Lakeland · Polk County, FL
Bat Removal in Lakeland, Florida
Gotcha Wildlife Removal provides licensed, humane bat removal for Lakeland homeowners and businesses. Lakeland's mature tree cover and abundance of lakes make it one of the most wildlife-active cities we serve. We're on call 24/7 and typically respond same-day across Polk County.
Why Lakeland homes get bat removal calls
Roof rats and squirrels dominate Lakeland calls, especially in neighborhoods around Lake Hollingsworth and Lake Morton. That's exactly the environment where our bat removal work pays off — we find every entry point, remove the animal humanely, and seal your home so it stays out.
Why bats need a specialist
All bat species in Florida are protected. It is illegal to trap, harm, or exclude bats during the maternity season (April 16 – August 14). Our team follows FWC guidelines to remove bats humanely and permanently, so you avoid fines and repeat infestations.
Our bat exclusion process
1) Full inspection of your roofline, gable vents, ridge caps, and soffits to find every entry point. 2) Installation of one-way exclusion devices that let bats leave but not return. 3) After the colony is out, we permanently seal every gap with rated materials. 4) Attic decontamination and guano removal to eliminate odor, mites, and histoplasmosis risk.
Signs of a bat problem
Scratching or squeaking at dusk, brown stains around vents or eaves, guano piles below entry points, or bats seen flying from your roof at sunset. If you see any of these, call us before the colony grows.
Serving Lakeland and surrounding Polk County
Whether you're near the center of Lakeland or on the outskirts of Polk County, our bat removal crews are dispatched from Tampa Bay and cover the whole area. Call 813-638-6017 for a real person, day or night.
Frequently asked questions
Is bat removal legal in Florida?
Yes, but only with humane one-way exclusion devices and only outside the April 16 – August 14 maternity season. We follow all FWC rules.
How much does bat removal cost?
Pricing depends on colony size, roof access, and the amount of guano cleanup required. We provide a firm, upfront quote after a free on-site inspection.
Do you clean up bat guano?
Yes. Guano poses real health risks, including histoplasmosis. We remove contaminated insulation, sanitize the space, and can install fresh insulation.
Need bat removal in Lakeland tonight?
Gotcha Wildlife Removal answers the phone 24/7. Most Lakeland calls get a same-day visit.
Call 813-638-6017