If fire or water damage sidelines a local business, services from a professional damage restoration company in Crowley, TX, or South Johnson County are needed to quickly restore the property. Every hour spent restoring the business means lost revenue and productivity. Commercial restoration presents unique challenges that require special training, experience, and resources to successfully handle any disaster, small or large, including water, fire, storm damage.
Water damage in the workplace can:
- hinder productivity
- disrupt sales
- create an unsafe work and business environment
- endanger the health of employees, clients, or customers
- compromise the structural integrity of the facility
- damage equipment and tools
- ruin product, inventory, and supplies
- interrupt customer service
At the first signs of commercial water damage, take immediate action to restore the property and reduce the negative impact of the incident by enlisting the services of a qualified commercial water damage restoration company.
Aer Industries, a leading supplier of commercial water damage equipment, comments, “Commercial water damage restoration is often more complex than residential water damage restoration and usually requires an intensive approach. The size and structure of commercial buildings, the extent of damage, the varying uses of space, and the number of occupants all affect the restoration process. Aside from these, there’s usually always a time constraint for the job because the business has to continue as soon as possible.”
Common Causes of Commercial Water Damage
Though the scale and the scope of work may present unique challenges, most problems can be averted or prevented altogether by resolving the causes of water damage when they are first discovered.
Some of the most common causes of commercial water damage:
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Damaged and leaky pipes
Pressure changes, frigid temperatures, and deteriorated water supply lines and sewer drains can cause water damage. Signs of water damage include water stains, bulging walls, a musty smell, and cracked or loose tiles.
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Damaged windows
Broken window panes and degraded and cracked seals around windows can result in water damage.
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Roof leaks
A leaky roof can damage ceilings and cause mold or mildew. Attic wiring can be a fire hazard if exposed to water from a roof leak. The multifaceted nature of a roof leak makes immediate restoration and repair essential.
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Foundation issues
Clogged gutters and inadequate drainage systems can also lead to water damage to the foundation.
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Sewage clogs
Signs of a sewage clog include pungent smells, gurgling noises in sewer pipes, and overflowing toilets. A sewage spill is very hazardous to the health of the workforce and customers and requires immediate professional attention.
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Sprinkler system leaks
Fire sprinkler leaks in commercial buildings are not unusual and require vigilant attention. Signs of sprinkler leaks include standing water, bulging and warped drywall, soaked carpeting, a musty smell, and visible mold.
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HVAC malfunctions
A clogged condensate drain pipe or a faulty condensate pump can cause water damage from an HVAC system.
Steps to Prevent a Commercial Water Damage Disaster
Taking the necessary measures to prevent water damage can save businesses from costly repairs and business interruption in the future.
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Schedule periodic maintenance inspections of the facility.
These inspections should target key causes and signs of water leaks. Quickly address any minor maintenance issues or water leaks before they expand in scope. Include mold testing in the inspection protocol.
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Invest in proactive, preventative maintenance.
Prevention is much less expensive than restoration.
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Implement an efficient flood warning system and action response plan.
Even though the factory, office building, or warehouse may not be in a flood plain, a severe thunderstorm can trigger a micro-flood in the parking lot, on the roof, or at an open loading dock door.
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Secure adequate property damage insurance, including flood insurance, before the emergency or water damage disaster occurs.
Water damage in commercial buildings is a serious problem that should be addressed by knowledgeable, experienced restoration specialists who possess the equipment, training, and professional certifications that validate their competency to handle all dimensions of water damage, fire damage, or storm damage disaster in a commercial environment.
As a locally owned and operated business, the SERVPRO of Crowley and South Johnson County team lives and works in the community and is close by and ready to respond immediately when a business needs commercial property damage restoration or cleaning services. Being part of a national network of over 1,700 franchises enables SERVPRO of Crowley and South Johnson County to quickly leverage a massive response. This force multiplier makes SERVPRO the commercial restoration choice for business and industry when an industrial-sized disaster strikes. For major storms and disasters, they can activate special Disaster Recovery Teams for additional resources. Service areas include Crowley, Cleburne, Joshua, Keene, Alvarado, Venus, Grandview, Godley, Rio Vista, Cresson, and Lillian.
For more information about water damage restoration in Crowley, TX, contact the office by phone at (817) 297-8588 or by email at office@servprocrowley.com.
