Keep your business safe by being prepared with an ERP.

7/16/2019 (Permalink)

Steps to take to keep your Business from Flooding

Taking the right steps can help flood proof your Commercial Business

Flooding is one of the biggest concerns and can cause the most damage to your Commercial building, but when you are properly prepared and take the right measures you can help flood proof your business.  The more prepared you are and having a risk assessment can protect and keep the doors of your business open. 

What can you do to Keep your Business from Flooding?

Business Continuity Plan

     An effective business continuity plan builds upon four key steps, such as

     identifying flood risks, assessing critical business components and the  

     resources to support them, and where to house back-up and maintain critical  

     equipment at another location or safe space.

Flood Insurance

Usually, basic commercial property insurance does not cover floods, so make sure to get flood coverage through the federal government’s National Flood Insurance Program.

Design and Construction

Take precautionary measures with the design and construction of your building, especially if you are located along the coastline or in a high-risk flood zone.  Consider elevating your building if it is waterfront or in a flood prone area

Clean Up

Prevent water from backing up into your building by cleaning out gutters, downspouts, and roof drains before a storm.

Flood Barriers

     Metal Flood Barriers can be a great way to help shield your business from   

     high-velocity water loads. These highly resistant metal flooding protection

     systems have a long and effective flood barrier in flood-prone areas all over

     the world.

     Aqua Barrier inflated water dams are the ultimate flood barrier for commercial

     areas. The barrier guards your business by placing it around the premises

     preventing invasive water from damaging your property.

Keep your business safe by being prepared with an ERP.

SERVPRO of the Quad Cites can schedule your Commercial Emergency Ready Profile.   The Profile is designed to help business owners save time and money.  Before an emergency strikes your business your SERVPRO Marketing Representative will know your specific emergency contacts, business needs and circumstances allowing a quicker response time.  For more information on the SERVPRO ERP System call us at 256-383-4470.