Preparing Your Business for Winter Storm Damage
Between the cold weather, snow, and ice storms, the winter season is a time where businesses are frequently hit with property damage. Being prepared to deal with or prevent that damage is something every business owner should take into consideration so that they’re impacted as little as possible by winter storms. Before the next nasty winter storm hits your business, here are some steps business owners can take to make sure their commercial property is prepared. Check Building Exterior: Take a stroll around the exterior of your commercial building and take note of any damage to downspouts, drains, gutters, windows, etc. Make sure all of these issues are repaired before a winter storm hits and causes the damage to become worse. Trim Trees: If you have overgrown trees or bushes near your building, it’s wise to have them trimmed or pruned before a winter storm hits. Snow, ice, and heavy winds can cause branches to fall and cause damage to your building. Plan for Snow Plow...