One roach can quickly ruin someone’s dinner and get you in trouble with the health department. It’s imperative to keep roaches away from your restaurant and dumpster, so being proactive needs to be a priority. Instituting a few best practices is all it takes, so use the guide below to keep your establishment pest-free.

Preventing Roaches

In the Restaurant

In short, seal your restaurant. Small cracks in the exterior, around windows, and under doors are all attractive entry points for roaches. Make a comprehensive sweep of the exterior. For maximum efficiency, work with a pest control professional who will know common spots to look for.

Once you’re confident that the restaurant is sealed, make sure you aren’t doing anything to draw roaches in. Food items are what they’re looking for, so seal everything in air-tight containers after hours. You’ll need to sweep floors and clean all surfaces thoroughly. It only takes a few crumbs to lure pests into the kitchen or dining area. Make sure you take your trash out each night and schedule an annual pest control inspection to stay ahead of threats.

In the Dumpster

A dumpster is the perfect breeding and snacking ground for roaches. If yours is overflowing with trash and food debris, roaches will set up shop and inevitably work their way into your restaurant. Always close the lid tightly on your dumpster every time you use it, and never let waste sit too long. Working with a reliable waste disposal service will ensure your dumpster is clean and you have the best chance possible to keep roaches out.

Whether you need to rent a dumpster or schedule waste management services, the professionals at Southeast Waste Disposal can assist. Serving Dale, Coffee, Henry, Pike, Covington, Houston, and Geneva counties in Alabama, and surrounding communities for over a decade, these professionals pride themselves on adhering to all waste collection and disposal practices. Learn more about their services on their website or call (334) 774-4158 to speak with a representative.