Since its inception, the RIA Advocacy and Government Affairs (AGA) Committee has been moving forward like a freight train. Month after month this movement gains momentum in a way that is unprecedented in the property repair industry.

The Restoration Industry Association’s (RIA) Advocacy and Government Affairs (AGA) committee recently accomplished two different objectives that will help push the industry forward.

If restoration companies are unwilling to unite, advocate for sustainable claims practices and take a proactive approach with insurance carrier claims policies, then the restoration industry, at least as we know it, could cease to exist within a decade. 

These words were given to my dad in the early 80’s after going from job to job of trying to build a career in food route sales.

Annissa addresses a few variables to take into consideration when estimating contents jobs.

Welcome to my {mostly} annual restoration trends update. I have spent more than 30 years working in the restoration industry which gives me a relevant perspective on the business of restoration. The following list is meant to help restoration contractors assess their business strategies – and just be an overall interesting read. I believe these issues will be the top drivers of change, not only in 2019, but into the future.