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May: bat maternity has started — exclusion windows are closing
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Bat Removal · Gurley, AL · Forty Years Local
Bat Removal in Gurley, AL
Local bat removal for Gurley homes. We respond fast, identify entry points, remove the animals, seal the work, and clean up. Forty years working Gurley and the surrounding Madison County area.
Licensed Alabama NWCO · Insured · Alabama wildlife regulations · Our credentials
About bat removal in Gurley
Bats roosting in your attic are protected by federal and state law — they cannot simply be killed or trapped. We use one-way exclusion devices that let bats leave at dusk but prevent re-entry, then seal every entry point down to 3/8 of an inch.
What we see most in Gurley
Bats and squirrels in older Gurley attics, raccoons exploring crawlspaces and outbuildings, and seasonal snake encounters along the Flint River.
Where we work: Madison County · ZIPs 35748 · along US-72, AL-65
What's included
- Legal, compliant exclusion methods
- Guano removal and attic sanitation
- Histoplasmosis-aware cleanup
- Sealed roof, soffit, and ridge vent repairs
What you should know about bat removal
Biology & Behavior
Most North Alabama colonies are big brown bats or evening bats. Colonies enter through gaps as small as 3/8 inch around ridge caps, gable vents, soffit returns, and chimney flashing.
When this happens in Gurley
Maternity season runs roughly May through July; full exclusion is typically performed outside that window. We can stabilize and prep during maternity season, then complete exclusion after.
Alabama & Federal Regulations
Bats are protected by federal and Alabama state law. Removal must use exclusion (one-way valves), never trapping or killing, and cannot occur during the summer maternity season when flightless pups are present.
Disease & Safety Risks
Histoplasmosis (a respiratory fungus from old guano) and rare rabies exposure. Direct skin contact with bats or guano should always involve professional PPE.
Materials We Actually Use
Stainless one-way exclusion valves, copper mesh, hardware cloth, metal flashing, polyurethane sealants. We avoid foam-only seals — bats and rodents chew through them.
Recent customer feedback
★★★★★
"They did a wonderful job! Quickly determined the problem (squirrels building nests in our attic) and worked hard to fix it. Came a few different times to locate every spot they were gaining entry and sealed it up. Also ensured every inch o…"
Danaye Shiplett
★★★★★
"Squirrels had infiltrated an insulation area near my attic on the second floor and were causing damage to my home. After calling one afternoon, the next morning bona fide wildlife expert Jim Sweezy came out to give me options and a free es…"
suzystephens
FAQs
Bat Removal questions from Gurley homeowners
We handle squirrels, raccoons, bats, skunks, snakes, birds, moles, armadillos, and other nuisance wildlife common to Alabama homes.
Yes. All removal methods are humane and designed to safely evict animals without unnecessary harm whenever possible.
Yes. We locate and seal entry points to prevent animals from returning after removal.
Absolutely. Attics and crawlspaces are common nesting areas, and we specialize in safely removing wildlife from these spaces.
Avoid disturbing the area and call us right away. Scratching sounds often indicate squirrels, raccoons, or bats.
Yes. We offer cleanup and sanitation services to remove droppings, nesting materials, and contaminated insulation.
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