Pest control with your HOA-managed property is essential for the protection of the property values and also the residents who have ownership in their own property and pay into the HOA fees for maintenance. As the manager of an HOA that handles the property's pest control, you can make sure the property remains problem free with regard to pests. Here are some recommendations to help you take care of your HOA-managed property pest control.
Start With Exterior Maintenance
Pests in a residential HOA property originate from an external source, either in the surrounding landscaping, in neighboring properties, or brought inside to the unit with a package or box. So one of the best ways to protect your property with pest control is to maintain the outside with regular cleaning and abatement. When you leave the exterior of your HOA property cluttered with resident's possessions, trash, leaves, and other piles of items, it gives the perfect habitat for pests to live. An empty cardboard box, for example, can provide a food source and shelter for termites and mice and can attract other pests as leaves and dirt collect.
Keep the landscaping trimmed back and maintained so it is free of weeds and overgrowth. Mow and edge the lawns regularly, then remove weeds and fallen leaves. Talk to residents about leaving the common areas clean of trash bags, boxes, or other clutter. If your property is in a termite zone or is surrounded by empty lots or fields, keep an eye out for pest problems and arrange for regular exterior pest control.
Arrange For In-Unit Treatment
As you handle the exterior and common area pest control in the property, you should also make sure the property owners are aware to keep an eye out for interior pest problems. Let residents know that it is their obligation to keep a lookout for pests inside their property, which may be visible with rodent droppings, chewed packaging, or nests, and they can also let you know if they have become a problem.
Pests inside their unit can travel to other units within the property and also move to common areas. In fact, a common way for pests to travel inconspicuously through the interior of walls and floor cavity spaces. If pests are detected in a resident's unit, arrange for a professional pest control or recommend a good source for treatment so the property can be protected.
For more information on HOA pest control, contact a pest control company.
