Restoration and Remediation Industry News

Catchlight Painting Announces Acquisition of RARE Restoration

February 9, 2026

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.

MidSouth Cleaning and Restoration Association Marks 50 Years of Industry Leadership

Regional association marks five decades of education, ethics, and leadership in cleaning and restoration

February 5, 2026

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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.

ServiceForge Selects Ripley PR as U.S. Agency of Record to Champion Human-First Customer Experience in the Trades

PR partnership supports growth of human‑first customer service software for home services

February 4, 2026

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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 at Charity Event in Denver

BluSky Raises $35K for Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Denver Through 2025 Fundraising Events

Restoration contractor supports local youth programs through charity golf and sporting clays events

February 4, 2026

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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.

Frank Torre and Mark Davis at PuroClean Event

PuroClean Celebrates 25 Years of Record Growth, Surpassing 500 Locations

Restoration franchise reaches rare scale milestone as it enters its 25th year of operation

February 4, 2026

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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.

Amid renewed interest in carpeting, Chem-Dry® reveals checklist for optimal care

The leading carpet and upholstery cleaning franchise highlights common errors that shorten a carpet’s lifespan and offers tips for preservation

February 2, 2026

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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+ Launches Manager and Bill Modules for Defensible Time & Materials Execution

New cloud-based TM+ platform supports disciplined, contractor-controlled T&M documentation and billing

January 30, 2026

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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.

Profitable Restorer Named RIA’s First Affinity Partner of 2026

Partnership delivers new profit‑focused tools and training for restoration contractors

January 30, 2026

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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 Completes 3 Acquisitions and 6 De Novo Office Openings

Trauma Services caps a record year with expansion, acquisitions, and continued investments nationwide

January 30, 2026

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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 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.