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Vandals Destroyed My Business, Now What?

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Your business is a source of pride and hard work. It is also a major contributor to your livelihood and quality of life. When vandals wreak havoc on your commercial property, your business may be shut down for an extended period. Furthermore, lost production and revenue can cause stress for you, your employees, and your customers. Needless to say, in the aftermath of vandalism and graffiti , it can be difficult to know where to begin as you take next steps.

Definition of Vandalism

  1. Prepare. Based on the team’s evaluation, tools and equipment will be brought onsite as technicians prepare to implement the cleanup process.

Vandalism Do’s and Don’ts

Do’s:

  • Save containers which may help label ingredients of spilled ink, paint, or other cosmetics.
  • Vacuum glass particles.
  • Vacuum carpet and upholstery.
  • Rinse and wash unwanted matter located on the property.

Don’ts:

  • Do not discard broken objects, such as pieces of furniture, porcelain, and wood.
  • Do not operate electronics, such as appliances, electronic devices, and lamps. These could prove hazardous if not first inspected and deemed safe.
  • Do not attempt to remove paint stains, ink, or tend to other cosmetic issues.

Visit our FAQ and Glossary for more information.

Sources:

https://dictionary.cambridge.org/dictionary/english/vandalism

https://www.ojp.gov/pdffiles/94600.pdf

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