How to Prepare your Building for Winter

09 Nov

Winter is a time when a lot of large commercial structures struggle. The changing temperatures can cause buildings to shift and warp. The added weight of snow can pose a risk to roofs, and heavy rainfall can put extra stress on drainage systems. Therefore it is worth taking some preventative measures to make sure that your building is ready for the stressors about to be placed on it.

Check the insulation – even a small gap or weak point in the insulation can mean less effective insulation and the risk of higher operating costs. A manual check of all the nooks and crannies may be necessary, as will consideration of the buildings layout and purpose when determining where and how to insulate.

Check the plumbing system – it might be worth bringing a professional in now to inspect your plumbing and heating system. Even small issues like a dripping tap can be exacerbated when the temperature drops. It is wise to do this early, as typically winter is an extremely busy time for commercial plumbers, as they are dealing with all the inevitable issues that arise.

Check your drainage – as mentioned, your roof takes an incredible beating in winter. The cold can warp it, and high levels of snow and rainfall are inevitable. Having your roof inspected and your gutters cleared in your commercial building can be the difference between a stress free winter and a roof replacement half way through.

Back up any electrical data – if something were to happen, one of the areas most businesses are vulnerable is the electronics, especially computers. The loss of data can be catastrophic to a business, so the backing up of said data should be a priority. Then, if the worst does happen, you carry on with minimum disruption.

If you follow the above guidelines then your winter should be a lot easier as your building should be able to survive it with no worries. Access Maintenance Solutions offer various services which can aid you this winter. This ranges from gutter cleaning to structural cladding to cut edge corrosion.

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