What is Commercial Property Damage Restoration

2/4/2022 (Permalink)

Blog Summary: A brief description of what the commercial damage restoration consists of is provided by SERVPRO of Easton, Bethlehem, and Whitehall, a professional in this field. 

In business and life in general, being prepared for the unexpected is very important. Running a business is always challenging, but this gets more complicated when unexpected things like commercial property damage occur. Property damage refers to physical damage to any tangible property, be it a building or a computer. If the damage occurred in a business or commercial property it is referred to as commercial property damage.

All businesses run the risk of commercial property damage caused by accidental fires, non-weather-related water damage caused by leaking or faulty appliances, burglaries and vandalism, accidents involving chemicals, or weather related incidents such as hail, wind, and storms. 

Commercial damage restoration services are sought by:

•                     Office buildings
•                     Shops, shopping centers, and retail spaces
•                     Hotels, motels, and restaurants
•                     Multifamily housing, high-rise residentials
•                     Nursing homes and hospitals
•                     Churches
•                     Office parks
•                     Day-care centers and schools
•                     Government/Military facilities
•                     Manufacturing and industrial facilities

Commercial damage restoration is different from residential damage restoration. This is because the area affected can be larger, there are various stakeholders, and the timeframe is very important as businesses need to resume normal operations as soon as possible. There might also be the need to restore documents, electronics, and data that are particularly critical for a business. 

In general, commercial damage restoration services from the trained professionals at SERVPRO of Easton, Bethlehem and Whitehall include the following:

1. Commercial flood and water damage restoration: Water extraction, drying, cleanup, and restoration are done by trained professionals using large loss equipment. Technicians will work with the business to help ensure minimal disruption to business operations and restore the property to preloss condition.
2. Commercial mold remediation: If mold is present trained professionals will contain the mold infestation to help prevent the spread of mold and begin mold remediation to restore the property to its preloss condition.
3. Commercial Fire and smoke damage restoration: Cleaning to get rid of soot and dust, retrieving salvageable objects for restoration, deodorization, reconstruction, repair, and cleanup are all part of the process. Water damage will be present as well from the hoses and sprinklers that put out the fire , so water damage mitigation will be part of the process.
4. Emergency power and lighting: This may be needed after water, fire, and storms.
5. Board-up and temporary roofing: Damaged roofs and windows can lead to further damage by water leaking in or wind. There is also the risk of theft. This can cause more liability. Temporary arrangements may be needed to secure the area.
6. Document recovery and restoration: Offices may have sensitive data and customer information to be restored. Books, documents, electronics, and fine art pieces are salvaged and restored if possible.
7. Heating, Ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) services and air duct cleaning and repair may be needed after damage and restoration work to remove dust, moisture, and microbes.
8. Reconstruction and remodeling services: Include drywall removal and installation, electrical repair, floor repair, temporary fencing, furniture restoration, roofing services, carpet repair and installation, painting, plumbing, dry cleaning are all parts of the services offered.
9. Move Out and temporary warehouse space may need to be arranged.
10. Biohazard cleanup: Safe removal and disposal of biohazard materials like chemical spills, incidents requiring blood cleanup, and animal waste will be completed by trained technicians in safety gear.
11. Cleanup of the property following a crime, or incidents of vandalism and graffiti is also handled by commercial restoration service professionals. 
12. Disinfection services- Certified: SERVPRO Cleaned, our defensive pathogen cleaning program, goes way beyond standard janitorial cleaning practices. This is proactive viral pathogen cleaning.

Businesses can take measures to prevent property damage. But accidents and unpredictable incidents can result in damages. Commercial property damage can be financially devastating. Prompt property damage restoration is key to avoid further damage and mounting expenses. Delay in getting back to business as usual can lead to loss of customers, revenue loss, and even business closure. It is important businesses purchase insurance policies carefully considering the possible need for commercial property claims. 

Choosing the right commercial damage restoration company is important for the job to be done professionally, safely, and efficiently. SERVPRO of Easton, Bethlehem and Whitehall is a large-loss recovery team. Their recovery equipment and qualified IICRC-certified restoration technicians enable them to tackle any kind of commercial damage, be it small or big. SERVPRO has a 24-hour emergency service that ensures they are fast to reach in any kind of disaster. They can be reached on (610) 559-9380, 24/7. As part of a national network of 1,700 franchises, SERVPRO of Easton, Bethlehem and Whitehall prides itself on the fastest response times and ability to handle any restoration work regardless of the property type or size.