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This is the place for you and your team to prepare for one of the toughest seasons we face. Learn about safety, operations, leadership, community expectations, and more to help you effectively prepare for hurricanes and help your community to recover once the storm has passed.

]]> https://www.randrmagonline.com/rss/4928 en-us 3 Mold Analysis Tools Restoration Contractors Need After Hurricanes and Floods Learn how restorers can use culturing, microscopy, and next-generation sequencing to analyze mold after a hurricane or flood. 

]]> http://www.randrmagonline.com/articles/91997 Fri, 29 May 2026 10:00:00 -0400 https://www.randrmagonline.com/articles/91997-3-mold-analysis-tools-restoration-contractors-need-after-hurricanes-and-floods The Real Hurricane Checklist Restorers Should Use Here’s why carrier intelligence, pre-loss data, and documentation are a key part of hurricane preparedness for restoration contractors. 

]]> http://www.randrmagonline.com/articles/91990 Thu, 28 May 2026 10:00:00 -0400 https://www.randrmagonline.com/articles/91990-the-real-hurricane-checklist-restorers-should-use How Restoration Companies Can Track Equipment and Improve Hurricane Response Here’s how restoration companies can use telematics, equipment visibility, and fleet tracking to improve their hurricane response and claims process.

]]> http://www.randrmagonline.com/articles/91995 Wed, 27 May 2026 10:00:00 -0400 https://www.randrmagonline.com/articles/91995-how-restoration-companies-can-track-equipment-and-improve-hurricane-response Preparing for the “Big One”: What Nobody Tells You About CAT Response 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. 

]]> http://www.randrmagonline.com/articles/91996 Tue, 26 May 2026 10:00:00 -0400 https://www.randrmagonline.com/articles/91996-preparing-for-the-big-one-what-nobody-tells-you-about-cat-response How Restoration Contractors Can Set Better Expectations After a Hurricane Find out how restorers can improve timelines, communication, and homeowner expectations during hurricane response and recovery. 

]]> http://www.randrmagonline.com/articles/91994 Mon, 25 May 2026 10:00:00 -0400 https://www.randrmagonline.com/articles/91994-how-restoration-contractors-can-set-better-expectations-after-a-hurricane Five Essential Tools for Estimating and Documenting Hurricane Damage Five tools that restorers can use to improve their hurricane estimating, documentation, and response workflows during CAT season. 

]]> http://www.randrmagonline.com/articles/91988 Fri, 22 May 2026 10:00:00 -0400 https://www.randrmagonline.com/articles/91988-five-essential-tools-for-estimating-and-documenting-hurricane-damage Why Human Communication Still Matters During Hurricane Restoration Response Human communication and live answering during hurricane response in the restoration industry improve trust, response, and customer experience.

]]> http://www.randrmagonline.com/articles/91986 Thu, 21 May 2026 10:00:00 -0400 https://www.randrmagonline.com/articles/91986-why-human-communication-still-matters-during-hurricane-restoration-response How to Keep Estimates Moving During Hurricane Season Here’s how restoration companies can keep their estimate process moving forward during hurricane season. It takes better documentation, communication, and workflows. 

]]> http://www.randrmagonline.com/articles/91987 Wed, 20 May 2026 10:00:00 -0400 https://www.randrmagonline.com/articles/91987-how-to-keep-estimates-moving-during-hurricane-season The Mental Toll of Working “in” Restoration Too Long 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.

]]> http://www.randrmagonline.com/articles/91985 Tue, 19 May 2026 10:00:00 -0400 https://www.randrmagonline.com/articles/91985-the-mental-toll-of-working-in-restoration-too-long Preparing for a CAT Event: What Restoration Contractors Need to Know Here’s what restorers should know before they deploy for a CAT event. We highlight cash flow, licensing, logistics, operational risks, and staffing. 

]]> http://www.randrmagonline.com/articles/91984 Mon, 18 May 2026 10:00:00 -0400 https://www.randrmagonline.com/articles/91984-preparing-for-a-cat-event-what-restoration-contractors-need-to-know Managing the First 72 Hours of Hurricane Response in Restoration Learn how restoration companies can manage the first 72 hours of their hurricane response with better triage, operational planning, and communication. 

