Bat removal in Oviedo, FL
Bat removal in Oviedo, FL is done the legal, humane way: with one-way exclusion devices, at the right time of year, followed by sealing and cleanup.
- Humane exclusion only
- Timed around pup season
- Licensed and insured in Florida
Seeing bats at dusk? Reach out
Tell us what you are hearing or seeing. We will get back to you, set up a visit and give you a straight answer on what it takes.
- Firm quote before any work starts
- Call, text or email, your pick
- Licensed and insured in Florida
Quick answer. Critter Guys handles bat removal in Oviedo, FL, using one-way exclusion devices that let bats leave a roof, wall or attic but not return. Bats are protected in Florida, so we never harm them and never exclude during the April 15 to August 14 maternity season. After the colony leaves, we seal the gaps and clean up guano. Call or text (321) 203-6963.
Why Oviedo has so many bats around homes
Bats eat insects, and Oviedo makes a lot of insects. Lake Jesup, the Econlockhatchee River, the Little Econ, the wetlands in Black Hammock and all those subdivision retention ponds produce clouds of them every summer evening. Bats that feed over that water need somewhere to sleep during the day, and a gap under a roof, behind a shutter or in a tile roof works perfectly.
In Florida, the bats most often found living in buildings are Brazilian free-tailed bats and evening bats. They’re small, they eat a huge number of mosquitoes and other insects, and they’re protected. The goal is never to get rid of them, only to get them out of your house and keep them out.
Bat houses can help
Some homeowners like to put up a bat house after exclusion so the colony has somewhere nearby to go. It’s not required, but it’s a nice option if you appreciate the bug control.
How to tell if bats are roosting in your house
Bats rarely make themselves obvious. These are the clues Oviedo homeowners usually notice first.
Guano on the lanai or driveway
Bat droppings look like small dark pellets and pile up under the exit point. Pinch one and it crumbles into dust, which rat droppings don’t do.
Bats leaving one spot at sunset
Spend fifteen minutes watching the roof line at dusk. A steady trickle of bats from the same gap means a roost.
Dark staining around a gap
Body oils leave brown or black smudges around the opening the bats use.
Faint chirping in walls
Bats chatter as they wake up in the evening. It’s often heard near an exterior wall or the edge of a ceiling.
A sharp, musty odor
A bigger colony gives off a strong ammonia smell, especially on hot, humid days.
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Bat roosts in Oviedo neighborhoods
Roof styles around Oviedo vary a lot, and bats take advantage of each. In the 1980s and 1990s neighborhoods, they slip behind fascia boards where the wood has pulled away and into the gap at the top of a stucco wall. Newer communities with barrel tile give them the hollow ends of tiles along the eave. Older homes near downtown and Lake Charm have their own gaps around vents and siding.
Because so many homes back onto ponds, preserves or the Econ, bats here have a short commute to their feeding grounds, and a good roost gets used year after year. Our Oviedo wildlife control page covers the other animals this habitat brings, and any extra gaps we spot can be closed through our exclusion service.
Local snapshot
- Lake Jesup and Econ river insects
- Barrel tile in newer communities
- Ponds behind many backyards
- Seminole County
Bat removal in Oviedo by season
Florida’s maternity season decides what we can do and when.
| April 15 to August 14 | August 15 to April 14 |
|---|---|
| Inspection and planning only | Full exclusion can proceed |
| Pups can’t fly, roost stays put | Bats can leave on their own |
| Seal gaps bats aren’t using | One-way devices on active exits |
| Schedule the job for later | Seal and clean once they’re gone |
Oviedo customers on bat exclusion
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141 reviews on Google
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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.
Joe RaspantiGoogle review
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I can’t recommend this company enough! Josh was absolutely amazing and went above and beyond from start to finish. As a property manager, I work with a lot of vendors, and it’s not often that someone stands out the way he did. …
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Kevin did a great job. He arrived promptly and kept me informed through the process.
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Our Oviedo bat exclusion steps
Exclusion is a process, not a single visit.
Find the roost and exits
We inspect the house, look for guano and staining, and sometimes watch the evening exit to see exactly where bats come out.
Seal the inactive gaps
Openings the bats aren’t using get closed first, so the colony has only a few ways out.
Mount one-way devices
Netting or tubes go over the active exits. Bats leave to feed and can’t find their way back in.
Final seal and cleanup
Once the roost is empty, the devices come down and the last openings are sealed. Built-up guano gets removed through our Oviedo attic cleanup service.
Never trap or kill a bat
It’s illegal in Florida and it backfires: dead bats in a wall create odor and health problems. One-way exclusion is the right answer, and it works. Our Orlando bat removal page explains the method in more depth.
Wildlife services for Oviedo homes
Bat removal in other nearby towns
Bat Removal in Oviedo: quick answers
Don’t see your question? Call or text (321) 203-6963 and ask a real person.
How much does bat removal cost in Oviedo?
It depends on the size of the colony, how many gaps need sealing, roof height and type, and how much guano needs to be cleaned. A tile roof usually takes more work than shingle. We inspect first and give you a firm quote for your roof.
I found bats in my Oviedo home in May. What now?
Call us for an inspection, but expect the exclusion itself to wait until after August 14. May falls inside maternity season, when pups can’t fly. We’ll plan the job and can seal any gaps the bats aren’t using in the meantime.
Can I sweep up the bat droppings on my Oviedo lanai?
It’s better not to. Bat guano can carry the fungus that causes histoplasmosis, and sweeping or vacuuming puts it in the air. We remove it with proper gear and sanitize the area.
A bat flew into my living room in Oviedo. How do I get it out?
Shut the interior doors so it stays in one room, then open a window or an exterior door and give it space to find the exit. Don’t handle it bare-handed. If anyone may have been bitten or scratched, contact your doctor, since bats can carry rabies.
How many weeks does it take to get bats out of an Oviedo house?
Usually a couple of weeks from start to finish. The one-way devices stay up long enough for every bat to leave, and then we seal the last openings.
Plan your Oviedo bat exclusion
Call or text (321) 203-6963. We’ll find the roost and set up a schedule that fits the season.