Is Your Business Flood Ready?

2/7/2022 (Permalink)

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Is Your Company Flood-Ready?

Flooding can cause extensive damage at a commercial property in Biscayne Park, FL. Building owners and managers should take the following measures to limit the severity of damage.

Back Up Records

Building and business owners can rest easier if important data and records are backed up. There are several methods to consider:

• Cloud-based storage
  
• Off-site storage
  
• Elevating paper records

It is a good idea to make digital backups of records. Store paper files in a location that is not as likely to flood or on any level above the ground floor of a structure.

Elevate Delicate or Dangerous Items

Appliances, paper files, devices and furniture may remain in good condition if these items can be moved to a higher floor of a structure. It is also a good idea to try to raise electrical panels, switches or wiring in the basement or on the ground floor.

Check Flood Insurance Coverage

Owners of buildings located in a flood zone should maintain flood insurance. This coverage can offset the cost of flood damage mitigation and restoration. Make sure the policy is current, check the limits and keep track of contact information.

Choose a Floodwater Management Method

There are many ways to control the flow of floodwater. Use one or more of the following methods to keep black water away from a structure:

• Sandbags and plastic sheeting
  
• Self-stabilizing barriers
  
• Water-filled barriers

Investing in a sandbag alternative can make preparing for flooding easier, faster and more affordable in the long run. Many of these systems can be reused.

Prepare the Basement

Building owners may want to have a basement waterproofed. Test the sump pump and install a battery-operated backup or generator in case of power failure.

These measures can lessen the extent of flood damage at a commercial structure in Biscayne Park, FL. If a building sustains damage from flooding, schedule a consultation with a mitigation and restoration company.