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How to Prevent Bats in Your Attic
Bats are often drawn to roost in attics in the Knoxville area because these spaces offer bats the dark, warmth, and shelter which are ideal for them to rest in by day and raise their pups. Plus, flying insects like mosquitoes often congregate around our homes, meaning bats have easy access to their favored prey. Unfortunately, bats can cause a lot of damage to your attic with their guano, necessitating restoration services. To keep bats from roosting in your attic, follow these tips:
- Once per year, inspect your attic, inside and out, for any holes or cracks through which bats may be able to get in. If you find any such entry points, seal them off to keep bats out. Unlike rodents, bats are not in the habit of clawing and gnawing their way through man made barriers.
- Set up bat deterrents in your attic to discourage bats from wanting to live inside. Installing motion-activated lights in your attic is often a good way to accomplish that. If bats are greeted with irritatingly bright lights when they enter your attic, it'll make them unlikely to stick around for long.
- Make sure your attic has proper ventilation. The humidity of attics is one of the things that attracts bats to them, so a cooler, better ventilated attic will be less appealing to them. Speaking of ventilation, make sure any vents leading to your attic have mesh covers over them to keep bats out. Beware of using flapper vents, since bats can easily fit through when the flappers are open.
Do you want some help to prevent bats from living in your attic and making a mess? Contact Critter Wranglers today if you're looking for bat exclusion services in the Knoxville area!
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