Silver Bullet Pest ControlBat Removal & Exclusion in Saddle Brook, NJ
Bats flying out of the roofline at dusk, droppings under a gable vent, or a bat loose in the bedroom? We get bats out of Saddle Brook homes the legal way: every gap gets closed except the exits, one-way devices go on those, and the colony flies out on its own, on New Jersey's schedule, with no way back in.
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How do you get rid of bats in a Saddle Brook house?
Bats in a Saddle Brook home are removed by exclusion: sealing every gap except the main exit, fitting one-way devices so the bats leave and can't return, then closing those last openings. In New Jersey this is allowed April 1–30 and August 1–October 15. We're licensed by NJ Fish and Wildlife. Call or text 973-510-2585.
Why a "bat exterminator" is the wrong thing to look for
Lots of homeowners type bats exterminator Saddle Brook NJ into Google, and we understand why: you want them gone. But bats are protected wildlife in New Jersey and they aren't poisoned or killed. Several bat species have declined sharply in the Northeast, and the ones that live in houses eat huge numbers of night-flying insects.
The right job is bat exclusion. Done correctly, every bat leaves the house on its own, and none can get back in. Done wrong (for example, plugging the hole during the wrong month), bats get trapped inside, die in the walls, or find their way into the living space.
That's why bat work should be done by a company licensed for wildlife. Silver Bullet Pest Control holds a wildlife license from the NJ Division of Fish and Wildlife, plus NJ License 90568B, and has more than 15 years of experience. We're based in Garfield, right next to Saddle Brook.
A bat inside the living space: what to do
Found a bat where someone was asleep, or in a room with a child? Do not let it go. Keep the bat confined and contact your local health department to ask about having it tested for rabies. A bat bite can be too small to notice, which is why the health department needs to decide, not you.
If no one was asleep in the room and no one touched the bat:
- Keep people and pets out of the room and close the interior door.
- Turn off the lights, open a window or outside door in that room, and give it time. Most bats find the way out.
- Never pick up a bat with bare hands. If it lands, a container and a piece of cardboard work, with thick gloves.
- Call us. A bat in the house almost always came from the attic or walls, and there may be more.
If anyone was bitten, scratched or touched a bat, contact your doctor and the health department right away.
New Jersey's bat exclusion calendar
These dates are the reason a bat job sometimes has to wait. We follow them on every job:
| Dates | Exclusion allowed? | What it means for your Saddle Brook home |
|---|---|---|
| April 1–30 | Yes | Spring window. Bats have returned but haven't given birth yet. A good time to exclude and seal. |
| May 1–July 31 | No | Pup season. Young bats can't fly, so sealing would trap them inside. We can inspect, plan and do other repairs, but no exclusion. |
| August 1–October 15 | Yes | Main window. Pups are flying, so the whole colony can leave. This is when most exclusions in town get done. |
| October 16–March 31 | Only if an acoustic survey finds no bats present | Bats may be hibernating inside. Exclusion is done only when a survey shows none are present. |
If you find bats in June, call anyway. We'll inspect, put you on the schedule for August, and tell you how to keep bats out of the living area until then.
Signs you have bats in the attic or walls
Bats leaving at dusk
Stand outside at sunset and watch the roofline. Bats leaving one by one from the same spot is the clearest sign of a colony.
Droppings (guano)
Dark, crumbly droppings piled below a gap or in the attic. Unlike mouse droppings, they crumble into dust when crushed. Don't handle them without protection.
Dark stains at a gap
Greasy brown marks around a gap in the siding, trim or vent where bats squeeze in and out every night.
Squeaking or rustling
Chirping or scratching in walls or the attic, especially at dusk and dawn, and louder in summer when pups are present.
One bat in the house once doesn't always mean a colony, but it's worth an inspection. Colonies often live in a house for years before anyone notices.
How we exclude bats from a Saddle Brook home
Inspect and watch
We inspect the roofline, attic and walls and, when needed, watch the house at dusk to see exactly where bats are leaving.
Seal the small gaps
Bats can use very small openings, so we seal the secondary gaps around trim, vents, chimney flashing and roof joints first.
Install one-way devices
On the main exits, we fit one-way devices. Bats leave to feed at night and can't get back in.
Final seal and check
After the bats are gone, we remove the devices, seal those last openings and confirm no bats remain.
