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Items Tagged with 'customer service'

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Ask Annissa: Questions Homeowners have After a Fire
Ask Annissa

Questions Homeowners have After a Fire

Guidance that restorers can share to help homeowners in their area understand the restoration process and vet the right contractor
Annissa Coy
Annissa Coy
January 29, 2026
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Homeowners often struggle to find and choose a qualified fire restoration company after a loss. Annissa Coy breaks down what proper onboarding looks like, what questions professionals should ask, and how to identify a trained, certified restoration team. 




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ServiceForge releases new report, revealing consumer pushback against AI-driven customer service

Survey shows consumers still prefer real human interaction when contacting local service businesses
January 29, 2026
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ServiceForge’s new research report reveals that while AI can improve speed, most consumers still prefer human interaction, especially when calling local, home‑service providers. The findings highlight how over‑automation can cost contractors leads, trust, and booked jobs.


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Ask the Expert: Building Trust and Awareness with Homeowners in Restoration
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Building Trust and Awareness with Homeowners in Restoration

Why communication, technology, and service define today’s restoration experience
Kayla McGowan
Kayla McGowan
January 23, 2026
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On this episode of Ask the Expert, Holly Baldwin of DocuSketch discusses how restoration companies can build homeowner trust through service, transparency, technology, and stronger partnerships.
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Post-Holiday Home Cleaning Tips to Protect Your Customers

John Ortega
John Ortega
January 22, 2026
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After the holidays, homes face added wear and tear from guests visiting, winter weather, and heavy foot traffic. These practical cleaning and protection tips help restoration professionals educate their customers on maintaining healthier, more resilient homes.


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Ask the Expert Q&A: Safety, Leadership & Restoration Excellence
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Safety, Leadership & Restoration Excellence

Dan Derbes shares How the Navy’s values shape safety, customer care, and innovation for his career in the restoration industry.
Kayla McGowan
Kayla McGowan
January 7, 2026
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Dan Derbes of Lightspeed Restoration shares how his Navy service drives a mission-focused approach to home safety, operational excellence, and customer care.




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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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Closing the Restoration Skills Gap with Training for Tech, AI and Customer Care

Why evolving training models and soft skills are more critical in today’s tech-driven restoration industry
Andrew Dobson
Andrew Dobson
December 18, 2025
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Learn how restoration companies can bridge the soft skills gap with better training, technology adoption and customer-focused communication. 


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Ask the Expert: How Restoration Companies Can Scale for Future Disasters
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How Restoration Companies Can Scale for Future Disasters

Bud Summers shares strategies for growth, technology adoption and mobilizing your resources
Kayla McGowan
Kayla McGowan
December 12, 2025
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Bud Summers of PuroClean shares how restoration companies can prepare for future disasters by leveraging technology, working through workforce solutions and building a strategic plan.




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Ask the Expert: Empathy and Emotional Intelligence Drive Restoration Success
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Empathy and Emotional Intelligence Drive Restoration Success

JoAnn Wiechmann shares strategies for customer care and team culture in restoration
Kayla McGowan
Kayla McGowan
December 3, 2025
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JoAnn Wiechmann of Blue Kangaroo Packoutz explains how empathy and emotional intelligence improve customer experience and strengthen restoration teams.




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Ask the Expert: Leveraging AI and Technology for Growth with Nick D’Urbano of Distance
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Leveraging AI and Technology for Growth with Nick D’Urbano of Distance

From AI-driven call handling to multichannel engagement, discover strategies that elevate customer experience
Kayla McGowan
Kayla McGowan
November 28, 2025
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Learn how restoration companies are using AI and technology to capture more leads, improve conversions and build long-term with expert insights from Nick D’Urbano.




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