Tips for a Faster Recovery After a Flood at Work | SERVPRO of Issaquah East & North Bend

9/22/2024 (Permalink)

Don’t let a flood disrupt your business. Contact SERVPRO of Issaquah East & North Bend for prompt flood restoration help!

We all have reliable routines that help us get through our days, especially as business owners. Usually you get to work, turn on lights and start unlocking doors to get your days started. You never in a million years expect to walk right into a disaster situation like a flood!

Unfortunately, floods can happen at any point, and they can quickly become problematic if you are not there immediately to tend to the situation. As the water continues to pour onto your floor, it can become a serious problem really fast.

Knowing what to do when you discover a flood anywhere in your business can help you react faster and recover with minimal or zero long-term consequences. 

Your First Reaction 
Whenever you discover that your business is underwater, taking quick action is essential to avoid as much structural damage as possible for the rest of your building. Stay calm and focus on keeping staff and customers out of the area while you assess the damage from a dry location.  

If the water is still gushing out of a pipe or somewhere else, locate the water valve right away and shut it to stop the flow of water. If you aren’t sure what is causing the rushing water, have someone run to turn off the main water valve for your entire building to be safe. 

Once the space is secure, take as many photos of the damage as possible while staying out of the water. Floodwater can carry all kinds of toxic materials like storm runoff, chemicals and sewage, and it can be dangerous for you to come into contact with it. Now is also the time to get SERVPRO of Issaquah East & North Bend on the phone.

What Happens When We Show Up 

Our team understands that water damage needs to be addressed right away, so the clock starts ticking as soon as we make contact with you! The longer the water sits, the more likely it is that the water will seep and leak into your subfloors and support beams and that can compromise the integrity of your entire building. 

We will arrive quickly, and a few things will happen all at once. Our crew will locate the source of the leak and secure the situation to ensure the flowing water is stopped while also starting the water extraction and drying process. 

Our air movers and blowers will dry up your space while our reconstruction team will make sure your building is repaired quickly and thoroughly. We can even handle drying out more fragile possessions like upholstery, drapes and important documents. Our goal is to return your business back to its preloss condition as quickly and as efficiently as possible. 

Don’t let a flood take control of your business. Call SERVPRO of Issaquah East & North Bend for immediate flood restoration assistance.