Articles by Michelle Blevins

The Impact of Kindness: When Small Gestures Make All the Difference

June 18, 2015

Contractor Connection came and went so quickly -- and mine was dotted with wonderful, yet small interactions that truly left their mark on my trip.

Restoration with a side of Roofing

Ice dams lead to major damage inside Michigan home

Michelle Blevins

June 4, 2015

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Jeff Petrucci has been a roofing contractor for more than 20 years. Seven years ago, he decided to transition into insurance restoration work, mainly dealing with flooding.

Michelle Blevins

May 11, 2015

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RIA keynote speaker talks about creating a clear vision for the future of your business.

Stop Using the “Drink Test” for Water Loss Classification

Vince Scarfo Lead Government Affairs Advocacy

The Restoration Industry Association Appoints Vince Scarfo to Lead Government Affairs Advocacy

Asbestos 101: What Restorers Need to Know About Testing, Work Practices, and Compliance

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