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Items Tagged with 'IICRC Standards'

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Stop Using the “Drink Test” for Water Loss Classification

Water damage categories are about contamination, not whether you’d drink it or not.
Lorne McIntyre
Lorne McIntyre CR
January 5, 2026
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The ANSI/IICRC S500 Standard doesn’t rely on whether you’d drink the water or not. Learn about the real factors that define Category 1, 2, and 3, and why the “drink test” can cost you. 


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Call for Members: Revision of ANSI/IICRC S700 Fire and Smoke Damage Restoration Standard

The IICRC seeks volunteers for S700 revision to include wildfire restoration and updated best practices
December 26, 2025
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The IICRC invites industry professionals to join the revision of the ANSI/IICRC S700 Standard for Fire and Smoke Damage Restoration.

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Cleaning for Health: Material Science and Best Practices for Restoration Professionals

Research shows that cleaning removes 80-90% of contaminants. Here’s why it matters for yours and your customers’ safety
Emily Dodds
Emily Dodds
December 24, 2025
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Cleaning, not just disinfection, is the key to reducing exposure and achieving true results in the restoration industry. 


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Why the Restoration Industry Must Refocus on Cleaning and Remove the Chemical Crutch

Industry standards warn against us replacing proper cleaning with biocide misuse. Here’s why.
Branden Adams
Branden Adams
December 23, 2025
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Here’s why leaning on chemicals instead of cleaning is risky, ineffective and violates restoration best practices. 


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The ANSI/IICRC S520 Mold Remediation Standard Included in 2026 NDAA for Military Housing Guidelines

Congress Cites ANSI/IICRC S520 in NDAA to Ensure Safe Mold Remediation for Service Members
December 10, 2025
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The 2026 NDAA mandates mold remediation guidelines for military housing based on the ANSI/IICRC S520 Standard.

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How to Detect and Dry Water Trapped Between Ceramic Floor Tile, Thinset and Concrete Slab

Learn how to assess, map and dry ceramic tile flooring using proven restoration techniques
Patrick Moffett
Patrick Moffett
December 1, 2025
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Water trapped under ceramic tile can cause hidden damage. This guide explains how to detect, document and drying flooring systems efficiently and effectively.


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black smoke

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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Mold Remediation Resources & Field Strategies
Ask the Expert

Mold Remediation Resources & Field Strategies

Industry leaders share practical tools, communication protocols and field-tested strategies to help mold remediation teams succeed
Kayla McGowan
Kayla McGowan
October 22, 2025
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In this special part two episode of Ask The Expert, we focus on the resources for our field teams for mold remediation. 




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LearnToRestore.com Announces “Flood House” Training Facility in Salt Lake City

LearnToRestore.com Builds New Flood House to Advance Hands-On Restoration Training in Salt Lake City
October 14, 2025
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LearnToRestore.com unveils its new Flood House training facility, offering immersive water damage restoration education aligned with IICRC standards.


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sink overflowing

Hidden Risk: Understanding Category 1 Water Damage That Turns Toxic

Why Category 1 Water Damage Can Quickly Turn Toxic Without Fast, Informed Action
Alex Panasyuk
Alex Panasyuk
October 14, 2025
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Category 1 water damage may start “clean,” bit without the proper response, it can escalate into a toxic, costly and liability-filled challenge for restoration contractors.


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