Here are some tips to weather even the toughest of storms:

Bad Weather is Inevitable

The first step in making your business storm ready is to anticipate that bad weather is bound to arrive. Once the threat is an established possibility, you can make the transition from a reactive business to a prepared one. After all, it’s always those who leave the preparations for the last minute that take the longest to recover. That’s why there’s no substitute for a full mitigation plan in place. A good plan is one that covers both long-term and short-term responses for before and after the storm occurs.

Long-Term Protection Plans for Your Storm Ready Business

Your long-term preparations should ideally be directed at the biggest risks that come with bad storms: power loss, flooding, and physical damage to your business. And, although hurricanes aren’t extremely common here in Hawaii, it’s worth it to have a protection plan for those as well.

Power Loss

Bad storms can sometimes knock out your power. Even if it’s only down for a small amount of time, it can negatively impact your business. This is especially true for those in the restaurant industry who rely on power to keep their food supply fresh. Additionally, if you keep important data and files on your computer systems, power loss could be detrimental. 

To alleviate this risk, invest in big data storage (i.e. cloud storage) to secure your most important files. Make sure to migrate your paper files into digital formats, as well, so that you can back up in the cloud. That way, you won’t have to worry about losing your most important documents in the event of flooding. It is also important to invest in backup power generators.

Floods

Floods are some of the most destructive and disastrous consequences that come with horrible storms. It is of utmost importance that you protect your business against floods in every way. Aside from keeping multiple and digital copies of your most important documents, your building and equipment could use some protection as well. In the past, it was enough to simply look into past patterns or ask local zoning and disaster agencies to know if your business is in a flood-prone area. However, storms can be extremely unpredictable. It is safest to simply assume that your location is, to some degree, at risk for flooding. Your long-term mitigation measures should include:

1. Inspecting and securing lower-level areas
2. Purchasing barriers for doors, windows, pipes, etc.
3. Inspecting and fixing any areas at risk for sewage backup
4. Backup flood pump
5. Flood insurance

Damage

Bad storm winds can do harmful damage to your business. Make sure to invest in proper insurance to cover any damage caused by bad weather.

Work With a Partner Who’s With You in Both Rain and Shine

Dust-Tex is your premier source for high-quality linens and uniforms for a variety of industries in Honolulu. We’ve been in the industry for decades and have seen just about everything mother nature can deliver. 

We pride ourselves on reliability. Harsh weather conditions can’t stop us from delivering your business the products and services it needs to function smoothly. We are a friendly face in the community, always available to help you in both rain and shine.

Contact Dust-Tex Today!

Bad weather is inevitable and preparing for the worst is necessary to prevent costly losses. It’s always helpful to have a partner who understands and is always here to help no matter what. For more information, contact Dust-Tex today at (808) 842-4811.

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We’re Good at What We Do 

Dust-Tex has been in business since 1981, but our values and guiding principles go further back than that.  Our mother company, Hakuyosha, promoted the values of committed service, quality materials, and customer value starting in 1906. We’ve changed a lot since then, but those core values remain a firm foundation.

All of those years contributed to our expertise—a process that taught us the principles we know today. Those being: uphold high standards on product quality, produce results, ensure efficiency and punctuality, and maintain close relationships with clients.

Honolulu’s Best Service Provider Has What You Need

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Like everything we do, our rental services are founded on a principle of excellence. This means that with every item that we drop off at your doorstep, you will get our brand of excellence. Our items are clean, properly packaged, and have been handpicked for durability that will outlast the longest shifts. 

We Will Always Pick Up the Phone 

One of the tenets of our service is reliability – and that goes beyond the quality of service that we deliver. We work hard to be there for our clients as much and as best as we can. Whether to ask about products, discuss concerns, schedule emergency deliveries or order adjustments, we’ll be there. When you call, whoever answers will go the extra mile to assist you and meet your needs.

Partner With Dust-Tex Today!

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