Do rats spread disease?

24 Aug Do rats spread disease?

Drains are renowned for harbouring rats, rodents, and other unpleasant pests, which is one of the reasons drains should be properly maintained.

Telltale signs of a rat infestation include sightings of rat droppings around your drains, foul smells and odours, or hearing scratching and squeaking noises.

If you suspect you have a rat infestation or any other issue with your drains, it is important to have a survey carried out urgently. This can enable you to locate the exact cause of your problem and resolve it.

Rats

Diseases transmitted directly by rats are those that come from direct exposure to their faeces, urine, or bites. These include hantavirus pulmonary syndrome, leptospirosis, rat-bite fever, and salmonellosis.

Diseases that are transmitted indirectly by rats to people come from an intermediate source, such as fleas or ticks, that may have had contact with a rat. These include plague, Colorado tick fever, and cutaneous leishmaniasis.

Rats can also have allergens that may provoke a reaction in those who are susceptible.

CCTV drain survey in Birmingham

CCTV drain surveys allow a clear view of the underground drainage system without the need for mess, disruption, or digging.

Experts in CCTV drain survey Birmingham use high-tech equipment to look deep within the drainage system to identify damage, issues, or signs of infestations.

Surveys are conducted by specialist operatives, who will provide you with a full report after the survey has concluded. This can provide you with the details of infestations within your drains or signs of damage and disrepair.