small opening less than an inch in diameter and chew and scratch until it is wide enough to squeeze into the…
Bats look for warm places to live and frequently choose the attics of houses. They live in large colonies that often include hundreds of bats. They leave behind urine and guano, or droppings, that can cause damage to a house, a foul odor, and possibly even health problems in humans. Bats Need to Be Excluded…
Now that fall is here, many animals are looking for warm places to hibernate for the winter. Bats hibernate from October or November through March or April. They often seek shelter in the attics of homes where the temperature is suitable for hibernation. Bats often hibernate in groups called colonies. If you see one bat…
Bats can spread diseases that can be potentially serious to humans. Even though this occurs less frequently than many people think, it is wise to stay away from them. If you have a problem with bats in your attic, hire a professional to remove them. The most common health concern associated with bats is rabies,…
Bats like to make their homes in attics because they are warm, dry, safe places to live and raise their pups. However, their droppings and urine can cause a host of problems to you and your home. Bat guano (droppings) and urine can cause a foul smell, as well as the lung infection histoplasmosis, which…
Even though rabies has become very rare, it is still important to protect your pets by having them vaccinated.
Bats tend to live more off reputation than actual facts. From vampire tales and Dracula to horror films and urban legends, these flying mammals are feared far beyond what they are actually capable of doing. However, with their nocturnal habits, less than appealing faces and tendency to flock in large numbers, bats often cause anxiety…