How Do Commercial Calamities Occur?

7/10/2022 (Permalink)

SERVPRO of Putnam County is your local commercial disaster team. Contact us to learn more about our commercial damage restoration services.

Businesses are the foundation of the United States. Whether it's the one you work for, the one you visit every day, or the one you own, we all benefit from these local companies.

Throughout the day, business owners can expect a handful of unforeseen situations. Commercial Storm emergencies in Putnam County are one of the concerns that business owners and their employees sometimes face. Because these events are unavoidable, advanced planning is the greatest method to prepare your business for any emergency.

The devastation caused by these natural disasters only worsens in the United States. According to the NCEI, our country has suffered an average of $153 billion in damage annually over the last five years. This is a significant increase over the previous period.

In Mahopac, businesses can expect weather conditions such as severe storms, floods, lightning, and even snowstorms. In 2011, severe storms unleashed lightning, which struck three businesses and started a fire.

Be aware of all the disasters that may strike your commercial property to prepare your business for any catastrophe. Continue reading to find out more.

Water Damage

Water damage is a significant concern for businesses around the country. Flooding can wreak havoc, and even little leaks around appliances might become a massive water problem. Both types of water damage can result in difficulties such as infrastructure damage and mold growth.

Flooding from an overflown river or severe weather conditions can destroy your property. Floodwater can infiltrate your facility's floors, essential company data, and any equipment inside. Knowing your area's flood risk will help you understand how severely floods can affect your business when they strike.

Leaks within your facility can also cause water damage. Inspect your plumbing for signs of leakage, such as discoloration and corrosion. These precautions can save you from a minor leak turning into significant water damage.

Storm Damage

Every year, severe weather impacts several local businesses. Storms can rip down walls and uproot trees. Minor weather occurrences can bring down power lines and send branches flying, putting your business at risk.

Storms can generate winds ranging from 10 to 45 mph, but the worst storms can produce wind gusts reaching extreme speeds.

These more extreme storms can generate winds above 100 mph, resulting in a 100-mile-long path of destruction that can demolish anything in its way. These heavy gusts of winds can uproot large trees and tear your facility's roof!

To reduce the risk of damage, you can install storm shutters on your windows and anchor down your roof. However, these prevention efforts can be expensive.

Simple tasks such as tying down any outdoor equipment to keep it from blowing away and trimming any large branches that may hang over your property are easy ways to prevent damage. Consider turning off utilities and relocating essential appliances and documents away from windows to a secure location before a storm if it is predicted to be particularly severe.

Know Who to Call

Commercial disruption can be detrimental to a company. These disasters can cause significant financial damage, but there are ways to protect your firm from the unexpected.

Fortunately, our crew is trained to repair any water or storm damage. Our team is available 24⁄7 to respond to any size disaster. We can get on the job as soon as possible to determine a solution and begin the restoration process.

If you have experienced damage to your business or want to learn more about our commercial damage restoration services, contact SERVPRO of Putnam County at (845) 228-1090. We're here to act fast, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.