Articles by Kayla McGowan

Cotality’s Jamie Knippen shares how wildfire risk data, technology, and conflagration insights can help restorers prepare for fire losses. 

Here’s how restorers can avoid common documentation mistakes during a fire loss and build stronger files that support their scope, estimates, and work they completed. 

Hear from Violand Management Associates on how restorers can prepare for 2027 with strategic planning, stronger financials, leadership, and diversifying their sales. 

Wildfires and fire losses are evolving and changing CAT response for restorers. October is designed to shed light on training, safety, and education ahead of their next fire job.  

Here are key holiday cleaning tips for commercial properties. They include high-traffic areas, disinfecting, deep cleaning, and property damage risks.

Verisk’s market data from Q1 of 2026 reveals claims stats, CAT trends, labor, pricing, and key indicators restorers should monitor. 

David Gavilanes shares how restorers can properly prepare for fire response with hazard assessments, PPE, communication, community education, and partnerships.

On this episode of Ask The Expert, learn why deodorization, hidden contamination, coatings, and customer communication are critical in fire restoration. 

Meet Nate Judy, R&R’s 2026 Trailblazer Award winner, recognized for his servant leadership, industry advocacy, innovation, and advancing the future of restoration. 

Meet Meredith Truitt, R&R’s 2026 Women in Restoration Award Winner. She’s recognized for her mentorship, leadership, and impact on the restoration industry.