Responding to Flood Damage at Your Business | SERVPRO of Wilshire Center

5/28/2024 (Permalink)

If your business has been hit by an unexpected flashflood, SERVPRO of Wilshire center is Here to Help®. Call us today!

Wilshire Center and Koreatown are a hub for businesses ranging from delicious restaurants to hotels and entertainment venues, and we are so grateful for all of the amazing business owners who keep these places running smoothly on a daily basis. 

We know that planning for disaster is an important part of running a business, but that doesn’t mean that certain disasters can’t still take you by surprise. For example, not many people would expect to come to work one day, open up doors and turn on the lights, and find water all over the floor!

Floods at your place of business are always an inconvenience, and they can even cause serious damage. Knowing what to do if a flood does occur at your work can help you stay in control and respond faster. 

What to Do First

Floods can be large or small, but they are always overwhelming when they do occur. After all, you don’t want to be dealing with soaked possessions and soggy floors on any day of the week! Stay calm and focus on keeping yourself and your employees safe. 

Close off the affected area to your employees and potential customers, and then assess the situation from higher, drier ground. Take as many photos as you can and then get us on the phone so we can start creating your recovery plan. The faster we work, the better chance you have of avoiding long-term damage issues and even mold infestations. 

While you wait for us to arrive, locate the water valve that is causing the mess in the first place and shut it off. This will at least stop the flow of water so the problem doesn’t continue to get worse. If you can’t find out exactly what is causing your issue, shut off the main water valve to your building. You can deal with turning it back on later after we have secured the situation. 

When SERVPRO® Shows Up 

We will arrive quickly and get to work removing the standing water and ventilating the area. We will set up air movers, open windows and extract the excess water with precision. We even have technology that allows us to see hidden moisture behind your walls. 

Once your space is dry, we will get started on any necessary repairs. Water can easily warp your structural supports or create soggy and dangerous floors, so we work carefully while keeping your safety in mind.

We know that every minute you are closed, your business and your employees are being affected. We are dedicated to working as quickly as we can in order to disrupt your daily life as much as possible. 

When you are surprised by standing water, do the right thing by calling SERVPRO of Wilshire Center. We will help put your building back together in no time at all. 

Flood situations can cause serious damage in a short amount of time. Contact SERVPRO of Wilshire Center for immediate assistance.