Buying a Home With an Active Wildlife Exclusion Contract: What Transfers to You
It happens more often than you might expect in Waterbury, Middlebury, and the surrounding towns: a buyer closes on a home and discovers that the previous owner had a wildlife exclusion project underway for bats or flying squirrels. The ridge guards are installed, some entry points are sealed, and a technician is scheduled to come back. Suddenly the new owner has questions. Is the work finished? Who does the warranty belong to? Will the animals come back?
What a Wildlife Exclusion Contract Covers
A ProSource exclusion contract is tied to the property, not just the person who signed it. It covers the inspection, sealing of all identified entry points, installation and later removal of one-way doors, and a final inspection to confirm the structure is secure. Most contracts also include a warranty period with the option to renew annually. If the previous owner started the project, the remaining steps still need to happen for the home to be fully protected.
Transferring the Account to the New Owner
When a home changes hands mid-project, ProSource moves the account into the new owner's name so service records, warranty coverage, and renewal reminders follow the house. A recent Middlebury buyer inherited a bat and flying squirrel exclusion that had started in June; after confirming the scheduled return visit for one-way door installation, our office transferred the account and walked her through warranty and 2027 renewal options.
Questions to Ask Before Closing
If a seller discloses wildlife activity or you see evidence during the inspection, ask for the exclusion company's name, the date work began, which steps are complete, and whether a warranty exists. Our article on what to do when a home inspector finds bats is a helpful starting point.
Why Finishing the Job Matters
A half-finished exclusion is not much better than none. If the one-way doors are never removed and the final opening never sealed, flying squirrels and bats will find their way back in next season. Completing the project and keeping the warranty active protects the investment you just made. Learn more about ProSource wildlife exclusion services in Greater Waterbury.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a wildlife exclusion warranty transfer to a new homeowner?
With ProSource, yes. Exclusion warranties are tied to the property, and the account can be transferred into the new owner's name once ownership is confirmed. Contact our office with your closing date and the property address to start the transfer.
What if the previous owner never finished the exclusion?
ProSource will inspect the home, confirm which steps were completed, and finish the remaining work, including one-way door removal and final sealing. The written inspection report shows exactly what is still open and what it will take to close it.
Can I renew the warranty after the first year?
Yes. ProSource offers annual warranty renewals on exclusion work so the home stays covered against re-entry. Renewal typically includes an inspection to confirm seals and ridge guards are intact.
Should I get my own inspection even if the seller had one done?
It is a good idea. A fresh inspection confirms the current condition of the roofline and attic, verifies prior work, and gives you documentation in your own name. Many buyers in Waterbury schedule one in the first month of ownership.
How do I know if flying squirrels or bats are still in the attic?
Listen for activity at dusk and before dawn, check for fresh droppings near vents or the attic floor, and watch the roofline at sunset for animals exiting. If anything seems active, schedule an inspection rather than sealing openings yourself.
Bought a Home With Wildlife History? Let Us Take a Look
Whether you inherited an active exclusion contract or simply want to confirm your new Waterbury-area home is sealed, contact ProSource Pest Solutions to schedule an inspection and get the account set up in your name.
