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Frequent Causes of Commercial Damage | SERVPRO® of Harlingen/San Benito
8/8/2022 (Permalink)
SERVPRO of Harlingen/San Benito is your local commercial disaster team. Contact us to learn more about our commercial damage restoration services.
Since our country was started, businesses have always been a major component of its livelihood. We all work for or patronize one or multiple businesses on a daily basis.
Business owners have many things to think about as they run their commercial enterprise, even on an average day—and when a disaster hits, there can be disastrous consequences.
Natural disasters in the United States are causing more damage on average than they used to. The NCEI reports that in the past five years, our country has grappled with around $153 billion in damages per year, a significant increase from the previous period.
In a place like Harlingen, we experience many types of natural disasters. Record-breaking rainfalls were recorded last year, which can lead to flash flooding, and we also have to deal with thunderstorms, hurricane development from the gulf and occasional wildfire risks.
To help business owners better prepare for these risks, we have gathered some information to keep you informed. Read on to learn more.
Moisture damage is something that threatens all businesses no matter where they are located. Whether these issues are from rainfall or appliance failure, water damage can wreak havoc on a commercial property.
Water from flash floods or overflowing rivers can seep through the doors and foundation of a business, where it can cause serious damages. Creative landscaping can be implemented to route water away from your building, which can be a smart prevention measure.
When leaks are the culprit, water damage can occur gradually over time in your commercial space, so it’s important to be vigilant in looking for signs of leaks such as warped or discolored walls. Catching these issues early can help you tremendously in preventing costly repairs.
Storm damage is a common cause of commercial damages and can devastate entire neighborhoods. Small storms are still a threat, leading to power outages, fallen trees and flying debris that can damage a business’ exterior.
Storms that are more powerful can rip off roofing and lead to irreversible property damage to your business’ structure.
An average storm will have winds from 10 to 45 mph, but strong storms that are common during the spring and summer can contain winds of over 100 mph. These winds can rip down walls, overturn freight trucks and easily snap trees and throw them around.
Storm-protective window covers and roof improvements can reduce storm damage, but they can be quite the investment for business owners.
Fortunately, even simple procedures such as inspecting your window and door seals and looking over your building frequently can help reduce costly repairs and damages. Before a storm hits, it is also helpful to clear out any debris, dead branches or other objects that could become projectiles.
Water damage and storm damage are common, but commercial damage can come in many forms. These events often lead to businesses closing, temporarily or permanently.
That is why we are here 24⁄7 to provide a rapid response to any type of commercial damage your business faces. We will quickly spring into action and create a restoration plan for your business.
If you have experienced damage to your business or want to learn more about our commercial damage restoration services, contact us today. We’re here to act fast, 24⁄7.