Commercial Storm and Wind Damage Restoration Services
Fast and Effective Repair for Businesses Impacted by Storm and Wind Damage
No matter how thoroughly you weatherproof your business, a serious thunderstorm with high winds can deliver serious harm to your commercial property. When storms strikes, it can be devastating for your whole family. That’s why you want to call Paul Davis professionals to help restore your life back to normal after your commercial property sustains storm damage.
What to Expect from Storm Damage
Turbulent weather happens across Canada. Whatever the weather throws at you, the chance of structural or cosmetic damage to your property is a reality. Based on the time of year, you can prepare to see potential for different kinds of damage dealt to your building.
Storms vary in size and type, but regardless of whether it is a tornado or thunderstorm that strikes your property, you want repairs as fast as possible. These storms bring heavy winds, rain, and electrical interference that hurts your business. After the storm, you may be left with stripped siding, roof damage or even uprooted trees.
Similar to thunderstorms, winter storms can result in structural damage to your business. Winter storms can force you inside, unable to repair damage outside. High winds and piled snowfall may result in roof damage, remove the siding of your business and even knock down trees and utility poles. Snow and ice buildup can also break power lines, which may leave your building without electricity. In addition, plummeting temperatures freeze plumbing.
Our Storm Damage Services
Whatever the damage, Paul Davis professionals are prepared to bring your building back to its normal state. We offer the following services for storm damage recovery.
24/7 Emergency Services
We know there’s no convenient time for weather to strike, so we offer 24/7 emergency services. Our responders can assist you any time of day when you notice commercial damage resulting from bad weather.
Storm Damage Assessment
As soon as they reach your building, our specialists can carry out a storm damage assessment. Our technicians search for water, wind and winter damage around your business.
Emergency Board up Services
If the damage to your building is severe, we carry out emergency board up services. When a storm leaves behind water damage, we can remedy it to prevent mould from spreading and additional issues.
Structural Stabilization and Reconstruction
The results of severe storms can rattle the structure of your business and the yard around it. In the event of fallen utility lines, we can perform structural stabilization and reconstruction.
Whatever the damage, Paul Davis goes the extra mile and helps you with insurance claims.
Along with all our restoration services, we work with a variety of business insurers to file paperwork and keep costs down.If your business has survived damage from a storm,
call the professionals at Paul Davis.
Our Emergency Response Promise
Paul Davis franchisees across Canada are ready to respond to your property damage, 24/7.
We'll contact you within 30 minutes of your call
We’re onsite within hours
We document your process thoroughly
We serve you with empathy and concern for your situation
Commercial Storm and Wind Damage FAQ
What should a business owner or manager check first after storm or wind damage?
Start with safety and access. Check whether employees, tenants, customers, vendors, and visitors can safely enter or move around the property. Look for roof damage, broken windows, loose siding, fallen branches, blocked entrances, flooding, exposed electrical systems, and damage near loading areas or customer access points.
Do not send staff into unsafe areas. If the damage affects business operations, inventory, equipment, tenant spaces, or public areas, call Paul Davis for professional storm damage assessment and emergency restoration support.
How should a business handle downed power lines, fallen trees, or blocked access after a storm?
Keep everyone away from downed power lines, damaged utility poles, fallen trees, unstable branches, and blocked entrances. Do not attempt to move trees, branches, wires, or debris if there may be electrical, structural, or safety risks.
If there is immediate danger, contact emergency services or the appropriate utility provider. Then call Paul Davis to help assess the property, secure affected areas, coordinate cleanup, and begin restoration once the site is safe to access.
What are the signs that wind has damaged the roof, siding, windows, or exterior of a commercial building?
Signs of wind damage may include missing or lifted roofing materials, loose flashing, damaged siding, broken windows, bent gutters, exposed openings, water stains, drafts, debris on the roof, or new leaks inside the building.
For a business, even small exterior damage can become a bigger operational issue if water enters offices, tenant spaces, stockrooms, mechanical rooms, or customer-facing areas. A professional inspection can help identify damage before it leads to further disruption.
How can snow, ice, or freezing temperatures disrupt business operations?
Winter storms can create serious problems for businesses. Heavy snow and ice can strain roofs, damage gutters, block entrances, affect parking areas, and make the property unsafe for employees, tenants, customers, and deliveries.
Freezing temperatures can also contribute to frozen or burst pipes, water damage, power disruption, and mechanical system concerns. Paul Davis can help assess winter storm damage, stabilize affected areas, and support restoration so your business can move toward safe reopening.
When should a business arrange emergency board-up, roof tarping, or temporary protection after a storm?
Emergency protection may be needed when a storm leaves your business exposed to rain, wind, theft, vandalism, animals, or unauthorized access. This can include broken windows, damaged doors, roof openings, missing siding, exposed interiors, or unsafe public-facing areas.
Board-up, tarping, and temporary protection help reduce further damage while permanent repairs are planned. Paul Davis can respond quickly to help secure the property and protect business assets.
Can storm damage affect utilities, plumbing, electrical systems, or mechanical rooms in a business?
Yes. Severe weather can affect more than the exterior of a building. Wind, rain, snow, ice, falling trees, and water intrusion can damage electrical systems, plumbing, HVAC equipment, sprinkler systems, mechanical rooms, server areas, and utility access points.
These areas are critical to business continuity. If they are affected, avoid using systems until they have been checked by qualified professionals. Paul Davis can help identify affected zones, coordinate restoration needs, and reduce the risk of additional property damage.
What should property managers do if storm damage affects tenants, customers, employees, or shared spaces?
Property managers should first restrict access to unsafe areas and communicate clearly with tenants, employees, and vendors. Let them know which entrances, units, hallways, parking areas, or shared spaces are affected and what steps are being taken.
Document the damage with photos, dates, affected locations, and tenant reports. Paul Davis can help assess damage across tenant spaces, common areas, roofs, exterior systems, mechanical rooms, and public access areas. Clear documentation helps keep owners, tenants, insurers, and internal teams aligned.
How does Paul Davis help stabilize and restore a business after storm or wind damage?
Paul Davis begins by assessing the damage and identifying urgent safety or access concerns. Depending on the situation, services may include emergency board-up, roof tarping, debris removal, water extraction, drying, structural stabilization, cleaning, repairs, and reconstruction.
The goal is to protect the property, reduce further loss, and help the business recover as efficiently as possible. For commercial properties, the restoration plan may also consider business operations, tenant access, inventory protection, customer areas, and insurance documentation.
What documentation should a business collect for a storm damage insurance claim?
Businesses should collect photos and videos of the damage, the date and time of the storm, affected areas, damaged inventory or equipment, tenant or employee reports, repair invoices, emergency service records, and any business interruption details.
Do not discard damaged materials, inventory, or equipment before speaking with your insurer unless they create a safety risk. Paul Davis can help document the storm damage, provide restoration details, and support communication with insurance providers, adjusters, property owners, and internal stakeholders.
With 65 locations across Canada and over 300 throughout North America, Paul Davis is always nearby. Our expert restoration specialists are dedicated to restoring your home or property to its pre-damage condition.