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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.
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.
When asked, most contractors will tell you that they are the best contractor in their market place.
Aerial measurements have been a part of the restoration industry providing exact roof measurements now for over five years.
The last decade has seen a dramatic and sweeping change to the landscape of the construction industry and, in particular, the roofing business.
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.
Years ago, Bill Weber was called to a home to take care of a mold infestation. He used bleach to treat the situation.
We have been answering a lot of questions about bailees insurance lately.
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.
Phoenix Restoration has added the HM40 ThermoHygrometer to its line of precision humidity meters, a more advanced version of the HMI-41.
Sentinel’s 24-7 ZERO is a high-performance coating with antimicrobial protection without odor, VOCs and HAP.
It’s sleek, features a low power draw and offers multi-position versatility.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
According to a press release, Crawford & Company has named Larry C. Thomas to the new position of chief executive officer of Contractor Connection.
Phoenix Restoration Equipment has named Erin Hynum as its new product manager.
More Floods members, who consisted of three new companies and two revisiting companies, attended training at the facility from March 21-23.
1-800-BOARDUP has added Laura Zeilger to its corporate team as the new National Franchise Sales Manager.
There is a lot of positive energy and a lot going on at IICRC.
The 2013 RIA Leadership Summit & industry Expo was held from April 23-25 at the Planet Hollywood Resort and Casino in Las Vegas.
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.
Check out the May/June 2013 issue or go to the Digital Editions page to view the interactive magazine.
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