Mold and mildew can have permanent, sometimes life-threatening, effects on the health of anyone handling the books. Cleanup is costly Most libraries are experiencing significant budgetary shortfalls these days, and custodial service is not high on the list of priorities. With fewer staff, trash pickup occurs less frequently, housekeeping may be minimal, and vermin have more time to settle in and wreak havoc before they are discovered. Extermination can be very expensive and may employ hazardous treatments. Prevention is the most effective, and least toxic, method of pest control.
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Libraries exist to preserve and provide access to the collected knowledge of our past. Please respect our mission and assist us in pursuing it. Do your eating, drinking and smoking elsewhere.