Type in your Postal Code below to be directed to your local Paul Davis office
Fire is one of the most frightening occurrences that a business can encounter. What typically starts small, grows fast to become a catastrophe. Sure, your business has fire extinguishers on hand. But do all your employees know how to properly use them? When was the last time you checked? Or… Read more »
There are more than eighty-six thousand restaurants in Canada. From the fanciest, white tablecloth dining, to casual restaurants, bars, cafes, diners, food trucks, grills, and numerous fast food outlets, the Canadian food service industry is robust, employing over 1.3 million people. As one of the nation’s top private sector employers,… Read more »
“Fires are terrifying, expensive and, for many businesses, fatal,” says Richard Green, President, Paul Davis Ottawa, Ontario. “There’s a long list of reasons why companies can’t recover: customers find new sources before repairs finish, suppliers find other outlets, talented personnel leave, communities form new habits. But the precipitating factor is… Read more »
From the time the alarm sounds, municipal fire departments aim to have a response time of approximately 1 to 2 minutes to put needed fire trucks en route. Rapid response to home or commercial fires saves lives and often lessens severe fire damage. “Afterwards, where others see only destruction, Paul… Read more »
Like many conscientious homeowners, Karen Young owned a fire extinguisher in case cooking fires flared up. Her smart planning was a lifesaver. One memorable evening, Young pulled the pin and pointed the extinguisher…at the dishwasher. The front vents, where steam gently wafted after cycles finished, boiled with black smoke and… Read more »
