Navigating the Aftermath: Understanding and Addressing Commercial Property Damage

1/31/2024 (Permalink)

In the dynamic landscape of business, unforeseen events like natural disasters, accidents, or vandalism can pose significant threats to commercial properties. When the integrity of a business space is compromised, it's crucial for owners and stakeholders to respond swiftly and effectively. This blog aims to shed light on the complexities of commercial property damage and provide insights into the steps one can take to mitigate, recover, and rebuild.

1. The Nature of Commercial Property Damage:
   Commercial properties face a spectrum of potential risks, from fire and water damage to structural issues caused by earthquakes or storms. Understanding the nature of these threats is the first step in creating a comprehensive risk management plan.

2. Insurance: Your Shield in Times of Crisis:
   A robust insurance policy tailored to the specific needs of a commercial property is essential. Exploring coverage options and ensuring policies are up-to-date can significantly ease the financial burden associated with property damage.

3. Immediate Response and Damage Assessment:
   Time is of the essence when it comes to addressing property damage. Having a detailed emergency response plan in place helps minimize losses. Conducting a thorough damage assessment allows owners to prioritize repairs and allocate resources efficiently.

4. Collaboration with Professionals:
   Engaging with restoration and construction professionals is paramount. Establishing a network of trusted experts ensures that repairs are carried out effectively, meeting both safety standards and local regulations.

5. Communication with Stakeholders:
   Transparent and timely communication is key when a commercial property is damaged. Keeping employees, clients, and stakeholders informed about the situation, recovery plans, and potential disruptions helps maintain trust and confidence.

6. Legal Considerations:
   Commercial property damage may involve legal complexities, especially when it comes to insurance claims or liabilities. Seeking legal advice can help navigate these intricacies and ensure compliance with relevant regulations.

7. Implementing Preventive Measures:
   Once the initial recovery phase is complete, it's crucial to implement preventive measures to minimize the risk of future damage. This may include reinforcing structures, updating security systems, or incorporating resilient materials in construction.

8. Business Continuity Planning:
   Developing a robust business continuity plan is essential for minimizing the impact of property damage on day-to-day operations. This plan should include strategies for remote work, alternative locations, and data recovery.

Commercial property damage is an unfortunate reality that businesses may face. However, with strategic planning, swift response, and collaboration with experts, owners can navigate the aftermath successfully, ensuring the resilience and longevity of their enterprises. We are here to help. 

Commercial Restoration

1/9/2024 (Permalink)

SERVPRO® of Carbon County and Pocono Pines is here to help with any commercial mitigation services or reconstruction. If you have a local business in Jim Thorpe, Lehighton, Pocono Pines, or any of the surrounding areas, our team can make it "Like it never even happened." if you face property damages. Team Doyle is available 24/7 and can provide immediate emergency services like board-ups in the case of a fire and provide drying equipment in the case of water damage or flooding. From a natural disaster to a sudden emergency, you can trust SERVPRO® with your commercial large-loss service needs. Our Disaster Recovery Team is uniquely trained to respond to your set of commercial large-loss restoration needs so you can get back to business as soon as possible. From start to finish, the SERVPRO® team will work with your office to help navigate the insurance claims process for a smoother experience. Give us a call today if your business experiences property damage or needs construction repairs!

Commercial

9/28/2023 (Permalink)

SERVPRO® of Carbon County & Pocono Pines is here to help and support our local business in whichever way we can. From attending ribbon cuttings and being involved in our local Chamber of Commerce, we pride ourselves on our community commitment. Not only are we here to provide support to commercial business by showing up to events, but we offer all of our services to commercial properties as well.

From fire damage to mold remediation and more, like water damage, contents cleaning, HVAC/ductwork, and odor treatment, SERVPRO® is here to help make it "Like it never even happened." We understand how important it is to keep your business up and running, so we will be in and out as quickly as possible to restore everything to the best of our ability. If you have any questions about our services or what we can do for your commercial business or property, give us a call at 570-732-9191. We will work with you in any of our departments to provide you the services you need

Commercial Services

9/1/2023 (Permalink)

SERVPRO® of Carbon County & Pocono Pines is here to help all of our local commercial businesses with any damage restoration, construction, carpet cleaning, HVAC/Ductwork, and more! We can even provide services like detailed cleaning for office restrooms or classrooms that want to be spotless before the school season begins. We are experienced in handling large losses with commercial businesses and assure you that we will work as quickly as possible to get your business back up and running "Like it never even happened." We can even provide document drying services if any important paperwork or documents get damaged with water or a sewage spill on your property. Give us a call at 570-732-9191 to speak with a member of our team about the services we can provide for you and how we can help!

