Now operating as RARE Restoration by Catchlight Painting, the acquisition brings specialized restoration services into the Catchlight family while maintaining the standards of quality and care that clients have come to expect.
The MidSouth Cleaning and Restoration Association (MCRA) is celebrating its 50th anniversary, marking five decades of service to cleaning and restoration professionals across the Southeast. The milestone will be recognized at MCRA’s March regional meeting with special programming honoring the association’s history and future.
Ripley PR has been named the public relations agency of record for ServiceForge, a provider of customer service software for home service contractors. The partnership will focus on amplifying ServiceForge’s “Keep Service Human” approach as the industry navigates increasing automation.
BluSky Restoration Contractors raise $35,000 through two 2025 fundraising events benefiting the Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Denver. Proceeds from its Clays for a Cause and annual charity golf tournament were formally presented to the organization in January 2026.
PuroClean is celebrating its 25th anniversary by surpassing 500 locations across the U.S. and Canada, a milestone achieved by just 7% of franchise systems nationwide. The achievement reflects decades of franchise-first leadership, private ownership, and sustained investment in people, systems, and communities.
The checklist focuses on practical ways for homeowners to manage moisture, soil accumulation and spills, factors routinely cited as key contributors to premature carpet aging.
TM+ announced the release of TM+ Manager and TM+ Bill, the foundational modules of its cloud-based Time & Materials platform for restoration professionals. Built by industry veterans, the platform emphasizes documentation integrity, defensibility, and contractor accountability in complex T&M environments.
The Restoration Industry Association names Profitable Restorer as its first Affinity Partner of 2026, expanding member access to tools and training designed to improve job profitability and financial clarity. RIA members will receive exclusive discounts on resources tailored to today’s margin‑driven restoration challenges.
Trauma Services closed their year marked with strong organic growth, multiple strategic acquisitions, and expanded geographic reach. Backed by Osceola Capital, the biohazard cleanup provider continues scaling while maintaining a focus on operational excellence and compassionate service.
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.