Catastrophe Restoration

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.

Communicating With Customers During CAT Events: Do's and Don’ts for Restorers

mcgowank@bnpmedia.com (Kayla McGowan) — Tue, 10 Mar 2026 09:00:00 -0400

During CAT events, homeowners often have urgent questions about their insurance and FEMA coverage. Restoration professionals must communicate clearly, explain their role, and avoid interpreting their customer’s policy.

PuroClean Sees Surge in Winter Storm Damage Claims Nationwide, Shares Expert Tips as Harsh Weather Impacts Every Region

Fri, 06 Mar 2026 12:36:11 -0500

This year's relentless winter storms across the U.S. are driving a surge in frozen pipes, water damage, and storm-related restoration calls. PuroClean franchise locations are responding as homeowners and business owners face property damage and disruptions.

Essential Safety Habits for CAT Response

mcgowank@bnpmedia.com (Kayla McGowan) — Tue, 03 Mar 2026 09:00:00 -0500

Paul Davis Restoration’s John Reasoner shares key safety habits during CAT season, from PPE to buddy system, to keeping your team safe and ready.

CAT Planning and 3D Documentation Essentials

mcgowank@bnpmedia.com (Kayla McGowan) — Tue, 24 Feb 2026 09:00:00 -0500

In this week’s Technical Tip Tuesday, John Reasoner of Paul Davis Restoration explains the two CAT preparedness practices that consistently save time and reduce secondary damage during major storm events: disciplined claim distribution and mandatory 3D/360 documentation at every phase of the loss. His approach shows how the right mix of planning and technology protects both crews and claim defensibility.

The First 10 Minutes: How Technicians Establish Control on CAT Loss Sites

mcgowank@bnpmedia.com (Kayla McGowan) — Tue, 17 Feb 2026 09:00:00 -0500

In this week’s Technical Tip Tuesday, John Reasoner breaks down why the first 10 minutes of a CAT loss are unpredictable, and how technicians can quickly control, stabilize, and protect the team and occupants before any restoration work ever begins.

Integrating Passive Housing into Post Disaster Restoration

mcgowank@bnpmedia.com (Kayla McGowan) — Mon, 16 Feb 2026 09:00:00 -0500

In this Q&A with Bill Shadid of Aeroseal, we discuss how restoration professionals can integrate passive house principles into post-disaster restoration without sacrificing speed, cost, comfort, or health.