It is vitally important to keep any commercial establishment free from pests at all times. Customers want and deserve a commercial space that is welcoming, safe and free from insects of any kind. The owner of any commercial establishment must be aware of the many steps their employees can take to get rid of any existing pests and make sure that no additional pests of any kind are able to get inside at any time. Doing so can help keep the business running properly, please health inspectors, bring in more customers and help employees remain in good health.

Your First Steps

Keeping pests away from any commercial establishment is a multi-step process involving many different tactics. One of the first things any business owner should do is carefully survey the area outside of their property. Note where the garbage cans are placed each day. Garbage cans placement is particularly important as garbage cans can harbor all kinds of unwanted pests. This is where people place spoiled foods and other unwanted and potentially dangerous material. Make sure any large garbage cans have tight lids and are kept away from your establishment, even on garbage pickup days.

Be Aware of Moisture

Moisture is an invitation to pests. Roaches love nothing more than dark moist spaces where they hide. Avoid this problem and get rid of roaches by keeping unnecessary moisture out of any space. Bathrooms are one area of any business where roaches can show up. This is why it is important to keep any bathrooms in an establishment as clean and dry and possible. Clean the bathrooms in your commercial establishment at least once a week. Install a dehumidifier to get rid of even more moisture. 

Keep Rodents Away

Rodents carry dangerous diseases and can eat into food stores. To help keep them away, make sure that all any trees are trimmed so as not to provide a way for rats and mice to crawl inside. Caulk any small holes seen immediately. Remove spoiled food from the premises as soon as possible to avoid giving them something to eat.

Avoid Flies

Small flies, like drain flies and fruit flies, are unattractive and potentially dangerous, Keep them away from your establishment by keeping all organic matter at bay. Store fruit properly as this can provide a place for the flies to breed, especially in the summer. Wipe down all surfaces in any given room after eating to make sure that no crumbs or fruit
remain there.

Commercial pests can be hard to get rid of on your own. For help with any kind of commercial pest control issues, call Preventive Pest Control today!