Business Space Damage

3/9/2020 (Permalink)

Damage Restoration in Progress

When you first think about flooding or a fire issue, you may not immediately associate it with a business. However, businesses are just as susceptible to receiving home damage and water damage as any homeowner. One leaky or broken  pipe might be all it takes to flood a bathroom and shut down the office or the building for a day or two. This can greatly impact the ability of that business to operate efficiently and can cause quite a bit of stress for the owner. Here are some of the major causes of business disruption.

Flooding

As we mentioned above, one old pipe might be all it takes for a flood to occur in the building's basement or main space. Depending on just how bad the flooding is, that business might not be open for an extended period of time. After all, if this is your business, you'll have to deal with all of the water damage sustained due to the flooding. This can be quite a headache for any business owner to deal with and can severely affect profitability if not dealt with promptly.

Mold Growth

Whether as a result of flooding or, just because the building has a lot of moisture in the air, there might be some mold growth. This growth can be considered a health hazard and could result in the business being shut down until it is removed. Business owners should call SERVPRO to make sure that mold is taken care of quickly and cost effectively before the issue turns into a severe problem.

Fire

As seasons change, buildings can be more susceptible to fire than at other times. A furnace that hasn't been professionally serviced in a while might cause a spark to form. That spark could catch and before you know it, the building could be on fire! With any luck enough of the building leftover for a restoration to take place.

If you find yourself experiencing damage, make sure the team you call is experienced, professional and prompt. SERVPRO of East Meadow/Westbury is ready 24/7, no matter the emergency. For any type of damage, get in contact with us today!