Taking Care of Business: Five Ways To Prepare for a Storm

6/16/2018 (Permalink)

Business owners of Norman, OK may experience fear and anxiety upon becoming aware of an impending storm. Receiving notification beforehand (via radio stations, TV news channels, and smartphone apps) can allow time to get prepared. Here are five precautions to take to keep your commercial property safe during severe conditions.

1. Prepare Your Office Building

Ensure that your office building is well insulated and that all air leaks are sealed with weather stripping. Water heaters and HVAC systems should be up to date on maintenance and inspection. Have a backup source of energy in the event of a power outage. 

2. Create a Plan

It is essential that everyone has a hard copy of a disaster and emergency plan. Have an evacuation route with a designated meeting area. List locations of emergency generators, fire extinguishers, and emergency kits.

3. Have an Inclement Weather Policy in Place

Some companies have a hotline for employees to call to get up-to-date instructions on what to do during inclement weather, which can inform employees to either come in later after the weather clears or to not report to work. Often, employers often allow employees to work from home during a storm.

4. Know Who To Contact if Damage Occurs

If any cleaning and/or repair is needed after the storm, contact your local damage restoration specialists. Bringing in a skilled team with the right equipment and know-how can ensure that the property will be restored to mint condition.

Weather can temporarily close down a business. Have a plan in place – and a restoration company on call – to deal with any problems that may arise, such as a pipe burst or loss of power. Visit http://www.SERVPROnorman.com for more information on storm damage.