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Neighborly®, the world’s largest home services company, proudly announces that all 19 of its North American brands have been recognized in Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500®. This historic achievement highlights the dedication and success of Neighborly’s franchise owners.

Helixco Welcomes Industry Icon Greg Dillon as COO and Partner, Ushering in a New Era of Innovation and Excellence in Restoration and Commercial Mitigation.

Albi's exceptional workplace culture, innovation, and growth earn it a top spot in Built In's annual awards, highlighting the company's commitment to excellence and employee satisfaction.

The Institutes’ leadership has reviewed and discussed two proposed fire restoration standards, ultimately endorsing the S700 standard to streamline practices and reduce confusion in the property restoration market. Discover how existing protocols and organizations play a crucial role in assessment, testing and remediation for fire and smoke damage claims.

KnowHow, the premier AI knowledge platform for restoration professionals, has announced an exciting partnership with Safety Express, a top-tier solutions provider for Canada’s restoration, abatement and cleaning contractors. This alliance merges the expertise of two industry giants to provide unmatched value, enhancing onboarding, knowledge transfer and customer support through cutting-edge AI technology. 

National Response Team (NRT) acquires Ovation Restoration, a premier construction company, strengthening its disaster recovery and restoration services in the Vancouver, WA, and Portland, OR regions. This move enhances NRT’s capabilities and solidifies its position as an industry leader

As part of a planned succession, Timothy E. Hull, CR. has assumed full ownership of Violand Management Associates. Founder and previous owner Chuck Violand will continue to actively serve on behalf of Violand Management to ensure continuity, growth, and further success for clients and the company. 

Join Associated Builders and Contractors as they commemorate 75 years of building dreams and shaping communities. The celebrations kick off at the ABC Convention 2025 in Las Vegas, honoring the industry's leaders and showcasing outstanding achievements. Don't miss out on this milestone event filled with educational sessions, keynote speeches and networking opportunities.

The Institute of Inspection, Cleaning, and Restoration Certification (IICRC) has released the ANSI/IICRC S700 Standard, providing comprehensive guidelines for assessing and restoring fire and smoke damage. This new standard aims to enhance transparency, consistency, and quality within the restoration industry.