PRE-LOSS PLANNING SERVICES in New Berlin

PREPARING TODAY TO SAFEGUARD YOUR BUSINESS TOMORROW

Disasters can strike when you least expect them, but that doesn't mean you have to be caught off guard. At ServiceMaster Recovery Services, we understand the importance of being prepared to minimize disruptions to your business in the event of a disaster. As a leading commercial restoration company, we specialize in pre-loss planning and business continuity plans. Our experts are here to help you develop a plan that mitigates losses and ensures a swift recovery.

With our pre-loss planning services, you'll be equipped to handle the unexpected and get back to business faster following a disaster. As a business owner, you know that even a single day of disruption can have a significant impact on your company and employees. By partnering with ServiceMaster Recovery Services, you can be ready for the worst while protecting your business.

WHAT IS A BUSINESS CONTINUITY PLAN?

A business continuity plan is a comprehensive strategy that prepares you and your employees for a wide range of disasters. This plan includes preventive and recovery strategies, outlining the steps to take to return to normal operations as quickly as possible. Don't let unexpected events catch you off guard—continue running your business with confidence.

WHY IS PLANNING AHEAD IMPORTANT?

Disasters can strike at any moment, and being unprepared only amplifies the recovery and restoration process. With a business continuity plan in place, you'll know how to operate and navigate temporary situations until your building, technology, and other assets are fully restored.

Planning ahead enables you to:

Limit the severity of business disruptions
Prepare for remote work arrangements if your office is severely damaged
Expedite the restoration process
Minimize financial losses
Equip employees and managers with the necessary information and training to continue their work until everything is restored
Avoid permanent closure of your business

DON'T BE LEFT UNPREPARED!

Many business owners are focused on the daily tasks of running their businesses and overlook the importance of disaster preparedness. Whether it's a flood, fire, or severe weather, it's crucial to consider how these events can impact your property and business. At ServiceMaster Recovery Services, we understand the challenges that arise when disaster strikes, leaving business owners unsure of how to rebuild and move forward.

HOW CAN YOUR BUSINESS PREPARE FOR NATURAL DISASTERS?

The best way to recover from a natural disaster is to prepare for it in advance. While you can't control when or if natural disasters occur, having a comprehensive small business disaster planning checklist will minimize the harm they cause to your business.

Key items to include in your business disaster planning checklist:

Identify potential disasters in your area: Understand the types of disasters that are most likely to affect your region, such as earthquakes, tornadoes, fire seasons, or hurricanes. This knowledge forms the foundation for creating a disaster response plan.
Develop a disaster response plan: Conduct routine audits of your security systems, identify vulnerabilities, and conduct disaster drills to ensure all personnel know what to do in an emergency.
Establish a communication plan: Maintain an updated list of emergency contact numbers, insurance information, and communication processes for employees during a disaster (phone, email, social media). Store this information where it can be quickly accessed.
Backup important documents and data: Scan and store your most critical business documents and records on an external hard drive at an offsite location or in a cloud-based storage system.
Create an evacuation plan: Map out evacuation routes, ensure emergency exit signs are well-lit and clearly marked, and designate safe outdoor meeting areas where you and your personnel can be accounted for until first responders arrive.
Prepare an emergency kit: As you may be without power or running water for several days, have a kit ready with essentials like a first aid kit, extra batteries, non-perishable food, and bottled water.
Review your insurance coverage: Understand your insurance policy, including deductibles and coverage for natural disasters such as water damage, fire, earthquake damage, and business disruptions. Each policy varies, so ensure it provides the necessary protection.

START THE PLANNING PROCESS BEFORE IT'S TOO LATE

At ServiceMaster Recovery Services, we provide the peace of mind you need to protect your business. Our experts will help you determine the best course of action for you and your employees, utilizing the proper tools, resources, and planning. Rapid response is critical after a disaster, and no matter how challenging the situation, we can assess your needs and immediately assist with your recovery. We'll be by your side every step of the way, ensuring your business is in the best hands.

COMMERCIAL PRE-LOSS PLANNING

ServiceMaster Recovery Services offers a range of pre-loss planning services, including educational seminars on disaster preparedness and our Priority Customer Program.

What keeps you up at night? Ask any facility or property manager, and they'll tell you it's the unknown factor. Are there potential vulnerabilities or actions you could take to protect your customers' safety and property?

Pre-loss planning with ServiceMaster Recovery Services addresses important subjects, such as:

Can disasters be prevented?
Do disaster plans, pre-loss agreements, and business continuity planning matter?
Have you established standard operating procedures (SOPs) for your property management and maintenance professionals in the event of a localized or area-wide disaster?
What about your residents and tenants? Would they know what to do in an emergency?
How do you meet customer expectations regarding response, safety, and protection of personal and community property?
What are the best practices for managing the situation until help arrives?
What is it like to work with emergency responders?
Can you learn from others who communicate their best and worst-case scenarios?
What are the national and local regulations that may affect emergency response?

ServiceMaster Recovery Services also offers a Priority Customer Agreement. Enrolled customers receive expedited emergency response in the event of after-hours or area-wide emergencies. This includes immediate service to stabilize your property and mitigate further damage. Our dedicated team will ensure your property is restored to its pre-loss condition as quickly as possible and with minimal disruption. We value you as a Priority Customer and strive to exceed your expectations.

For more information about our pre-loss planning services in New Berlin, WI, call us at (262) 239-7784 or contact us online today.