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Must-Ask Questions for Your Restoration Company | SERVPRO® of Queen Anne’s, Kent & Caroline Counties
9/10/2019 (Permalink)
Property damage is always a complicated situation, but for a small business, it adds another layer of difficulty. In a recent FEMA report, it was stated that 40 to 60% of businesses do not reopen after a disaster.
Because rebuilding after a disaster is essential to business owners’ livelihood, it is important to work with a reputable commercial restoration company to get your doors reopened—but how do you know which company you can trust? We have some must-ask questions to help you determine just that.
- How Do You Handle Sudden Emergencies?
Most cases of damage can become more severe the longer they are left untreated, so a solid emergency response plan is the first thing you should look for. A company that has a dedicated emergency line and a solid emergency response time is a good indicator that you should plan on working with them.
Our own 24-hour emergency line allows us to begin taking action regardless of the time of day—meaning you can call us at any hour that you discover the damage. This allows us to respond quickly and allows business owners to get back to other recovery tasks for their business.
- How Do You Train Your Employees?
When your business is in the hands of the technicians, you want to make sure the work being done is of a high caliber. Asking how employees are trained will give you an indication of how much a company invests in its restoration staff.
Our employees are trained to the industry standards set forth by the Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC). After initial training, they are then provided with certification programs and e-learning courses to remain up-to-date and further their education.
- How Do You Choose Your Equipment?
Recent technological advancements have greatly impacted the restoration industry, meaning companies who do not keep an updated equipment fleet are immediately behind the times.
We choose our equipment based on IICRC recommendations, which guarantee our machinery is up to the industry standard. Whether we’re handling water damage, fire damage or something else at your business, we know we have the best tools for the job.
If you’re in need of commercial restoration, do not hesitate to make the call so you can get your business back faster. Our trained experts are here to help 24/7—contact us today.