4 Steps to Recovery Following Commercial Storm Damage

9/6/2022 (Permalink)

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As local business owners ourselves, we understand the importance of getting your business up and running as quickly as possible following any form of disaster. Are you prepared to take action at your commercial property when disaster strikes?

1 - Assess the severity

Often, business owners are able to address the severity of the disaster early, to make a decision for the safety of employees and clients/customers. Assessing the severity of the damage can allow you to determine the next steps and who to call. Whether it be a minor issue or a dangerous disaster, it is imperative that you rely on professionals with the equipment and knowledge necessary to completely assess the problem. 

2 - Identify the source

This can be tricky for those who are not experienced in dealing with a variety of commercial disasters. Sometimes something that may seem like a minor issue, can turn out to have very difficult consequences for the commercial property or those who work there. Finding and correctly addressing the source of the problem is the first step to correcting the issue and deterring further damage.

3 - Call in the Professionals

Whether or not you were able to identify the source of the problem, there are plenty of local professionals with experience and tools to help identify and resolve a variety of issues. Local professionals are able to quickly identify where the problem originated, how to fix it, and how to make sure you have a long-term solution to keep your business functioning at its best for the long haul.

4 - Understand the problem and how to avoid it in the future

Understanding how your commercial property was affected can help you take preventative action in the future. If you are unfortunately hit with the same disaster twice, you will now know the proper steps to take the resolve in a much quicker and more effective manner. 

If your commercial property faces disaster, you need to take action immediately. Our professionals at SERVPRO of Fontana have been highly trained and agave state-of-the-art equipment to assess damages, their sources, and the best plan to ensure a safe and proper repair or remediation. Learn more about our immediate responses to businesses in our community.