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TruNorth Pest Control | Bat Control in Barnesville, GA
Bats are beneficial to the environment, but when they roost inside your Barnesville home, they become a serious health and safety concern. Bats often enter through small openings and settle in attics, chimneys, or soffits, leaving behind guano, odors, and potential disease risks.
TruNorth Pest Control provides professional, humane bat removal services that comply with Georgia wildlife regulations. We use exclusion devices to allow bats to leave safely, then seal all potential entry points to prevent their return. We also provide cleanup and sanitation of contaminated attic areas.
Our Bat Control Process
Inspection – We identify roosting areas and locate all entry/exit points.
Exclusion – One-way doors are installed to allow bats to leave without re-entering.
Sealing – Once the bats are gone, we seal gaps, vents, and access points securely.
Cleanup – We clean and sanitize droppings, insulation, and odor-affected materials.
Seasonal Bat Activity in Barnesville, GA
January – Low
February – Low
March – Moderate
April – High
May – High
June – High
July – High
August – Moderate
September – Moderate
October – Moderate
November – Low
December – Low
Neighborhoods We Serve in Barnesville, GA
- Downtown Barnesville
- Milner
- College Drive
- Thomaston Street Historic District
- Lamar County Estates
FAQ’S
Are bats a common issue in Barnesville homes?
Yes, bats often roost in attics, vents, and chimneys, especially in older or unsealed homes.
Are bats dangerous?
Bats can carry rabies, and their droppings (guano) may harbor harmful spores causing histoplasmosis.
Can bats damage my home?
Yes. They can soil insulation, create strong odors, and cause staining on ceilings.
How does TruNorth remove bats?
We use exclusion devices that allow bats to leave but not return, then seal all entry points.
Is bat removal legal?
Yes, but bats are protected species. Removal must be done humanely and outside of maternity season.
People Also Ask (PAA)
When are bats most active in Georgia?
Bats are most active from April through early fall when temperatures rise and insect food is plentiful.
How do I know if bats are in my attic?
Look for droppings, strong ammonia smells, and squeaking noises at dusk or dawn.
What time of year can you legally remove bats?
Outside of maternity season, typically after August 15 in Georgia.
Why do bats enter homes?
They seek warm, dark, quiet places to roost; attics and chimneys are ideal.
Can bats chew through materials to enter?
No, but they exploit small gaps or vents as small as 3/8 of an inch.