Protecting Your Warehouse Inventory From Water Damage

10/18/2017 (Permalink)

Damage in a warehouse needs to be dealt with right away so that the items stored have the best chance of recovery.

Commercial water damage presents double trouble to you as an owner and employer. Not only do you need to recover your premises, equipment, and inventory from the effects of leaks or flooding, you also have employees and customers who rely on you to keep your business running even while restoration efforts are in process. SERVPRO works closely with our commercial clients to avoid closure or a shut down even after a significant water damage to your warehouse or other storage facility affects your business. We encourage business owners to consult with us before any warehouse water disaster by developing an Emergency READY Profile. 

Preventing commercial water damage in Huntsville may not be possible if heavy storms or flooding affect your warehouse but a review of your preparedness can limit the effects to your bottom line. Take advantage of our training and expertise by scheduling a thorough assessment of your warehouse and other operations. There is no charge for our review of your facilities, and we will use the information to ready your team should the worst happen. 

You can also reduce and prevent the impact of flooding and water damage to both business operations and inventory:

• Keep stock off the floor.
• Routinely clean external and internal drains of debris such as leaves, waste, and other vegetation.
• Prevent water entering the building by installing permanent or removable barriers to seal doors, windows and other openings.
• Raise electrical sockets to keep them clear of possible flood water.