Few problems pose a bigger threat to the success of your hotel than pests. Whether it’s rodents in the rafters or bed bugs in the linens, even a single pest-related negative review on your hotel’s website, Facebook page, or Google profile can translate to serious financial loss for you and your staff.
April is a big month for New England - it’s finally spring, those famous “April showers” are getting us all set up for lovely “May flowers,” and the weather is finally starting to warm up after a long winter. But according to the National Pest Management Association, April is also National Pest Management Month - and that calls for a little celebration.
Your home is your castle: a refuge, where you should be able to relax and rest easy. But like any good castle, a home must be protected from invaders - even the ones that are nearly impossible to see.
Experienced business owners know that, for most properties, pest problems are more than just a possibility - they are likely an eventuality. For grocery stores, which tempt pests with just about everything they need to succeed and multiply, this challenge is even more pressing, and a poorly-managed pest problem can have long-last negative repercussions.
Any homeowner knows the value in taking on problems early, rather than waiting for them to get worse. Whether it’s responding quickly to a weed problem in the front yard or taking on mold as soon as you first start to notice spots along the wall, early action can be much more effective - and easier - than scrambling when the issue has escalated.
