Ask the Expert Estimating to Close: Strategies for Faster, Smarter Claims Resolution How Elkmont Estimates helps restoration professionals close claims faster with accuracy and consistency Kayla McGowan July 2, 2025 No Comments Tess Huge and Todd Watkins share how expert estimating can help streamline your claims process and boost carrier confidence. Read More
Addressing the Hidden Dangers of Hoarding with Rebecca Serratos Rebecca Serratos July 1, 2025 No Comments Learn about the health, safety and emotional risks of hoarding and how restoration professionals can respond with care and compassion.Read More
How Much Water Causes Water Damage? Even a small leak can cause thousands of dollars in damages. Here’s what you need to know and share. Rinea Blanchard June 30, 2025 No Comments Water damage doesn’t take a flood; it just takes a few inches of water. It can destroy floors, walls and more in under 72 hours.Read More
Weekly Hands-on How-To powered by KnowHow How to Clean, Maintain, and Troubleshoot Air Scrubbers Keep your air scrubbers running efficiently with this step-by-step maintenance and troubleshooting guide The KnowHow Team June 27, 2025 No Comments Learn how to clean, maintain and troubleshoot air scrubbers to extend equipment life and protect air quality on every job.Read More
Holding On to What Counts: Preparing for Hurricanes with Heart and Strategy Protect your home and what makes it one with expert hurricane tips from Stefan Figley Kayla McGowan June 27, 2025 No Comments Stefan Figley of 1-800-Packouts shares his heartfelt, practical advice to help homeowners to prepare for hurricane season and protect what matters most. Read More
Beyond the Sale: Observations on Ownership, Identity and Change An inside look at identity shifts, challenges and realities owners face after selling their business Les Cunningham June 26, 2025 No Comments Selling a business changes more than ownership, it reshapes identity, control and the culture left behind.Read More
Ask the Expert Revolutionizing Contents Restoration: How AI is Reshaping Estimating and Inventory Discover how AI is streamlining contents restoration and boosting profitability across the industry. Kayla McGowan June 25, 2025 No Comments Jason Krohn and Chad Holland explore how AI is reshaping contents restoration, from faster inventories to smarter estimates.Read More
Protecting Customer Data: Cybersecurity Tips for Restoration Pros Restoration pros handle sensitive data. Here’s how to keep it safe from cyber threats. Tyler Owen June 24, 2025 No Comments From ransomware to phishing, restoration pros face growing cyber risks. Learn how to protect your clients and your business.Read More
To CAT or not to CAT? Who Should Stay Home Storm work isn’t for everyone. Here’s how to know if your restoration business is truly ready for catastrophe response. Klark Brown June 23, 2025 No Comments Klark Brown breaks down why chasing catastrophe (CAT) work can make or break your restoration business and how to know if you’re ready. Read More
Ask the Expert How Tech Is Transforming Fire Restoration and Documentation Kayla McGowan June 20, 2025 No Comments Discover how fire investigation experts are using cutting-edge technology to streamline restoration and claims. Read More