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Why Fire Smoke Residue May Be as Dangerous as Thirdhand Tobacco Smoke

New research draws alarming parallels between tobacco smoke and toxic residues from structure fires
Sean Scott
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Briana C. Scott
November 3, 2025
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Emerging science reveals that lingering fire smoke residues may pose health risks similar to thirdhand tobacco smoke.


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How Restoration Businesses Build Growth Through Strategy, Culture and People

A strong marketing plan starts with the right team, clear goals and long-term relationship building
Daren Clark
Daren Clark
October 31, 2025
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Daren Clark shares how restoration companies can build their lasting marketing success through strategy, culture and team development. 


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How Military Discipline Fuels This Father-Son Restoration Business
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How Military Discipline Fuels This Father-Son Restoration Business

Military values guide this father-son team as they lead two PuroClean franchises in Iowa
Kayla McGowan
Kayla McGowan
October 30, 2025
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Meet father-son duo, Steven and Adam Feldmann, U.S. military veterans whose leadership and service mindset power their restoration businesses. 



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Mission Critical: How Jamar Plater Helps 150 Thomasville Employees Become Problem Solvers
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How Jamar Plater Helps 150 Thomasville Employees Become Problem Solvers

JaMar Plater shares how Thomasville Restoration has built a values-driven culture that turns every employee to a problem solver
The KnowHow Team
October 30, 2025
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In this month’s KnowHow Mission Critical Series, JaMar Plater shares how Thomasville Restoration scaled trust, transparency and tactical leadership to unite 150 employees around one mission.



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Ask The Expert: How to Launch Software That Sticks: A Human-Centered Approach
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How to Launch Software That Sticks: A Human-Centered Approach

Why understanding human motivation is the real key to successfully implementing new initiatives and rolling out software for restoration businesses
Kayla McGowan
Kayla McGowan
October 29, 2025
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Travis Parker Martin of KnowHow shares how tapping into human psychology helps drive software adoption success in restoration businesses.




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Technical Tip Tuesday: Staying Consistent, Strategy and Scaling
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Staying Consistent, Strategy and Scaling

Consistency in estimating opens doors to help you scale, streamline and support your local restoration network.
Kayla McGowan
Kayla McGowan
October 28, 2025
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Chris Tilkov shares how staying consistent with estimating and processes can help you scale and support your industry peers.



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Weekly Hands-On How-To: How to Set Up and Operate a Spider Box (Portable Power Distribution Center)
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How to Set Up and Operate a Spider Box (Portable Power Distribution Center)

Learn how to power up safely with spider boxes using KnowHow’s step-by-step field guide
The KnowHow Team
October 27, 2025
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Spider boxes simplify temporary power, but without proper setup and testing, they can become a serious safety risk.




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Weekly Hands-On How-To: How to Use Low-Profile Air Movers in Water Damage Restoration
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How to Use Low-Profile Air Movers in Water Damage Restoration

Maximize drying in tight spaces with low-profile air movers and smart placement strategies
The KnowHow Team
October 27, 2025
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Learn how you can deploy low-profile air movers for efficient, code-compliant drying in confined spaces for water restoration.




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Cutting Through the Smell: Why Odor Removal Defines Real Restoration

Why odor removal is the final and most emotional step in restoration
John Ortega
John Ortega
October 24, 2025
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John Ortega explains why eliminating odors is essential to restoring comfort, trust and peace of mind. 


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Why Diversifying Your Training Approach is Crucial for Your Restoration Business

Learn how embracing a diversified training approach builds stronger restoration teams and drives long-term business success
Kayla McGowan
Kayla McGowan
October 23, 2025
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Learn how a diversified training strategy empowers restoration teams to lead, adapt and thrive.


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