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Ask Annissa: Best Practices for Handling and Cleaning Contents After a Wildfire
Ask Annissa

Best Practices for Handling and Cleaning Contents After a Wildfire

Expert guidance that restoration professionals can share to help prevent cross-contamination and odor issues
Annissa Coy
Annissa Coy
January 22, 2026
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In this episode of Ask Annissa, she shares best practices for packout, transporting, and cleaning wildfire-contaminated contents. She gives restoration professionals clear, defensible protocols to share with their customers. 




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Ask Annissa: How to Safely Clean Soot-Damaged Books
Ask Annissa

How to Safely Clean Soot-Damaged Books

Annissa Coy provides expert guidance on removing soot and smoke odors from books without causing damage
Annissa Coy
Annissa Coy
January 15, 2026
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After soot damaged a customer’s books in a kitchen fire, an industry professional asked for Annissa’s expert insights on cleaning them safely. See what works and what you should avoid.




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Ask Annissa: Safely Cleaning Smoke-Affected Crystals and Coral
Ask Annissa

Safely Cleaning Smoke-Affected Crystals and Coral

When handling delicates that are smoke damaged, what’s best? Ultrasonic or Manual?
Annissa Coy
Annissa Coy
January 8, 2026
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Have you wondered how you can effectively clean smoke-affected crystals and coral? Annissa Coy shares why client onboarding matters and offers safe, gentle cleaning methods for these specialty items. 



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IICRC, RIA and CIRI Release New Technical Guide for Wildfire Restoration

IICRC, RIA and CIRI Release Technical Guide for Safe Wildfire Restoration

This new guide counters misinformation, offering science-based wildfire restoration practices
December 11, 2025
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IICRC, RIA and CIRI unveil a Technical Guide to restore wildfire-impacted homes using proven, science-based methods.

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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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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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1-800-Packouts

1-800-Packouts offers expert guidance to help homeowners prepare for and recover from fires

As risk levels rise, the leading contents restoration provider equips homeowners with preventative measures and best practices
October 20, 2025
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1-800-Packouts shares expert insight to help households reduce the threat of fire and navigate the recovery process when disaster strikes.


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Ask The Expert: How Wildfire Smoke Impacts Indoor Air Quality
Ask the Expert

How Wildfire Smoke Impacts Indoor Air Quality

Wildfire Smoke and Indoor Air Quality: What Restoration Professionals Need to Know
Kayla McGowan
Kayla McGowan
October 13, 2025
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John Otero of 1-800 WATER DAMAGE shares his insights on the hidden dangers of wildfire smoke and how restoration professionals can help protect the indoor environment. 




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The Dos and Don’ts of Multi-Unit Restoration

How to Manage Complex Multi-Unit Restoration Projects with Standards, Strategy and Communication
Chandler Hill
Chandler Hill
October 2, 2025
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A single sprinkler mishap or fire can disrupt dozens of units. Here’s how you can restore order with precision and care.


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Winning the Battle Against Smoke Odors: A Guide for Fire Restoration Technicians

Why fire odors linger and how to eliminate them with science, standards and a step-by-step strategy
Lorne McIntyre
Lorne McIntyre CR
September 26, 2025
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Odor complaints after fire restoration can often stem from missing the source(s), not mistakes, learn how you and your team can identify and fix them. 


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