Our Orlando Business Insurance Will Help You With Hurricane Damage Prevention!
12/30/2011 10:25:00 AM
In Orlando, business insurance is generally considered to be an essential means of protecting local businesses against financial loss in case of damage from natural disasters, including fire, lightning strikes, hail, and hurricanes. According to the National Hurricane Center (NHC), in the 2011 hurricane season, there were seven hurricanes in the United States and three storms which reached hurricane strength. A similar pattern is predicted for 2012.
The Tropical Meteorology Project (TMP) at CO State University is predicting an above-average number of hurricanes and “named” storms for 2012, following a recent pattern of tropical storm activity that may be ongoing.
To help reduce damage to your business property, you should be prepared for strong winds. Remove items from outside that could be a danger if blown around, park all vehicles under shelter, and protect your building roof from damage since this is where water usually enters.
The Insurance Institute of Business and Home Safety (IBHS) recommends sealing the seams in the roof deck – the plywood layer under the roof – with self-adhesive membrane tape, a whole-membrane cover, or using closed-cell spray adhesive. Research by the IBHS indicates that a sealed roof deck protects a building from water damage in a substantial way, especially when compared with an unsealed one.
Even so, the best protection does not negate the need for insurance. It’s important to regularly and thoroughly review your Orlando business insurance policy to ensure that your coverage is adequate to fully protect your business assets in the event of severe damage. Check with one of our agents if you’re concerned about coverage levels or haven’t reviewed your policies for some time!
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The Tropical Meteorology Project (TMP) at CO State University is predicting an above-average number of hurricanes and “named” storms for 2012, following a recent pattern of tropical storm activity that may be ongoing.
To help reduce damage to your business property, you should be prepared for strong winds. Remove items from outside that could be a danger if blown around, park all vehicles under shelter, and protect your building roof from damage since this is where water usually enters.
The Insurance Institute of Business and Home Safety (IBHS) recommends sealing the seams in the roof deck – the plywood layer under the roof – with self-adhesive membrane tape, a whole-membrane cover, or using closed-cell spray adhesive. Research by the IBHS indicates that a sealed roof deck protects a building from water damage in a substantial way, especially when compared with an unsealed one.
Even so, the best protection does not negate the need for insurance. It’s important to regularly and thoroughly review your Orlando business insurance policy to ensure that your coverage is adequate to fully protect your business assets in the event of severe damage. Check with one of our agents if you’re concerned about coverage levels or haven’t reviewed your policies for some time!
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