Why you should ask your commercial cleaner about pest control

One of the best ways to avoid unwanted guests like moths or bees setting up camp in your premises is to be vigilant about your cleaning. This means hiring a professional commercial cleaner to regularly attend to your space.

That being said, even the cleanest of businesses should know what to do when a pest situation arises. Today, almost every industry can face a unique set of pest management challenges. An a few small pests aren’t just annoying – they can make your staff sick, hinder how your clients see you and impact your bottom line.

So how can you tell if you have pests on site that need to be controlled or if you’re on the brink of an infestation?

A few signs to look out for include:

Odours – musky, potent smells could indicate pest urine or faeses. Getting an unexpected whiff of soy sauce? It might me cockroaches!

Droppings – noticing black, bean-like pellets around the place? This is usually a sign of rats. What about small, wood-coloured droppings? These are the tell-tale signs of termites. Other unexplained scatterings of faeces likely suggest pests are about.

Sounds – the pitter patter of tiny feet isn’t usually a welcome sound in a commercial environment. Scampering, scratching or squeaking noises are a common sign of pests like rodents, possums or birds.

Damage – bite marks on table legs, gnawed wires or an unexplained hole in the wall might signify that your premise is being frequented by unwanted pests.

If you’ve never had a pest issue before, having your commercial property inspected every year is a worthwhile idea. After all, it’s better to be safe than sorry.

However, if pests are something you’ve had to deal with in the past, you may require more frequent inspections.

Either way, it’s best to speak with a professional to devise a management plan that’s suitable for you and your business.