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Articles Tagged with ''customer expectations''

Ask Annissa: Questions Homeowners have After a Fire
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Questions Homeowners have After a Fire

Guidance that restorers can share to help homeowners in their area understand the restoration process and vet the right contractor
Annissa Coy
Annissa Coy
January 29, 2026
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Homeowners often struggle to find and choose a qualified fire restoration company after a loss. Annissa Coy breaks down what proper onboarding looks like, what questions professionals should ask, and how to identify a trained, certified restoration team. 




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ServiceForge releases new report, revealing consumer pushback against AI-driven customer service

Survey shows consumers still prefer real human interaction when contacting local service businesses
January 29, 2026
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ServiceForge’s new research report reveals that while AI can improve speed, most consumers still prefer human interaction, especially when calling local, home‑service providers. The findings highlight how over‑automation can cost contractors leads, trust, and booked jobs.


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Struggling to Close on Commercial Restoration Jobs? Focus on Business Interruption.

Downtime, not damage, is the real risk for commercial clients and that’s what they care about.
Mike Allred
Mike Allred
January 12, 2026
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Commercial clients don’t fear the damage; they fear the downtime. Here’s why positioning business interruption as a strategic priority helps elevate trust, value, and wins you jobs.


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Bridging the Communication Gap: Navigating Family Expectations in Hoarding House Remediation

Effective Communication in Hoarding Remediation Builds Trust and Clarity
Dr. Keri Lestage PhD
December 10, 2024
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Imagine walking into a hoarding house filled with dust, belongings piled high, and anxious family members or an insurance agent awaiting a miracle transformation. This isn’t just about cleaning; it's about trust, transparency, and high-level communication.


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Weekly Hands-On How-To: How to Resolve a Client Complaint
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How to Resolve a Client Complaint

The KnowHow Team
July 5, 2024
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New this week for our weekly How-To’s powered by KnowHow, we learn how to resolve a client complaint.


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Weekly Hands-On How-To: How to Determine When to Remove Drywall
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How to Determine When to Remove Drywall in a Restoration Setting

This Week’s Hands-On Segment Focuses on the decision whether or not to remove drywall in a restoration & remediation project
The KnowHow Team
April 10, 2024
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Overreacting to water damage can lead to unnecessary repairs.


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Putting Yourself in the Consumer's Shoes

Myldred Ingram
Myldred Ingram
November 27, 2023
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Our editor-in-chief Myldred Ingram gives a refresher in remembering the consumer’s standpoint in the restoration and remediation industry.


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Next Year: No More Headaches, No More Program Work for Restorers

Annissa Coy
Annissa Coy
December 30, 2022
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This is the year to take control of your business.



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Attorneys Stress the Importance of Communication during Restoration Process

Ted Craig
Ted Craig
November 17, 2022
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Listening carefully and communicating with clarity create a better process for all parties and help avoid issues.



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How to Increase Profitability and Morale in Your Water Restoration Business

Cassandra McDowell
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Kevin Molway
Kevin Molway
May 10, 2022
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The success of your water damage restoration business is dependent on the quality of work your production staff puts out and the feeling the water damage victim is left with after the fact.


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