Items Tagged with 'industry standards'

The International Code Council’s (ICC) annual Building Safety Month begins this week and continues through May 31.

This article breaks down the science of physical removal in restoration, including techniques, surfactants, and extraction for contamination control.

Industry experts explain why reading regulations, understanding ANSI/IICRC Standards, and using evidence-based training are essential for restoration compliance.

Building Safety Month, an annual public awareness campaign led by the International Code Council (ICC), returns on May 1, 2026, with this year’s theme, “Built to Last.”

Disinfection remains one of the most misunderstood tools in the restoration industry. Emily Dodds breaks down what EPA-registered disinfectants actually do, where they fail, and why cleaning, not chemistry, determines whether projects pass verification and avoid callbacks. 

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. 

Learn about this year’s trends, market growth, technology breakthroughs and advocacy highlights that defined 2025. Plus, see what’s next for 2026. 

Water trapped under ceramic tile can cause hidden damage. This guide explains how to detect, document and drying flooring systems efficiently and effectively.