It is not unusual to worry about some form of pest infestation in the workplace. This is especially true in warehouses and distribution centers. Having invasive pests in the workplace can be a facility manager's worst nightmare. Without quality commercial cleaning services, that nightmare can quickly become a reality. With the right cleaning services, however, you can worry less about the risk of pest infestation and focus more on day-to-day work production.
While commercial cleaning services are only one part of pest control, they are an important one. This is particularly true for pests such as ants, roaches, mice, and rats. Insects and rodents rely upon sources of food and water left around the workplace to thrive. The first line of defense against these pests is a professional cleaning service.
Investing in Professional Cleaning Services
When it comes to pest prevention, you do not want to underinvest in your commercial cleaning services. Doing so could compromise your brand image, your workers' health, and the integrity of your work environment. It also lays out a welcome mat for unwanted insects and rodents.
Professional cleaning services know what it takes to prevent pest infestations. They have the training to implement steps to avoid infestations and go the extra mile to keep your worksite pest-free. Your cleaning company should pay attention to the following areas:
Emptying and Cleaning Garbage Bins
It is no secret that most pests are looking for something to eat. Food waste and scraps are the number one causes of pest infestations on commercial properties. A particular hotspot for pests is garbage bins. Open, unemptied, and dirty garbage bins provide pests with an abundant and centralized food source. They can create an all-you-can-eat buffet for pests if they remain full at the end of the day.
Garbage bins should be emptied daily by your commercial cleaning service. Regular cleaning and disinfecting of garbage bins should also be a part of the cleaning company's regimen to prevent buildup. Additional cleaning should be completed in and around garbage bins to remove crumbs, spills, and moisture. These steps help get rid of pests' leading sources of food, which reduces the risk of infestation.
Cleaning Up Food Spills
Of course, if pests cannot find what they are looking for in garbage bins, they will look elsewhere. After all, they aren't picky about where their food comes from! They will scour your breakroom for crumbs and spilled beverages. Do not forget about employees who like to eat snacks or lunches at their desks. Most likely, they are leaving behind bits of food for pests to feed upon.
A reliable cleaning service will ensure a complete clean. This includes floors, countertops, tabletops, desktops, underneath desks, and all nooks and crannies - especially in the breakroom. Your professional cleaners should leave no scraps behind for pests.
Preventing Moisture Build-Up
Pests are not only looking for food at worksites, but they are also in search of water. When they find a source of hydration, they will begin nesting nearby. This allows them to hide and rest during the day. When the workers leave at the end of the day, the pests come out to grab a quick drink and start to scavenge for food.
Poor drainage, excess humidity, or plumbing leaks can all cause moisture and water problems. While commercial cleaning services cannot fix these issues, experienced cleaners can spot and report them. They will also make sure that there is no water left on floors or countertops.
Signs of Infestation
Infestations usually come with unpleasant signs, including:
Odors
Droppings
Nests
Physical damage
Tracks
Dead pests
However, these signs may not be obvious, or you may not be looking in the right places. A professional cleaning company gives you a trained eye to view the situation. Professional cleaners are also familiar with areas where pests may be hiding, places that everyday workers do not see.
Employees and even managers rarely have a reason to look in nooks and crannies where pests love to call home. Commercial cleaners, on the other hand, inspect these locations regularly. When you have a reliable, professional commercial cleaning service, it is much more difficult for pests to go undetected.
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