Common Causes of Commercial Fire Damage

Common Causes of Commercial Fire Damage

Commercial fires can be devastating for businesses, leading to financial loss and disruption to daily operations. Fire damage can result in the destruction of supplies, merchandise, and even the building itself. To help protect your business and property, it’s important to understand the common causes of commercial fire damage. That being said, if you do experience commercial fire damage to your building, Triton Renovation is here to help. We leverage a national network of craftsmen to respond to your emergency quickly, offering turn-key solutions that will restore your building to like-new. Learn more about the common causes of commercial fire damage below, and contact us for a free estimate today!

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Electrical System Failure

One of the most common causes of commercial fire damage is a malfunctioning appliance or electrical system. Malfunctioning appliances and electrical systems can cause electrical fires, which can spread quickly and cause significant damage. To help prevent electrical fires, it’s important to regularly inspect and maintain all electrical systems and appliances. Additionally, it’s important to use only certified, properly installed electrical components.

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Faulty Wiring

Faulty wiring is another common cause of commercial fire damage. Faulty wiring can overheat, leading to an electrical fire. To prevent faulty wiring, it’s important to use only certified electricians to install and maintain a building’s wiring system. Additionally, it’s important to inspect wiring systems regularly and replace any frayed or damaged wires.

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Human Error

Human error is another common cause of commercial fire damage. This can include leaving a stove or oven on, leaving a candle burning, or failing to properly extinguish a cigarette. To prevent fires due to human error, it’s important to provide employees with adequate training on safety protocols and to institute safety measures, such as having smoke detectors and fire extinguishers in the building.

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Natural Disasters

Natural disasters, such as lightning strikes, can also cause commercial fire damage. To help protect against natural disasters, it’s important to have adequate insurance coverage and to take steps to reduce the risk of fire, such as keeping the building and surrounding area free of debris and combustible materials.

Arson

Finally, arson is another common cause of commercial fire damage. To help prevent arson, it’s important to have security systems in place, such as surveillance cameras and alarm systems. Additionally, it’s important to properly secure the building and the surrounding area. Having motion-sensor lighting offers great deterrents, too.

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Commercial fire damage can be devastating for businesses, leading to financial loss and disruption to daily operations. To help protect your business and property, it’s important to understand the common causes of commercial fire damage and to take steps to reduce the risk of fire. This can include regularly inspecting and maintaining electrical systems and appliances, using certified electricians to install and maintain wiring systems, providing employees with safety training, having adequate insurance coverage, and taking steps to reduce the risk of arson.

Here at Triton Renovation, we've seen our fair share of commercial fire damaged buildings in our four decades of helping businesses recover from disasters. Our team works quickly during your fire damage restoration service, so your building can once again serve its purpose. We have a vetted team of nationwide contractors who can respond to your emergency, offer temporary and emergency board-ups, and work with your insurance company to ensure your fire damage restoration service can proceed. We also offer financing. No matter the scope of the project, give us a call. We'll offer you a free estimate and assessment of the damage. To get started, contact us today!