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Flooding & Wind Caused Most Destruction in 2016

Breaking down CoreLogic’s annual summary of natural hazards.

April 12, 2017

In late January, CoreLogic released its annual Natural Hazard Risk Summary and Analysis. According to their research, 2016 had “average or below-average activity for most U.S. natural hazards with the exception of flood and wind, both of which saw above-average activity, due in large part to Hurricane Matthew.”

Restoration Roundup: Crime Scene Cleanup Legislation, Mold-Related Deaths, Windiest Cities, & More | 3.20.17

March 20, 2017

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Here are some of the latest headlines related to the restoration and remediation industries on mold, bedbugs, fires, wind damage and more.

ServiceMaster Restore Helps Hattiesburg Rebuild after January Tornadoes

January 30, 2017

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ServiceMaster Restore of Hattiesburg responded immediately after the tornadoes hit and mobilized crews from across the country to help aid in the restoration efforts.

Severe Weather 101: Understanding the Weather Can Mean Getting Ahead of Claims

Michelle Blevins

July 12, 2016

Keeping a close eye on weather patterns could help you figure out where to send help, sooner.

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6 Simple Ways to Get More Leads During Severe Weather Season

Sonny Ahuja

May 25, 2016

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Soon hurricane season will be upon us, and depending upon climate shifts, could inundate your business with additional work. But how will potential clients find you when that twist of fate occurs?

Be Prepared: Strong El Nino Predicted

What restoration companies need to know before the possible onslaught of the intense weather system

Alexander Ruggie

October 15, 2015

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El Nino is something we’ve all heard of in passing conversations here and there, but few know what the weather event actually entails, what it means for them, their homes, or in the restoration industry, for their business.

Live Hail Reports Help Restoration & Insurance Professionals Track Stoms

October 14, 2015

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LiveHailReports.com just launched upgrades to an existing suite of hail-tracking services designed for insurance claims adjusters, roofers and other professionals keeping an eye on stormy skies.

David J. Dybdahl

October 6, 2015

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Climate change is upon us and that is going to be really good for roofing contractors. Climate change brings on more severe weather patterns. As a result, unusual weather triggers insurance claims on property insurance policies.

Ask Annissa: Responding to Catastrophe Losses Part 3 (with video!)

Outlining different types of adjusters involved in cat losses

Annissa Coy

September 17, 2015

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This is the third of a four-part series by Annissa on handling catastrophe loss situations.

Ask Annissa: Part 1 - Dealing with Catastrophe Losses (with video)

Annissa Coy presents the first of a four-part series on "cat" loss situations

Annissa Coy

September 3, 2015

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In part 1, Annissa explains what a cat loss situation might entail, and four things you need to know about each situation.

Why Fatigue May Be the Most Overlooked Safety Hazard in Restoration

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Growth vs. Grit: Why Scaling Smart Always Beats Scaling Fast in Restoration

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