People change for many reasons, sometimes from a desire to be something different, more often due to discomfort. Companies are no different than individuals. It has been said you must “Change or die.” Thank goodness this is more relevant in business situations than in real life.
A few years ago I was asked by the International Conference of Building Officials (ICBO) to review their International Existing Building Code. They were interested in my take on the section related to ventilation and mechanical systems, and wondered if I would provide comment from a property restoration and remediation contractor’s perspective.
Have you ever taken the time to really think about why you keep taking the “opportunity” to work with agents, adjusters and insurance companies? A lot of restoration contractors think about it, but only when they are emotionally involved in a loss and their blood pressure is about to go through the roof!
J.C. Restoration, Inc. is a business that thrives on unexpected emergencies. But nothing happens by chance when it comes to managing the company’s fleet of 40 vehicles.
Most professionals working in the restoration field feel their profession is unique and special. And a natural outcome of that thought is believing the people who succeed in the restoration business are appropriately skilled and highly respected.
Owning a small business can be an exciting and profitable venture, but it can be fraught with obstacles and issues that require careful handling and good management.
Have you been paying attention to what has been happening to our industry? I remember the days when contractors were paid profit and overhead on water damage and cleaning work; when restoration contractors had care, custody and control of cleaning projects...
An electrical fire breaks out in the attic over the kitchen. Firefighters quickly respond and chop a hole through the roof to ventilate and douse the flames.