Be Proactive!

12/16/2021 (Permalink)

We love looking at beautiful, snowy scenes too. The only problem is when those snowstorms ramp up causing a power outage in your neighborhood or even county. With these storms there is the probability of a power outage. Here are 4 things SERVPRO of Pasadena/Gibson Island/Lake Shore recommends in the event of a power outage: 

• Be Prepared. The best way to ensure business continuity is by being prepared. SERVPRO of Pasadena/Gibson Island/Lake Shore can help you develop an Emergency Readiness Plan (ERP).  
• Install Surge Protectors. Install a plug-in, point-of-use electrical surge protector. You plug this device into a grounded electrical outlet and plug your appliances and computers into the surge protector.   
• Battery Backups. If your property has a sump pump in the basement or crawl space, make sure the sump pump has a battery backup. Battery backups are also important for network servers. 
• Contact a utility company. When your office or home loses power, be sure to contact BGE, which provides power to most of Anne Arundel County, Maryland. Visit www.bge.com or call to report outages at 877-778-2222. If you see sparking power lines, immediately call 9-1-1. 

Normally, a short power outage is no big deal, but the longer the power is out the potential for damage to a home or business increases. Stay safe this winter and read our blogs for more information on winter preparedness!