Articles by Kayla McGowan

Learn how SPAR is advancing vendor partnerships, security, standards, technology, and accountability in the restoration industry.

Learn about the future of fire restoration, including assessment, decontamination, cleaning, worker safety, testing, verification, and contents restoration on this episode of Ask The Expert. 

Learn how technology impacts fire losses and how it helps restorers improve their accuracy, communicate, and build trust with their customers. 

Here’s how restorers can build stronger plumbing partnerships through consistent follow up, building trust, timing, and a service-first approach. 

Nelson Higgins of DocuSketch shares how fragmented processes lead to delayed payments, lost equipment, dissatisfied customers, and operational disruptions. 

On this episode of Ask The Expert, Kevin and Annissa Coy discuss fire and contents restoration, contamination, testing, and third-party assessments. 

Learn how thorough documentation and clear communication help restorers support their estimates, prevent project delays, and reduce claims disputes in fire restoration. 

Learn how AccuGuard’s Mobile LabTM is bringing onsite asbestos testing to jobsites, reducing turnaround times, and accelerating the claims and recovery process for restorers, carriers, and customers. 

As restorers, are we doing enough to address wildfire smoke contamination? California introduced new legislation that addresses testing, remediation, and insurance claims.

Mike Allred of Helixco shares what surprised him about The Experience, the value of connecting with cleaners and restorers, and why restorers and cleaners should attend this event.