CONSULTANTS CORNER

Lodging Operator takes your questions to the experts.
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Hair & Odor
•    Can you offer suggestions for effectively removing hair from guestrooms?

•    Odor often lingers in rooms — whether from food, smoke or pets. What are some tips for permanently removing odors before the next guest arrives?

Answered by:
Ed Offshack, Associate Director, Global Technology Development with P&G Professional Cleaning Products
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Landscaping
•   What is the recommended frequency for landscape maintenance?

•   Do I need to have mulch installed every year on our properties?

•   When should mulch be installed on my properties and how much?

•   How frequently should edging of turf be performed along hard surface areas?

•   Do I need to winterize my irrigation system?

•   How do I address all of the litter in my landscape areas?

•   How can I save money while maintaining my landscape?

Answered by:
Kevin Dent, CEO of DENTCO
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Snow & Ice Removal
•   When should I begin planning snow removal services for the upcoming winter?

•   What amount of snow and ice accumulation should I specify for plowing to begin?

•   How can I be assured that my potential liability is minimized?

•   How can I be more accurate in my snow removal budgeting process?

Answered by:
Kevin Dent, CEO of DENTCO
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Internet Marketing
•   What is the first step in obtaining information on the best way to upgrade my business with travel sites and marketing techniques?

•   Would it be a good idea to market a price 20 percent higher on an Internet site so as not to sacrifice the rate structure?

Answered by:
Benu Aggarwal, President of Milestone Internet Marketing
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