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Articles Tagged with ''disaster response''

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From Fire Alerts to Fire Intelligence: How Data Is Changing Restoration Response

Learn how key dispatch data and property insights help restorers prioritize and respond faster
Jacob Cleveland
Jacob Cleveland
April 13, 2026
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Learn how fire dispatch data and property insights help restorers improve their response times and prioritize fire jobs.


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Technical Tip Tuesday: CAT Planning and 3D Documentation Essentials
Technical Tip Tuesday Presented by Paul Davis Restoration

CAT Planning and 3D Documentation Essentials

John Reasoner shares the two CAT readiness practices that prevent secondary damage and speed response
Kayla McGowan
Kayla McGowan
February 24, 2026
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In this week’s Technical Tip Tuesday, John Reasoner of Paul Davis Restoration explains the two CAT preparedness practices that consistently save time and reduce secondary damage during major storm events: disciplined claim distribution and mandatory 3D/360 documentation at every phase of the loss. His approach shows how the right mix of planning and technology protects both crews and claim defensibility. 




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Technical Tip Tuesday -The First 10 Minutes: How Technicians Establish Control on CAT Loss Sites
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The First 10 Minutes: How Technicians Establish Control on CAT Loss Sites

John Reasoner shares why safety and structural stabilization come before any inspection, unloading, or equipment setup during CAT response.
Kayla McGowan
Kayla McGowan
February 17, 2026
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In this week’s Technical Tip Tuesday, John Reasoner breaks down why the first 10 minutes of a CAT loss are unpredictable, and how technicians can quickly control, stabilize, and protect the team and occupants before any restoration work ever begins.


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Ask the Expert Q&A: Integrating Passive Housing into Post Disaster Restoration
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Integrating Passive Housing into Post Disaster Restoration

Bill Shadid of Aeroseal shares insights on airtightness, duct sealing, and IAQ that speed up rebuilds without added costs
Kayla McGowan
Kayla McGowan
February 16, 2026
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In this Q&A with Bill Shadid of Aeroseal, we discuss how restoration professionals can integrate passive house principles into post-disaster restoration without sacrificing speed, cost, comfort, or health. 



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Documentation Training: The Difference Between Disaster Response and Defensible Recovery

Why documentation discipline, not equipment, determines your financial success after a catastrophic event
Mike Allred
Mike Allred
February 9, 2026
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During catastrophic events, the success of restoration isn’t measured by how fast your crews mobilize, but how well the work is documented and can be defended months or even years later.


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JRCC Team on Christmas day in the snow responding to disasters

How Restoration Teams Can Prepare for Holiday Emergencies and Support Their Teams

Ben Justesen
Ben Justesen
December 19, 2025
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Here’s how restoration leaders can prepare for the holiday emergencies with key strategies that prioritize your people and performance. 


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Ask The Expert: How CAT Response Is Evolving for 2026 Disaster Seasons
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How CAT Response Is Evolving for 2026 Disaster Seasons

Carmen Coleman shares her insights on tech, climate trends and preparedness strategies
Kayla McGowan
Kayla McGowan
December 10, 2025
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Carmen Coleman of ServiceMaster explains how technology, data and proactive planning are reshaping the way we respond to CAT events like hurricanes, fires and other major disasters.




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Responding to the Milwaukee Flood: A Testament to Preparedness and Community Service

The Milwaukee Flood of 2025 Sparks Massive Restoration Response Across Southeastern Wisconsin
Tim Guilette
Tim Guilette
October 17, 2025
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Following the August 9th flood, restoration teams across Wisconsin mobilized rapidly to tend to thousands of losses, showcasing their leadership, preparedness and community impact.


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Ask The Expert: Disaster Response, Community Impact and Restoration Leadership
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Disaster Response, Community Impact and Restoration Leadership

Rinea Blanchard shares lessons from large-scale disaster recovery and building a resilient restoration business
Kayla McGowan
Kayla McGowan
October 6, 2025
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Superior Contract Cleaning’s Rinea Blanchard shares her insights on hurricane recovery, flood response and the power of preparedness in restoration.




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Q&A: Norris Gearhart on Preparing for the Next Public Health Crisis
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Norris Gearhart on Preparing for the Next Public Health Crisis

Kayla McGowan
Kayla McGowan
September 25, 2025
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Norris Gearhart discusses how the restoration industry can better prepare for future public health crises through science backed education, accountability and proper processes and procedures. 


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