The
Presence of Rodents and Insects Around Computer Systems and Office
Equipment Can Be Costly
The most common office pests are
mice, rats, spiders, cockroaches, ants, and fleas. These pests can
cause damage to wiring and computer components, loss of data, and
equipment malfunctions. These problems can lead to low productivity
in the workplace, loss of customers, and worst of all, a bad
reputation for the company.
Tips To
Prevent Pests In The Office Environment
~ Be sure that all
food spills are cleaned up immediately.
~ Empty trash frequently and
replace plastic liner when food residue is evident.
~ Do not store empty soda cans in
your area. The sugar residue will attract insects.
~ Keep microwave and toaster ovens
clean.
~ Keep all food in tightly sealed
containers.
~ Dispose of cardboard containers
that may provide living spaces for rodents, and can be a food
source for insects.
~ Report all water leaks or
condensation on pipes.
~ Seal cracks and openings around
wiring and keep screens closed.
~ Leave work areas and desks clean
from debris and left over food that pests may feed off
of.
~ Clean garbage cans daily with hot
soapy water. Garbage and trash are breeding places for germs and
diseases and can attract rodents and other vermin.
**Failure to routinely do any of
these tips could result in visits from the health department and at
worst, create lawsuits for the establishment.
Brown's IPM knows
that the office environment can be a sensitive area for pest
control treatments. Because office equipment can be damaged by the
use of traditional pest control measures, Brown's Intergrated Pest
Management uses the best methods of pest control for your specific
office needs. Call Brown's for a free estimate.