Commercial Water Damage Tips

10/15/2019 (Permalink)

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Commercial Water Damage

There are many ways that your office can flood, and as a business owner it’s important that you know what these are, what to do about it, and whom to call. Water damage is serious, and if you are not prepared or don’t have a plan in place when it happens to you, your business could be shut down for an unnecessary amount of time. Below is a list of a few water damage causes. 

Extreme weather. Flooding can happen very quickly. What starts out as a small storm can suddenly turn into something larger and cause a lot more damage than anyone expected. If your commercial property or business resides in an older building, there is a chance that water damage will occur. For example, a small leak on the roof can turn into a flooding situation inside your business.

Damaged appliances. Most all office buildings have a kitchen or break room area with a refrigerator dishwasher and ice maker.  If one of these appliances fail, they can cause a significant amount of water damage to your business.

Backed up sewer lines. Bathrooms are another source of possible problems. It is not uncommon for the sewer lines to get backed up, releasing contaminated water into the building. This type of water damage is extremely dangerous because the water is filled with hazardous waste and other contaminants.

Broken pipes. Broken or cracked pipes are very common in commercial buildings, especially as they age. Always check your pipes under sinks and toilets for any leaks because once these lines bust – you have a major problem on your hands!

Ongoing maintenance to your commercial property is necessary to avoid water damage. But  water damage happens But you can trust that SERVPRO of Newberry and Laurens Counties will be there for you “Like it never even happened”