Bat & Bird Removal in Kalamazoo & Portage
Bats in the attic? Birds in the vents?
Bats and birds move into outside lighting, attic vents, gutters, soffits, chimneys and sheds. They’re rarely dangerous, but they leave droppings, nesting debris and noise behind, and nests can block vents and damage property. Johnson Pest Control has experience removing bats and birds safely from homes and properties across the Kalamazoo area.
Signs of bats
- Small dark droppings piling up under eaves, on window sills or on attic insulation
- Brown or greasy stains around gaps in siding, trim or chimney flashing
- Scratching or squeaking in the walls or attic at dusk and dawn
- Bats flying out of the roofline right after sunset
Birds we deal with most
- Woodpeckers drilling into siding, trim and fascia
- Pigeons roosting on roofs, ledges and signs
- Starlings nesting in vents, soffits and gaps in the roofline
- English (house) sparrows nesting in vents, gutters, light fixtures and signs
Signs of nesting birds
- Twigs, grass or feathers sticking out of dryer, bath or attic vents
- Chirping inside vents or soffits
- Droppings building up on siding, decks or signs
- Birds repeatedly flying in and out of a gap in the roofline, light fixture or gutter
How bat and bird removal works
Bat removal takes some care, so we start with a free assessment by phone or email. Tell us what you’re seeing and we’ll explain the options. If we need to come out, an on-site evaluation is $150.
We handle bats by exclusion and sealing: we get the bats out of the building, then seal the entry points so they can’t get back in. For birds, we use proven exclusion and removal methods to get them out and keep them from coming back.
Wildlife repairs
We also repair the damage animals leave behind, including vent screens, chimney caps and attic cleanup. Repairs are quoted after we know what’s needed.
Pricing
Every bat and bird job is different. It depends on the number of entry points, the roof height and how much work is needed. Call (269) 459-1788 for a quote. Phone and email assessments are always free.
Related services
- Squirrels, raccoons and other animals in the attic: wildlife removal ($625 flat-rate trapping program)
- Wasps and bees nesting in the eaves: wasp and bee control
- Mice in the attic: mouse and rat control
Frequently asked questions
Are bats dangerous?
Most bats never come in contact with people. Bats can carry rabies, though, so never handle one bare-handed. If a bat was found in a room where someone was sleeping, contact your doctor or the local health department.
Can you just kill the bats?
Exclusion and sealing is the long-term fix: it gets the bats out and keeps them out. Bats also eat huge numbers of insects, so getting them to live somewhere else is the better outcome for everyone.
How much does it cost to check for bats?
A phone or email assessment is free. If we need to come out, an on-site evaluation is $150.
Get bats and birds out for good
Call (269) 459-1788 for a free phone assessment, or sign up online.