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HHI, IICRC Suggest Post-Remediation Verification

December 11, 2013

The Healthy House Institute and the IICRC recommend that post remediation verification, or PRV, be completed following a mold remediation job to ensure that all work was done correctly.

ICC Restoration & Cleaning Services Named Finalist for BBB’s 2013 Torch Award

Out of 315 Nominations for Award, ICC Named One of 12 Finalists

December 10, 2013

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ICC Restoration & Cleaning Services was one of 12 finalists named for the 2013 Torch Awards for Ethics presented by the Better Business Bureau of Minnesota and North Dakota, according to a press release.

IICRC S500 Draft Now Available for Second Round of Public Review

This second round began Dec. 6, 2013 and will conclude on Jan. 20, 2014.

December 6, 2013

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The Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC) has announced that the revised draft of S500 is now available for a second round of public review and comment, according to a press release.

Paul Davis National Launches First Priority Program

There is no cost to participate in the First Priority® program

December 5, 2013

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Paul Davis National has launched the First Priority® Program, a highly-specialized program for businesses of all sizes to receive preferred status in the event of a disaster and to reduce business interruption, according to a press release.

IICRCA Reopens Nominations for 2013-14 Board of Directors

Nominations for the seven open seats will be accepted through Dec. 10, 2013.

December 4, 2013

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The International Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Council of Association (IICRCA) today announced it will reopen nominations for its 2013-2014 IICRCA Board of Directors, according to a press release.

ServiceMaster Names Tim Haynes CIO, Senior VP

Haynes joined ServiceMaster in 2012 as vice president and IT business partner

December 4, 2013

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The ServiceMaster Company has announced that Tim Haynes has been promoted to senior vice president and CIO, effective immediately, according to a press release. He will report to ServiceMaster Chief Executive Officer Robert Gillette.

Mid-November Midwest Storms Called “Worst in a Century”

Damage estimates likely to be around $1 billion

November 25, 2013

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The strong storms that ripped through the Midwest November 16-18 are being called the worst in 100 years and damage is likely to be in the $1 billion range, according to a story on NBC News.

Severe Weather Rips Midwest

Several tornadoes touched down in Illinois, Indiana and Kentucky

November 18, 2013

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Severe storms ripped the midwest over the weekend, killing at least six people, injuring dozens more and leaving hundreds of thousands without power, according to a story from USA Today.

Rutgers Researchers Say Mold Can Lead to Parkinson’s-Like Symptoms

The Rutgers study exposed fruit flies to various chemicals emitted by molds

November 13, 2013

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According to a Nov. 11 story on NJ.com, Rutgers researchers have found that fruit flies exposed to mold came down with symptoms that are similar to Parkinson’s Disease, a breakthrough discovery in the potential health issues that may be caused by mold exposure.

FutureView 2014 Conference Announces Dave Harrison as Speaker/Presenter

Harrison has conducted educational events for contractors, consultants and property owners across North America

November 11, 2013

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EagleView Technologies, Inc., a leading technology provider of aerial imagery, data analytics and GIS solutions, announced that home improvement industry expert Dave Harrison will present at the company’s 2014 FutureView Conference, February 9-12, 2014 in San Antonio, Texas at the Marriott Rivercenter Hotel, according to a press release.