ColonyCabin - Resin Shelled 3 Chamber Bat House
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We accept POs from recognized US based organizations for items shipped domestically. We reserve the right to refuse any PO. There may be a 10% service fee applied to all POs.
Can I cancel attending a workshop/event?
Full refunds are given if cancelled 28 days prior to the start of an event. Event registrations are transferable. For more details please see the Workshop Training General Info & Cancellation Policy
What can I return?
You may return new, unopened items sold within 30 days of delivery for a full refund. Shirts, hats, and mugs are made to order and are not returnable.
When will I get my refund?
Most refunds are fully refunded in 3-5 business days after we receive and process your return.
Does BCM do replacements?
We can only replace the exact item and version you ordered, and you are responsible to return the damaged item within 30 days. If you want to exchange for a different item, you will need to return the item and place a new order.
Pettersson D500x and M500 Bat Detectors Return and Exchange Policy
All detectors are tested by BCM staff before shipping to customers. Please contact BCM first detailing the issue you are having with the hardware and obtain a Return Authorization. Should email or phone troubleshooting fail to resolve the issue, you should send the unit in suitable packaging to BCM, with the RA number written on the packaging.
BCM will confirm the unit is defective was not abused or water damaged. BCM will replace the unit at our discretion usually within one week. Units requiring repairs may take 6-8 weeks.
Pettersson factory warranty is one year.
D500x External Microphone Return Policy
All microphones are tested by BCM staff before shipping to customers. Please contact BCM first detailing the issue you are having with the Microphone and obtain a Return Authorization. Should email or phone troubleshooting fail to resolve the issue, you should send the unit in suitable packaging to BCM, with the RA number written on the packaging.
DOA microphones are replaced immediately at no charge. There is a $150 for refurbishing used microphones, shipped immediately if in stock.
Electronics
Electronics purchased from BCM are easily returned within 30 days of receipt of shipment. These items must be in new condition with original packaging and accessories. All bat detectors sold by BCM are supported by the device's manufacturers. In the unlikely event a detector appears to be defective, please contact the customer support network for the computer manufacturer to have it serviced under warranty. Pettersson D500x/M500 devices have specific policies, see above.
Software
Software titles purchased from BCM are easily returned within 30 days of receipt of shipment. These items must be unopened and still in their plastic wrap.
General items
Other items purchased from BCM can only be returned if:
- The return is packaged and shipped in the original packaging.
- The items are still in new condition.
- You ship your return within 30 days of receipt of the original shipment.
Any returns that do not meet the above qualifications may receive a reduced refund or be returned to the purchaser. Some items may incur a restocking fee as these items must be inspected, tested, and repackaged. If a restocking fee applies it will be noted on the product information page. All returns will be less original shipping costs.
QUESTIONS & ANSWERS
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I think I have big brown bats, and I've counted about 70 leaving my house in the evening. What kind of bat house do I need to get?
Hello- for that number of bats I would go with the larger ColonyCondo, and attach it if possible, as close as you can to where they are exiting. This will pretty much guarentee bat use. For other mounting ideas see our All About Bat Houses manual at https://batmanagement.com/pages/manuals
The ColonyCondo is located here: https://batmanagement.com/products/colonycondo -
Can I mount this on a tree?
If you don’t want to set a post and that tree gets direct morning sun for awhile partway up ( at least 10’ off the ground), than that’s going to be your best option, short of putting it on some structure. You’ll want the “post mount kit” with that bat house. However, I suggest picking up some longer lag bolts in -stainless steel- from the hardware store… just 2 of them. Assemble the mount on the ground, then place on the tree so the bottom will be at least 10’ above ground. Bolt in one screw in the upper mount with an impact drill. Use a small level to level the mount and then insert the second stainless bolt thru the lower mount. Here is the manual for the mount detail:https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2378/9221/files/ColonyCabin.pdf?v=1707617811 You want to use stainless to reduce the risk of weakening or even killing the tree. And only 2 bolts total rather than 4 you see in our manual, for same reason. You need to purchase 2- 3/8 x 3.5’’ or maybe 4’' stainless lag bolts; a little longer than normal because the tree is round/uneven and you have to get thru the thickness of the bark. Some advise not using trees because the location of the bat house may be too shaded, and it may be easier for predators to get to the bat house. The predation isn't a probem -possibly- until you get a lot of bat activity, in which case you might consider a guard.
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How much hot afternoon sun should the Colony Cabin 3 chamber get? I live in Sonoma CA 95476.
We recommend all bathouses receive at least 6 hours of -direct- morning sun, except in low elevation desert locations. If it does not get some number of direct morning sun, it may never house bats, or at least take a number of years. When bats start occupying the bat house, consider another one nearby but perhapse more shaded; bats will move between the two as needed. - JC
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What color is best for central piedmont NC? I think you are out of brown so I wasn’t sure if green would work. Thanks
If starting a new colony and installing just one bat house, then any of the dark colors may work- black, brown, green. If/when you start building a colony, you might consider a second bat house possibly somewhere nearby that receives afternoon shade, or perhapse on the backside of the first bat house. Direct morning sun is critical, mounting on a building benifits from the heat radiating from the building. See more at https://batmanagement.com/pages/manuals
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Hornets completely blocked/took over the bat house. How do you prevent another takeover? (Westmoreland County, PA)
Wasp nests can be removed or demolished by standing off to one side and using a long thin stick/pole, etc. to work out the debris. Do this only when bats are not present; use a spotlight to inspect the baffles for bats. You are less likely to encounter any bats between Nov-March in SW PA bat houses.