Articles by Kayla McGowan

Holding On to What Counts: Preparing for Hurricanes with Heart and Strategy

Protect your home and what makes it one with expert hurricane tips from Stefan Figley

June 27, 2025

Stefan Figley of 1-800-Packouts shares his heartfelt, practical advice to help homeowners to prepare for hurricane season and protect what matters most.

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Revolutionizing Contents Restoration: How AI is Reshaping Estimating and Inventory

Discover how AI is streamlining contents restoration and boosting profitability across the industry.

Kayla McGowan

June 25, 2025

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Jason Krohn and Chad Holland explore how AI is reshaping contents restoration, from faster inventories to smarter estimates.

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How Tech Is Transforming Fire Restoration and Documentation

Kayla McGowan

June 20, 2025

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Discover how fire investigation experts are using cutting-edge technology to streamline restoration and claims.

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Weathering the Storm: Expert Water Damage Prevention Tips with John Otero

How to prepare for spring and summer flooding with expert advice from 1-800 WATER DAMAGE.

Kayla McGowan

June 18, 2025

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John Otero shares expert insights on preventing and restoring water damage during storm season.

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Catastrophe Panel – Back to the Basics Part 2

Catastrophe Preparedness: Building Relationships with Your Community and Beyond

Kayla McGowan

June 11, 2025

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In this episode of Ask The Expert, we are tackling catastrophe preparedness, back to the basics part 2.

Digital Transformation in Restoration: Overcoming Roadblocks and Achieving ROI

Unlocking ROI Through Smart Technology Adoption with Jenny Benbrook

Kayla McGowan

June 9, 2025

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Jenny Benbrook shares expert insights on overcoming resistance, customizing FSM tools, and maximizing ROI in restoration.

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Scaling with Purpose: How CRS Grew to 60 Locations in 3 Years

Ashley Taylor shares CRS’s rapid growth and vision for the future of contents restoration

Kayla McGowan

June 6, 2025

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CRS’s Visionary Founder, Ashley Taylor, reveals how strategic focus and specialization fueled their explosive growth.

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CAT Season Strategies: Readiness, Response and Recovery

Kayla McGowan

June 4, 2025

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Discover how Dan Gordon transitioned from a high-pressure corporate career to owning a thriving restoration franchise, achieving work-life balance and making a community impact.

The Hidden Dangers of Mold Toxicity

Kayla McGowan

June 3, 2025

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A hidden mold problem nearly cost AJ Callegan his life, now he and his wife are helping others avoid that same fate.

Turning the Page: A New Era of Trust and Collaboration in Restoration

Kayla McGowan

May 29, 2025

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The restoration and insurance industries have been intertwined for quite some time, but 2025 marks a pivotal shift toward transparency, trust and teamwork. Are you ready to be part of the change?