How to Get Bats Out of Your Chimney Without the Stress

If you've started hearing strange scratching or fluttering sounds coming from your fireplace, you're likely trying to figure out how to get bats out of your chimney before the situation gets out of hand. It's a common problem, especially during the warmer months, but it definitely isn't one you want to ignore. Bats love chimneys because they're dark, warm, and safe from predators—basically a five-star hotel for a colony looking for a place to roost. ...

February 15, 2026 · 6 min · Conroy Sartorio