Insights and liability tips on how to protect your inn or bed & breakfast, giving you and your guests peace of mind.
Taking precautions against sun exposure, heat and bug bites during the summer months is essential when there’s a chance of heat stroke and fatal allergic reactions.
Spring is here, but don’t be fooled by the pretty flowers and chirping birds. This season can unleash some of the year’s most dangerous weather and wreak havoc on a business’s operations.
With winter in full swing and global warming in mind, temperatures will fluctuate throughout the season, causing snowmelt. The accumulating water from melting snow and ice can lead to clogged gutters, saturated foundation material and damaged drainpipes. Stay on top of protecting your inn from moisture damage with these simple tips.
Tornadoes are natural disasters that can leave devastating impacts on affected homes and communities. That’s why it’s important to know exactly what to do before, during and after a tornado strikes in order for you and your guests to stay safe at your inn.
Natural disasters can have severe impacts not only on your physical property, but they may also directly affect your business operations (including weeks without guests or rescheduling major events) and lengthy, costly repairs. It is an unfortunate fact that one in four businesses that shut down due to a natural disaster never reopen.
When it comes to landscaping your property, many inns go the simple route of shrubs and a few trees. It’s often forgotten that your guests’ experience relates to the gardens, trails, and park areas of the property. The right landscaping could be the deciding factor in the number of bookings you receive. Here are a few suggestions to make your inn go green with plants and potentially add green to your wallet.
As the warmth of spring approaches, it’s easy to forget the damage that harsh winter weather may have done to your inn. A bit of spring maintenance now can prevent costly repair bills later and there is no better time to take a look around and see how best to beautify and protect your property from hazards. Review these tips for spring maintenance to avoid any unwelcome surprises.
It is very likely, no matter where your Bed & Breakfast is located, a powerful, unplanned spring storm could occur. Unpredictable weather doesn’t give you much notice or time to react. Preparing now helps protect your Inn and your guests. Create peace of mind this spring by following these simple steps to secure your property for spring weather.