Be Prepared: How to Protect Your Commercial Property

1/16/2023 (Permalink)

Know your plan of action before disaster strikes!

Do you have a plan in place in case disaster strikes your commercial building? It is so important to be prepared BEFORE a fire, water, or storm event happens.Without a plan, your costs can skyrocket. Here are a few strategies to avoid future headache:

Keep Important Items Above Ground Level
If a disaster event takes place and floods any areas of storage, it can leave a real mess. Make sure to keep important documents, inventory, tools, and electronics above ground level in case of flooding.

Backup All Data
Always, always, always backup your data! We live in a digital world and to lose digital data can quickly destroy a business. It is so important to keep your data in a cloud to ensure that you can always recover it. Local computer experts can help you with this if you need.

Have an Emergency Ready Plan (ERP) in Place
Nobody plans for damage to their property and it can be difficult to gauge just how much damage may occur. At SERVPRO of Douglas & Otter Tail Counties we encourage all businesses, large or small, to create an ERP. From planning a fire evacuation route to wearing a seatbelt, we are planning for the unexpected everyday. Why not protect your business with a foolproof plan that all employees can follow? Consider scheduling a meeting with your local SERVPRO Sales and Marketing Representative to discuss setting up an ERP today.

Keep Snow Cleared from Gas Meters and Vent Pipes

12/12/2022 (Permalink)

Have you cleared the snow from your meters and vents?

Keep Snow Cleared from Gas Meters and Vent Pipes

There are a lot of things we think about after a snowstorm such as plowing the driveway and clearing the snow and ice from the roof, but do you always remember to clear the snow from outside meters and vents? It is extremely important to keep these areas cleared.

Exhaust vents for water heaters, furnaces, or fireplaces should also be kept clear and free from snow/ice. If the exhaust cannot escape through the vent, you risk carbon monoxide buildup inside the property.

When clearing these areas outside of your home or business, make sure you do it carefully. Melting with a heat source or chipping/scraping can damage the equipment and cause further problems down the road. Instead, use a broom or brush to rid the snow.

SERVPRO of Douglas & Otter Tail Counties

7/25/2018 (Permalink)

SERVPRO of Douglas & Otter Tail Counties

SERVPRO of Douglas and Otter Tail Counties is available 24 hours a day for water emergencies, large or small. When you are dealing with water damage, immediate action is crucial. A delay of just a few hours can greatly increase the severity of the water damage.

We Answer the Phone Ready to Help Call Today - (320) 219-6505

We understand that when you call us, you may be feeling confused, stressed, and vulnerable. You need an expert to guide you through this crisis. SERVPRO of Douglas and Otter Tail Counties has the specific water damage training and experience to help you through this tough time. We specialize in water damage restoration—in fact, it's the cornerstone of our business.

What to Expect

When you call, we will ask several questions regarding your water damage emergency. These questions will help us determine what equipment and resources to bring, including how many trained SERVPRO Professionals may be needed.

Our SERVPRO Representative will ask several questions:

• Your name and contact information
• Your insurance information (if applicable)
• The street address of the water-damaged home or business
• When did the flooding or water damage occur?
• What caused the water damage (if known)?
• Is there electricity available (on-site)?SERVPRO of Douglas and Otter Tail Counties specializes in the cleanup and restoration of residential and commercial property after a fire, smoke or 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.

About SERVPRO of Douglas and Otter Tail Counties

SERVPRO of Douglas and Otter Tail Counties specializes in the cleanup and restoration of residential and commercial property after a fire, smoke or 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.

Time to Prepare For Winter

10/31/2017 (Permalink)

Beware of Ice Dams This Winter

The temperature is dropping and we have had our first snow.  We know winter is coming - and, maybe, quickly!  Is your roof ready?  Are your gutters cleaned out so any melting snow is free to run off of your roof properly?  Is your attic properly insulated to prevent ice dams?  Ice dams can be a major problem during the winter season.  They form when heated air melts roof snow downward into water dammed behind still-frozen ice.  When the trapped water cannot safely flow or run into the gutter system, it can backflow under the roof's shingles and into the structure's interior areas.  Your local SERVPRO of Douglas & Otter Tail Counties professionals can help mitigate water damage caused by ice dams and help you get your structure back to preloss condition.

For Immediate Service in Douglas or Otter Tail County, Call SERVPRO

7/19/2017 (Permalink)

Douglas and Otter Tail County Residents: We provide immediate service day or night!

SERVPRO of Douglas  and Otter Tail Counties provides 24-hour emergency service and is dedicated to being faster to any-sized disaster in Douglas and Otter Tail County. We can respond immediately to your emergency and have the expertise to handle your restoration or cleaning needs.

• 24-Hour Emergency Service
• Faster to Any-Sized Disaster
• Highly Trained Restoration Technicians
• A Trusted Leader in the Restoration Industry
• Locally Owned and Operated
• Advanced Restoration and Cleaning Equipment 

Have Questions? Call Us 24/7 – 320-219-6505

Residential Services

Whether your Douglas or Otter Tail County home needs emergency flood damage relief or your upholstery cleaned, you can depend on us.  Our technicians have extensive cleaning and restoration training and can make your property look its best. Learn more about our residential services:

• Water Damage Restoration
• Fire Damage Restoration
• Mold Remediation
• Storm Damage Restoration
• Cleaning Services
• Building/Reconstruction Services

Commercial Services

There's never a convenient time for fire or water damage to strike your Douglas or Otter Tail County commercial property. Every hour spent cleaning up is an hour of lost revenue and productivity. So when the need arises for professional cleaning or emergency restoration services, we have the training and expertise to respond promptly with highly trained technicians to get your property back to business!  Give SERVPRO of Douglas and Otter Tail Counties a call to learn more at 320-219-6505.