The Atlantic hurricane season is predicted to bring seven to 10 hurricanes this year. In this regard, it is important for business owners to give their emergency preparedness plan a quick review to minimize possible property losses and reduce expenses when a hurricane hits.
Despite adequate preparations however, there are unexpected circumstances which could result to your property experiencing severe water damage. ServiceMaster by Reed has prepared these hurricane recovery tips for your business to reopen doors as quickly as possible.
Place safety as your top priority
- Safety should always remain at the top of the list. Dangers still lurk even after the initial flooding event stops.
- Floodwaters bring electrical hazards, chemical contamination and other dangerous substances which pose serious risks to human health. Refrain from entering your property until an inspector determines that the building is structurally sound.
After the structure has been declared safe to enter, it’s time to take steps to examine the damage and start the recovery and restoration process.
Restoring Your Business After a Flood
Contact your insurance provider
- Call your insurance provider right away to start the claims process for major damages. It's better to contact your agent early since the filing process can be long and frustrating.
- Document the damage through taking photographs or videos.
Wear proper protective equipment
- As mentioned, floodwaters can bring harmful debris such as broken glass and metal fragments.
- To reduce the likelihood of cuts, scratches and infections, wear proper safety equipment such as closed toe shoes and gloves before trying to clean up.
Survey the damage
- It's normal to feel overwhelmed when assessing the extent of the damage to your business. Take time to process the impact of the storm.waters can bring harmful debris such as broken glass and metal fragments.
- Remember to take photos of damages and make detailed notes for your insurance and company records.
Remove rubble and salvage what you can
- Inspect the area for any unharmed or repairable items and store them in a safe, dry place until building restoration is complete.
- If the debris can be handled safely, clear rubble and begin minor repairs. Don't hesitate to ask for help.
Contact a professional
- Flood damage restoration experts, such as the team at ServiceMaster by Reed, know how to handle hurricane-related flooding events and can get your business back to shape in a short span of time.
- Professionals will guide you through the disaster mitigation process and have the experience and expertise to help businesses recover after hurricane flood damage.
Call ServiceMaster by Reed for Flood Damage Restoration Service in Miami, Florida
ServiceMaster by Reed is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week at (954) 922-2020 to assist residential and commercial property owners with water extraction, drying and restoration needs in Miami, Florida and the surrounding areas.
- We offer FREE estimates for all insurance claims
- We bill insurance directly, so you don't have to
- 100% guaranteed work with years of industry experience
You may also connect with us online to schedule an appointment, or email us at smreedoffice1@aol.com. Our office is located in 1210 Stirling Rd. Unit # 8A Dania Beach, FL 33004.
An independent franchise business licensed to serve you by ServiceMaster Restore®.