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ozone v hydroxyl

The Ozone vs. Hydroxyl Debate

Which do you prefer for odor removal?
Michelle Blevins
Michelle Blevins
January 12, 2017
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Odor removal is a critical part of almost any restoration job. There are a variety of options available from masking agents to foggers to ozone and hydroxyl generators, and so on.


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Hoarding kitchen after fire

The Triple Threat: Fire, Hoarding & Biohazard Cleanup

Michelle Blevins
Michelle Blevins
January 10, 2017
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On a warm, sunny day back in June, I had the opportunity to check out some job sites with SunGlo Services Operations Manager Bob Graham. SunGlo is a large restoration company based in the Metro Detroit area.


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best of 2016

R&R's Most Popular Articles, Columns & Videos from 2016

Michelle Blevins
Michelle Blevins
December 26, 2016
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Let's take a journey back through the most popular R&R content from 2016!


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R&R Year in Review

2016 Restoration Industry Year in Review

Innovations, services, headlines & more impacting our industry in 2016
Michelle Blevins
Michelle Blevins
December 17, 2016
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Take a moment to think back through 2016. What changed in your life this year? What changes did you notice in the community, state, and even world around you? What headlines come to mind? 


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Restoration Roundup: Insurance Fraudsters, the Insurance Landscape, a Mold Lawsuit & More

December 14, 2016
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In this edition of the Restoration Roundup, we're talking mold remediation, mold-sensitized individuals, insurance fraud, asbestos, reconstruction and more.
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Ask Annissa: Should I Clean Pre-Loss Condition or Like-New Condition

Annissa Coy
Annissa Coy
December 14, 2016
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Pre-loss is obviously the correct answer - but is that enough?
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The Importance of Technology in a CAT Loss

The Importance of Technology in a CAT Loss

Lessons from 2016 Disasters
Kris Rzesnoski
November 30, 2016
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In May 2016, the massive Fort McMurray wildfire that forced more than 80,000 people from their homes was dubbed the costliest disaster for insurers in Canadian history.  With tens of thousands of personal, commercial and auto claims, the devastation took months to document and the re-build will be underway for some time to come.


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Is non-destructive cleaning critical?

Is Non-Destructive Cleaning Critical?

Exploring the benefits of soda blasting.
Brian Waple
November 10, 2016
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In the world of restoration, two of the most difficult jobs are fire and mold remediation. Both of these jobs can be made much simpler and safer by abrasive blasting with baking soda (Sodium Bicarbonate).


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Understanding the Restoration Client: Emotions, Expectations, & Keeping the Job Sold

Martin Woods
October 20, 2016
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Managed properly, you can be a hero but if you forget for even a minute that you are dealing with emotionally frayed people, watch out. All the anger they feel due to their loss will be focused on you like a laser beam.
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Four Steps for Better Success: A Look Inside Rainbow International's SureStart Franchisee Training

April Scarlett
October 20, 2016
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Training at Rainbow has four components, including online training, technical (IICRC) training, business training, and the field training partner program.
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