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Restoring Your Commercial Property After Water Damage: Trust SERVPRO® of Southeast Grand Rapids
7/31/2024 (Permalink)
Water damage can strike at any time, causing disruption and potential hazards for your commercial property. At SERVPRO® of Southeast Grand Rapids, we understand the urgency of restoring your business to its pre-damage condition. Here’s why you can rely on us for effective and responsible restoration services.
Expert Restoration with a Focus on Compliance
Our team of professionals is highly trained to handle water damage restoration with meticulous care, being mindful of legal and environmental regulations. We work quickly to assess the situation and come up with an action plan that gets you back up and running as soon as possible.
24/7 Emergency Services
Water damage doesn’t adhere to business hours, and neither do we. SERVPRO® of Southeast Grand Rapids offers emergency services 24/7, ensuring that we’re always available to address your needs promptly and efficiently. Our quick response helps minimize downtime and prevent further damage to your property.
Serving Our Communities
We proudly serve a broad range of communities, including Ada, Caledonia, Cascade, Kentwood, Grand Rapids, East Grand Rapids, Dutton, and Forest Hills. No matter where you are, our skilled team is ready to provide top-notch restoration services tailored to your specific needs.
If your commercial property faces water damage, don’t hesitate to contact SERVPRO® of Southeast Grand Rapids. We’re here to help you navigate the restoration process smoothly and efficiently, so you can get back to business as usual.
Large Fire and Water damage clean up
5/24/2018 (Permalink)
Local capabilities to get you back up and running quickly.
At SERVPRO® of Southeast Grand Rapids, no business is too big and no question is too small. So when fire or water damage strikes your business, call on the cleanup team the insurance industry has trusted for more than 40 years. That’s where you’ll find a team of specialist that’s faster to any-sized disaster. So when the things that matter most are on the line, make sure we are too by calling 616-977-9800 or visiting www.SERVPROpsoutheastgrandrapids.com. We’re here to help make Fire and Water damage “Like it never even happened.”
We are independently owned and operated with a team of 15 trained professionals. SERVPRO® of Southeast Grand Rapids is part of the your local large loss team and nationwide Storm Response Team with the support of over 1,700 franchises ready to serve your emergency needs.
National Preparedness Month, share the benefits
5/24/2018 (Permalink)
Our Ready Profile can your business time, money and production.
National Preparedness Month is the perfect opportunity to share the benefits of having a readiness plan in place with your customers, business, and family.
The SERVPRO® Emergency READY Profile® (ERP) will help ensure you and your business are “Ready for whatever happens.”
In the event of an emergency, the SERVPRO® Emergency READY Profile® can help minimize business interruption by having an immediate plan of action in place for your facility. The ERP is a comprehensive document containing critical information about your business, including emergency contact information, shut-off valve locations, and priority areas. The ERP is also accessible online using your computer or tablet; download SERVPRO’s free Ready Plan app to access this information at any time using your smartphone or tablet.
The ERP establishes your local SERVPRO® Franchise Professional as your disaster mitigation and restoration provider, giving you access to 50 years’ experience and a System more than 1,700 Franchises strong. Knowing what to do and who to call in advance is key to quick response and timely mitigation. Having a plan in place may help minimize the amount of time your business is inactive and get you back in the building following a disaster.
Preparation is the key to making it through any size disaster, whether it is a small water leak, a large fire or an area flood. The best time to plan for such events is not when the event happens, but well before it happens. No one ever plans on a disaster, but now, you can plan for it.
The ERP is a no-cost assessment; all it requires is a little time, making it a great value that could save a lot of time in the future. Call SERVPRO® of Southeast Grand Rapids at 616-977-9800 to establish your Emergency READY Profile®.
Emergency Contact and Action
5/16/2018 (Permalink)
Put the control of disaster in the Palm of your hand.
During a time sensitive disaster in your facility, who has time for paperwork? Wouldn’t it be nice to have an app on your phone that you could track every step of the process?
Advantages of the SERVPRO® Emergency Ready Profile®
- A no-cost assessment of your facility.
- A concise Profile document that contains only the critical information needed in the event of an emergency.
- A guide to help you get back into your building following a disaster.
- Ability to track Damages throughout the process and share information via e-mail.
