ABCs of Pest Habitat Modification-Garbage Removal

A diligent garbage removal program for your building is essential to make sure pests don't become a problem. We recommend that you pay attention to three specific issues. First of all, when you have wet garbage, like a banana peel, an apple core, or even some of the debris that may be left in your lunch plate, that you make sure that that just doesn't sit in a garbage can or recycling bin. The reason for that is volatiles will be released and pests will be attracted. Put those type of items in a plastic bag and tie it off, and take it directly to the dumpster. Second of all, paper products like cardboard paper or even a wrapper, they can go in a garbage can or recycling bin. But it's really important that they don't remain long periods of time. Make sure daily that they're taken out to the dumpster. The reason for this is cockroaches and silverfish can harbor in that area and make that a home. Last of all, sometimes liners may split and therefore material leak out into the dumpster or the canister itself. Inspect that regularly, and if you find any debris or liquid, wash it and then make sure it's just dried properly on a regular basis. That'll make sure that pests don't find that as an attractive place to be.