How to Prevent Bats
Bats carry many diseases and pose serious health risks when living in close proximity to humans. Preventing bats from entering buildings is crucial for humans and bat safety.
What Will Keep Bats Away?
The main way to keep bats from entering your property is to seal any possible entry points and reinforce the structure. Bats love holes, cracks and crevices in walls and ceilings. They can even tear through old screens. Our fully trained team does site inspections to assess all possible entry points.
We reinforce holes and soffit gaps to prevent bats from returning. Our team's decision sometimes involves replacing the entire soffit line with an alternative material, such as perforated soffit Hardie Board. This will prevent re-entry. These steps are some of the most effective options to protect against bats. For every solution, we will make it look as good as new.
Our trained biologist can continue to watch the property to manage the situation. Urban Jungle offers a one-year warranty on our exclusions...
Guide to Diseases Transmitted by Bats
Are you hearing flapping sounds at night? Is there an odd odor coming from your wall or ceiling? You might have bats living in or around your property. Bats carry various diseases, some of which can pose risks to humans, and while not all bats carry diseases, many have transmitted viruses, bacteria and parasites. Understanding the risks is essential for public health.
What Diseases Can Bats Carry?
The most common disease that is associated with bats is rabies, a fatal viral disease spread through bites and scratches from an infected animal. There are many other diseases that they carry, including:
Histoplasmosis: This fungal disease comes from spores in bat feces and attacks the respiratory system with symptoms similar to pneumonia.
Leptospirosis: This bacterial infection is spread to humans through contaminated urine, and causes fever, severe general malaise, muscular pain, and conjunctival suffusion.
Salmonella: This bacteria is spread through contaminated feces and can cause, fever, diahhrea, nausea, vomiting, and stomach pain.
Do Bats Cause Harm to Humans?
Yes, human interactions with bats can sometimes lead to health...
How to Tell if an Opossum is Actually Dead
Opossums are known for their instinctive ability to play dead when threatened. This unique reaction is called thanatosis, and it's a natural defense mechanism — it's usually effective in warding off predators when hissing and growling fail.
It's easy to get confused between an opossum that acts dead and one that really is. You shouldn't touch it either way, but here are a few ways to tell what you're dealing with.
What Does an Opossum Playing Dead Look Like?
At a glance, there's no distinction between a dead opossum and one that's experiencing thanatosis. An opossum pretending to be dead will typically lie on its side with its eyes closed. Its breathing will get shallow and may even appear to stop completely.
While opossums don't spray like skunks, opossums smell when they play dead. Sometimes, the opossum will loll its tongue and drool, even excreting waste to exaggerate its catatonic-like state. These signs will usually convince a predator that the opossum is dead, and...
How to Get Rid of Opossums
Summary: Opossums, while sometimes beneficial in controlling insects, can become a nuisance when they invade your property. Getting rid of them requires persistence, as these adaptable creatures are known for their tenacity. Learn how to get rid of opossums from your property as we explore these DIY options and professional removal methods to help you reclaim your space:
Natural deterrents: For minor issues, you can keep opossums away by using natural deterrents like cayenne pepper, ammonia mixtures and peppermint oil sprays. These solutions leverage opossums' sensitive sense of smell, creating unpleasant environments that encourage them to relocate. However, their effectiveness is often temporary and requires frequent reapplication. Rodent repellent sprays may also work.
Prevent infestations: Eliminate food sources, such as unsecured garbage bins and pet food, to prevent infestations. Securing potential shelter areas, like decks, attics and garages, denies them comfortable habitats. Creating a threatening environment by allowing pets to patrol the yard can also deter opossums.
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How to Tell if You Have an Opossum Problem
Opossums are highly adaptable and increasingly common in suburban areas. Although they usually live in vacant burrows, dens, and holes, they'll be happy to reside in your home if they find their way in.
If you notice signs of an opossum infestation on your property, you should call a wildlife removal company for help as soon as possible.
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Common Areas Opossums Inhabit in Your Home
Quiet, poorly lit areas are the preferred choice for opossums seeking shelter in your home. You may notice distinct sounds and even smells coming from the following areas:
Attic
Walls
Garage
Crawl spaces
Beneath the deck
6 Signs of an Opossum Infestation
You'll want to get rid of opossums in your home for numerous reasons. They sometimes carry infectious diseases like tularemia and leptospirosis, which can be dangerous to humans. They won't attack if you encounter them, but opossums do spray a foul odor when threatened and playing dead.
Here are six indications opossums may be occupying your space.
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Common Hiding Spots for Rats in Residential Homes
If you've been hearing strange scurrying sounds at night or seeing signs like gnaw marks and droppings, you may be dealing with a roof rat or Norway rat infestation. As long as they have access to shelter, food, and water, these critters can take up residence in any home, destroying belongings and putting you and your family at risk for harmful diseases.
Where Do Rats Hide in a House?
Because rats are nocturnal, you may not actually see them even if you have an infestation. However, there are still ways you can find a rat's nest in your house. While rats can scurry inside through an open door, window, or garage, they can also squeeze through small holes or cracks in your foundation or walls that you may not even be aware of. Anything from poor sanitation practices to leaving pet food out can attract these unwelcome pests into your home. Even when a homeowner has done everything right, these pests will still...