Water damage impacts commercial real estate at a rate of approximately $500 million annually in the US. Hurricanes, floods, and other natural disasters can disrupt your business operations and cost you dearly. Being prepared can be the difference between bouncing back quickly and suffering a crippling blow. Here's how to get your business hurricane-ready and prepped for any emergency, with AdvantaClean as your trusted partner in disaster recovery.

Planning Improvements for Commercial Property Water Damage Reduction

When inspecting a business’s premises, especially in flood-risk zones, consider strategies that offer long-term storm preparedness. These can include shutoff valves on drainage lines to prevent overflows, floodproofing fire sprinkler pump houses, and establishing water diversion strategies for low-lying entryways into the property. When storing assets and inventory, keep it elevated on pallets. Establish a safety plan for when severe storms strike, and consider installing auxiliary power sources if necessary.

Short Term Preparation for Storms and Water

There are several short-term strategies businesses should consider when severe weather strikes, including keeping generators and fire pump fuel tanks topped up, shuttering or boarding up doors and windows, and turning off power to noncritical equipment. When possible, securely store important documents or copies offsite to ensure that essential records are not lost. Ensure employees safely evacuate the premises and keep contact lists up to date.

Emergency Response Water Remediation from AdvantaClean

Having a plan in place is crucial, but if you experience storm damage or other disaster, AdvantaClean technicians are standing by.. AdvantaClean can provide 24/7 emergency response, damage assessment, and water removal. Our technicians use specialized equipment to extract water and begin the drying process quickly and efficiently, minimizing damage and downtime for your business.

Contact AdvantaClean today to ensure your business receives the care it needs to recover from water damage.

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