Catastrophe Restoration

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.

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.

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.

3 Mold Analysis Tools Restoration Contractors Need After Hurricanes and Floods

Fri, 29 May 2026 10:00:00 -0400

Learn how restorers can use culturing, microscopy, and next-generation sequencing to analyze mold after a hurricane or flood.

The Real Hurricane Checklist Restorers Should Use

Thu, 28 May 2026 10:00:00 -0400

Here’s why carrier intelligence, pre-loss data, and documentation are a key part of hurricane preparedness for restoration contractors.

How Restoration Companies Can Track Equipment and Improve Hurricane Response

Wed, 27 May 2026 10:00:00 -0400

Here’s how restoration companies can use telematics, equipment visibility, and fleet tracking to improve their hurricane response and claims process.

Preparing for the “Big One”: What Nobody Tells You About CAT Response

Tue, 26 May 2026 10:00:00 -0400

As a restoration contractor, here’s what you should know before you deploy. From cash flow and logistics to licensing, staffing, and your operational risks.

How Restoration Contractors Can Set Better Expectations After a Hurricane

Mon, 25 May 2026 10:00:00 -0400

Find out how restorers can improve timelines, communication, and homeowner expectations during hurricane response and recovery.

Five Essential Tools for Estimating and Documenting Hurricane Damage

Fri, 22 May 2026 10:00:00 -0400

Five tools that restorers can use to improve their hurricane estimating, documentation, and response workflows during CAT season.

Why Human Communication Still Matters During Hurricane Restoration Response

Thu, 21 May 2026 10:00:00 -0400

Human communication and live answering during hurricane response in the restoration industry improve trust, response, and customer experience.

How to Keep Estimates Moving During Hurricane Season

Wed, 20 May 2026 10:00:00 -0400

Here’s how restoration companies can keep their estimate process moving forward during hurricane season. It takes better documentation, communication, and workflows.

The Mental Toll of Working “in” Restoration Too Long

Tue, 19 May 2026 10:00:00 -0400

Learn how chronic stress and hurricane pressure can impact you as a restoration leader when it comes to your decision-making and long-term performance.

Preparing for a CAT Event: What Restoration Contractors Need to Know

Mon, 18 May 2026 10:00:00 -0400

Here’s what restorers should know before they deploy for a CAT event. We highlight cash flow, licensing, logistics, operational risks, and staffing.

Managing the First 72 Hours of Hurricane Response in Restoration

Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:00 -0400

Learn how restoration companies can manage the first 72 hours of their hurricane response with better triage, operational planning, and communication.

Why Communication During Restoration After a Hurricane Matters Most

mcgowank@bnpmedia.com (Kayla McGowan) — Thu, 14 May 2026 10:00:00 -0400

Communication during hurricane restoration helps reduce customer stress, delays, and better understanding of the process.

What You Say in the First 48 Hours Can Make or Break Your Commercial Restoration Job

Wed, 13 May 2026 10:00:00 -0400

Learn how to effectively communicate in the first 48 hours of a commercial restoration job that impacts trusts, business interruption, and project profitability, especially during hurricane response.

How Restoration Companies Can Support Their Employees During Disasters

Tue, 12 May 2026 10:00:00 -0400

Learn how restoration companies can support their employees during hurricane season with better communication, planning, and their leadership structure.

How Weather Data Helps Improve Hurricane Response for Restoration Contractors

Mon, 11 May 2026 10:00:00 -0400

Here’s how restorers can use weather data to help improve their hurricane response, coordinate with emergency management teams, and deployment decisions.

2026 Hurricane Forecast Shows Fewer Storms but Greater Risk

mcgowank@bnpmedia.com (Kayla McGowan) — Fri, 08 May 2026 10:00:00 -0400

Here’s why the 2026 hurricane forecast still poses serious risk for restorers despite fewer predicted storms.

Why Hurricane Preparation Matters as Much as Cleanup for Homeowners

shawnhestermail@gmail.com (Shawn Hester) — Thu, 07 May 2026 10:00:00 -0400

Learn how restorers can help homeowners prepare efficiently and effectively before hurricane season with better documentation, safety, and preparation.

How Restorers can Scale Their Deployments During Hurricane Season

Wed, 06 May 2026 10:00:00 -0400

Learn how restorers can scale their staffing with cross-training, surge planning, and leadership when preparing for hurricane response. Proactive planning improves response time and profitability.

Hurricane Insurance Readiness for Restorers Starts Now!

Tue, 05 May 2026 10:00:00 -0400

Learn how restorers can prepare their insurance coverage before hurricane season starts to avoid costly delays, reduce their risk, and secure more work.

Is Your Restoration Technology Ready for the Upcoming Hurricane Season?

Mon, 04 May 2026 09:00:00 -0400

Here’s how restoration contractors can prepare their systems, technology, and communication to successfully respond and handle high job volume for the upcoming hurricane season.

Getting Hurricane-Ready: How Restoration Professionals Can Prepare Before the Storm

mcgowank@bnpmedia.com (Kayla McGowan) — Fri, 01 May 2026 09:00:00 -0400

Industry professionals and experts share how restorers can prepare for the upcoming hurricane season with proper planning, staffing, and operational readiness.

Complications In Removing WUI Fire-Generated Lead Dust and Smoke Residue

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 13:00:00 -0400

WUI fire contamination is composed of smoke and heavy metals and has a huge impact on buildings, learn how restorers should assess, test and clean up.

Is Weather Volatility Reshaping Restoration Demand?

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 09:00:00 -0400

Learn how weather patterns are changing and driving fire and water events that overlap, and how restorers can proactively prepare.

T&M Billing, ROMs, and CAT Events: Managing Large Loss Restoration Projects

mcgowank@bnpmedia.com (Kayla McGowan) — Wed, 18 Mar 2026 09:30:00 -0400

Helixco’s COO Mike Allred discusses all things large loss and CAT events from T&M billing to preparedness on the latest episode of Ask The Expert.

Why Documentation Is Critical During Catastrophe Response

mcgowank@bnpmedia.com (Kayla McGowan) — Tue, 17 Mar 2026 09:00:00 -0400

Hear from John Reasoner of Paul Davis Restoration on why documentation is critical during CAT events and how restoration teams should compile your photos, notes, debris, job progress, and much more.

What Homeowners Should Do After a Flood

mcgowank@bnpmedia.com (Kayla McGowan) — Fri, 13 Mar 2026 09:00:00 -0400

Expert advice for homeowners from Tim Singnysane of 1-800-WATER DAMAGE on what they should do immediately after a flood, from safety to preventing secondary damage.

How Wildland-Urban Interface (WUI) Smoke Enters Stucco Walls and Hidden Building Cavities

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 09:00:00 -0400

Learn how wildfire smoke and thermal pressure enter stucco wall systems through drainage openings, creating hidden contamination inside wall cavities and building assemblies.