Restoration and Remediation Industry News

Bright Spark Named an Official Media Partner for The Experience 2026

Tue, 01 Sep 2026 16:15:38 -0400

Bright Spark named an Official Media Partner for The Experience 2026, where the team will interview restoration industry leaders about the trends, challenges and opportunities shaping today's businesses.

FLEET Response Appoints Trace Larsen as Vice President of Operations

Tue, 01 Sep 2026 15:58:50 -0400

FLEET Response appoints Trace Larsen as Vice President of Operations, bringing more than 20 years of restoration, construction, and home services leadership experience to the role.

Microbial Warrior 2.0 Announces October Biohazard Remediation and Fentanyl Decontamination Training

Tue, 01 Sep 2026 07:55:36 -0400

The Microbial Warrior 2.0 Experience will return Oct. 19-24, 2026, in Greenfield, Indiana, with hands-on training led by Master Trainer Jeff Jones.

DocuSketch to Demonstrate Instant Sketch, Scope Walkthrough, and Initial Estimate in a September 9 Live Webinar

Fri, 28 Aug 2026 14:20:00 -0400

For most restoration teams, the work between the first site visit and a completed estimate is spread across separate tools and separate days. These new features are designed to cut down that time, reducing delays for the property owner and the carrier.

Reel Disaster Restoration Rockfish Invitational Set to Bring Restoration's Elite to Kent Narrows This October

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 13:16:23 -0400

The Reel Disaster Restoration Rockfish Invitational will bring restoration professionals together Oct. 5 in Kent Narrows, Maryland, for fishing, networking, and charitable support.

naturalForms and CompanyCam Integrate to Streamline Field Documentation

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 08:00:52 -0400

naturalForms and CompanyCam launch a new integration designed to streamline field documentation for contractors.

HHS Launches Specialized Rapid Response & Restoration Division to Revolutionize Emergency Recovery in Healthcare

Mon, 24 Aug 2026 12:52:52 -0400

HHS launches its Rapid Response & Restoration Division to help healthcare facilities prepare for, respond to, and recover from emergencies.

Klarna and Housecall Pro bring flexible payments to America’s skilled trades

Tue, 18 Aug 2026 08:08:13 -0400

Klarna and Housecall Pro partner to bring flexible payment options to more than 200,000 users on the Housecall Pro platform. Home service professionals can offer their customers options including paying in full, interest-free Pay in 4, and longer-term financing for repairs and improvement projects.

EvoGreen™ All-Purpose Cleaner & Degreaser: The Evolution of Professional-Strength Green Cleaning

Mon, 17 Aug 2026 07:53:48 -0400

Hospeco Brands Group launches EvoGreen All-Purpose Cleaner & Degreaser, the first product of its new line of environmentally responsible cleaning solutions.

magicplan and Elkmont Estimates Partner to Connect Documentation and Estimating

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 19:29:56 -0400

magicplan and Elkmont Estimates announce a partnership designed to create a more connected workflow for restoration contractors, from initial field documentation through estimating and claims closure.

Powerhouse Consulting Group named No. 1002 on the 2026 Inc. 5000 List

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 05:41:51 -0400

Powerhouse Consulting Group ranks No. 1002 on the 2026 Inc. 5000, for the second year in a row on the list of America's fastest-growing private companies.

GreenTec National Launches Boutique Commercial Disaster Restoration from Coast to Coast

Mon, 10 Aug 2026 10:24:40 -0400

GreenTec Restoration launches GreenTec National, a new commercial division designed to bring its relationship-focused restoration services to commercial customers and insurance carriers nationwide.

Helixco Launches Connect, an Emergency Response Profile (ERP) & CRM Built Exclusively for the Restoration Industry

Mon, 10 Aug 2026 07:55:45 -0400

Helixco launches Helixco Connect, a customer relationship management platform built specifically for restoration and reconstruction companies focused on commercial growth.

Extreme Supplies Expands its National Footprint with Launch of Tampa Operation

Fri, 07 Aug 2026 05:51:10 -0400

Extreme Supplies expands their services in Tampa, Florida, expanding its restoration equipment, rental, technical support, and logistics capabilities throughout Florida and the Southeast.

RestoPros Expands Leadership Team with Appointment of Michael McAllister as President

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 07:57:18 -0400

RestoPros appoints Michael McAllister as President, adding more than two decades of home services franchise leadership to its executive team.

Reins to offer alternative equity solutions to CORE Group’s members

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 06:56:34 -0400

Reins partners with CORE Group to provide independent restorers with access to alternative equity and profit-sharing solutions designed to improve employee retention, strengthen succession planning, and build long-term business value.

