COMMERCIAL FLOOD DAMAGE IN YOUR GAS STATION?

5/28/2021 (Permalink)

Flood Damage in Gas Station

HOW TO MANAGE COMMERCIAL FLOOD DAMAGE IN YOUR GAS STATION?

Intensity and frequency of storms are often cause severe destruction to buildings and facilities. The operation of fuel tanks and electric pumps is affected because of flooding. Heavy rainfall and rushing water can erode the ground around buried utilities. This can potentially cause breaks in gas mains, making it possible for water to get into the system and result in customers losing gas service.

The worst risk to a gas station is buoyancy, if the underground storage tanks are empty and end up underwater, they can be subject to buoyant forces that offset the restrain of pavement, causing the reservoirs to shift from their location. To manage commercial flood in gas station, you will need a water removal, dry out and restoration service to mitigate destruction and complications linked to exposure of water and moisture.

Other gas stations have convenience store that sell drinks and car supplies. Floodwaters can cause loss of inventory and equipment failures. After floodwaters recede, there could be debris on the floor of the convenience store, the area where customers refuel vehicles and others areas of your gas station. We can use rakes to remove them. If standing water is present, water damage restoration technicians can begin water extractions process quickly using portable pumps to remove water on the floor and restricted areas. SERVPRO of Ventura dump the wastewater in a sanitary sewer.

We at SERVPRO of Ventura uses air moving and dehumidification equipment to dry out the affected areas. To create adequate airflows across the damp areas, we position enough air movers. We maintain a balance between the air movers and dehumidifiers to dry structure and contents. We use EPA-approved disinfectants to sanitize the areas. We also deodorize your business premises using the following equipment:

• Thermal fogger
• Hydroxyl generators
• Ultra Low Volume (ULV) foggers

If floodwater have entered your gas station, SERVPRO OF Ventura is ready to assist you to remove water and dry out affected areas.

 Please do not hesitate to call SERVPRO of Ventura at (805) 656-3911.