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How To Prepare Your Commercial Premises In The Winter Months
The weather during the winter months can be harsh and unpredictable, leaving sites vulnerable to all Mother Nature has to throw at them. Here, Peter Jackson, Managing Director for Jacksons Fencing, provides advice on how to prepare and protect your commercial premises from the challenges of this winter. A recent study revealed that severe weather is the top cause of disruption to British businesses, but managers continue to underestimate it as a threat1
.In the past, the winter weather has resulted in the British economy losing over £1 billion a day due to gridlocked motorways, empty restaurants, and idle diggers2 .
Winter weather can cause serious impairment and potentially disrupt your business, therefore preparing in advance will help prevent profit loss, as well as damage to physical buildings and offices.
Weathering The Storm
With snow likely in the coming months, it’s crucial to control the impact that it has on fencing. Clearing snow away not only prolongs the longevity of perimeter fencing but also reduces associated maintenance costs. When it comes to metal fencing, if it’s galvanised and powder coated, it will be durable against the elements, however, damage can be caused if it is left standing in the snow for long periods. It’s particularly important to move any snowfall away from timber fencing too, although if gravel boards have been used on the site it will be able to withstand more, up to the height of the gravel board. Removing the snow quickly after it has fallen will also prevent any ice from building up, which can cause wood to easily warp, crack, or break, ruining its structure. Concrete posts are particularly susceptible to freezing. If they have cracks, water can get in and freeze, causing bigger cracks and damage. Timber fence posts that have been correctly dried and treated for in ground use will be much more durable and flexible to changing conditions.
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