Industry Leaders Urge Federal Recognition of Emergency Restoration Services in 2027 NAICS Update

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 06:25:54 -0400

The IICRC submits comments that support the creation of a dedicated NAICS classification for Emergency Restoration Services.

LEVLR Rapid Review Launches: Clarity in Chaos for Restoration Contractors

Mon, 03 Aug 2026 06:31:50 -0400

LEVLR launches Rapid Review, a claim intelligence service that's designed to help restorers review carrier estimates more efficiently.

Global Catastrophe Training to Host Sales Booster Training for Restoration Industry Professionals Sept. 24–25 in Texas

Wed, 29 Jul 2026 12:27:17 -0400

Global Catastrophe Training is now accepting registrations for its Sales Booster Training, a two-day program led by industry expert Ricelli Mordecai.

ATI Restoration Named to U.S. News & World Report’s 2026-2027 Best Companies to Work For List

Tue, 28 Jul 2026 11:01:13 -0400

ATI Restoration was named one of the 2026-2027 U.S. News & World Report Best Companies to Work For, earning recognition overall and within the Real Estate & Facilities Management industry.

IAQA and Particles Plus Expand Strategic Partnership Through New Eight-Year Extension

Tue, 28 Jul 2026 05:52:53 -0400

The Indoor Air Quality Association (IAQA) extends its partnership with Particles Plus through 2035, continuing the company's role as IAQA's exclusive Diamond Sponsor.

Helixco Launches ROM Wizard, a Standards Based Tool for Building Defensible Commercial Restoration Estimates

Mon, 27 Jul 2026 11:38:18 -0400

Helixco introduces ROM Wizard, a new guided estimating tool designed to help commercial restorers develop defensible rough order of magnitude (ROM) estimates.

FloodTech USA Expands its Water Damage Restoration Services in McLean, Virginia

Mon, 27 Jul 2026 11:20:11 -0400

FloodTech USA expands its water damage restoration services in McLean, Virginia, providing faster emergency response for residential and commercial properties. They offers water extraction, structural drying, moisture detection, and restoration services to help minimize damage and accelerate recovery after water-related emergencies.

TM+ Solutions Acquires Vigilince, Advancing Loss Comprehension and Mobilization in the Critical First Hour of Property Loss

Mon, 27 Jul 2026 06:29:05 -0400

TM+ Solutions acquires Vigilince, an AI-powered first-look loss comprehension and mobilization platform developed for restoration contractors.

Thryv Integrates with Breesy AI for Franchise Service Business Growth

Fri, 24 Jul 2026 15:30:00 -0400

The integrated solution offers visibility that helps franchise owners and operators make data-driven decisions about marketing investment and operational efficiency.

Merit Restorations Strengthens Northern Virginia Presence with Acquisition of Winchester-based GearClean

Wed, 22 Jul 2026 07:21:43 -0400

Merit Restorations acquires GearClean, establishing a permanent presence in Winchester, Virginia, while expanding restoration services throughout the Northern Shenandoah Valley, Western Loudoun County, and the Eastern Panhandle of West Virginia. Their partnership combines GearClean's local reputation with Merit Restorations' growing resources and capabilities.

iMold Cleaning and Restoration Promotes John Campbell to Operations Manager in Sarasota

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 05:54:40 -0400

iMold Cleaning and Restoration promots John Campbell to Operations Manager, a 17-year industry veteran, he will oversee the operations in Sarasota, Manatee, and Hillsborough Counties.

Eddie Bailey Named as Sasser’s Director of Operations, Leading Tampa Office

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 06:00:55 -0400

Sasser Restoration appoints Eddie Bailey as Director of Operations for its new Tampa office, supporting the company's continued expansion while strengthening its restoration services, operational leadership, and client relationships in the state of Florida.

Firehouse Education Opens Registration for Its Internationally Recognized Hands-On Restoration Training Experience

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 09:20:23 -0400

Firehouse Education opens registration for its Hands-On Restoration Training Experience, offering restorers immersive, real-world instruction in fire restoration, pack-outs, cleaning, deodorization, and industry best practices.

DocuSketch Launches Field Kit Bundle, Offering a Free $795 Camera Kit

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 05:52:49 -0400

DocuSketch is offering new customers a free Field Camera Kit with the purchase of a six-month subscription on any plan. The limited-time bundle includes a 360° camera, field accessories, software access, onboarding, and customer support to help restorers prepare for peak storm season.