- Establishes SERVPRO® Southeast Grand Rapids as your disaster mitigation and restoration provider.
- Identification of the line of command for authorizing work to begin.
- Provides facility details such as shut-off valve locations, priority areas, and priority contact information.
Call SERVPRO® of Southeast Grand Rapids at 616-977-9800 to establish your Emergency READY Profile®. We will complete the facility assessment, input all the data into the Emergency READY Profile app and show how it all works, at no cost to your business.
A BUSINESS PLAN...For Fire Emergencies
5/11/2018 (Permalink)
Knowing how to escape is the key to safety.
An emergency escape plan is not required for all businesses; however, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) recommends building an emergency action plan to protect yourself, your employees, and your business during an emergency. OSHA suggests the following steps when developing such a plan.
- Organize an Emergency Preparedness Procedures review with employees to review your company’s emergency plans. You may wish to select an individual or team of individuals to lead and coordinate your emergency plan.
- Once a plan is developed, post evacuation procedures, including routes and exits, where they are easily accessible to all employees. Ensure all exits and routes are clearly marked and well lit, wide enough to accommodate the number of evacuating personnel, and unobstructed and clear of debris at all times.
- Conduct office evacuation exercises and drills. Designate a safe spot outside of the facility where employees can regroup, recover, and conduct a head count. Once completed, evaluate how well the plan worked and if additional training or exercises are needed.
Contact your local fire department to assist you in your plan and to conduct annual evaluations.
Restoring Your Southeast Grand Rapids area Commercial Property After A Water Damage Event
3/30/2018 (Permalink)
We are #heretohelp!
Flooding and water damage events at Grand Rapid’s commercial properties are often complex with numerous issues that require a knowledgeable and flexible response. Whether we’re dealing with a relatively small water cleanup scenario or a large scale event, we work quickly to assess each unique situation and isolate the damaged area. In many instances, normal operations can continue in a temporary space while we restore your facility.
Restoring Commercial Properties Presents Unique Challenges
Our professionals are trained to be mindful of legal and environmental concerns and strive to fully restore the damaged area while working within your budgetary constraints. We understand that every hour spent cleaning up is an hour of lost revenue and productivity. So when an emergency situation arises in your business, give us a call and we’ll be there fast with the help you need.
About SERVPRO of Southeast Grand Rapids
SERVPRO of Southeast Grand Rapids specializes in the cleanup and restoration of commercial and residential property after a 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.
ARE YOU PREPARED?
3/9/2018 (Permalink)
Our Emergency Ready Profile puts all your emergency information at the tip of your fingers 24/7.
Are You Prepared? As a member of the Ready Campaign’s National Preparedness Coalition, SERVPRO® of Southeast Grand Rapids is proud to present the following information.
How quickly your company can get back to business after a tornado, fire, or flood often depends on the emergency planning done today. The regular occurrence of natural disasters demonstrates the importance of being prepared for any emergency. While each situation is unique, your organization can be better prepared if you plan carefully, put emergency procedures in place, and practice for all kinds of emergencies.
The following are common sense measures business owners and managers can take to start getting ready. A commitment to begin planning today will help support your employees, customers, the community, the local economy, and even the country. It also protects your business investment and gives your company a better chance for survival. Review the following questions to learn if your company is prepared.
Be Informed
Do you know what kind of emergencies might affect your company? Do you know what you will do in an emergency situation?
Develop a Business Continuity Plan Do you know which staff, procedures, and equipment are absolutely necessary to keep operating? Do you have backup plans for those operations? Do you know what you will do if your building or plant is not accessible? Do you know what you will do if your suppliers are impacted by a disaster? Are you ready for utility disruptions?
Prepare Your Emergency Plan
Do you have an evacuation and shelter in-place plan? Do you have a plan to communicate with employees before, during, and after an incident? Do you have copies of building and site maps with utilities and emergency routes marked? Are your employees trained for medical emergencies?
Practice the Emergency Plan
Have you practiced your plan recently? Do you practice and coordinate with other businesses in your building or industrial complex? Have you reviewed your plans in the last 12 months?
Review Insurance Coverage
Have you reviewed your insurance coverage recently to see if you’re covered in a disaster?
