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Ask Annissa: How to Clean Marijuana Residue Off Walls

Annissa Coy

November 10, 2016

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As more states legalize marijuana use, are you prepared to remediate the residue and odor?

Restoration Roundup: Preventing Legionnaires, Rising Sea Levels, Historic Cedar River Flooding, & More | 9.27.16

September 27, 2016

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This edition of Restoration Roundup covers evacuations in Iowa due to the rising Cedar River, evacuations due to a California wildfire, mold problems at a VA facility, new overtime laws, Legionnaire's Disease, and other topics relevant to the restoration industry.

Hydroxyl Generators: Top Tips for Easy Deodorization

Tom McArdle

September 26, 2016

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Hydroxyl technology allows contractors to run generators while performing normal physical cleaning and does not require the use of chemicals, oils, masking agents, charcoal filters, sealants, or other procedures.

Ask Annissa: Can I Save Bedding (Mattress Included) After a Fire?

Annissa Coy

September 1, 2016

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In some rare cases, bedding and mattresses are salvageable.

After a Fire: Focusing on Indoor Air Quality

Dr. Alice Delia

August 31, 2016

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After a fire, there is a rush of activity in an effort to return the damaged spaces to pre-fire condition.

Ask Annissa: A Case Study in Simple Fire Cleaning (Part 3)

Annissa Coy

August 4, 2016

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Annissa wraps up her three-part series on simple fire contents cleaning by talking about the importance of paying attention to all the little details.

Ask Annissa: A Case Study in Simple Fire Cleaning (Part 2)

This week, Annissa focuses on cleaning the kitchen

Annissa Coy

July 27, 2016

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You need to know where you have odor and residue to establish a scope for your cleaning.

Ask Annissa: A Case Study in Simple Fire Cleaning (Part 1)

In restoration, it is best to simply expect the unexpected

Annissa Coy

July 21, 2016

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Annissa takes you inside a unique smoke damage job. Here's a hint: fur is included!

Effective Use of Hydroxyl Radicals for Fire Damage Restoration

Michael A. Pinto CSP, SMS, CMP, RTPE, FLS, ERS

May 1, 2016

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According to the National Fire Protection Association, it is estimated that some 370,000 home fires occur each year, costing close to $7 billion in total property damage. Many of these fires, however, start and are contained in a certain area of a home or business. Even though containment eliminates the necessity for complete demolition and reconstruction, it is still necessary for proper cleaning of soot and smoke in order to restore the property to a pre-loss condition.