What time of year is typically best for bat proofing?

The best time of year for bat proofing is in the late summer and early fall. During this period, bats are typically preparing to leave their roosts for the winter months. This timing is ideal because it allows pest control professionals to seal entry points before bats return in spring to roost and reproduce.

In winter, bats hibernate in their chosen roost locations, making it challenging, not to mention unethical, to disturb them. Early spring may also be problematic, as some bats begin to emerge but may still be returning to the roost. Summer could also be a less ideal time since juvenile bats are often present and starting to learn to fly, increasing the risk of them being trapped or harmed during proofing efforts. Therefore, late summer and fall represent the optimal window for effective and humane bat proofing.