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Sean M. Scott

Sean M. Scott

Sean is the Author of Secrets of the Insurance Game and The Red Guide to Recovery – Resource Handbook for Disaster Survivors. If you would like more information, please contact Sean Scott at sean@theredguidetorecovery.com or call 858-453-6767.

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How Video Games Can Improve Team Performance

A modern approach that helps you build morale, cohesion, and retention in your restoration business
Sean Scott
Sean M. Scott
Chris Alleyne
Chris Alleyne
January 21, 2026
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Strong teams don’t happen by accident. Learn how cooperative video games can help strengthen cohesion, morale, and performance across restoration companies. 


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Estimate Like a Pro: Why Soft Costs Matter in Restoration Projects

Beyond labor and materials, you must factor in indirect costs for accurate estimates.
Sean Scott
Sean M. Scott
January 9, 2026
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Restoration estimates often overlook the soft costs like insurance, bonds, and management fees. Here’s why these factors matter and how you can include them in Xactimate. 


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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
Sean M. Scott
Briana C. Scott
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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The Importance of Post-Remediation Verification in Fire Restoration

Sean Scott
Sean M. Scott
April 1, 2025
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Protect your reputation and your clients’ well-being by making Post-Remediation Verification (PRV) an essential step in fire restoration. Discover how partnering with Independent Environmental Professionals (IEPs) can safeguard against hidden toxins, lingering odors and legal pitfalls, while delivering results backed by science and proof.


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California Wildfire Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) Concerns

Tackling EHS Challenges During the California Wildfire Restoration Process
Barry Rice
Barry Rice
Sean Scott
Sean M. Scott
January 24, 2025
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As California wildfires continue to wreak havoc, restoration efforts come with unique Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) concerns. From navigating smoke exposure regulations and realtor hazards to adhering to job safety considerations and understanding air quality management, staying informed is crucial for everyone. 


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Cyanide Residues in Fire Damaged Buildings

Sean Scott
Sean M. Scott
March 29, 2024
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For this month’s Restorer’s Digest we learn the depths of cyanide, how it’s generated and the most common materials that release it. 


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Factor Your Insurance Burden into Your Restoration Estimates

Sean Scott
Sean M. Scott
May 17, 2023
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The proper way to calculate insurance burden and effectively recover costs and increase your profit margin.


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Why Supervision is a Must in Every Estimate

Why Supervision is a Must in Every Estimate

Restorer's Digest
Sean Scott
Sean M. Scott
March 22, 2023
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Sean M. Scott highlights the importance of supervision and project management for restoration professionals.


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Keys to Making Your Repair Estimates More Profitable

Sean Scott
Sean M. Scott
February 16, 2023
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Training your staff on the proper estimation process pays for itself with found profits.



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Your Project Manager May Be Killing Your Restoration Business

Your Project Manager May Be Killing Your Restoration Business

Sean Scott
Sean M. Scott
January 19, 2023
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If your repair work is barely profitable, the problem may be your project manager.


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