Cleveland Ohio's
Certified Home and Commercial
Property Inspectors
PEST INSPECTIONS
There are 2 types of pest inspections. The first is an initial, detailed inspection that serves as the starting point for the pest control program. The second type is an ongoing (often monthly) inspection used to determine if any pests are present and if any pest management action may be needed to control or discourage pests. Both types of inspections should be performed by someone who is knowledgeable about pests and the conditions that favor pest infestations. Professional pest management services can provide this level of inspection. Total Care Property Inspections will be looking for any type of pest or rodents. These pest can be termites, beetles, birds, bats and many other types.
Both types of inspections should focus on pest vulnerable areas of the school or facility. These are the areas where all of a pest's basic needs come together: food, water or moisture, warmth, living space (harborage) and (for indoor pests) a way into the facility. In each of these areas, the inspector needs to identify any signs of current pest infestation and also note any existing conditions that may potentially support pest populations or make it difficult to adequately inspect.
Pest Vulnerable Areas
90% of the inspection, monitoring, and pest management effort should focus on pest vulnerable areas. In schools and childcare centers, pest vulnerable areas may include:
- Kitchens (including storeroom and dishwasher room)
- Teachers lounges
- Concessions or other areas with food sources
- Vending machines
- Custodial closets
- Pools and locker rooms
Certain classroom situations (such as Home Economics classrooms, classrooms where food and water are present, and any cluttered closets or other areas)
TOTAL CARE PROPERTY INSPECTION
871 Richmond Road
Lyndhurst, OH 44124
(216) 544-9322
Cleveland, Ohio
Home, Commercial and Mold Inspections
