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Interstate Restoration's Acquisition of FirstOnSite Creates Industry Giant

Finalized deal creates second largest restoration company in North America

June 7, 2016

As a result of the transaction, Interstate Restoration becomes a company of $300 million annual revenues, with nearly 1,250 employees operating in both countries.

RIA News for June 2016: The Passing of Butch Carpenter, S500 Changes, & Forensic Restoration

June 7, 2016

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The restoration industry has lost one of its trailblazers. Hubert T. Carpenter, known to his friends as Butch, passed away on April 11 2016 in his home in Lincoln (Sacramento), Calif., with his wife Michelle and daughters Nicole and Jaclyn by his side.

Crime Scene Cleanup Certification Course Now Available in Spanish

Courses qualify for two CEC's through IICRC.

June 2, 2016

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Many Spanish-speaking people in the restoration industry have been locked out of this opportunity due to the fact that there was no training and certification available in Spanish.

Contractor Connection Preview: Find a Way 2016

June 2, 2016

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In the insurance restoration and repair industry, it’s tough to find an event as valuable in terms of educational opportunities and networking as the annual Contractor Connection Conference & Expo.

IICRC Names Jim Carfield Winner of 2016 Keith Williams Award

May 26, 2016

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Carfield got his start in the restoration industry more than four decades ago.

Restoration Undercover: AdvantaClean CEO to Appear on Undercover Boss NEXT Season

For one week, Jeff Dudan worked alongside employees to complete routine tasks, including air duct cleaning, mold remediation, and water damage recovery.

May 26, 2016

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Dudan hopes appearance on show will set a higher standard for the brand across its entire franchise system and pave the way for further expansion

DEADLINE APPROACHING! Win a Trip to See Someone You Miss by 1-800-PACK-RAT

Get involved in the second annual #MissYouMay social media contest

May 24, 2016

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Entries are accepted on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram and the entries must tag @1800PACKRAT and use the hashtag #MissYouMay.

Making a Difference for Kids: 1-800-PACK-RAT Supports Red Nose Day

Company mixes fun with raising awareness for a good cause.

May 24, 2016

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Company is encouraging employees to get silly for a good cause.

Your Restoration Coach's Dan Murray Earns New Certification

Murray adds Certified Value Builder designation

May 24, 2016

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Dan has over 35 years of experience in the industry and was one of the founding partners of Canada’s largest Property Loss & Restoration trade-show and conference, the PLR Expo.

IICRC News

May 17, 2016

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IICRC certification continues to be recognized and recommended by name by many major insurance companies, flooring manufacturers and industry trade groups as the premier credentialing program for the inspection, cleaning and restoration industry.

Managing the First 72 Hours of Hurricane Response in Restoration

Restoration crews deploy into a hurricane-damaged neighborhood, unloading equipment and preparing emergency response operations as recovery efforts begin after the storm

Preparing for a CAT Event: What Restoration Contractors Need to Know

Five Tools that are essential for estimating and documentation

Five Essential Tools for Estimating and Documenting Hurricane Damage

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