Have you ever had the unfortunate experience of finding bugs in your food? When food isn’t properly stored, facilities aren’t kept up and there’s a lack of pest control, pests are bound to infestate food supplies. Keep reading to find out how different pests contaminate food in restaurants. 

Food Storage

Storing food properly allows for less contamination by bugs that like to get into containers that aren’t up to standards. There are many ways to ensure the food being prepared does not not become infested. For instance, make sure you are storing fruits and vegetables in a way that keeps them fresh, such as wrapping them in clear plastic, to make them last longer and to keep those pesky fruit flies away. Another tip is to invest in air lock containers to optimize storage; this will prevent weevils, beetles and meal moths. 

Facilities Upkeep

Drain flies and cockroaches are two major culprits that reign in unkempt facilities. Keeping a facility clean makes it easier to run a restaurant without the problem of pests. Regular cleanings can help prevent a pest or insect infestation. Using cleaners like vinegar mixed with water will both clean and keep pests away. Cleaners with a safe amount of bleach can also help prevent, and in some cases treat, an infestation. 

Necessary Pest Control

We know that cleaning alone isn’t going to stop pests. That’s why pest control is important! Getting rid of pests in a restaurant setting can be a tough feat. That’s why you call in the experts to get it done efficiently and effectively, while keeping in mind the safety of the facilities that will be used to make food. 

We know that upkeep of a restaurant is a challenge and that restaurant owners sometimes need help. We pride ourselves on being able to provide the best commercial Des Moines pest control. Give us a call at 515-279-7378 or contact us online to see how we can help.