WINTER WEATHER SAFETY TIPS FOR COMMERCIAL BUILDING OWNER

12/18/2019 (Permalink)

Winter weather is around the corner. For the next few months, much of the country will be dealing with
winter conditions that include snow, ice, cold temperatures, wind, and slush. A major storm can even
disrupt the activities of a business.
Here are a few things to keep in mind to be prepared for the winter weather. Good winter
preparedness can also protect your building from winter storm damage.
1. Inspect Heating Systems
Make sure you are having your heating system inspected regularly and staying up to date on the
maintenance tasks like examining flues for carbon buildup and removing and cleaning burners.
Maintaining heating systems should be a top priority in cold weather.
2. Inspect Doors and Windows
Doors and windows are prime entranceways for cold, water and pests to enter your building, and exit
ways for warm indoor air and can cause damage and interior infrastructure.
3. Select Good Entrance Mats
Huge percent of the dirt found in buildings such as offices and shopping spaces was tracked in on
people’s shoes. The mats should give a little traction and should be rubber underneath to alleviate
potential slip hazards.
4. Calibrate Thermostats/Reduce Set Points
By calibrating your building’s thermostats, you’ll make sure your heating systems are operating
efficiently, which saves you money on your heating bill.
5. If water damage does occur, be sure to immediately turn off electrical power and unplug all electrical
items in the affected area. You should also locate your business; water shutoff valve and turn off the
water supply as quickly as possible.
You should next reach out to water damage professional to prevent further damage, maintain safety,
and also reduce the chances of harmful bacteria growth. This professional should also be able to advise
you on how best to deal with the situation.
Following these safety tips will help keep your building, employees and customers safe from tragedy this
winter season.
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you highest quality work, contact SERVPRO of Ventura, a trusted leader in restoration industry.
Here at SERVPRO of Ventura we are proud to serve. We stand ready to mobilize our team to help out
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