Safe, humane, and legal solutions for keeping bats out of structures across the Austin region

Bats in Central Texas

Central Texas is home to several bat species, including one of the largest urban bat populations in the world. The Mexican free tail bat (Tadarida brasiliensis) is the species most often seen around Austin. These bats reduce insect populations, support the ecosystem, and play an important role in the local environment. While they are beneficial outdoors, they should never be allowed to roost inside homes or commercial buildings.

MB Wildlife Control provides humane and compliant bat exclusion services designed to remove bats safely and prevent them from reentering structures.

Common Bat Species in Central Texas

Although many species fly through the region, the most common bats found attempting to roost inside structures include:

  • Mexican free tail bats: Fast fliers that gather in large colonies, including under bridges and inside older buildings
  • Evening bats: Small insect eating bats that may enter attics or wall voids
  • Big brown bats: More solitary but known to use barns, attics, and abandoned outbuildings

All native bats in Texas are protected and require specific handling procedures during removal.

Signs of Bat Activity in a Building

Bats leave several clues when they use a structure as a roosting site.

  • Dark staining near roof gaps or vents caused by bat oils
  • Accumulations of guano near entry points or on attic insulation
  • Chirping, rustling, or fluttering noises at dusk or dawn
  • Strong ammonia smell from guano buildup
  • Visible bat flight paths entering a structure at sunset

Bats typically enter through small gaps in rooflines, exposed soffits, warped siding, or open attic vents.

Health and Safety Considerations

Bats are not aggressive and do not seek conflict with people. They are valuable insect predators, especially during Texas summers. However, they can still create risks when they roost indoors.

  • Guano buildup can affect air quality and damage insulation
  • Parasites such as bat bugs may migrate into living spaces
  • Handling bats without experience is unsafe and illegal

Bats should never be trapped inside or killed. Professional exclusion is the only safe and legal approach.

Our Bat Exclusion Services

MB Wildlife Control uses humane and legally compliant methods that allow bats to leave safely while preventing them from returning. Our process focuses on long term structural solutions rather than repellents or chemicals.

  • Full inspection: Identification of all active and potential bat entry points
  • One way devices: Installation of exit tubes or valves that allow bats to leave but not reenter
  • Secure sealing: Permanent closure of secondary gaps and openings once the bats have exited
  • Cleanup guidance: Options for guano removal and insulation replacement when needed
  • Follow up: Reinspection and long term recommendations for property owners

This method protects both the structure and the bats, and ensures compliance with Texas wildlife regulations.

Seasonal Restrictions

Texas bat colonies raise pups during spring and early summer. During this time, exclusion must be handled with care to avoid separating mothers from young bats that cannot fly. MB Wildlife Control follows state guidelines for maternity season to ensure humane timing and safe outcomes for property owners and wildlife.

Bat Issues in Commercial Settings

Businesses and property managers across Central Texas frequently encounter bat activity in:

  • Warehouses and loading docks
  • Shopping centers and signage cavities
  • Parking garages
  • Office buildings and rooftop structures
  • Sports facilities and covered seating areas

We work with HOAs, facility managers, and commercial owners to design exclusion systems that protect customers, staff, and equipment.

Bat Exclusion for Homes and HOAs

Residential bat entry is most common through small gaps along the roofline. Homeowners often call after noticing droppings on porches, noise in walls, or regular bat flight paths near attic vents.

We provide discreet solutions that protect attic spaces and preserve the important bat populations that help maintain Texas ecosystems.

Service Area

MB Wildlife Control provides bat exclusion throughout Central Texas. Service areas include Austin, Round Rock, Cedar Park, Georgetown, Pflugerville, Lakeway, Dripping Springs, Leander, Buda, Kyle, and nearby communities.

Schedule a Bat Exclusion Assessment

If bats are nesting in your vents, roosting over your entryways, or creating constant cleanup work for your staff, MB Wildlife Control can help. A site visit allows us to identify the problem areas and recommend the right mix of exclusion and deterrents for your property.

Contact MB Wildlife Control
Phone: (512) 522 1780
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.mbwildlifecontrol.com