Commercial

7/28/2023 (Permalink)

Water damage can be expected after heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, hurricanes, or even an appliance malfunctioning and leaking for a long period of time going unnoticed. Your commercial property is essential to be functioning as much as possible, and SERVPRO of Carbon County & Pocono Pines is here to help get your business back and running in no time. Our highly trained professionals move quickly and efficiently to restore your business “like it never even happened!” We will remove all of the water and dry all affected areas with our special equipment while taking up as minimal of your time as possible. We are available 24/7 and can even send our team out in the middle of the night. SERVPRO is highly trusted in restoration as we even work with insurance companies to give you a hassle-free process. 

Not only will we restore the building and business space, but we can even restore documents that were affected by the water and get them back to as close to their original state as possible. Give us a call at 570-732-9191 if you are facing any water damage to your business in Jim Thorpe, Palmerton, Pocono Lake, Lehighton, or the other surrounding areas. 

Commercial Construction Services

1/31/2023 (Permalink)

Even though our residential commercial construction services are common, we also offer all of our construction options to commercial properties. Running a business is already challenging enough to manage and it can be overwhelming trying to think of different contractors to fix up your building. Here at SERVPRO, we are only one contact and can take care of it all!

We understand that businesses are important to be up and running, so we will be able to manage our time with your schedule and get the project completed as quickly as possible. Our team is experienced in professionalism and quality workmanship to make your building looking brand new again. We wil communicate with you every step of the way and you can choose if you want to be on site during our work or transfer your employees to another workspace temporarily while we get everything fixed to exceed your expectations.

After a fire or water damage, we can also offer reconstruction services to anything that was damaged rather than having you worry about who else to contact who can get the job done. We can provide our mitigation services and then get right into reconstruction as well.

Even if you did not have any damages occur to your property and are just looking for a remodel and update, SERVPRO can take you through the process of choosing your flooring, ceiling, and even new paint colors to update an office space.

Commercial Building Maintenance Tips

1/9/2023 (Permalink)

Safety is an extremely important topic when it comes to commercial buildings where people are constantly working and going in and out of. These tips will be able to offer insight on how to keep your commercial space as safe as possible during the winter months with colder temperatures and weather conditions.

1. Heating Systems

Commercial buildings are typically using heating systems with the frigid weather outside to keep their employees warm and comfortable during their working conditions. SERVPRO can inspect your heating systems and make sure they are being well-maintained to survive the colder months and make sure they are efficiently working and are as up to date as possible. 

1. Thermostats

Even if it appears that your heating systems are working perfectly, cold winds and dropping temperatures can freeze pipes and affect temperatures as well. By calibrating your thermostats and making sure everything is according to plan, you will be able to have a similar success with your heating system 

1. Inspecting Doors and Windows

Doors and windows are primary locations where you can find a sudden rush of cold air entering your building. Even a small crack left open in a window can cause your heating bill to skyrocket if it is constantly trying to keep up with maintaining warmth throughout the building with the breeze coming through the window. Doing a walkthrough of your building at least once a day and making sure doors and windows are properly closed and locked will save you both money and warmth

1. Outdoor Conditions

Employees are at risk during icy and snowy conditions, especially if the building is still up and operating after a snowfall overnight. If it is safe for employees to come into work, it is crucial that sidewalks and walkways leading to and around the building are both efficiently salted in order to prevent anyone falling and hurting themselves. Rock salt and de-icing liquid are two options that your building could invest in to prevent any accidents happening during these snowy months. 

SERVPRO is a commercial cleaning company that can keep your building in perfect condition and help with any needs you may have. 

Carbon County Commercial Services

9/28/2022 (Permalink)

Property damage can happen to both residential and commercial properties. At SERVPRO of Carbon County & Pocono Pines our team is committed to providing you and your home or business with the best service possible. Our full-service process includes: inspection and estimating, mitigation, restoration and reconstruction. Our production team undergoes extensive training, including Institute of Inspection Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC) Certified. Our staff is trained to walk you through the job process and then work quickly to restore your property. 

