What to ask, and why it matters

How do I know a company can handle a floor this size?

Give the square footage and the rack layout up front, then ask what extraction and drying equipment they would bring and how many people.

Will operations have to stop entirely?

Usually only the wet zones go offline. Tell the crew on day one which aisles and docks have to stay open.

Will equipment block the docks and loading areas?

Name the doors and aisles that must stay clear before setup starts. Equipment placement can usually be planned around them.

Could the bill include fans running in zones that are already dry?

Ask for moisture readings by zone. As each zone dries, its equipment should move or come out.

Will the paperwork hold up for a business-interruption claim?

Ask for photos, moisture records and work records from the first day. Your insurer decides coverage.