Homeowners are being warned that rats could try to seek shelter inside of their homes ahead of Storm Eowyn.
Gardening experts at GardeningExpress.co.uk have shared their tips on deterring rats before the windy weather settles in.
Storm Eowyn is set to bring strong winds to the UK this Friday and Saturday with gusts of wind reaching up to 80mph in some areas.
During storms, rats often find their usual nesting spots become damaged, forcing them to seek shelter somewhere else.
The rodents will be in search of warm shelter which could cause them to come into gardens and homes. The experts have shared several ways to naturally deter rats and keep them away from the home.
Chris Bonnett, gardening expert and founder of GardeningExpress.co.uk said, “Stormy weather conditions such as wind and rain often damages natural nesting sites, forcing rats to find another home.
“You may find that they are trying to enter your home and if you’re experiencing them in your garden it means they’ve viewed it as a suitable place to begin building a nest and keep warm.
“Rats are more likely to do this if you have a lot of debris and garden waste on the ground or sources of food growing such as fruits and vegetables.
“The good news is that there are natural ways to deter rats including using garlic powder, removing potential water sources and covering any gaps and holes in and around your garden and home.”
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