Bat removal in Palm Bay, FL
Bat removal in Palm Bay is about timing as much as technique. We use one-way devices so the colony leaves on its own, and we plan the work around the months when Florida law protects the pups.
- One-way exclusion only
- Scheduled around maternity season
- Guano cleanup available
Seeing bats at dusk? Ask us
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 Palm Bay, FL, using humane exclusion. After an inspection, we install one-way devices over the gaps the bats use, so they fly out at dusk and can’t return, then seal the roof line. Florida bats are protected, so we never exclude them from April 15 to August 14. To get on the calendar, call or text (321) 203-6963.
Bats can’t be evicted in summer
From April 15 through August 14, Florida bats are raising pups that can’t fly, and FWC rules don’t allow exclusion during that window. If you find bats in summer, call anyway. We can inspect, confirm what you have and book the exclusion for the first week it’s allowed.
Where bats roost on Palm Bay houses
Palm Bay sits between the Indian River Lagoon and the St. Johns marshes, with canals and retention ponds in between. All that standing water raises a lot of insects, and bats follow the food. On a summer evening you can watch them work the air over the canals.
During the day they need a tight, warm crack to sleep in. On Palm Bay homes, the common spots are gaps behind fascia boards, the space under the first row of roof tile, gable vents with loose screens and the seam where a soffit meets the wall. Brazilian free-tailed bats and evening bats are the two we see most in buildings here.
Local snapshot
- Between the lagoon and St. Johns marshes
- Canals and ponds feed insects
- Brevard County, Space Coast
On the job
Planning bat removal around the calendar
Here’s how the year breaks down for bat work in Palm Bay.
| Time of year | What we can do |
|---|---|
| August 15 to mid fall | Full exclusion. This is the busiest window, since pups can fly by then. |
| Late fall and winter | Exclusion on mild nights when bats are flying and feeding. |
| Early spring, before April 15 | Exclusion before females settle in to give birth. |
| April 15 to August 14 | Inspection, planning and sealing of unused gaps only. No exclusion. |
Palm Bay 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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Definitely recommend Craig with Critter Guys! Professional and courteous ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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How our bat exclusion works
Bats are protected in Florida, so the job is to move them out, never to harm them.
Watch and inspect
We find where the bats are entering, often by the dark rub marks and droppings below the gap, and check the rest of the roof line for other openings.
Seal the secondary gaps
Small openings the bats aren’t actively using get closed first, so the colony is funneled to the main exits.
Install one-way devices
Tubes or netting go over the active exits. The bats fly out at dusk to feed and can’t find a way back in.
Close it up
After the bats are gone, we remove the devices and seal those last openings for good. Want the whole house checked? Our Palm Bay wildlife exclusion service goes over every entry point.
Signs of a bat colony in your Palm Bay home
Bats are quiet and small, so most people find the evidence before they see the bats.
Droppings below a wall or vent
Bat guano looks like mouse droppings but crumbles into a shiny powder when crushed. It piles up under the entry point.
Dark stains at a gap
Oils from their fur leave brown smudges around the crack they use.
Bats leaving at dusk
Stand outside at sunset and watch the roof line. A colony comes out in a steady stream over 15 or 20 minutes.
Squeaking in the walls
High chirping from inside a wall or the attic, especially in the evening, is common with larger colonies.
A musty, sharp smell
As guano builds up, an ammonia smell can reach rooms below the attic.
Guano, health and the attic after the bats leave
Once the colony is out, the guano stays behind. Dried bat droppings can carry the fungus that causes histoplasmosis, so sweeping or vacuuming it up without protection isn’t a good idea. Small amounts on a patio are one thing; a pile in the attic insulation is another.
We remove the contaminated material and disinfect the space. Bigger jobs go through our attic cleanup service in Palm Bay, which can also replace soiled insulation.
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What Palm Bay homeowners ask about bat removal
Don’t see your question? Call or text (321) 203-6963 and ask a real person.
How much does bat removal cost in Palm Bay?
There’s no set price, because every colony and roof is different. After the inspection, we quote based on the number of entry points, roof height, colony size and whether guano cleanup is needed. You’ll know the full scope before we start.
Can I seal the bats in myself?
No, and it’s against Florida rules to harm them. Sealing an occupied roost traps bats inside, where they die or find their way into your living space. Exclusion with one-way devices is the legal and humane way to do it.
Why can’t you remove bats in June or July?
Because that’s the middle of maternity season. From April 15 to August 14, Florida bats have pups that can’t fly, and excluding the mothers would leave the young to die inside. FWC doesn’t allow exclusion during that window, so we schedule it for mid August or later.
Are bats in Palm Bay dangerous?
Bats aren’t aggressive, but they’re one of the animals most often found with rabies in Florida, so never touch or handle one. If a bat is ever found in a bedroom or someone may have been bitten, contact your doctor or the health department. The guano is the other concern, because of the histoplasmosis fungus.
How do I know if I have bats or birds in the eaves?
Watch at sunset. Bats leave right around dusk in a steady stream, while birds come and go during the day. Crumbly droppings piled under a gap also point to bats rather than birds.
Do you remove bats in other Space Coast cities?
Yes, we do bat work in Melbourne, Titusville and across Central Florida. Our bat removal page for Orlando covers the same process in more detail, and our Palm Bay wildlife removal page lists everything else we handle in town.
Book your Palm Bay bat exclusion early
The fall window fills up fast. Call or text (321) 203-6963 to set up an inspection, and we’ll plan your exclusion for the right week.