Steps To Take After Discovering A Leak In Your Restaurant

10/26/2023 (Permalink)

Discovering a leak in your restaurant can be an added nuisance on the list of to-dos that you already have to navigate. A leak of any size should be taken seriously, for water damage can cause significant structural problems to your business or create unsafe health conditions that could lead to the closure of your restaurant for a significant period of time. With SERVPRO of Belle Meade/West Nashville’s rapid response times and professionalism, you can trust that a simple leak will be taken care of before it becomes a bigger problem. Here are some tips for what to do if you should find a leak in your Nashville restaurant.

First Steps To Take After Finding a Leak

• The first step is to figure out where the water is coming from and turn off the water that may be supplying the leak. If you cannot find the source of the water, our SERVPRO team members will find it upon arrival!  
• Try to carefully contain or dry the water using towels or mops, and protect furniture by removing and propping up any wet upholstery and wiping excess water from wood furniture. 
• In a restaurant, you’re used to having to be quick on your feet but standing water can be especially dangerous. Be wary of slip and fall risks or electrical hazards. These are the foremost dangers that arise from water damage!

SERVPRO Belle Meade/West Nashville Water Damage Response

• Speedy Arrival: As disaster response professionals, we know that every second counts when it comes to commercial water damage. That is why our technicians will be on the move and on the way from the moment we get your call. 
• Assessment: We will start by finding the source of the water and shut it off if it has not been already, and then survey the extent of the damage to determine our approach. Unfortunately, where there is moisture, it is likely that mold will follow. Mold should be taken seriously, as it can cause a myriad of health issues for your workers and guests, and we will address this possibility accordingly through our mold remediation process.
• Water Removal: Water removal devices will be used to dry the area. Depending on the amount of water, vacuums and pumps will be used, and then air movers will be brought in to dry out the more stubborn and hard-to-reach moisture.  
• Cleaning: Sanitization is incredibly important in a water damage situation, especially in a restaurant. When your commercial business is cleaned by SERVPRO, trust that all restorable items and structures will be sanitized and repaired to their original state. 

Your restaurant is your livelihood, and so much depends on it. Our SERVPRO of Belle Meade/West Nashville team understands this significance and is available 24/7 at (615) 242-9391 to help with water damage restoration. Don’t hesitate in times of need, contact us to get your business back to normal as soon as possible! 

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