Property restoration guide
Business Emergency Preparedness
Practical preparation steps for commercial and industrial property losses.
Business Emergency Preparedness
Practical preparation steps for commercial and industrial property losses.
- Maintain current emergency contacts and utility shutoff information.
- Identify critical operations, documents and equipment.
- Plan access for contractors outside business hours.
- Create a photo inventory of key areas and assets.
- Define communication responsibilities for employees, tenants and insurers.
When to call for help
Contact a restoration professional when damage is active, utilities may be unsafe, contamination is possible, materials remain wet, mould is visible or the affected area is larger than a simple surface cleanup.
General information only: This guide does not replace emergency-service instructions, an on-site assessment, insurer advice or professional electrical, structural, environmental or legal advice.
Need a property-specific assessment?
Call with the address, type of loss, affected areas and current safety conditions.