Bats in the Attic: Why It’s More Than Just a Creepy Problem

By Orange Mouse – Rodent & Wildlife Control Pros in Kansas City

When most people think of bats, they picture Halloween decorations or spooky caves—not their attic. But in Kansas City, we get plenty of calls from homeowners dealing with unexpected bat colonies living right above their heads. And trust us—it’s not just a noise issue.

Bats may be quiet and elusive, but the damage they cause is very real, and in many cases, hazardous to your health.

How Bats Get In

Bats only need a tiny opening—often as small as ⅜ of an inch—to squeeze into your attic. Common entry points include gaps near the roofline, attic vents, fascia boards, and chimneys. Once they’ve found a quiet space, especially in summer when maternal colonies form, they can stay for months unnoticed.

Why Bats Are a Serious Problem

Unlike raccoons or squirrels, bats usually don’t chew wires or wood—but the real danger lies in their droppings, known as guano. 

Here’s what makes them a major problem:

• Health Hazards – Bat guano can carry a fungus that leads to Histoplasmosis, a serious lung infection caused by breathing in spores. This risk increases as the guano dries out and becomes airborne.
• Odor and Contamination – Bat urine and droppings create a strong ammonia-like smell that can saturate insulation, drywall, and even structural wood.
• Structural Damage – Large amounts of guano are acidic and can corrode wood, insulation, and metal surfaces over time.
• Bat Bugs – Similar to bed bugs, these parasites can move into living spaces once the bats are gone if the cleanup isn’t handled properly.

Legal Protection = No DIY Removal

Bats are protected by law in many states, including Kansas and Missouri, meaning you can’t simply trap or kill them. Removal must be handled using humane exclusion techniques—at the right time of year—to avoid separating mothers from their pups.

What Orange Mouse Can Do for You

We’re experts in bat exclusion and attic restoration. Our team knows the local bat laws and the best techniques for safe, legal removal. 

Our services include:

• Thorough attic inspection and bat activity confirmation
• Humane one-way exclusion devices and entry-point sealing
• Attic spot cleanup and decontamination
• Exclusion Warranty

Think you’ve got bats? Don’t wait until it becomes a health hazard.

Call Orange Mouse—we’ll inspect your attic, explain your options, and handle the problem from start to finish.

Trusted in Greater Kansas City since 2019

Schedule a bat inspection or call us at (913) 379-4200.