Commercial Property Maintenance Tips

5/21/2021 (Permalink)

If you are a property manager or commercial building owner in need of preparedness planning for your structure call SERVPRO of Edmonds at 425-775-5723. We can assist you with a complimentary preparedness walk-through! Check out the following preparedness tips to keep your building safe and hazard-free.

• Walk Your Landscape. Here in the Pacific Northwest large tree branches and limbs can become serious issues for your roof if they are too close to your structure. Trim trees and bushes back from buildings to minimize risk. The condition and health of large trees and limbs should also be inspected to determine if they are likely to break and fall during strong winds. If your property contains many large trees, the services of a certified arborist might be in order. Check your insurance coverages to see what your policy does and does not cover.
• Check Your Electrical & Alarm Systems. According to the U.S. Fire Administration, electrical issues, including electrical, heating, appliance, and equipment malfunctions, are one of the top causes of fires in non-residential buildings, accounting for 24.5% of all reported fires. An annual inspection by a professional electrician can ensure your wiring, breakers and appliances are in good working order. Additionally, most inspectors can check your building’s smoke alarms and fire-retardant systems.
• Inspect the exterior foundation of your property. Visible cracks as well as cracks between bricks, cracks in the mortar, and separation between adjoining walls could indicate trouble. Inside, if you notice windows and doors that aren’t working properly, cracks where walls and ceilings meet, or any irregularities in your flooring such as cracks, warping or sloping, you might be looking at potential foundation issues which could mean water intrusion.
• Mark all of your shut-offs. SERVPRO of Edmonds has free gas and water shut-off tags for your properties. We recommend placing them on all of your shut-offs and briefing staff or on-site personal how to locate and turn them off. If you have a water or fire emergency or general questions about preparedness call SERVPRO of Edmonds at 425-775-5723.