Bat House Kit - One Chamber - BCI Certified

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Bat House Kit - One Chamber - BCI Certified

Bat House Kit - One Chamber - BCI Certified

Image of assembled one chamber bat house, unpainted

Price:

$49.95

Ship Weight:

10.00 LBS

Rating:

( 6 product reviews )

Shipping:

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About this Batty Item

One Chamber Bat House Kit - BCI Certified

Are you a Do-It-Yourself kind of person but just don't know what makes a good bat house?

Then this kit is for you ! Perfect kit for adults and kids who like to build thngs.

This bat house kit is designed to meet all 10 of Bat Conservation International (BCI) certification requirements, once built and painted. Its unique tab and slot design makes assembly so easy a first grader can do it. The kit comes mitered, grooved and ready to assemble. Includes screws and instructions. This one chamber kit can house an estimated 50 - 100 bats (depending on species).

Be sure to check out the "Videos from the Bat Cave" tab for product videos!

Kids love this kit - This is the kit we use in our workshops!

Tools needed: small power drill, Phillips-head driver bit, #8 Pre-drill (countersink) bit and a Phillips-head screwdriver

We recommend the tool we use in our Workshops: the DeWALT Flip Drive (DW2701). This tool is available as an add-on item in our store.

Additional tools you may find helpful: clamps or masking tape

Supplies needed: paintable latex caulk, paper towels and water-based paint for exterior finish

We use high quality building materials: exterior grade ACX plywood. All interior surfaces have cut grooves giving bats a permanent gripping surface that will never come loose and entangle or injure the bats. Kit comes with instructions, screws, nails and a cut-out bat to decorate the front of the house.

The manual covers choosing a paint color, as well as, where and how to install your bat house for the best chances of success.

Made in the USA by us in our BatShop!

Our Kit Design is copyrighted and cannot be reproduced without express written permission.

Specifications:

Dimensions: H 28" x W 18" x D 2"

Weight: 8 lbs.

Bat Capacity*: about 50 to 100 (depending on the species)

Cubic Inches of Roosting Space: 220

*We attempt to be honest with our estimates allowing approx. 3 cubic inches for each bat. This includes an allowance for unused space since the bats will not pack the house top to bottom. Some species will crowd in very tightly, others will not. Here's the math: "Cubic Inches of Roosting space / 3 Cubic Inches = estimate of capacity".

Why does it cost so much to ship?

Our bat houses are full size and certifiable. They are not toys or small bird house style kits - this kit ships in a 29x17x3 box and ships at 10 lbs.

Videos from the Bat Cave

Single Chamber Bat House Kit - Introduction (04:13)

Introducing our NEW Single Chamber Bat House Kit. Assembly instructions here https://youtu.be/Z_GVfmIIaBw This bat house kit is new and improved. This video covers the highlights of our new kit available now in our eStore. This is the bat house kit we use to conduct or workshops. Why struggle to cut your own parts and build a bat house, our DIY bat house kits can save you time, requires minimal tools for assembly and is based on research proven bat house guidelines. The DIY Single Chamber kit is BCI Certified when properly finished. Kit includes assembly instructions. Bat Tools & Supplies needed to assemble and finish: Drill #8 Predrill (countersink) bit Phillips driver bit Exterior Latex caulk, paintable Caulk gun (unless you purchased a squeeze tube of caulk) Quart of exterior latex paint Paint brush Hammer to secure deco bat if desired Visit us at http://www.HabitatForBats.org Get Your Bat House at our Bat eStore http://eStore.HabitatForBats.org Our YouTube Channel http://www.YouTube.com/h4bats Like us on Facebook! http://www.Facebook.com/h4bats

Videos from the Bat Cave

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house ready for occupancy

Posted by j.d. on 24th Jul 2018

parts were precise and fit well. the only problem I had was the roof. could never seem to get it to fit right; but added a lot of extra caulking and three coats of exterior latex(that should keep the little rascals dry ha!). I made sure to put plenty of paint on the exposed raw edges so moister would not get in and cause swelling of wood or rot later on. Didn't know if I was to paint the landing area or not, was concerned about paint harming them but did put one light coat on it. also no one could answer how long you should wait after painting before hanging, again concerned about fumes harming bats. Yes very satisfied with kit. jd.
Very easy to put together

Posted by Unknown on 12th May 2017

I loved the included instructions and the screws, especially the fact that the special torx bit was even provided! I recommend dry fitting the pieces together before you actually screw and caulk everything, just like the instructions state. You can definitely tell this was prepared by someone who truly cares about quality.
Good Product. Easily Assembled

Posted by Don Smith on 2nd May 2016

Well designed product that is easy to put together. Use a little care, it is not hardwood. Just needs your caulking, paint and location. Anxious to see it being used.
Just what I needed!

Posted by Unknown on 14th Feb 2016

I have an open field with cattle with water nearby and the bat house fits perfectly in my scheme. I'll let you know how many bats end up living there after awhile.
The Single Chamber Bat House was easy and fun to construct.

Posted by Stan Hall on 1st Jun 2015

The Single Chamber Bat House fit together very easily, just like your video shows. The bottom screws on each side split the plywood even after pre-drilling holes. With all the other screws and caulking used, the bat house is still very strong and secure. I also drilled another hole at the bottom of the chamber to secure the bottom to the tree.