]]> http://www.randrmagonline.com/articles/91983 Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:00 -0400 https://www.randrmagonline.com/articles/91983-managing-the-first-72-hours-of-hurricane-response-in-restoration Why Communication During Restoration After a Hurricane Matters Most mcgowank@bnpmedia.com (Kayla McGowan) Communication during hurricane restoration helps reduce customer stress, delays, and better understanding of the process. 

]]> http://www.randrmagonline.com/articles/91956 Thu, 14 May 2026 10:00:00 -0400 https://www.randrmagonline.com/articles/91956-why-communication-during-restoration-after-a-hurricane-matters-most What You Say in the First 48 Hours Can Make or Break Your Commercial Restoration Job 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. 

]]> http://www.randrmagonline.com/articles/91955 Wed, 13 May 2026 10:00:00 -0400 https://www.randrmagonline.com/articles/91955-what-you-say-in-the-first-48-hours-can-make-or-break-your-commercial-restoration-job How Restoration Companies Can Support Their Employees During Disasters Learn how restoration companies can support their employees during hurricane season with better communication, planning, and their leadership structure. 

]]> http://www.randrmagonline.com/articles/91954 Tue, 12 May 2026 10:00:00 -0400 https://www.randrmagonline.com/articles/91954-how-restoration-companies-can-support-their-employees-during-disasters How Weather Data Helps Improve Hurricane Response for Restoration Contractors Here’s how restorers can use weather data to help improve their hurricane response, coordinate with emergency management teams, and deployment decisions. 

]]> http://www.randrmagonline.com/articles/91953 Mon, 11 May 2026 10:00:00 -0400 https://www.randrmagonline.com/articles/91953-how-weather-data-helps-improve-hurricane-response-for-restoration-contractors 2026 Hurricane Forecast Shows Fewer Storms but Greater Risk mcgowank@bnpmedia.com (Kayla McGowan) Here’s why the 2026 hurricane forecast still poses serious risk for restorers despite fewer predicted storms. 

]]> http://www.randrmagonline.com/articles/91950 Fri, 08 May 2026 10:00:00 -0400 https://www.randrmagonline.com/articles/91950-2026-hurricane-forecast-shows-fewer-storms-but-greater-risk Why Hurricane Preparation Matters as Much as Cleanup for Homeowners shawnhestermail@gmail.com (Shawn Hester) Learn how restorers can help homeowners prepare efficiently and effectively before hurricane season with better documentation, safety, and preparation.

]]> http://www.randrmagonline.com/articles/91949 Thu, 07 May 2026 10:00:00 -0400 https://www.randrmagonline.com/articles/91949-why-hurricane-preparation-matters-as-much-as-cleanup-for-homeowners How Restorers can Scale Their Deployments During Hurricane Season 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. 

]]> http://www.randrmagonline.com/articles/91948 Wed, 06 May 2026 10:00:00 -0400 https://www.randrmagonline.com/articles/91948-how-restorers-can-scale-their-deployments-during-hurricane-season Hurricane Insurance Readiness for Restorers Starts Now! Learn how restorers can prepare their insurance coverage before hurricane season starts to avoid costly delays, reduce their risk, and secure more work.

]]> http://www.randrmagonline.com/articles/91947 Tue, 05 May 2026 10:00:00 -0400 https://www.randrmagonline.com/articles/91947-hurricane-insurance-readiness-for-restorers-starts-now Is Your Restoration Technology Ready for the Upcoming Hurricane Season? 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. 

]]> http://www.randrmagonline.com/articles/91934 Mon, 04 May 2026 09:00:00 -0400 https://www.randrmagonline.com/articles/91934-is-your-restoration-technology-ready-for-the-upcoming-hurricane-season Getting Hurricane-Ready: How Restoration Professionals Can Prepare Before the Storm mcgowank@bnpmedia.com (Kayla McGowan) Industry professionals and experts share how restorers can prepare for the upcoming hurricane season with proper planning, staffing, and operational readiness.


]]> http://www.randrmagonline.com/articles/91933 Fri, 01 May 2026 09:00:00 -0400 https://www.randrmagonline.com/articles/91933-getting-hurricane-ready-how-restoration-professionals-can-prepare-before-the-storm Disaster Response, Community Impact and Restoration Leadership mcgowank@bnpmedia.com (Kayla McGowan) Superior Contract Cleaning’s Rinea Blanchard shares her insights on hurricane recovery, flood response and the power of preparedness in restoration.