Some of our services include (but are not limited to):

1. Water/ Fire/ Smoke Damage Restoration
2. Sewage Cleanup
3. Air Quality Testing
4. Mold Remediation/Mitigation
5. Emergency Plumbing, Electrical & HVAC Services
6. Vandalism/Crime Scene Cleanup
7. General Construction Services

If your Commercial property has damages we are here to help! We offer 24/7 emergency services and are ready to begin the minute you call us. Call SERVPRO of Carbon County & Pocono Pines today at 570-732-9191!

Commercial Water Damage in Carbon County & Pocono Pines

9/28/2022 (Permalink)

SERVPRO of Carbon County & Pocono Pines offers property damage restoration services to both residential and commercial properties. Imagine a storm passing through causing water damage to your workplace, halting work until you clean it up. There is never a convenient time for water damage to happen. Every hour spent cleaning up the damage is an hour of lost revenue and productivity. 

SERVPRO of Carbon County & Pocono Pines has the training, experience, and equipment to handle large commercial flooding or water damage emergencies. Whether your water emergency occurs in a small office building or big box store, we will respond quickly to mitigate the damage and manage the restoration project through to its completion. So when an emergency situation arises at your business' property, give us a call and we'll be there fast with the help you need - 570-732-9191!

Restoring Your Commercial Property After Damage

9/1/2022 (Permalink)

SERVPRO of Carbon County & Pocono Pines provides 24/7 emergency services and is dedicated to being faster to any-sized disaster. We are able to respond immediately to your emergency and have the expertise to handle your cleaning or restoration needs. SERVPRO of Carbon County & Pocono Pines is a one-stop shop for all your residential and commercial jobs. We work with you to make sure we have as little downtime to your business as possible while also keeping our goal of finishing the job on time and staying within your budget. 

SERVPRO of Carbon County & Pocono Pines has competent and experienced professionals committed to delivering quality craftsmanship. Our full-service process includes: inspection and estimating, mitigation, restoration and reconstruction. Call us 24/7 at 570-732-9191 for any Commercial or Residential property damage you have experienced. 

Commercial

7/29/2022 (Permalink)

If you have any type of building small or large you are bound to run into a type of sewage problem.

For smaller buildings and homes the actual damage may not be so large, but it can leave behind some not so pleasant smells. For the larger buildings that may be located in the city, damages can come in all sizes, especially when you are dealing with a main city sewage line. These can cause not only terrible odors, but huge cleanups as well. Whether a small or large scale backup, SERVPRO of Carbon County and Pocono Pines is ready to dive in to get the waste out! Extracting whatever kind of waste is present is the first line of duty. Followed by extreme power washing to make sure no residue is left behind. If any is missed the smell with return and linger around. Finally after everything is washed and wiped down its time to get rid of that smell.

Using special chemicals that are made to rid the area of the smell and keep it that way! When stuck in a sticky and smelly situation, call on SERVPRO of Carbon County & Pocono Pines to do the dirty work!

No Job is too large for the Pros at SERVPRO of Carbon County & Pocono Pines. 

Mold Pros!

1/31/2022 (Permalink)

We have different ways to test for Mold, whether it is in your home or business.

Our first test is a visual inspection. As qualified professionals, we may be able to see the mold presence. We have tools to help reveal any hidden moisture and find the source. 

Another testing option is swab test, we swab the affected area and send it to a lab for a analysis. 

The highest level of testing is air sampling test. We collect samples and send it to the lab to better understand if mold is present and the extent of damage. 

Once we have the results, we can begin the remediation process. We are here to help in your community! Call SERVPRO of Carbon County and Pocono Pines today at 570-732-9191.  

How does SERVPRO check for mold?

1/10/2022 (Permalink)

SERVPRO of Carbon County and Pocono Pines checks for mold different ways. Whether it is in your home or business. 

The three different ways are: 

• Visual Inspection: One of our Professionals can sometimes perform a visual inspection. We have specialized tools to help identify the source, such as a moisture meter or thermal imaging camera. 
• If a visual inspection cannot be performed to confirm if mold is in the home or business, we can perform a Swab Test. This form of testing will be sent to a lab to analysis. 
• Another way to test for mold is Air Sampling. This form of testing is also sent to a lab and reveal the extent of damage. 

