Fortify Your Business Against Winter's Wrath

11/29/2023 (Permalink)

Nashville residents are fairly used to severe weather with all the tornadoes we experience, and winter storms shouldn't be underestimated either. Luckily, there are ways that you can secure your business to protect it from the elements. Here are some SERVPRO of Belle Meade/West Nashville recommended ways to reinforce and protect your business for winter.

Keeping Your Building Safe And Warm During Winter

• Seal Cracks And Gaps: If your windows are not properly sealed, water and snow can possibly seep through them. It is also important to check for and seal gaps in your exterior walls or basement. It may also be a good idea to invest in impact windows so you are guarded from storm damage year round.
• Be Aware of Winter Storm Warnings: Keeping an eye on your local weather forecast can make all the difference during an emergency. Downloading a reliable weather app to your phone can help alert you of winter weather activity in your area. Being prepared for severe winter weather can make all the difference for you and your employees.
• Check Insurance Policies: Make sure to check your businesses insurance policies, for not all of them cover every type of weather disaster. If your coverage does not cover winter storms, consider expanding your policy.
• Prepare Your Team: To ensure a successful recovery from any setbacks due to winter storms, it’s essential that you create a plan that will help protect your business’s assets and employees. Running drills and making sure everyone is aware of what to do during a severe storm will put everyone's mind at ease in case of an emergency.
• Prevent Frozen Pipes: To prevent frozen pipes, insulate areas that aren’t heated, such as crawl spaces and add foam insulation or heat tape to particularly vulnerable pipes. Leaving the water running at a slow drip can also help prevent pipes from bursting during freezing temperatures.

How SERVPRO Can Help With Winter Storm Damage

• Streamlined Process: The last thing you need after experiencing a winter storm is for secondary damage to occur. That is why SERVPRO of Belle Meade/West Nashville will tarp and board up your business should any windows or exterior walls become damaged. We will survey the storm's impact and make a restoration plan accordingly, making sure to keep the structural integrity of your business in mind.
• Timely Response: Time is of the essence when a disaster strikes. That is why our team members are ready 24/7 to help with storm or water damage restoration. Our rapid response times save you money and worry in the long run.
• Extensive Resources: SERVPRO of Belle Meade/West Nashville prides itself on maintaining state of the art disaster restoration equipment that is ready to be used to repair your business. We can also bring in equipment from other franchises if needed on larger commercial jobs. The SERVPRO Commercial Large Loss Division is composed of the best in restoration. Our elite large-loss specialists are pre-qualified and strategically positioned throughout the United States to handle any size disaster. 

SERVPRO Belle Meade/West Nashville can be reached at (615) 242-9391 or via our website for all of your storm damage needs. Restoration is just one call away when you work with SERVPRO. Don’t let winter storm damage get in the way of having an enjoyable holiday!

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