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50 Months for Fraudulent Overbilling: Breaking Down the Michael Griggs Case

The case filed against Griggs and other DRI employees in 2008 included 60 counts.
May 14, 2013

Guilty by suspicion. No, it’s not just a Robert DeNiro movie from 1991. In fact, when it involves your business and the insurance industry, it can lead to a whole lot of trouble.


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Women in Restoration

A sample of the many successful women professionals who have played, and continue to play, a large part in this industry
May 14, 2013

While you might not think that the restoration and remediation industry is synonymous with women, this industry is rich with them – and rich with them in impactful and standout positions.


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How Can Your Company Score with Insurance Vendor Programs?

Knowing where you are ranked allows a contractor to determine where they are doing a good job and where they need to make adjustments to improve their performance
May 14, 2013

When asked, most contractors will tell you that they are the best contractor in their market place.


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The Value of Aerial Roof Measurements

Leading restoration contractors are experiencing huge benefits by embracing these technologies and learning how to use them to grow profits and revenue
May 14, 2013

Aerial measurements have been a part of the restoration industry providing exact roof measurements now for over five years.


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Surviving the Storm

The last decade has seen a dramatic and sweeping change to the landscape of the construction industry and, in particular, the roofing business
May 14, 2013

The last decade has seen a dramatic and sweeping change to the landscape of the construction industry and, in particular, the roofing business.


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Putting it Back Together: A Case Study

It started as an ordinary Monday night in September 2012.
May 14, 2013

The smell of smoke alerted the couple and as they dashed to reach the top of the stairs, they found their kitchen engulfed in flames.


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Going “Green” with Mold Remediation: With and Without Chemicals

From media blasting to environmentally-friendly chemicals.
May 14, 2013

Years ago, Bill Weber was called to a home to take care of a mold infestation. He used bleach to treat the situation.


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Bailees Insurance: What Every Restoration Firm Needs to Know

There appears to be a serious need for some help within the restoration community in this line of insurance coverage
May 14, 2013

We have been answering a lot of questions about bailees insurance lately.


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An odor-free, color-free wetting agent

May 14, 2013

United States Green Performance Chemistry (USGPC) has introduced AirKlenz, a mild blend of charged surfactants – minus antimicrobials – that harnesses particulate debris and lowers surface tension so matter is captured and wetted to control cross contamination control.


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Phoenix releases new precision meter

May 14, 2013

Phoenix Restoration has added the HM40 ThermoHygrometer to its line of precision humidity meters, a more advanced version of the HMI-41.


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Enhanced antimicrobial protection

May 14, 2013

Sentinel’s 24-7 ZERO is a high-performance coating with antimicrobial protection without odor, VOCs and HAP.


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Introducing the new Velo

May 14, 2013

It’s sleek, features a low power draw and offers multi-position versatility.


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Revised ANSI/IICRC S500 Standard Available for Public Review

Standard is available from March 29 to May 13, 2013 for review and comment as part of the 45-day public review period
March 29, 2013

The Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC) has announced that it is revising the ANSI/IICRC S500-2006 Standard and Reference Guide for Professional Water Damage Restoration.


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NIDS Announces Latest Meth Lab/Tear Gas Decon Grads

April 3, 2013

The National Institute of Decontamination Specialists (NIDS) announced the latest group of graduates from their March 2013 class in Meth Lab and Tear Gas Decon.


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Flood Safe Habitats: An Organization to Train the Uninsured About Flood Remediation

Flood Safe Habitats’ training programs will provide an extremely cost-effective way to thwart preventable diseases and potential hazards
March 11, 2013

Daniel Bernazzani, PhD, has spearheaded Flood Safe Habitats, a non-profit organization dedicated to educating volunteers and flood victims of the procedural standard of care that will guard their health and safety and help assure the future health of the occupants of the flooded habitats.


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FRSTeam Partners with iCAT Solutions on Fabric Restoration

FRSTeam will leverage iCAT Solutions' unique pack-out and reporting technologies
April 9, 2013

According to a press release, iCAT Solutions has announced that it will deliver value-added technology solutions to the products and services of FRSTeam, a leading fabric restoration company.


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The Experience Events, ICRA and DKI Announce Working Relationship

Beginning in September, DKI will actively participate on The Experience Programs
April 19, 2013

The Experience Events and Disaster Kleenup International (DKI) announced that they have entered into a working relationship to bring the most advanced information and procedures to the restoration industry.


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Insights 2013: A Record-Breaking Success

Insights originated in 1996 as a gathering for North America’s leading restoration contractors to meet and share ideas
March 19, 2013

Insights 2013 was a record-breaking success with over 500 attendees and an expo hall jammed with 85 booths and 50 sponsors, according to a press release.


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IICRCA Partners with Event Planning Concepts for Future Trade Show

Dates and venue have yet to be determined
April 2, 2013

The International Inspection, Cleaning, and Restoration Council of Associations (IICRCA) has announced it is partnering with Event Planning Concepts (EPC), a professional event planning company, to execute its upcoming educational conference and trade show.


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DKI Names Sharon Marvin Director of Franchise Support

Sharon’s background includes over 25 years in franchise operations within the real estate industry
March 22, 2013

DKI has announced in a press release that Sharon Marvin has joined the DKI membership team as Director of Franchise Support. Her role will be to represent DKI to both current and potential franchisees, as well as vendors and clients. 


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RIA Update: May 2013

RIA continues to raise money for the Restoration Industry Legal Fund (RILF).
May 14, 2013

On the heels of another successful Leadership Summit and Industry Expo, RIA has been working on several fronts to strengthen the association and promote its members to a wide variety of industry stakeholders.


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NIDS Announces March Bio-Recovery Grads

Damar DuBois, William "Bill" McLean, J.D. Davis, Maggie Davis, Kristina Greenway and Oilverio Rego completed the program.
March 26, 2013

The National Institute of Decontamination Specialists (NIDS) announced the latest group of graduates from their March class in Crime and Trauma Scene BioRecovery in a press release.


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Larry C. Thomas Named CEO of Contractor Connection

The 2013 Contractor Connection Conference & Expo will take place from May 21-23 in San Antonio
March 20, 2013

According to a press release, Crawford & Company has named Larry C. Thomas to the new position of chief executive officer of Contractor Connection.


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Phoenix Restoration names Erin Hynum product manager

May 14, 2013

Phoenix Restoration Equipment has named Erin Hynum as its new product manager.


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Members attend training courses

May 14, 2013

More Floods members, who consisted of three new companies and two revisiting companies, attended training at the facility from March 21-23.


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Laura Zeigler named National Franchise Sales Manager

May 14, 2013

1-800-BOARDUP has added Laura Zeilger to its corporate team as the new National Franchise Sales Manager.


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Catching up with the IICRC

The IICRC Certification Council and Board of Directors meeting were held in Las Vegas April 21-23.
May 14, 2013

There is a lot of positive energy and a lot going on at IICRC.


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2013 RIA Leadership Summit & industry Expo

The 2013 RIA Leadership Summit & industry Expo was held from April 23-25 at the Planet Hollywood Resort and Casino in Las Vegas.

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Dave Dybdahl, president of ARMR Network, presents on “Practical Risk Management for Cleaning and Restoration Contractors” at ICS Presents Connections to the Cleaning and Restoration Industry.

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