PREVENTION OF WATER DAMAGES DURING COMMERCIAL CONSTRUCTION AND RENOVATIONS

8/20/2020 (Permalink)

New commercial construction or renovation carries with it risks of water damage.

Whether you are preparing for a renovation in your commercial building or the new development of a large facility, the prevention of water damage is necessary. An unexpected storm or a neglected water pipe repair can lead to significant inconveniences during the construction process:

• Property damage
• Rework
• Debris removal
• Delays
  

Therefore, before starting any new build or renovation, make certain there is a plan in place for any potential water issues. These preparations should focus on four vital aspects of the construction project: pre-planning, administrative responsibilities, organization of project materials and inspections and controls.

Pre-planning

While a possible broken pipe is one concern during construction, there are many others, including weather, property grading, exposed pipes, etc. Therefore, speaking with experienced contractors and remediation specialists in Northern Virginia such as our team at SERVPRO of Dale City/Lake Ridge and SERVPRO of Woodbridge/Lorton, is likely beneficial during the planning phase to reduce water loss risks.

Administrative Responsibilities

A needed water pipe repair should not result in significant setbacks during the construction project. These issues should never reach the point of causing severe damage. The best way to avert these crises is to assign responsibility and oversight to a team lead.  Ideally, it is best to also have water mitigation experts in place before beginning construction.

Organization of Deliveries and Storage

Beyond pre-planning and assigning administrative responsibility, someone needs to oversee material delivery and storage. If materials are ordered all at once and stored in a low area, such as a basement, then there is a risk of severe loss. A flooded basement or storage space can cost a company thousands of dollars in material replacement and time. Therefore, do not order all materials at once and make certain they have a high and dry place to wait for use.

Inspections and Controls

No amount of preparation or intelligent storage will eliminate water damage risks. Therefore, mandatory inspections and water controls should take place from day one to identify and resolve potential problems quickly and without incident.

New commercial construction or renovation carries with it risks of water damage. However, with diligence and inspections for needed water pipe repair work, a project can significantly reduce those risks. Consult a remediation and construction expert to identify potential problems before work even begins.  Our team at SERVPRO of Dale City/Lake Ridge and SERVPRO of Woodbridge/Lorton are here for your commercial water mitigation needs 24/7/365.