Rodent Infestation: Protection, Hygiene, Value Conservation
Professional removal of rodent-related damages such as odours and pathogens. therlo ensures hygienic safety and protects the value of your property.
Health protection against pathogens
Sustainable Odour Elimination
Prevention & Value Preservation
Consequential damage from mice & rats: More than just a hygiene issue
Material damage to building structure & inventory
Health Risks from Faeces, Urine & Parasites
Intense Odour Nuisance & Depreciation of Value
Cause Analysis: Moisture as Bait
Mice and rats in the house: An invisible threat to buildings and health
A rodent infestation in residential or commercial buildings poses a serious risk that goes far beyond the mere presence of the animals. Mice and rats are not only pests but also carriers of diseases and cause significant structural damage. They prefer to nest in protected, often damp areas such as basements, attics, or behind wall coverings. There, they destroy insulation, wooden beams, and electrical wiring through gnawing, which can lead to energy loss, structural issues, and even fire hazards. therlo not only addresses the infestation itself but primarily the severe consequential damage and underlying causes such as dampness, to restore a sustainable, safe, and hygienic environment.
Our Services
Comprehensive protection against rodent damage
Case analysis
Identification of causes and extent of damage.
Odour removal
Sustainable neutralisation of rodent odours.
Disinfection
Elimination of viruses and bacteria.
Preventive counselling
Vulnerability analysis and protective measures.
Damage Restoration
Coordination of repairs to the building structure.
Building Check
Comprehensive inspection for moisture and access points.
Indoor Air Measurement
Air quality control after renovation.
Secure procedures
Consultation on methods with a focus on safety.
Emergency Service
Quick help for acute odour nuisance.
We restore the hygiene, safety, and value of your property.
Health & Safety
are of utmost priority.
Health Risks: Which Diseases Can Rodents Transmit?
The health risks posed by mice and rats are significant and should not be underestimated. Their droppings—faeces and urine—as well as saliva, can contain a variety of pathogens. The most well-known include the hantavirus, which is transmitted by inhaling aerosolized contaminated dust and can cause severe febrile illnesses, as well as leptospirosis (Weil's disease), which is transmitted through contact with contaminated water or soil. Salmonella can also be transmitted through rodent droppings to food, causing gastrointestinal illnesses. This contamination poses a high risk, particularly for children, the elderly, and pets. Therefore, professional disinfection after an infestation is essential.
Building damage: How rodents endanger the value of your property
The destructive power of rodents is immense and often leads to hidden but costly structural damage. Their constantly growing incisors force them to gnaw on various materials. Electrical cables are particularly at risk, which can trigger short circuits and fires. Insulation materials in walls and attics are shredded for nesting purposes, drastically reducing the building's insulation performance and driving up heating costs. Load-bearing wooden elements and plastic water pipes can also be gnawed, leading to instability and water damage. These damages not only diminish living comfort but also significantly reduce the market value of your property. Early identification and remediation are crucial for preserving value.
Odour issues: The persistent stench of mouse and rat urine
One of the most unpleasant and persistent issues after a rodent infestation is the intense odour caused by urine and decomposition. Mouse urine contains ammonia and crystallises when dry, causing the smell to penetrate deeply into porous materials such as wood, screed, carpet, or insulation. Conventional cleaning methods are often ineffective here, as they do not neutralise the source of the smell. The stench is not only a nuisance but also signals ongoing hygienic contamination. therlo uses specialised technologies such as ozone treatment to break down and completely eliminate these odour molecules, making your rooms fresh and habitable again.
The connection between moisture and rodent infestation
Moisture is a crucial factor that encourages rodent infestations. Mice and rats require water to survive and are irresistibly attracted to damp, dark, and undisturbed places. A leaking basement, a poorly ventilated wall, or small water damage offer ideal conditions for nesting. Here, the rodents not only find water but often softened materials for building nests. Conversely, a rodent infestation can also cause moisture problems by damaging vapour barriers or water pipes. An effective strategy against rodents must therefore always include a professional moisture analysis and control to deprive the animals of their habitat and prevent re-infestation.
Health
protected
Property Value
secured
Quality of living
increased
Preventive Measures: How to Protect Your Property Effectively
The best protection against the consequences of a rodent infestation is consistent prevention. Start by thoroughly inspecting your building for potential entry points. Seal up all cracks, gaps, and holes in walls, foundations, and roof junctions with suitable materials such as steel wool or specialised sealant. Ensure that you eliminate food sources: store food in securely sealed containers and keep bins tightly closed at all times. Eliminate moisture sources by repairing leaks and ensuring good ventilation, especially in basements and attics. A tidy property without clutter or high vegetation close to the house reduces hiding spots and makes your property unattractive to rodents.
Why Professional Help Is Essential
While traps and bait from a hardware store can manage a small, acute infestation, they quickly reach their limits with an established population. Laypersons often cannot accurately assess the extent of the infestation and the hidden nesting sites. Furthermore, DIY methods do not address the serious consequential damage such as odour issues, pathogens, and structural damage. A professional provider like therlo analyses the situation holistically: We identify the causes, eliminate the hygienic risks through disinfection, sustainably neutralise odours, and advise you on structural measures. This is the only way to guarantee a safe, healthy, and long-term rodent-free environment.
The therlo approach: Holistic renovation instead of mere pest control
therlo does not consider itself a traditional pest controller. Our focus is on restoring a healthy and safe living environment after a rodent infestation. We concentrate on the consequential damage that has the greatest impact on your health and the value of your property. Our process starts with a precise analysis of the contamination and any potential moisture causes. We then deploy our specialized technologies to completely remove odours and to disinfect surfaces and the room air. We ensure that all traces of the infestation – both visible and invisible – are eliminated and advise you on preventive measures to avoid future problems.
Does the odour removal also eliminate the health hazard?
A successful remediation following a mouse or rat infestation follows a structured plan to ensure safety and hygiene. First, after the removal of the rodents, a thorough cleaning and disposal of contaminated materials such as nests or droppings is carried out. In the second step, we perform a deep disinfection of all affected areas to eliminate pathogens. Step three involves professional odour removal, where we use processes such as ozonisation to remove even the most persistent smells from building materials and inventory. Finally, an inspection and consultation on structural repairs and preventive measures is conducted to address the causes of the infestation and protect your building in the long term.
