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Bat Removal · Huntsville, AL · Forty Years Local
Bat Removal & Exclusion in Huntsville, AL
Bat colonies in Huntsville live in two places: the ridge vents and gable transitions of newer Hampton Cove and west-side construction, and the chimney and attic spaces of older Blossomwood and Five Points homes. We have done legal exclusions in both for forty years.
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About bat removal in Huntsville
Federal and Alabama law shape every bat job in Huntsville: no killing, no trapping, and no full exclusion during the May–July maternity season when flightless pups are in the roost. We work this rule for you, not around it. Most Huntsville colonies are big brown bats or evening bats; we identify the species, time the work to the post-maternity window (typically late August onward), install one-way exclusion valves at the active entry points, and seal every gap down to 3/8 of an inch with copper mesh and metal flashing. Hampton Cove homes lead our call list for ridge-vent colonies; older brick homes in Blossomwood and Twickenham more often have chimney and attic-corner colonies.
Local context for Huntsville
Hampton Cove ridge venting is the most common Huntsville bat entry point we see — the gap between ridge cap and underlayment in modern shingle systems is just wide enough. In Blossomwood and Twickenham, the entries cluster around chimney flashing and the dormer-to-roof transition on older homes.
Where we work: Madison County · ZIPs 35801, 35802, 35803, 35805, 35806, 35810, 35811, 35816, 35824 · along I-565, US-72, US-431, Memorial Parkway
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 Huntsville
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
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"Awesome company. They called and made an appointment and were right on time. They looked at my mole and armadillo problem, discussed what needed done, gave me a quote and did a great job."
Ken Westfall
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"Jim went above and beyond for my raccoon problem! He was prompt, easy to talk to, and didn’t charge an arm and a leg. He fixed the places where the raccoons were getting into my garage on top of correcting the animal problem. I can’t say E…"
Emily Sundt
FAQs
Bat Removal questions from Huntsville 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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