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Pest Prevention Tips for Commercial Facilities
11/19/13
There is nothing worse than dealing with an invading pest in a commercial facility. Once mice are seen scampering across floors or flies are spotted buzzing around food and trashes a business’ good image and reputation can quickly become blemished. A severe pest problem has the devastating potential to ruin a company altogether. While it may seem nearly impossible to keep unwanted insects and rodents out of your business, there are some steps business owners and managers can take to help create a pest free environment. These effective pest prevention tips include:
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Maintaining a clean and dry work environment
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Trash cans should be regularly emptied and it is best if outdoor trash containers are kept away from windows and doors. Trash lids should also be securely closed so that pests such as raccoons, mice, and other pests can not ransack the disposed garbage
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Keep drains clear of food and other debris that can attract flies and other insects
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Install lighting such as sodium vapor lighting that does not attract moths and other insects
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Make sure food is stored in glass or plastic sealed containers so that rodents and insects cannot gain entry and contaminate food
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It is also a good idea to be sure loading docks and other areas of entry are clear of boxes, crates, and other items
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Keep trees and shrubs trimmed back away from the side of your building and place crushed stone around the perimeter of your facility to discourage pest from entering your building
Along with implementing these pest prevention measures in and around your commercial facility, partnering with a Copesan Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Specialist with exceptional education and training will also greatly strengthen the protection of your facility against troublesome pests. Copesan uses the IPM method to evaluate your current pest problems and to create an effective resolve for your specific pest situation. This approach also uses prevention techniques to safeguard your facility from invasive pests that may try to gain access to your structure in the future.
Together, with the commercial pest services provided by Copesan and the personal knowledge you have attained of your commercial facility you will have formed a powerful combination that will better protect your business’ image, product, and reputation from problem mice, ants, cockroaches, termites, bed bugs, and many other troublesome pests. For more information on how Copesan’s local service providers can help you better protect your commercial facility, contact a Copesan representative and schedule an appointment today!