]]> http://www.randrmagonline.com/articles/91615 Mon, 06 Oct 2025 13:00:00 -0400 https://www.randrmagonline.com/articles/91615-disaster-response-community-impact-and-restoration-leadership Saharan Dust: Nature’s Hurricane Suppressant mcgowank@bnpmedia.com (Kayla McGowan) Saharan Dust is helping suppress early hurricane activity, but restoration professionals should stay prepared as peak seasons looms. 

]]> http://www.randrmagonline.com/articles/91575 Tue, 16 Sep 2025 10:00:00 -0400 https://www.randrmagonline.com/articles/91575-saharan-dust-natures-hurricane-suppressant 1-800-Packouts provides guidelines for homeowners affected by flooding As storm and hurricane season intensify, 1-800-Packouts offers essential safety and recovery advice for flood-affected homeowners.

]]> http://www.randrmagonline.com/articles/91483 Mon, 21 Jul 2025 06:52:23 -0400 https://www.randrmagonline.com/articles/91483-1-800-packouts-provides-guidelines-for-homeowners-affected-by-flooding Hurricane Season 2025 – Preparation, Property Risks and Emergency Planning With an above-average hurricane season forecasted, now is the time to properly prepare, protect and plan.

]]> http://www.randrmagonline.com/articles/91459 Thu, 10 Jul 2025 09:00:00 -0400 https://www.randrmagonline.com/articles/91459-hurricane-season-2025-preparation-property-risks-and-emergency-planning Electrical Fires During Hurricane Season with Barry Rice mcgowank@bnpmedia.com (Kayla McGowan) Join us for this episode of Ask the Expert, featuring Barry Rice, a seasoned professional with over 20 years of experience in environmental, health and safety (EHS). Barry discusses the dangers of saltwater-related fires during hurricane season, particularly their impact on electric vehicles and homes.

]]> http://www.randrmagonline.com/articles/91198 Fri, 07 Feb 2025 10:00:00 -0500 https://www.randrmagonline.com/articles/91198-electrical-fires-during-hurricane-season-with-barry-rice PuroClean Continues Support Efforts in Communities Impacted by Hurricanes In the wake of Hurricanes Helene and Milton, PuroClean has mobilized to provide critical restoration services across the South. Learn how PuroClean's teams are tackling water extraction, mold remediation and structural drying to help homeowners and businesses recover faster.

]]> http://www.randrmagonline.com/articles/91100 Wed, 18 Dec 2024 06:49:25 -0500 https://www.randrmagonline.com/articles/91100-puroclean-continues-support-efforts-in-communities-impacted-by-hurricanes Matterport Transforms Hurricane Restoration with Digital Twin Technology Following Hurricanes Milton and Helene, restoration professionals are leveraging Matterport's digital twin technology to streamline cleanup and accelerate recovery across the Southeast. Discover how 3D digital twins are transforming documentation, assessment, and claims processes, ensuring faster, precise workflows and better outcomes.

]]> http://www.randrmagonline.com/articles/91099 Wed, 18 Dec 2024 06:20:09 -0500 https://www.randrmagonline.com/articles/91099-matterport-transforms-hurricane-restoration-with-digital-twin-technology Saltwater Flooding and Fire Risks for Buildings and Electric Vehicles: What You Need to Know mcgowank@bnpmedia.com (Kayla McGowan) During Hurricane Helene in 2024, saltwater flooding led to multiple fires in homes and electric vehicles. Understanding the causes and taking preventive measures can protect property and lives.

]]> http://www.randrmagonline.com/articles/91089 Thu, 12 Dec 2024 12:00:00 -0500 https://www.randrmagonline.com/articles/91089-saltwater-flooding-and-fire-risks-for-buildings-and-electric-vehicles-what-you-need-to-know How to Navigate a Typical Hurricane CAT (Catastrophe) Response: A Step-by-Step Guide In the aftermath of a hurricane, communities face a number of challenges. This step-by-step guide, powered by KnowHow, walks restoration teams through a hurricane CAT response.

]]> http://www.randrmagonline.com/articles/91040 Mon, 11 Nov 2024 09:00:00 -0500 https://www.randrmagonline.com/articles/91040-how-to-navigate-a-typical-hurricane-cat-catastrophe-response-a-step-by-step-guide