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Cleaning for Health: Material Science and Best Practices for Restoration Professionals

Research shows that cleaning removes 80-90% of contaminants. Here’s why it matters for yours and your customers’ safety
Emily Dodds
Emily Dodds
December 24, 2025
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Cleaning, not just disinfection, is the key to reducing exposure and achieving true results in the restoration industry. 


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Why the Restoration Industry Must Refocus on Cleaning and Remove the Chemical Crutch

Industry standards warn against us replacing proper cleaning with biocide misuse. Here’s why.
Branden Adams
Branden Adams
December 23, 2025
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Here’s why leaning on chemicals instead of cleaning is risky, ineffective and violates restoration best practices. 


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Weekly Hands-On How-To: How to Clean Hard Surfaces with a Rotary Extraction Tool
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How to Clean Hard Surfaces with a Rotary Extraction Tool

Step-by-step guide for deep cleaning tile, grout and hard floors without causing damage
The KnowHow Team
December 22, 2025
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Learn how to prepare, operate and maintain a rotary extraction tool for flawless hard surface cleaning.




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HydraMaster New TITAN 375

HydraMaster Introduces the TITAN 375 Truckmount – Serious Performance at a Sensible Price

New TITAN 375 delivers more power, higher PSI, and quicker drying for carpet and hard surfaces
November 21, 2025
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HydraMaster introduces the TITAN 375, a compact truckmount with advanced features for faster drying, higher heat and superior cleaning performance.


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Ask the Expert: The Hidden Health Impacts of Indoor Air Quality with Dr. Iyad Al-Attar
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The Hidden Health Impacts of Indoor Air Quality with Dr. Iyad Al-Attar

Dr. Iyad Al-Attar shares how indoor air pollutants affect health, filtration systems and more
Kayla McGowan
Kayla McGowan
November 14, 2025
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Dr. Iyad Al-Attar reveals how indoor air quality silently influences health, building safety and what restoration pros need to know.



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Pudu Robotics to Showcase its Latest Suite of Indoor & Outdoor Robotic Sweepers and Vacuums at ISSA Show North America 2025

November 10, 2025
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Pudu Robotics offers a comprehensive range of autonomous solutions to help organizations overcome labor shortages, rising costs, and strict hygiene and safety standards while supporting continuous 24/7 operations.


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The Natural® by Chem-Dry® certified EPA Safer Choice

Chem-Dry’s The Natural® Earns EPA Safer Choice Label for Safety, Sustainability and Performance
October 27, 2025
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Chem-Dry’s core cleaning solution now meets EPA standards for health, safety and environmental impact.


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Tear gas

Tear Gas: Job Hazard Analysis, Testing and Jobsite Safety

Tear Gas Remediation Requires Specialized Contracts, Safety Protocols and Regulatory Compliance
Patrick Moffett
Patrick Moffett
October 9, 2025
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Remediating tear gas contamination indoors demands expert hazard assessment, strict safety standards and customized contracts to protect workers and property owners.


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New Standard Published: ANSI/IICRC S410 Standard for Professional Cleaning of the Built Environment for Infection Prevention and Control

New ANSI/IICRC S410 Standard sets infection control protocols for cleaning the built environment
September 30, 2025
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The IICRC releases the ANSI/IICRC S410 Standard for professional cleaning of the built environment for infection prevention and control.


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Q&A: Norris Gearhart on Preparing for the Next Public Health Crisis
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Norris Gearhart on Preparing for the Next Public Health Crisis

Kayla McGowan
Kayla McGowan
September 25, 2025
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Norris Gearhart discusses how the restoration industry can better prepare for future public health crises through science backed education, accountability and proper processes and procedures. 


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