Catastrophe Restoration - Articles - Page 17 | Restoration & Remediation Magazine

Chasing Storm Work: Should I Stay or Should I Go?

July 15, 2019

In another life, both Chris (a rock star) and Paul (a writer) must have been restorers. How else could they have nailed what we go through when we go on the road?

Interstate Restoration Ready for Mother Nature’s Worst

July 12, 2019

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Interstate Restoration is rapidly moving resources into Louisiana with expectations of severe flooding from Tropical Storm Barry.

How to Deploy Effective Hurricane Restoration Efforts

As hurricane season approaches, restoration and remediation professionals should brush up on proper techniques for effective disinfection and decontamination of water-damaged interiors.

John Alvarez Josh Trowman

July 11, 2019

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Hurricanes often leave behind some major damage. High winds, storm surges and battering waves can result in the destruction of homes and buildings, road and bridge damage, the erosion of coastlines, major flooding and loss of life.

The Difference between Structure Fire Smoke and Wildfire Smoke

Protecting your team from harmful VOCs released during fires.

Michelle Blevins

July 2, 2019

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Restoration contractors aren’t usually faced with the immediate, thick smoke, but dangers still remain after the fire is out – whether it’s dealing with structural damage from a large house fire, or smoke odor removal following a wildfire.

Canada's Wildfire Season Off to Ferocious Start

June 17, 2019

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At one point, the Chuckegg Creek Fire was nearly the size of Rhode Island.

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Rising From the Ashes: Wildfire Smoke and Ash Cleaning for 5 School Districts

Bill Hatch

June 4, 2019

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2018 was a historic year for ASR Property Restoration, not only in growth, but it was also the year that we became experts in cleaning schools after wildfires, and became heroes to our local school districts, the parents, and our community. ASR Property Restoration, with a full-time staff of 70 people who were already busy, restored, cleaned, deodorized, and set equipment in over 50 schools from two separate wildfires in our county.

Disasters Happen Everywhere

Scaling your restoration company to respond to localized catastrophes.

Michelle Blevins

June 1, 2019

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Disasters happen everywhere, and can send any restoration company into high gear. While it’s obviously impossible (and unnecessary) for every company to have a CAT team, it is helpful to know how to scale up your restoration company in case there is a sudden influx in business.

Video: Ask Annissa | Are you Prepared for a CAT Loss event?

May 10, 2019

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Annissa gives us the ol' switcheroo this week and ask YOU the question: Are you prepared to respond?

Delta Disaster Services Rebrands as Delta Restoration Services

Nationally Recognized Property Restoration Franchise Changes Name as it Continues Major Growth Phase

May 7, 2019

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Delta Disaster Services, a nationally recognized and award-winning franchise brand that provides restoration services to residential and commercial properties, has rebranded as Delta Restoration Services.

California Cities Devastated by Wildfires Grappling with Contaminated Water

April 29, 2019

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Soaring temperatures from the wildfires melted the PVC water pipes buried underground, causing the plastic to leech chemicals into the water and leaving the cities facing a complicated and expensive repair.