Secure Your Facility and Equipment
Have you secured all the ways people, products, and supplies get into your building? Have you conducted a room-by-room walk-through to determine what can be strapped down?
Improve Cybersecurity
Do you regularly install patches to your software? Have you installed a firewall on your computer? Do you regularly update your antivirus software?
Promote Family and Individual Preparedness
Do you encourage employees to have a personal emergency supply kit and a family communication plan?
If you answered “No” to any of these questions, visit ready.gov and learn how to better prepare your business. Or call SERVPRO® of Southeast Grand Rapids at 616-977-9800 and ask to speak to us about the Emergency Ready Plan.
Southeast Grand Rapids, FLOODING CAN HAPPEN ANYWHERE
5/25/2017 (Permalink)
According the National Weather Service (NOAA), “Approximately 75% of all Presidential disaster declarations are associated with flooding.” NOAA lists the most common flood hazards in the United Sates as:
- Strom Surge and Coastal Inundation from Tropical and Non-Tropical Systems
- Burns Scars/Debris Flows (Caused by wildfires)
- Dry Wash (Caused by heavy rainfall in dry areas)
Just because you haven’t experienced a flood doesn’t mean you won’t in the future. In fact, 20% of all claims paid by the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) were for policies in low-risk communities. ON average, floods cost $3.5 billion in annual losses in the U.S., and commercial flood claims average more than $75,000 (NFIP).
When catastrophic storm water damage happens to your commercial property, SERVPRO of Southeast Grand Rapids can Help. We help you prepare ahead of time with and Emergency Ready Profile (ERP), or respond to any size disaster to begin clean up and restoration to get you back in business as soon as possible.
SERVPRO of Southeast Grand Rapids is ready to help make it “Like it never even happened.” Contact us at 616-977-9800.
BIOHAZARD, CRIME SCENE, AND VANDALISM CLEANUP in Southeast Grand Rapids
5/25/2017 (Permalink)
Recognized as a leading fire and water cleanup and restoration provider by hundreds of insurance companies, SERVPRO of Southeast Grand Rapids Professionals also offer fast, reliable biohazard and crime scene cleanup* and restoration services to residential and commercial property owners.
Exposure to biological and chemical contaminants can pose serious health consequences for building occupants, employees, customers, and owners. A failure to properly handle and safely remove such hazardous substances can contribute to unhealthy and even dangerous environments.
SERVPRO of Southeast Grand Rapids Professionals are trained to safely and effectively remove biohazardous substances and prepare waste for proper disposal according to OSHA, EPA, and state and local health regulations.
Equipped with the necessary safety equipment and cleaning products, SERVPRO® Franchise Professionals help turn unsafe environments into clean, safe homes and offices.
SERVPRO of Southeast Grand Rapids can help with the following issues:
- Bloodborne Pathogens
- Methamphetamine Labs
- Crime Scene Residues
- Arson n Vandalism
- Sewage Backups
- Black Water Intrusions
- Mold Mitigation and Remediation
State and local regulations vary. Contact SERVPRO of Southeast Grand Rapids at 616-977-9800 today for 24-hour emergency service.
No time like the present to Plan for disaster Southeast Grand Rapids
5/25/2017 (Permalink)
No one ever plans on a disaster, but now, you can prepare for it. The SERVPRO Emergency READY Profile (ERP) will help ensure you are “Ready for whatever happens.”
In the event of an emergency, the ERP can help minimize business interruptions by having and immediate plan of action in place for your facility. The ERP is a comprehensive document containing critical information about your business, including emergency contacts, shut-off valve locations and priority areas. The ERP also establishes SERVPRO of Southeast Grand Rapids as your disaster mitigation and restoration provider, giving you access to over 45 years experience and a System more than 1,700 franchises strong. The ERP is a no-cost assessment; all it requires is little time, making it a great value that could save you time and money in the future. By downloading the free SERVPRO READY App, this information is stored electronically and can be accessed using your mobile device making help just a few clicks away.
Preparation is the key to making it through any size disaster, whether it is a mall water leak, a large fire or an area flood. Having a plan in place may help minimize the amount of time your business is inactive and get you back in the building following a disaster. Don’t wait until disaster strikes. Call SERVPRO of Southeast Grand Rapids at 616-977-9800 to establish your Emergency READY Profile, and be “Ready for whatever happens.”
