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Water is powerful. Despite constructing your commercial property with the most durable materials, it is not entirely resistant to water damage. An employee’s carelessness or an unpredictable natural disaster can flood your property and cause significant damage.
Was your commercial property flooded because of a broken pipe, poor drainage, or harsh weather? Time is of the essence if you want to minimize the damage. We are sharing some useful tips if your commercial premise was flooded. Take a look.
Avoid Entering the Property
Did you open the doors to your restaurant or retail store to find it waterlogged? Don’t enter the property in a panic. As previously mentioned, floodwater can be contaminated and harmful. You will be better off getting help and letting professionals make your property safe to enter.
Contact Your Insurance Company
Even if you don’t know the cause of the flood, you should waste no time contacting your insurance company. They will likely send a representative to determine the extent of the damage. It’s also possible that your insurance company may provide you with an alternative workspace till your property is restored.
Take Pictures & Video
Once the property is safe to enter, it would be helpful to take photographs and videos of the damage. Documenting the damage will come in handy when it’s time to claim your insurance. Remember to share these with your insurance company to speed up the restoration process.
Inform Employees & Customers
Getting your business up and running after water damage can take time. So it would be best to inform your customers about your situation. If you are planning to resume your operations at a different location, make sure to notify employees as well as customers.
Get in Touch with Restoration Experts
The next step is restoring the property. It is advised to let an experienced restoration contractor take over. Handing over the job to an expert will ensure that it is speedily restored using specialized equipment and techniques. Your insurance will probably cover commercial property restoration.
Consider Property Maintenance Experts
Was the flood caused because you neglected plumbing upkeep? If you own multiple commercial properties, then it can become difficult to keep up with property maintenance. To prevent such issues in the future, you should consider hiring a property maintenance expert. Property maintenance specialists identify any major problems with your property and carry out necessary repairs. A well-maintained property is not only functional but also creates a positive impression on visitors.
Future Proofing
Having spent a lot of time and money on property restoration, you will want to prevent a disaster of such proportions in the future. Consult with a commercial building renovator to have certain design changes and features built into your building in order to minimise the damage during such a situation.
Also, it’s important to understand that floodwater is dangerous and can even be fatal. It would be best to have a safe exit in place so that you and your employees can leave the property immediately and get help.