Tests sent to the lab takes about 72 hours to process. Once we have the results, we can remediate the mold immediately.

Why SERVPRO of Carbon County and Pocono Pines?

10/1/2021 (Permalink)

Flooding and water damage events in Carbon County commercial properties are often complex with numerous issues that require a knowledgeable and flexible response. Whether we’re dealing with a relatively small water cleanup scenario or a large scale event, we work quickly to assess each unique situation and isolate the damaged area. In many instances, normal operations can continue in a temporary space while we restore your facility.

SERVPRO of Carbon County, Pocono Pines specializes in the cleanup and restoration of commercial and residential property after a water damage event. Our staff is highly trained in property damage restoration. From initial and ongoing training at SERVPRO’s corporate training facility to regular IICRC-industry certification, rest assured our staff is equipped with the knowledge to restore your property as soon as possible to make it look "Like it never even happened."

Commercial Services

10/1/2021 (Permalink)

At SERVPRO of Carbon County and Pocono Pines, we can help with fire, water or mold damages to a commercial building. When it comes to damage in a commercial building it can cause a lot of stress. When damage occurs, it is important to act fast. We offer 24-7 emergency service. We can be the first to contact once you know a loss occurs. SERVPRO of Carbon County and Pocono Pines has the highly trained professionals and equipment to handle a loss no matter the size.

The SERVPRO Commercial Large Loss Division is composed of our best of the best in restoration. Our elite large-loss specialists are pre-qualified and strategically positioned throughout the United States to handle any size disaster. Every large loss is supervised by a commercial operations manager to help ensure seamless communication and timely mitigation.

If your business suffers a major loss, call 570-732-9191.

Commercial Service for Carbon County.

9/2/2021 (Permalink)

Have you ever thought about what happens after a crime scene is cleared? The cleaning and restoration process begins.

On a crime scene, it is common to have blood and other contaminants that can cause serious health risks if it is not properly addressed. Some of the hazards are blood borne pathogens and harmful chemicals.

For bloodborne pathogens, we utilize hydroperoxide to identify where the bloodborne pathogens are. As you may know, hydrogen peroxide will have a fizz reaction to blood. Once the blood is identity, we will use disinfectant on the hard non-porous surfaces, such as glass, plastics, metals, and varnished wood. For surfaces affected with bloodborne pathogens, we will remove the materials. Some examples of porous materials are drywall and carpet.

Another form of biohazard is sewage backups can be as nasty as it sounds and be extremely dangerous if not properly cleaned up. In the sewage backups, they contain viruses, bacteria and other microbes.

There are different types of containment water:
First, there is category 1, also known as clean water. Clean water can become contaminated if it is left untreated. Next, there is category 2, the Gray Water stage, this water can be from washing machine overflow; toilet overflow with some urine, but no feces; or dishwasher overflow. The last type is Category 3, which is called black water and can include flooding from rivers or streams, water from beyond the toilet trap, water from the toilet bowl with feces, or standing water that has begun to support microbial growth.

At SERVPRO of Carbon County, we handle sewage jobs often and are experts on cleaning it up. We tackle sewage jobs wearing personal protective equipment (PPE) to remove the contaminants followed by disinfectant.

From residential to commercial services, SERVPRO of Carbon County can help you!

Commercial Space Services

7/30/2021 (Permalink)

Imagine working and a leak occurs causing water to affect your workplace. As you are standing in water, you have no clue what to do. At this moment, you do not know how to respond to the excessive water. When water occurs, it is crucial that you act fast. Leaving water can cause more damage if it is not addressed immediately. 

Our services: 

• Total Project Management
• Facilities Cleaning and Restoration
• Flooding and Water Damage Cleanup 
• Vandalism Cleanup 
• Air Ducts and HVAC Cleaning
• Odor Removal
• Mold Removal 
• Smoke and Soot Cleanup 
• Inventory Documentation

SERVPRO of Carbon County and Pocono Pines is faster to any sized disaster. We offer 24/7 emergency service and can help you. We are ready to help from the minute you call us. Give us a call today at 570-732-9191.