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With a little advance work, your outdoor spaces can be in shape for the outdoor dining crowd.<\/h4>\n

Spring cleaning isn\u2019t just for interiors. If you have a patio, now\u2019s the time to get it spruced up in time for guests who crave the great outdoors once the days grow longer and warmer.<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a> Here\u2019s a checklist to get you started.:<\/strong><\/p>\n

1. Power wash.<\/strong> In addition to the buildup of dirt and dust, patio areas are constantly subject to spilled beverages, dropped food and gum. Power washing your patio will help remove the grime left behind from winter weather. Power washing will enhance the customer experience and improve the look of your restaurant.<\/p>\n

2. Clean glass and awnings.<\/strong> Windows are one of the first things that a customer sees before entering your business, so don\u2019t let a layer of dirt skew their opinion. Start at the top and wipe down awnings to prevent dirt from building up on the surface. If windows have any dings or cracks, address them.<\/p>\n

3. Clear outdoor drains<\/strong>. A flooded patio will keep potential outdoor diners away. It\u2019s important to clear any outdoor drains of leaves or other debris to prevent a backup that could severely rain on your outdoor patio season.<\/p>\n

4. Hire a handyman.<\/strong> From retouching exterior paint to ensuring outdoor lighting is working properly, identify areas around your patio that could use extra attention. While these issues might not impact your day-to-day operations, they can affect how your customers perceive your business and their dining experience.<\/p>\n

5. Update your emergency contact list.<\/strong> In many parts of the country, summer will bring severe storms with heavy wind, rain and lightning. Review your emergency contact list to make sure all vendors are still in business and that all employees know what to do in an emergency situation.<\/p>\n

6. Install floor mats.<\/strong> Once the exterior is in shape, you’ll want to keep eep your interiors fresh, too. According to the Institute of Industrial Launderers, 80 percent of dirt is tracked into a building from outside. Entrance mats are your facility\u2019s first line of defense against dirt, soil and water. A mat provider can manage your floor mats, laundering them on a regular basis and replacing them to help protect floors in your restaurant.<\/p>\n

These six steps are a start, but if you really want to make your patio a destination, consider additional touches, such as outdoor speakers, fun lighting and solid furnishings.<\/p>\n

Source: Restaurant-Hospitality.com<\/p>\n

Getting your patio prepared for warmer weather can attract more patrons and be a profit booster. In the short-term it could also disrupt your cash flow. <\/span><\/strong> If you’d like to receive a FREE, no-obligation quote for a business loan through ARF Financial, click here<\/strong><\/a>! Or, learn more about the approval and payback process for our loans here!<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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