Restoration & Remediation Magazine

Brenton Point Capital Partners Announces Partnership with Merit Restorations

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 15:45:00 -0400

The partnership will support the company’s continued growth across Virginia, West Virginia and Texas, while preserving the local relationships and operational approach that have contributed to its success.

Avoiding Common Ultrasonic Cleaning Mistakes in Contents Restoration

Tue, 16 Jun 2026 10:00:00 -0400

Best practices for ultrasonic cleaning include packing out contents, which includes material sorting, temperature control, and avoiding common mistakes.

AI, Deadlines, and Coffee with Jeff Cross

Tue, 16 Jun 2026 09:30:00 -0400

Jeff Cross and Kayla McGowan discuss AI, deadlines, industry collaboration, and the role they play in the media.

New ServiceForge survey highlights growing demand for human engagement in customer service interactions

Tue, 16 Jun 2026 08:41:22 -0400

A new ServiceForge survey found consumers prefer speaking with a real person over AI when contacting home service businesses, citing trust, empathy, loyalty and better problem resolution as key factors.

Honoring Dennis Blake and His Accomplishments in Flooring and Restoration

Mon, 15 Jun 2026 16:00:00 -0400

The industry leader helped advance both flooring and restoration through his involvement in the World Floor Covering Association and his work with Disaster Kleenup International (DKI).

Building Systems That Perform Before, During, and After a Hurricane

Mon, 15 Jun 2026 13:00:00 -0400

Here’s how restorers can improve their hurricane response through communication, operational planning, documentation, and recovery strategies.

PuroClean Targets Expansion in El Paso Amid Growing Demand for Restoration Services

Mon, 15 Jun 2026 12:53:39 -0400

PuroClean is expanding its franchise development efforts in El Paso, Texas, where recurring flood, wildfire, and property damage risks continue to drive demand for restoration and remediation services.

How Restoration Companies Should Use Paid Ads to Scale Smarter

Mon, 15 Jun 2026 09:30:00 -0400

Here’s how restorers can use their pad ads to strategically generate leads, improve their ROI, and scale their marketing without blowing their budget.

Neighborly Launches Redesigned AI-Powered App to Simplify Home Service Management

Mon, 15 Jun 2026 07:41:30 -0400

Neighborly launches a redesigned app that helps homeowners and renters manage home maintenance, book trusted service professionals, organize records, and receive personalized reminders through an AI-powered platform.

Brandon Burton Launches Burton Indoor Environmental Consulting (BIEC)

Mon, 15 Jun 2026 06:59:46 -0400

After more than three decades in restoration, training, and standards development, Brandon Burton launches Burton Indoor Environmental Consulting full-time, focusing on technical consulting, expert testimony, and industry advocacy.

Taking Care of Yourself in the Cleaning & Restoration Industry – Part 3

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 09:00:00 -0400

Learn how you as a restoration professional can balance your career growth, personal well-being, and your family all while you navigate the high demand of the restoration industry.

Guardian Restoration Group of Georgia Celebrates Grand Opening of New Covington Headquarters

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 04:48:11 -0400

Guardian Restoration Group of Georgia announces the opening of their new headquarters in Covington, Georgia, a milestone that supports the company’s continued expansion and commitment to serving property owners throughout the region.

Gale Associates, Inc. Receives the 2026 Wage Equity Impact Award

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 14:45:14 -0400

Gale Associates receives the 2026 Wage Equity Impact Award from the Boston Women’s Workforce Council, recognizing the company’s commitment to understanding and addressing gender and racial wage disparities through data-driven workforce initiatives.

Using Science, Critical Thinking, and Care in Cleaning & Restoration

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 09:30:00 -0400

Emily Dodds of Immaculate Collective chats about material science, education, her upcoming session at The Experience in Las Vegas on September 11, and critical thinking.

Can Wildfire-Contaminated Hardwood Floors be Cleaned, Refinished, or Do They Need to be Replaced?

