Unexpected floods can be caused by snow, excessive rain, thunderstorms, and many other natural causes. It can quickly happen and catch your business by surprise. It is important to keep in mind a few key flood control practices to keep you and your business as safe as possible. No building is completely waterproof, so it is necessary to have your ducks in a row if you are in a flood zone. Be sure to stock up on Big Bags USA flood-control systems. There are a variety of flood control products offered based on the nature of the flood. We will deploy based on your needs with a quick call to Bigs Bags USA. Read on for a checklist of actions to take if your business or building floods.
1) Shut Down all Utilities. Immediately turn off electricity and gas lines to your building. Also, shut off the water. If you are unsure where these are located, call your service provider.
2) Contact Your Insurance. You should call your insurance company right away when you notice flooding in your building. Give them all the details and extent of damages and set up an inspection. Make sure to keep records of correspondence between you and your insurance company.
3) Contact a Restoration Company. Make sure to contact a certified technician that has plenty of experience handling all kinds of flooding. Let them take care of the water removal, drying, repairs, and checking for mold. Choosing a certified professional will be the quickest way you can re-open your business.
4) Secure the Property. Secure the property will Big Bags, as this will prevent any more floodwater to enter your building if it is still flooding. Big Bags USA offers speedy delivery and installation. You should also be prepared that you will be shut down possibly for a couple of weeks. Have limited access so you keep your business safe and your insurance person happy.
5) Document. Take pictures, videos, and notes of all water damage on your property. Make an inventory of losses and make printed versions. Share this evidence with your insurance.
6) Sort. Do not assume every item that touched the water should be thrown out. Access all objects and allow a restoration technician to salvage any inventory as possible.
7) Do not Throw Anything Away. Even items that aren’t recoverable should be examined by an adjuster that will complete a property inspection. They need to record every loss and damage.
8) Careful Clean-Up. Flooding can leave behind contamination, and unhealthy sewage and debris. Leave the clean-up to the certified technician.
9) Fresh Air. Allow fresh air to flow through the building to prevent mold. Open all areas including cabinets, windows, and doors. The restoration team will bring equipment to quickly assist with this.
10) Get Word Out. Keep everyone including customers, suppliers, and employees up to date. Utilize social media to spread the word about the temporary closing. As things progress, give updates so everyone is aware and knows when to expect a re-opening.
If flooding is an ongoing issue, call Big Bags USA to set up a perimeter to block more floodwater from entering your building.
Big Bags USA flood control systems and flood barrier systems provide lightning-fast flood protection at a fraction of the cost of regular sandbags. One five-bag system can be placed and filled by two men in less than 10 minutes. No other sandbag deployment method equals the speed of deployment possible with
Big Bags USA. Always have a game plan for the occurrence of a flood so you are as prepared as you can be. We hope you stay safe and feel more confident in how you would handle your business during a flood. Keep you and your team safe by having
Bigs Bags USA on speed dial if you are in a flood zone.
If you have an immediate need for our systems, or have any questions for us, please
Call us Toll Free at 1-800-337-0537 or visit
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