This summer in Louisiana, it seems every other day is met with dark, looming skies and spotty showers. As much as we love our swamp, this trend in the weather has put a significant damper on typical summer activities. Though the magnitude and intensity of these rainstorms vary, excessive stormwater puts a strain on drainage and flood infrastructure tends to be the result of storms that dump several inches of water in a few short hours and at times with little warning. It does not hurt to be ahead of the game and place safeguards on your business that help deal with the rain.
Ways to protect your business from stormwater include:
Inspect and clean the roof drainage system
Trim trees
Remove debris
Check gutters for granules
Inspect roof drains
Double check drainage systems and downspouts
Look for long-term standing water
Inspect slope of roof-cover system
Check AC drains and wall air conditioners
Up-size gutters
For more information, visit DisasterSafety.Org on how to apply these tips.
Sources:
https://disastersafety.org/rain/protect-your-business-from-heavy-rain/