If you’ve been hearing scratching in your attic or seeing bats emerge around dusk, you’re not alone. Bat activity peaks during the summer, and with that comes increased risk for property damage, odor, and potential health hazards. The good news? A Plus Wildlife’s official bat exclusion season begins August 1st and runs through October 15th, 2025.
Now is the perfect time to schedule your inspection and be first in line when removals begin.
Why There’s a Specific Season for Bat Removal
In Ohio, as in many other states, bat exclusion is legally restricted outside of certain windows to protect baby bats (called pups) who are not yet able to fly. During spring and early summer, these pups are still dependent on their mothers. Removing adult bats during this time could leave the young behind, causing unnecessary harm to wildlife and potentially worsening the infestation.
That’s why August 1st to October 15th is the designated exclusion period. By then, the pups are old enough to fly and leave the roost, making it humane and legal to begin the process of sealing entry points and guiding bats safely out.
What Is Bat Exclusion?
Bat exclusion is not trapping or extermination. It’s a specialized, humane process where one-way valves are installed over the bats’ entry points. These allow the bats to fly out but not return. Once we confirm that all bats have left, we seal every opening to prevent re-entry.
This method:
- Keeps the bats safe
- Protects your property
- Complies with Ohio wildlife laws
- Provides long-term peace of mind
Why Bats Choose Your Home
Bats don’t break in; they slip in through small gaps, often less than an inch wide. Common entry points include:
- Gable vents
- Chimneys
- Roof lines
- Fascia boards
- Ridge vents
Your attic is warm, quiet, and undisturbed, the perfect roost. Unfortunately, it’s also the perfect storm for problems like:
- Foul odors from guano
- Contamination of insulation
- Structural staining
- Increased risk of histoplasmosis
Don’t Wait, Inspections Start Now
While exclusion work doesn’t begin until August 1st, now is the time to schedule your inspection. The sooner we evaluate your property, the sooner we can:
- Identify signs of bat activity
- Locate current or potential entry points
- Create a customized exclusion plan
- Lock in your spot on our removal schedule
Bat exclusion is in high demand every year, and our schedule fills quickly. Acting early ensures your home or building is protected before fall migration or cooler weather pushes bats deeper into your structure.
Why Trust A Plus Wildlife?
At A Plus Wildlife, our licensed and insured technicians specialize in humane, ethical wildlife removal. We’ve helped countless homeowners and property managers in Ohio reclaim their space from bats, raccoons, squirrels, and more.
We combine expert inspection, safe removal techniques, and professional-grade sealing to ensure long-term results. We also offer attic cleanup, guano removal, and damage repair for full restoration after the bats are gone.
Book Now, Exclusions Begin August 1st
If you suspect bat activity, don’t delay. Every day you wait gives bats more time to settle in. Schedule your inspection today, and we’ll be ready to begin humane removal starting August 1st.
Protect your home, your family, and the bats safely and legally.
📞 Call A Plus Wildlife today or visit wildlife-control.org to request your inspection.
🦇 Bat exclusion season runs August 1st–October 15th.
Let’s help your uninvited guests find a new home, far from yours.