When the rats move in, it's not just about chewed cables and destroyed food supplies. Experts now warn that rodents can spread dangerous diseases – directly to your children and pets.
The rats are increasing – and they seek shelter in our homes when the temperature drops. But it's not just about chewed cables and destroyed food supplies.
Experts now warn: rats and mice can spread dangerous diseases directly to your children and pets.
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The rats come when you sleep
Most people notice nothing until it's too late. Rats can get in through openings as small as a coin – in just one night.
– You wake up and discover traces: gnaw marks, droppings in the corners, torn packages in the pantry. That's just the tip of the iceberg, says Örjan Johansson, researcher at Luleå University of Technology.
And worst of all: they leave behind bacteria and viruses that can spread throughout the home.
Serious diseases – directly in your home
According to experts, rats can spread among other things:
⚠ Salmonella – which causes stomach illness and vomiting
⚠ Leptospirosis – which can cause fever, headaches, and kidney damage
⚠ Hantavirus – airborne virus that can be life-threatening
⚠ Allergens – that trigger asthma and allergies in children
– Children crawling on the floor and pets sniffing around are at greatest risk. It only takes contact with contaminated dust or droppings.
Poison and traps are not enough
Traditional rat traps catch only a few animals – but the population still grows. Poison also poses a risk to both children and pets.
– It's a constant cat-and-mouse game. As long as your home feels “comfortable” for the rodents, they will come back.
That's why more people choose Repello
A method that has become increasingly popular in Swedish homes is Repello rat repeller. It plugs into the wall socket and emits ultrasound that makes it impossible for rats and mice to stay.
✔ Safe for your pets
✔ Completely toxin-free and safe for children and pets
✔ Unpleasant for rats – but inaudible to humans
– We heard small pawing sounds in the attic, and the children were afraid to sleep alone. We installed Repello – and after a day or so, the house was completely quiet. We sleep peacefully again, says Anna, a mother of young children from Västerås.
Protect the family – before it's too late
Autumn is the time when rats seek shelter indoors. Waiting too long can mean expensive cleanups – and in the worst case, diseases.
– If you have children or pets, you should take the threat seriously. Rats spread infections and destroy the home faster than you think. The only effective way is to make the home completely inaccessible to them.
