Identify how bats are entering your home
Seal gaps, cracks, vents, and openings after bats have left
Install one-way exclusion devices to let bats exit but not re-enter
Do not trap bats inside walls, attics, or rooms
Avoid handling bats directly
Wear gloves and a mask if you must clean areas they used
Remove guano carefully and disinfect contaminated surfaces
Check for bat colonies in attics, chimneys, eaves, and vents
Use bat-proof screens on chimneys and vents
Turn off outdoor lights that attract insects near entry points
Contact a licensed wildlife control professional
Contact local animal control or public health authorities if a bat was found indoors
Get medical advice immediately if anyone may have been bitten or scratched
Keep pets away from bats and bat droppings
Follow local wildlife laws before removing bats