Advantages of the SERVPRO Emergency READY Profile
- A no-cost assessment of your facility.
- A concise profile document containing only the ciriti9cal information needed in the event of an emergency.
- A guide to help you get back into your building following a disaster.
- Establishes SERVPRO of Southeast Grand Rapids as your disaster mitigation and restoration provider.
- Identification of the line of command for authorizing work to begin.
- Provides facility details such as shut-off valve locations, priority areas and priority contact information.
Call SERVPRO of Southeast Grand Rapids at 616-977-9800 to set up your commercial Emergency Ready Plan today!
Proper Preparation Prevents Poor Performance
5/25/2017 (Permalink)
How quickly your company can get back to business after a tornado, fire or flood often depends on the emergency planning done today. The regular occurrence of natural disasters demonstrates the importance of being prepared for any emergency. While each situation is unique, your organization can be better prepared if you plan carefully, put emergency procedures in place, and practice for all kinds of emergencies. The following are basic measures business owner and managers can take to begin preparing. A commitment to begin planning today will help support your employees, customers, the community, local economy, and even the country. It also protects your business investment and gives your company a better chance for survival. The following information is provided by ready.gov.
Develop a Business Continuity Plan
- Your organization’s risk needs will vary depending on the specific industry, size, scope and location.
- Begin by reviewing your business process flow char, if one exist, to identify operations critical to survival and recovery.
- Carefully assess your internal and external functions to determine which staff, materials, procedures and equipment are absolutely necessary to keep the business operating.
- You should also establish procedures for succession of management.
Review Insurance Coverage
- Inadequate insurance coverage can lead to major financial loss if your business is damaged, destroyed or simply interrupted for a period of time.
- Insurance policies vary; check with your agent or provider about things such as physical losses, flood coverage and business interruptions.
- Understand what your policy does and does not cover.
Prepare your Emergency Plan
- Your employees and co-workers are your business’ most valuable asset.
- Communication is cnetr4al before, during and after a disaster.
- Include emergency information in newsletters, on your company intranet, in periodic employee e-mails and/or other communication tools.
Practice the Emergency Plan
- Some disaster will require employees to leave the workplace quickly.
- The ability to evacuate works, customers and visitors effectively can save lives.
- If your business operates out of o more than one location, establish evacuation procedures for each individual building.
- If your company is in a high-rise building, an industrial park, or even a small strip mall, it is important to coordinate and practice with other tenants or businesses to avoid confusion and potential gridlock.
Secure your facility and Equipment
- Install fire extinguishers, smoke alarms and detectors in appropriate places.
- Secure all entry and exit points and plan for mail safety.
- Plan what you will do if your building, plant or store is not usable.
- Secure valuable equipment.
Improve Cyber Security
- Protecting your data and information systems may require specialized expertise, but even the smallest business can be better prepared.
- Use anti-virus software and keep it up-to-date.
- Don’t open e-mails from unknown sources.
- Use hard-to-guess passwords.
- Protect your computer from intruders by using firewalls.
- Back up your computer data and download security protection updates known as patches regularly.
SERVPRO of Southeast Grand Rapids can help you prepare your Emergency READY Plan today! Call us at 616-977-9800.
No restoration need is too big for SERVPRO of Southeast Grand Rapids
5/25/2017 (Permalink)
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No restoration need is too big for SERVPRO of Southeast Grand Rapids
At SERVPRO of Southeast Grand Rapids®, no business is too big and no question is too small. So when fire or water damage strikes your home or business, call on the cleanup team the insurance industry has trusted for more than 40 years at 1-616-977-9800 and www.SERVPROsoutheastgrandrapids.com That’s where you’ll find a team of specialist that’s faster to any-sized disaster. So when the things that matter most are on the line, make sure we are too by calling 1-616-977-9800 or visiting SERVPROsoutheastgrandrapids.com. Helping make fire and water damage “Like it never even happened.”
We are independently owned and operated with a team of 15 trained professionals. SERVPRO of Southeast Grand Rapids is part of the nationwide Storm Response Team and has the support of over 1,700 franchises ready to serve your emergency needs.
24/7 Emergency Service
