Pest control for restaurants and hotels
A single pest sighting can cost a restaurant or hotel a health inspection grade or a guest review, so this service is built around documentation and discretion. We inspect kitchens, storage, guest rooms and delivery areas, treat on a recurring schedule, and leave a written report behind every visit that is ready if an inspector ever asks for it.
30 day guarantee Restaurants and hotels · since 2005- Family owned since 2005
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- 30 day guarantee
- No multi year contracts
- Environmentally friendly products
- Licensed, bonded, background checked
Every visit covers
- Kitchen, storage and food prep area treatment on a recurring schedule
- Guest room and furniture inspection for bed bugs on request
- Delivery area monitoring for pests entering with food or supply shipments
- Pantry pest coverage, weevils, moths and beetles that get into dry goods
- A written service report after every visit, ready for a health inspector
- Discreet scheduling before opening, after close or during off peak hours
- Staff guidance on spotting early signs during daily operations
What homeowners notice first
- Activity reported near a walk in cooler, dry storage or prep line
- A guest complaint involving bed bugs or bites
- Pests noticed near a loading dock or delivery entrance
- Moths or small beetles turning up in flour, grain or cereal storage
- An upcoming health inspection with no current documented service
- Multiple guest rooms with reported activity in the same wing or floor
- Flies or gnats concentrated around trash or drain areas
Three steps, no mystery spray
The same method on every restaurants and hotels job since 2005, with a 30 day guarantee on the end of it.
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Inspect the full property
We check kitchens, storage, delivery areas and, for hotels, guest rooms and furniture, since restaurants and hotels each face a different mix of pests and risk points.
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Treat on a recurring schedule
We treat identified problem areas and set a recurring visit schedule sized to your volume and risk level, timed around service hours or guest occupancy.
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Document every visit
Each visit ends with a written service report you can keep on file, ready to hand a health inspector or show a corporate office without notice.
What we use, and where
Treatment in food service and guest areas uses low odor, low residue methods appropriate for spaces where food is prepared or guests are sleeping, applied to label and kept out of active food prep surfaces. We schedule around service hours and housekeeping wherever we can, so treatment happens without guests or diners ever noticing a technician was there.
Activity by month
Peak months from our own route records.
Most restaurants land on monthly service with pantry pest checks built in, hotels usually add guest room bed bug protocols on top of the standard recurring visit.
What restaurants and hotels customers say
They helped us with a protracted roach problem. The owner took the time to talk through the issue with us for a long time. He was the only company that said we didn't need to get on a multi year contract. They ended up coming three times and I haven't seen new roaches for months. Thank you for your excellent customer service and thoroughness.
This review is long overdue. Facility is simply the best local company out there. It took me years to find a reliable, effective and cost efficient company that was easy to deal with any time I needed something extra. Sam, the owner, cares so much about all his clients and makes sure that each is taken care of. Don't look any further for your next pest control company.
Facility Pest Control responded to me quickly, gave me an estimate, and offered a fair price. The technician who came out was great to work with, communicated what he would be doing, and accommodated our requests to focus on certain problem areas. The spraying so far seems very effective.
Restaurants and hotels questions, answered
Why is pest control critical for a restaurant or hotel?
A single sighting can mean a failed health inspection, a bad review, or a guest who never comes back. Cockroaches and rodents can contaminate food and surfaces, and bed bugs in a hotel room can turn into an expensive, public problem fast. Regular, documented service is what prevents that.
What pests do you see most in restaurants and hotels?
Restaurants deal most often with cockroaches, rodents, flies and pantry pests like weevils and moths in dry storage. Hotels see bed bugs most, along with mosquitoes in warmer months and the occasional tick riding in on luggage.
Will treatment disrupt service or guest stays?
We schedule around your hours whenever possible, before opening, after close, or during low occupancy, so treatment does not interrupt service or guest experience. Documentation is handled the same way, quietly and on file, not something guests ever see.
Do you provide documentation for our health inspector?
Yes. Every visit generates a written service report, and we can format documentation to match what health inspectors typically ask to see during a review. Keeping that history on file is one of the biggest reasons hospitality accounts work with us.
How do you handle a bed bug report in a guest room?
We inspect the reported room and immediately adjacent rooms, confirm activity, and treat with dust and EPA registered products to label, followed by a check to confirm the room is clear before it goes back into rotation.
How often should a restaurant or hotel schedule service?
Most properties do best on monthly service, with some higher risk kitchens or larger hotels stepping up to a tighter schedule. We will recommend a frequency based on what we find during the initial inspection, not a one size fits all default.
Can you handle multiple restaurant or hotel locations?
Yes. Multi location accounts get one account manager, consistent reporting and the same standard of service across every property, so a corporate office is not managing a different vendor at each address.