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 15:00:00 -0400

Learn how wildfire ash, soot, smoke, and heavy metals affect hardwood floors and when restorers should refinish, clean, or replace.

Restoration Business Leadership, Growth, and Culture

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 10:30:00 -0400

PuroClean’s Margaret Chebat and Melissa Wittig discuss women in restoration, operational leadership, franchise growth, and the evolution of the restoration industry.

Containment and Environmental Control: Why Removal Alone is Not Enough

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 14:00:00 -0400

Learn how negative air, HVAC isolation, containment, and environmental controls prevent contamination from spreading during remediation.

Improving Contents and Packouts through Better Site Assessments

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 10:00:00 -0400

Here are contents and packout assessment strategies that restorers need to follow including evaluation, event zones, and planning techniques that improve project outcomes.

The Landlord's Dilemma: How Restorers Can Help Navigate Storm Recovery Challenges

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 14:00:00 -0400

Learn how restorers can help support landlords after hurricane and storm damage through clear communication, tenant management, documentation, and planning.

Second-Generation Leadership in Restoration Requires More than Inheriting the Business

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 09:00:00 -0400

Learn how second-generation leaders in the restoration industry can navigate their succession, operations, challenges, and long-term business growth.

Romexterra Restoration Names Jason Yoder as Chief Executive Officer

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 05:01:32 -0400

Romexterra Restoration appoints Jason Yoder as its Chief Executive Officer, positioning the company for continued growth while strengthening operations, service capacity, and restoration leadership across the Chicagoland market.

Advocacy, Bourbon, and Breaking Industry Myths

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 09:30:00 -0400

On this episode of TradeTalks: Unlocking The Experience, IICRC’s Robbie Bradshaw shares how advocacy became his mission, why responsibility and accountability drive his work, and a hobby many don’t know about.

Mold Jobs Without Estimates Converted 36% Worse for Restoration Companies

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 11:00:00 -0400

Learn how gaps in your follow-up, delayed estimates, and operational bottlenecks can impact mold remediation job conversion rates for restoration companies.

Prep for National Safety Month with CCP Direct

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 10:24:08 -0400

National Safety Month hits a major milestone its 30th anniversary, and CCP Direct is highlighting the importance of workplace safety, personal protective equipment, and heat illness prevention for workers across a variety of industries.

Breaking Down the TPA vs. No TPA Debate

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 09:30:00 -0400

Nate Cisney of Restoration Made Simple shares TPA vs non-TPA work, how it affects your operations, profitability, diversifying your work, and long-term growth for restorers.

Gale Associates, Inc. Leads Historic Restoration of Barnstable Superior Courthouse

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 06:42:18 -0400

Gale Associates is leading the evaluation, design, and construction administration for the $7 million restoration of the historic Barnstable Superior Courthouse, a nearly 200-year-old landmark on Cape Cod.

Why Labeling and Inventory Accuracy Matter in Contents and Packouts

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 11:00:00 -0400

Successful contents packouts start long before items leave the property. Learn how proper preparation, accurate labeling, and reliable inventory systems help restoration teams improve efficiency and accountability.

Why Your Restoration Marketing Isn’t Converting, and How to Fix It

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 16:30:00 -0400

Here’s how restoration companies can improve their lead conversion with three important variables, faster response times, simple websites, and clear and consistent follow-up systems.

Cooper Graves Industrial Acquires Rights to Established Specialty Construction Product Portfolio

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 13:14:54 -0400

Cooper Graves Industrial acquires the LumberKote®, BaseKote®, Fusion®, LumberKleen®, and Xtract® product lines, expanding its portfolio of solutions serving foundation repair, crawl space, waterproofing, and moisture management professionals.

The 2026 R&R Trailblazer Award Nominations are now open!

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 10:00:00 -0400

The R&R Trailblazer Award celebrates restoration professionals who are 35 and under who demonstrate innovation, leadership, commitment, and community impact that helps advance the restoration industry.