Bat removal in Apopka, FL
Bats are protected in Florida, so bat removal in Apopka is done by exclusion: the colony flies out for the night and can’t get back in. Timing matters as much as technique.
- Never during maternity season
- One-way exclusion devices
- Guano cleanup available
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Quick answer. Critter Guys handles bat removal in Apopka, FL, through humane exclusion. We inspect the roof and attic, find where the colony enters, install one-way devices so bats leave and can’t return, and seal the remaining gaps. Exclusions are never done during Florida’s maternity season, April 15 through August 14. Guano cleanup follows. Call or text (321) 203-6963 for an inspection.
What bats are doing in Apopka rooflines
Apopka is good bat country. The marshes along the north shore of Lake Apopka and the Wekiva River to the northeast put out huge numbers of insects every evening, and bats feed over that open water and wetland. During the day they need a dark, tight spot to roost, and the gaps under barrel tile, behind loose fascia and inside soffits on Apopka homes fit the bill.
The two species we find most often in Florida buildings are Brazilian free-tailed bats and evening bats. Both live in colonies, both return to the same roost night after night, and both are protected. The rules are the same ones we follow for bat removal across Orlando.
- Gaps under the first row of barrel tile
- Openings where fascia pulls from the roof deck
- Soffit vents with torn or missing screen
- Spaces behind shutters and trim boards
When bat removal can and can’t happen
Florida’s bat maternity season runs April 15 through August 14. Exclusion during those months could trap flightless pups inside, so it isn’t allowed under FWC rules.
| Time of year | What we can do |
|---|---|
| August 15 to April 14 | Full exclusion with one-way devices, then sealing |
| April 15 to August 14 | Inspection, planning and scheduling only |
| Late summer and fall | Most popular window, so book early |
| Any time of year | Inspection and advice on next steps |
Out in the field
Tile roofs and wetlands make Apopka a bat town
A lot of Apopka’s newer neighborhoods were built with concrete or clay barrel tile, and that profile leaves a curved gap at the eave unless it’s closed with a bird stop. Older homes near downtown and along US 441 tend to have wood trim and soffits that have pulled away over time. Either way, a colony only needs a slot about the width of your thumb.
Add the insect supply coming off Lake Apopka and the Wekiva basin, and it’s no surprise bats settle in here. If you’re not sure the noise in your attic is bats, our team that handles Apopka animal removal can sort out what you have during the same visit.
Around Apopka
- Barrel tile on many newer homes
- Insects off Lake Apopka marshes
- Wekiva River basin to the northeast
How Apopka bat removal works
Bat exclusion is patient work. Rushing it is how bats end up inside the living space.
Watch and inspect
We inspect the roof and attic to identify the exact gaps the bats use, often by the dark rub marks and droppings below them.
Seal the secondary gaps
Every opening the bats aren’t actively using gets closed first, so the colony has only the main exits left.
Install one-way devices
We mount one-way devices on the exits the colony actually uses. Bats fly out at dusk to feed and can’t find their way back in.
Close it up
After the colony is out, the devices come down and the last openings are sealed permanently. This is part of the broader sealing work we do in Apopka.
Clean the guano
Bat droppings can carry the fungus behind histoplasmosis, so we remove guano and treat the area. Our Apopka attic cleanup covers the details.
Apopka bat jobs, in our customers’ words
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Josh from the Critter Guys did an excellent job explaining the process for removal of bats. He emphasized the humane aspect by coming back several times to ensure that all the bats were no longer on our property. He then sealed all opening to our soffit and removed the bat trap. Josh went beyond what we expected. When we called to provide updates he always answered and listened to us. I highly recommend this company and a huge shout-out to Josh. Thank you Critter Guys Humane wildlife services for a job well done.
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Kevin was extremely knowledgeable and kind. I 100% recommend him and the company.
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Clues you have a bat colony
Bats are quiet compared to raccoons or squirrels. Here’s what usually tips people off.
Dark specks on the walls
Droppings that collect on a window sill, a lanai floor or the wall below an eave, and crumble when touched.
Squeaking at dusk
Faint chattering from the roofline just before the colony leaves for the night.
Shapes leaving the roof at sunset
Bats streaming out of one spot on your house right around dark.
Greasy marks at a gap
Brown, oily staining where bats squeeze in and out of the same opening.
A strong musty smell
An ammonia-like odor in the attic or near a vent as guano builds up.
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Bat Removal in Apopka: quick answers
Have a question that isn’t here? Call or text (321) 203-6963 and we’ll help.
Can you remove bats from my Apopka home in June?
No exclusion can be done between April 15 and August 14, Florida’s bat maternity season. We can inspect, find the entry points and get you on the schedule for August 15 or later, when the young can fly.
What does bat removal cost in Apopka?
It depends on the size of the colony, how many gaps the roof has, the roof type and how much guano needs to be cleaned. We price the actual work once we’ve seen your house.
Is it legal to kill bats in Florida?
No. Bats are protected in Florida and must be removed by exclusion using one-way devices, never by killing them. Critter Guys follows FWC rules on every bat job.
Is bat guano in my attic dangerous?
It can be. Bat guano can carry the fungus that causes histoplasmosis, which spreads when dried droppings are disturbed. Don’t sweep or vacuum it yourself; we remove it with the right protection and sanitize the area.
What should I do if a bat gets inside my house?
Keep people and pets out of the room, close the interior doors and open a window or exterior door so it can leave. Don’t touch it with bare hands, since bats are one of the animals most often found with rabies in Florida. If it doesn’t leave, call or text us.
Why does my Apopka house have bats when my neighbor’s doesn’t?
Usually it comes down to one small gap. Bats return to the same roost every night, so a single loose tile edge or fascia board can host a colony while the house next door stays clear.
Get on the Apopka bat schedule
Call or text (321) 203-6963. We’ll inspect now and plan the exclusion for the right time of year.