Are Bathroom Bugs Hurting Your Business?

What is your business doing to combat bathroom bugs? It doesn’t matter whether you’re running a retail store, a restaurant, a hotel, or a recreational facility. If customers or guests witness a pest infestation while visiting your premises, make no mistake – it will hurt your business.

The problem, of course, is that bathrooms are to pests what Twitter was to Donald Trump. In other words, they just can’t resist its allure! When guests or customers witness even one unwelcome critter scurrying along the floor, word of mouth will spread faster than you can say “ew”!

Washrooms Are An Oasis For Bathroom Bugs

To many bathroom insects, moisture sources are more important than a food supply. Take the German cockroach for instance. Bathroom bugs like these can survive for weeks without food but will die in days without water.

It should come as no surprise then, that your business’s washroom is a safe haven for pests since they’re moisture hotspots. And don’t think for a second that your washroom isn’t an all you can eat buffet for bathroom bugs. Many of your unwanted visitors will feast upon the filth and grime left behind when you don’t clean your bathroom properly.

7 Tips To Prevent Bathroom Bugs From Running Riot

1. Inspect Bathrooms

Diligence is essential to remove the threat of bathroom bugs. Even if you don’t see standing water, keep a watchful eye out for rust or discolouration. As you investigate the surrounding plumbing, know that rust or discolouration are key indicators of prior leaks.

Also, check the base of toilets for water that could be leaking around the rim and make any needed repairs. Finally, fix any other leaks immediately. Your business can’t afford any procrastination.

2. Tightly Seal Cracks and Holes

Has your business experienced ants in the bathroom or fruit flies in the bathroom? You should ensure that holes in your water pipes are securely sealed, particularly where they enter your washroom.

The same goes for your walls. Loose or cracked caulking and grout around your sinks and toilets needs to be repaired, pronto.

3. Reduce Pest Mobility

Putting screen mesh behind drain covers and pipes will prevent bathroom bugs from moving freely around your restrooms. It also helps to stop the presence of bugs in your drain.

Adding water into plumbing traps below floor drains will prevent them from drying out, which allows bathroom insects easy entry.

4. Vigilant Cleaning Staff

Your cleaning staff must regularly wipe any water surrounding sinks, counters, and floors throughout the day and just before closing time. This helps eliminate silverfish in the bathroom and any other tiny bugs in the bathroom that love moisture and water.

If you don’t employ a cleaning staff, post signs in the bathroom asking people to wipe up after themselves.

5. Eliminate Food Sources

Has your business had issues with bugs in your drain? You should clean your drains monthly to remove buildup and grime. This way, you’re taking bathroom bugs’ favourite entrees off the menu.

6. Declutter

Sort out your washroom cabinets, cupboards, and closets so they’re clutter-free. Don’t forget to empty trash receptacles at least once a day.

7. Keep It Dry

If restroom areas are moist and humid, consider installing fans or dehumidifiers. Summertime sees higher levels of heat and humidity. In other words, summer leads to increased indoor air moisture that results in bacteria, mold, and mildew growth.

Bathroom bugs love conditions like these but thanks to fans or dehumidifiers, you can reduce and maintain humidity levels in your washroom areas.

Wash Your Hands Of Bathroom Bugs With Terminix Canada

If you’re unsure about an infestation of bathroom bugs, but there are minor warning signs, it’s better to be safe rather than sorry. It sounds like common sense, but if you’re busy with all the other facets of running a business, that inkling of a pest infestation may not always grab your attention.

Calling in a commercial pest control service for a thorough inspection will, at the very least, give you peace of mind. At best, it will eliminate a pest infestation that could seriously damage your business’s reputation and public image.

Backed by over 90 years of experience, Terminix Canada’s commercial pest control, pest prevention, and pest removal services help Canadian businesses clear up pest problems from coast to coast. Beyond pest-specific assistance, we also have additional commercial services to help you put your business first.

Automated Hand Sanitizer Dispensers

We install automated hand sanitizer dispensers, refill gel hand sanitizer solution on a frequency tailored to your facility, perform dispenser maintenance, and perform annual battery maintenance for a complete solution.

Disinfection Services

Our commercial disinfection services safeguard your business from bacteria, germs, and viruses. We use certified products with 24/7 support.

Odour Control Services

Our odour control solutions help your business permanently eliminate bad odours. Don’t rely on stopgap scents. Our trained staff can fix your odour problems.

Washroom Care

Our washroom care helps keep your business’s washrooms pristine and clean. Say goodbye to nasty odours for good. Our trained staff can fix your problems.

If you’ve seen any warning signs of a washroom pest infestation that could hurt your business, or you’re in need of a precautionary inspection for peace of mind, contact us today! Visit our Branch Locator, find your nearest Terminix Canada branch, and give them a call.