How a Fire Can Impact Your Business | SERVPRO of Bartow County

6/17/2021 (Permalink)

SERVPRO of Bartow County is here to help get your business back in operation quickly and safely following a water or fire loss.

A fire is something that no Bartow County business owner ever wants to consider the possibility of, but unfortunately, it can be a serious threat for businesses of any type. While certain businesses, like restaurants or manufacturing facilities, may be more at risk for a fire starting, even office building or retail store owners should be aware that it is a very real possibility.

Beyond general damage directly from the flames, there are many other ways that a fire can impact your business that you may not have considered. The best thing that business owners can do to mitigate their risk is to understand them and plan ahead for a quick recovery to lessen the impact on their business overall. Call SERVPRO of Bartow County for a FREE Emergency Ready Plan that will better prepare your facility in the event you experience water, fire or smoke damage. 

How Commercial Fires Can Impact a Business

Commercial Fires Can Cause Damage Beyond Flames

While the biggest thing that people think of when they consider damage from a commercial fire is the charring of the flames, there are other types of damage that will need to be dealt with as well. Not only does fire produce soot that can attach itself to nearly any surface, but it can also produce smoke that leads to lingering odors even after the other damages have been addressed. Additionally, because most commercial spaces are equipped with sprinkler systems, there is often water damage to contend with as well.

Commercial Fires Require Business Closures

Even in the event of a relatively small fire, recovery will take time for your business and will often necessitate the closing of your doors as the damage is addressed and your building is restored. To lessen the time your business must remain closed, it is important to have a restoration plan in place already so you know exactly what to do and who to call right away.

Commercial Fires Can Lead to Safety Concerns

If a fire impacts integral parts of your building, such as walls, floors or ceilings, it can introduce structural concerns that must be addressed. It is important that the restoration company you choose understands how to handle these types of jobs in order to keep your building in sound condition in the aftermath of a fire.

If you experience a commercial fire at your business, you can count on us. Contact SERVPRO of Bartow County at (770) 387-7455 any time to learn more about our commercial restoration services or to report damage to your building.