Bats are increasingly using buildings for roosting because natural sites in tree holes and caves have become more scarce or disturbed.
All buildings are potential roost sites, in particular their:
Anyone working regularly in these areas should be aware of what signs to look out for and how to work within the law, such as:
- surveyors
- architects
- plumbers
- roofers
- pest technicians
- insulators
If you would like further information about bats and how they are treated by law, download our leaflet.
Bats, buildings and the law leaflet