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.
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.
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
Working a job in Gurley is one piece of a bigger picture — bats behave the same way across North Alabama, even when entry points differ town to town. For the biology, damage patterns, exclusion approach, and where else we work this species, see our full bats in attic in North Alabama guide.
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.
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.
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.
Histoplasmosis (a respiratory fungus from old guano) and rare rabies exposure. Direct skin contact with bats or guano should always involve professional PPE.
Stainless one-way exclusion valves, copper mesh, hardware cloth, metal flashing, polyurethane sealants. We avoid foam-only seals — bats and rodents chew through them.
"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…"
"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…"
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.
Watch for chirping at dusk, scratching above bedrooms, and dark stains at roof junctions. Common pattern: guano.
Watch for chirping at dusk, scratching above bedrooms, and dark stains at roof junctions.
Snake calls climb sharply in June. Most are non-venomous rat snakes and king snakes following rodents, but copperhead and cottonmouth identification matters. Yard cleanup — removing landscape rock harborage, woodpiles, …
Watch for snake spotted on patio or deck, shed skin near foundation, and snake under stored items.
Learn to identify the telltale signs of raccoon activity in your attic, from nocturnal sounds to physical damage, and understand …
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Most Gurley jobs scheduled within 24–48 hours.