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Commercial Pest Control in Restaurants and Hotels
Beyond aesthetics, pests in restaurants and hotels pose significant health risks.
In worse cases, this can lead to costly shutdowns by health inspectors or cancellations from disgusted guests.
Having a trusted commercial pest control provider like Facility Pest Control is paramount to keeping your establishment free from common hospital pests.
Get a Free QuoteFactors Behind Pest Infestations in Restaurants and Hotels
Certain industries attract more pests than others. But, there are several key areas where hotels and restaurants can keep a closer eye with the help of Facility Pest Control on to minimize the risk of attracting unwanted guests:
Food and Waste Management
Improper food storage and handling practices create ideal breeding grounds for pests. Crumbs left on tables, overflowing trash cans, and food debris around preparation areas in restaurants or in guest rooms of hotels can potentially attract creepy crawlies, especially if left overnight.
Building Maintenance
Even without attractants, pests will go inside buildings to seek shelter from the elements. This is why it’s important to seal gaps around doors and windows as well as cracks in walls and floors. Leaky pipes also provide entry points for pests.
Moisture Control
Damp environments are particularly attractive to many pests. Leaking pipes, condensation buildup, and improper drainage in kitchens, bathrooms, and laundry areas contribute to creating areas of extreme moisture. These environments can harbor pests in restaurants and hotels.
Delivery
Inspect incoming deliveries of food and supplies in restaurants for signs of pests. Hotels should also inspect luggage deliveries and packages sent ahead by guests, especially when coming from areas notorious for specific kinds of pest infestations.
Furnishings
Inspect furniture and mattresses thoroughly before and after guest use. Even new furniture and mattresses can harbor hidden infestations. Consider purchasing furniture with bed bug warranties for fewer potential headaches.
Potential Risks and Hazards of Pests in Restaurants and Hotels
Pest presence in restaurants and hotels poses a significant threat to both public health and your business operations, including:
Health Risks
Cockroaches, flies, and rodents can all carry and transmit harmful pathogens. They can contaminate food with bacteria, viruses, and parasites, leading to foodborne illnesses among guests in restaurants. Bed bugs, even though they’re not known disease carriers, are just as harmful. They can cause itchy welts and allergic reactions, disrupting guests’ sleep and comfort.
Property Damage
Mice and rats can cause significant property damage by gnawing on electrical wiring, furniture, food packaging, and even walls in hotels. Bed bugs can also leave stains on bedding and furniture in hotels, requiring costly replacements.
Negative Branding
In hospitality, pests are a death sentence. Negative online reviews and word-of-mouth spread can have a lasting impact on your business. Failure to maintain a pest-free environment in a restaurant can result in citations and even closure by health inspectors. Hotels with severe pest infestations may also face sanctions from regulatory bodies.
Common Pests in Restaurants and Hotels
Several types of pests can find their way into restaurants and hotels.
For example, in restaurants, cockroaches and rodents can squeeze through tiny cracks and live in inhospitable environments.
As for flying insects, restaurants constantly have to deal with flies, fruit flies, and gnats, which can transmit bacteria from unsanitary areas to food prep surfaces.
However, unbeknown to most, restaurants also deal with industry-specific pests. This includes weevils, moths, and beetles. These are notorious for infesting flour, grains, and cereals. Once infested, these products will have to be thrown away.
Hotels face different but equally stressful pests. Bed bugs are the most common. But, in warmer climates, mosquitoes pose an annoying if deadly threat. Ticks can also latch onto guests’ clothing or luggage from the surrounding areas.
Combating Pests in Restaurants and Hotels
- Implementing a sanitary program – In restaurants, this includes regular cleaning procedures, waste disposal protocols, and proper food storage practices. In hotels, this involves thorough cleaning of guest rooms, laundry practices that control bed bugs, and proper waste management throughout the property.
- Train and educate staff – Restaurant staff should be trained on checking for signs of pests in food deliveries and storage areas. Hotel staff should be trained to identify signs of bed bugs during room inspections and proper laundering techniques to control them.
- Maintain a clean environment – In restaurants, this includes cleaning behind appliances and ensuring there are no food or crumbs left around. In hotels, this involves thorough vacuuming of rooms, paying close attention to mattresses and furniture seams, and ensuring clutter-free storage areas.
"Facility Pest Control is a family-owned and operated business that specializes in providing restaurant and hotel pest control services. We cater to small- and medium-sized hospitality facilities, providing the kind of quality and personal care that larger corporate-run pest control providers can’t match."
Whether you’re new to the hospitality industry or you’re looking to work with a better, more proactive partner against pest infestations, give us a call and we’ll show why Facility Pest Control is different. Learn more about our services!
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