Articles Tagged with ''disaster preparedness''

As hurricane and fire season approach, it’s crucial to prioritize your mental health and well-being in high stress restoration jobs. Here are a few strategies that help maintain your mental well-being, preparing for emergencies and supporting your team through challenging times. 

With flooding responsible for 90% of U.S. natural disaster damage, restoration contractors have an opportunity to help homeowners safeguard their properties. Advanced stormwater management systems such as plastic porous pavers and underground water storage offer durable, easy-to-install solutions that minimize runoff while ensuring compliance with local codes.

In this episode of Ask The Expert, we go back to the basics of catastrophe preparedness. Our panel of industry experts share their experiences, overcoming hurdles and implementing strategies to help protect their communities and teams.  

In emergencies, a well-planned muster point is crucial to keeping your team safe and accounted for. Learn how to establish, mark and communicate an effective muster point with these expert tips.

Robert Harrell, VP of Product Development at DocuSketch, dives into the surprising trends from the latest Views on Homeownership Survey. From Millennials and Gen Z's skepticism about homeownership due to severe weather to their willingness to invest in disaster-resistant materials. Robb breaks down the implications for the restoration industry. Find out how generational differences and financial considerations shape the future of resilient housing and the vital role restoration professionals play in bridging the gap between consumers and insurance carriers.

Understanding and securing the right insurance coverage can be the difference between a business that rebounds after a disaster and one that struggles. Discover how business interruption insurance can help restoration and remediation professionals navigate the challenges of natural disasters, fires, and other catastrophic events, ensuring continuity and resilience for both their businesses and clients.

Winter can be tough, but with these expert tips your home doesn’t have to suffer. From winterizing outdoor faucets to preventing ice dams and avoiding fire hazards, learn more about these crucial steps. 

Winter brings its share of challenges, but with these expert tips many common issues can be avoided. Check out these tips for preparing your customers’ homes for the winter season. From winterizing plumbing and maintaining indoor temperatures to preventing ice dams and electrical fires, discover how to safeguard their property effectively.

In this episode of “TradeTalks: Unlocking The Experience,” Kayla McGowan interviews the Catastrophe Panel. Learn more about our speakers and in the importance behind this panel discussion.

Join us for this episode of Ask the Expert, featuring Barry Rice, a seasoned professional with over 20 years of experience in environmental, health and safety (EHS). Barry discusses the dangers of saltwater-related fires during hurricane season, particularly their impact on electric vehicles and homes.