Bats in Jordan & the South Metro?
Protected nighttime guests that roost in attics; removal requires humane exclusion. Here is how we handle it.
How do you get rid of bats in a Minnesota home? Bats are protected, so exclusion must be legal and humane. We inspect the attic and roofline, install one-way exclusion devices so the bats leave but cannot come back, then seal every entry point. Timing matters because maternity season limits when work can happen. Seasonal monitoring keeps them out long term.
Quick facts
What they look like
Small flying mammals with leathery wings, active at dusk and dawn
Size
Wingspan 9 to 13 inches, depending on species
Peak season in Minnesota
May through August, exclusion timed to August through fall
Where they hide
Attics, under rooflines, behind shutters, and in wall voids
Bite, sting or damage
Can bite if handled, guano is a health risk
What are the signs you have bats?
Why are bats in my house?
Bats roost in attics and under rooflines for warmth and shelter. Gaps in rooflines, vents, and fascia let them in, and once established, a colony returns to the same spot each year.
What do bats look like?
What they are
Nocturnal flying mammals that roost in colonies in attics and under rooflines
Common Minnesota species
Little brown bat, big brown bat, northern long-eared bat (federally threatened), hoary bat, silver-haired bat, eastern red bat, and tri-colored bat
When are bats worst in Minnesota?
Bats are most visible at dusk from May through August, but exclusion work is timed to the maternity season, typically August through fall
Are bats harmful?
Guano can pose health risks and stain surfaces; bats are protected in Minnesota, so removal must be legal and humane
How does Brothers get rid of bats?
We inspect the attic and roofline, install one-way exclusion devices so bats leave but cannot return, then seal every entry point. Seasonal monitoring keeps them out.
How can I keep bats out?
Seal gaps in rooflines, vents, and fascia before bats find them
Schedule seasonal monitoring to catch re-entry early
Do not attempt to seal bats out during maternity season, pups may be trapped inside
Bats
Here is how we handle it
Licensed & insured
Family-owned in Jordan since 2021
No rigid contracts
We tell you what you need, and what you don't
Details
Common questions
Why can you not just seal bats out any time?
Is bat guano dangerous?
How do I know if I have bats?
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