Why Restaurants Can't Ignore Iguanas
Outdoor dining areas are iguana magnets: food, water, warm surfaces, and shade. Without management, they become permanent residents—and your customers notice.
Health Code Violations
Iguanas carry salmonella. Their presence near food service areas can trigger health department citations and required corrective actions.
Customer Experience
Nothing ruins a meal faster than an iguana jumping on a table or begging for food. Customers leave, and they don't come back.
Online Reviews
"Iguanas under our table" reviews with photos go viral on Yelp and Google. The damage spreads beyond the individual diner.
Food Theft & Contamination
Bold iguanas steal food directly from plates and contaminate surfaces. Staff time spent chasing iguanas is wasted labor cost.
Restaurant-Focused Protection
Our network includes specialists who understand the unique needs of food service: timing around service hours, discretion during peak times, and the absolute need to protect your health score.
Pre-Service Sweeps
Early morning or pre-lunch/dinner removal ensures your patio is iguana-free when customers arrive.
Health Code Documentation
Service reports document your proactive pest management for health department inspections.
Deterrent Installation
Physical barriers, smooth surfaces, and habitat modification to make your patio less attractive.
Emergency Response
Iguana during service? Our network includes providers who offer rapid response to remove animals during operating hours when necessary.
Key Benefits
Restaurant Service Pricing
Pricing based on outdoor space size, severity, and service frequency needed.
Small Patio (10-20 seats)
Basic protection for smaller outdoor areas
- Weekly pre-service visit
- Deterrent maintenance
- Emergency on-call
Medium Patio (20-50 seats)
Comprehensive protection for larger areas
- 2-3 visits per week
- Habitat modification
- Health code documentation
Large Outdoor Venue
Full protection for major outdoor operations
- Daily service
- Priority emergency response
- Full perimeter management
Per-visit emergency calls available at $150-$300
Frequently Asked Questions
Will the health department cite us for iguanas?
Iguanas themselves aren't automatic violations, but their feces near food service areas and failure to manage the problem can trigger citations. Documentation of professional management protects you.
What if an iguana appears during service?
Our emergency service connects you with providers who can respond during your operating hours. While same-hour response isn't always guaranteed, restaurant emergencies receive priority attention.
Can you make iguanas stop coming entirely?
Complete elimination is challenging in Florida's climate. However, deterrents and habitat modification dramatically reduce their presence, and regular service keeps your space clear.
How discrete is the service?
Very. Providers schedule service during off hours or slow periods to minimize visibility and disruption.
Related Resources
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