Water loss can happen well before you even get your doors open for business.

8/28/2019 (Permalink)

Commercial Water Damage

New construction can be an exciting time for your business, but can also be stressful.  Are you prepared to protect your investment well before your doors open for business?  Insurance loss data over the past 10 years has shown that water damage has become the leading cause of Builder’s Risk claims.  Water intrusion, which usually results from weather or external sources of water entering through the building envelope and water escape are usually the two main sources of water damage.  Water escape usually comes from installing, testing, and installment failure of water sources in the building’s internal systems.  Some examples of water escape during construction are:

• Domestic water distribution system and fixtures
• Roof drains and storm drain leaders (piping)
• Sanitary sewer system
• HVAC fluid systems (chilled water or refrigerant piping)
• Fire suppression risers and piping

In addition to the “system” sources of water above, the following trades may also create potential sources of water escape:

• Spray fireproofing (water for mixing)
• Interior masonry (water for mortar mixing and wet saw)
• Flooring and tile (water for wet saw and mixing grout)
• Painting and wallcovering (paint, water for mixing and application)
• Swimming pool, spa, and stucco (water for mixing materials and filling the pool)
• Hoses used to convey water
• Improper installation of plumbing, appliances, and fixtures

While, some water losses cannot be prevented, such as Mother Nature not cooperating with your construction schedule, most can be.  Preparation is key to preventing water damage, and in cases where accidents happen, you should have a plan in place of how to respond to the emergency in order to mitigate and minimize possible damage quickly.  SERVPRO is leading the industry not only in response time, but also foremost in knowledge and tools in the science of drying.  Don’t trust your business to anyone else!  Contact SERVPRO as part of your construction plan and be ready in case disaster strikes.