Exclusion only works if every gap is found. A bat can fit through a gap smaller than most people would ever notice, which is why we take our time on the inspection.
Where bats get into Saddle Brook houses
Many homes in Saddle Brook are Cape Cods, split-levels, ranches and older colonials, and each design has its own weak spots. The places we find bats using most often:
- Gable vents with broken or missing screens.
- Ridge vents and the ends of roof ridges where the cap doesn't sit tight.
- Gaps where the roof meets the siding, especially at dormers and additions.
- Chimney flashing that has pulled away from the brick.
- Loose trim, soffits and fascia, including behind gutters.
- Attic fans and utility openings that weren't sealed when they were installed.
Two-family homes and buildings with flat roofs or parapets add their own gaps. Wherever bats are using the house, the plan is the same: find every opening, exclude, then seal.
What affects the price of bat exclusion
We give a free quote after the inspection. These are the main things that change the job:
| Factor | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Size of the colony | A few bats using one gap is a smaller job than a large colony using several. |
| Number of gaps | Every opening has to be sealed, so more openings mean more work. |
| Roof height and access | A two-story house or a steep roof takes more time and equipment than a ranch. |
| Type of roof and siding | Ridge vents, dormers, older wood trim and chimneys each need different materials. |
| Time of year | During pup season and winter, the job may need to be scheduled for later or need an acoustic survey first. |
We'll explain what's included and what's optional, and when the work can be done under the NJ calendar.
After the bats are gone
Once the colony is out and the house is sealed, a few things are worth doing:
- Ask about the droppings. We'll show you where guano has built up in the attic or walls and talk through what should be done about it.
- Check the seal each spring. Bats come back to the same roost every year. If a seal fails, they'll find it.
- Don't forget other animals. The gaps bats use are often next to the ones squirrels widen. See our Saddle Brook squirrel and raccoon page.
- Keep our number. If a bat shows up in the house again, call us at 973-510-2585 before you do anything else.
For other pests in town, see our main Saddle Brook pest control page.
More on bats in North Jersey
Free bat inspection quote
Tell us where you've seen bats or droppings. We'll give you a free quote and tell you when the work can be done under New Jersey rules.
Bat calls we get from Saddle Brook
- Bats flying out of the roof at sunset
- A bat in a bedroom or living room
- Droppings under a vent or in the attic
- Scratching in the walls at dusk
- A bat problem that came back after DIY sealing
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Bat questions from Saddle Brook
Can you exterminate the bats in my attic?
No. New Jersey protects bats, so the legal method is exclusion: we close the gaps, fit one-way devices on the exits, and the bats fly out and can't return.
When can bats be removed in New Jersey?
New Jersey permits exclusion from April 1 to 30 and from August 1 to October 15. From May 1 to July 31 it isn't allowed because pups can't fly yet, and between October 16 and March 31 it needs an acoustic survey first that finds no bats.
I found a bat in my child's room. What should I do?
Don't release it. Keep it confined, ask your local health department whether it should be tested for rabies, and then let us find the gap it came through.
Can I just seal the hole the bats use?
Not without the right timing and one-way devices. Sealing them in can trap bats inside, where they die or end up in the living space.
How small a gap can a bat use?
A very small one, often less than an inch wide. That's why bat exclusion means sealing all the small gaps, not only the one you've seen.
How long does bat exclusion take?
The sealing work is often done in a visit or two, then the one-way devices stay up until the bats are gone before the final seal. We'll give you the timeline for your house.
Are bat droppings dangerous?
Guano can carry fungal spores and shouldn't be swept dry or handled without protection. Leave it alone and point it out when we inspect.
Is a single bat in the house a sign of a colony?
Sometimes. One bat can wander in through an open door, but bats coming from the attic or walls point to a roost, so an inspection is worth it.
Do you do bat work in two-family homes and apartment buildings?
Yes. We inspect the whole building, since bats in one unit's wall usually roost in a shared attic or roofline.
Are you licensed for bat removal?
Yes. We hold a wildlife license from the NJ Division of Fish and Wildlife and NJ pesticide license 90568B, with more than 15 years in the field.
¿Tienen servicio para murciélagos en Saddle Brook?
Sí. Sacamos los murciélagos con exclusión según las fechas de Nueva Jersey y sellamos la casa. Hablamos español: 973-510-2585.
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