Humane Bat Removal for Burlington Homes

Common Bat Species in Burlington City

The most common bat species we find in Burlington homes are the little brown and big brown bats. The Niagara Escarpment creates an ideal habitat for bat populations throughout Burlington and the Halton region. Its forested slopes, rocky crevices, and protected natural spaces offer excellent roosting and swarming environments. From there, bats can easily travel into nearby neighbourhoods in search of shelter and warmth.

During property inspections, we find bats even in modern homes. These properties often replicate the conditions bats naturally seek in caves and hollow trees. Warm attics, dark roof cavities, and undisturbed wall spaces provide ideal locations for summer maternity colonies. If you suspect bats are roosting in your property, don’t hesitate to contact us.

Warning Signs that Bats are in Your House

In most cases, bat infestations remain hidden because of their discreet behaviour and nocturnal nature. Watch out for the following:

• Wing movement and scratch sounds from the ceiling and walls, especially during twilight hours.
• Oily, darkened marks along your roof edge, attic space, or near exhaust outlets.
• Spotting bats on your roof edges, chimney structures, or gable section, especially at sunset.
• Scattered pellet-like droppings around your soffits, gutter systems, and beneath your windows.
• A chemical-like or musky smell emanates from the attic or upper areas of your home.

If you spot a bat or notice these signs of bat infestations, don’t hesitate to contact us.

Bat Infestation Can Cause Significant Damage

All the common bats in Burlington and the surrounding areas are insectivores. That means their nourishment is limited in the winter, which is why they hibernate. If they end up in your attic, roof, ceiling areas or other areas of your home, bats can cause the following forms of damage.

Disease Transmission

While bats play an important role in the city’s ecosystem, they can pose health concerns when they roost inside homes. Guano accumulations may harbour fungal spores associated with histoplasmosis, a respiratory infection.

Structural Damage

Bat colonies can occupy the same roosting site for months or even years, which means their waste will accumulate over time. Guano and urine can saturate attic insulation, reduce its effectiveness, stain wood framing, and contribute to moisture-related deterioration.

Our Humane Bat Removal Process

Our bat removal process is designed to identify how bats entered your home, remove them safely, repair the damage they leave behind, and prevent future wildlife issues.

Uncover how they Entered Your Home: Our team will perform a thorough inspection to identify primary and secondary entry points, assess potential roosting locations, and identify vulnerabilities that could allow bats and other animals to enter your property.

One-Way-Doors & Other Options: Bats are protected wildlife, which means removal must be handled properly. We develop a customized exclusion strategy that allows bats to leave safely while preventing them from re-entering the structure.

Assess and Repair Damaged Areas: Removing these nuisance animals from your home is only part of the solution. Our team will assess and replace contaminated insulation, clean the accumulated guano, address odour concerns, and repair structural damage.

Bats are Protected Species in Ontario

Burlington enforces the Fish and Wildlife Conservation Act and the Endangered Species Act, which classify bats as protected mammals. Thus, it’s strictly illegal to harm, trap, or kill bats. At Critter Hero, we humanely remove wildlife.

Endangered Species Protection

Several bat species in the Halton region and across Ontario, including the Northern Myotis, Little Brown Myotis, and Tri-colored bat, are classified as endangered species under Ontario’s Endangered Species Act (ESA).

No Bat Removal from May to mid-August

Given that bats are protected legally, our team can’t handle exclusions or seal the bats out of your home during the summer maternity season. Doing so can trap flightless pups (orphaned wildlife) in your attic or walls, where they may starve. We only handle emergency cases.

Cost of Our Exclusion Services

Burlington residents pay varying costs of bat removal services, starting with a free consultation and inspection. The actual cost depends on the number of bats to be removed, their nesting areas, and the extent of damage requiring repairs. Here are the estimated costs of bat removal services.

Get Humane & Affordable Bat Control

If you’re looking for a long-term solution to bat infestation, contact us. We’re a locally owned company that helps prevent the potential hazards posed by wild animals entering homes. Contact us today and schedule a free property inspection.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Why do bats keep returning to the same home?

  Bats are creatures of habit and often return to roosting sites that have provided shelter in the past. If entry points remain accessible, the same colony may attempt to reoccupy the attic year after year. That is why our professional exclusion and proper sealing are essential for long-term protection.

• Why can’t bats simply be trapped and relocated in Burlington?

  Bat removal in Burlington and across Ontario is highly regulated to protect local bat populations. Relocating bats is often ineffective because many species attempt to return to their original roost. Professional exclusion allows bats to leave safely while preventing them from regaining access to homes.

• Are older Burlington homes more vulnerable to bat activity?

  In many cases, yes. Established neighbourhoods such as Roseland, Aldershot, and parts of Tyandaga have older homes where aging roofing materials, soffits, fascia boards, and vents often create small openings. These gaps can provide easy access to attics and wall cavities.

• How do I know all the bats have left after removal?

  You should monitor activity around identified entry points. Besides, our team uses exclusion techniques that allow bats to exit but not return to your property. Once the colony has vacated your buildings, we safely seal the openings and complete any necessary repairs without trapping animals inside.

• What should I do if a bat gets inside my Burlington home?

  Do not try to catch or handle the bat with your bare hands. If possible, isolate it from people and pets and avoid disturbing it. A bat inside living areas should be taken seriously because contact may be difficult to avoid. You can also contact Critter Hero for a professional removal service.

• Do bats roost in homes in the winter?

  Some bat species use buildings as summer roosts and may leave for hibernation as temperatures fall. Others may remain in sheltered areas depending on the species and conditions. Our technicians consider the species, season, and location of the colony before recommending exclusion, because sealing an occupied area at the wrong time can trap bats inside.

• Can I seal a handle bat removal and entry point myself?

  It is better not to seal an opening until you know whether bats are still using it. Closing an active entrance prematurely can trap bats inside the structure, particularly when young are present. Additionally, bats are a protected species, and their removal must comply with applicable protection laws. That is why you should call our specialists to handle the removal and exclusion work.

• What should I do if I find bat droppings in my attic?

  Do not sweep or disturb accumulated guano without appropriate precautions. Bat droppings can accumulate beneath roosting areas and may contaminate insulation and surrounding surfaces. Critter Hero can assess the affected area after exclusion and recommend appropriate guano clean-up, sanitization, and insulation replacement where necessary.

• Can bats damage the insulation in my attic?

  Bat guano and urine can accumulate beneath active roosting areas and, over time, contaminate your insulation. Widespread contamination can affect the condition and effectiveness of your insulation and create odour concerns.