Wednesday, August 31, 2016

A Restorer's Guide to Adding Bed Bug Remediation Services

I’ve worked with many individuals and organizations who are interested in adding services to tackle the ever-present and pervasive bed bug issues that continue to plague many property owners across the United States.



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Victims of Fire, Water, and Smoke Damage Need Restoration Emergency Response

Those willing to do something different, offer something of value to victims of a fire loss will earn the trust and gratitude of a person or family for a long time into the future.

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9/11: Forever in our Hearts & Minds as Americans and Restorers | Restoring Success

This year marks the 15 years since the 9/11 Terror Attacks. As an American ... and a restorer, there are lessons to be learned on compassion and tragedy.

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After a Fire: Focusing on Indoor Air Quality

After a fire, there is a rush of activity in an effort to return the damaged spaces to pre-fire condition.



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Hydroxyl Generators: Top Tips for Easy Deodorization

Hydroxyl technology allows contractors to run generators while performing normal physical cleaning and does not require the use of chemicals, oils, masking agents, charcoal filters, sealants, or other procedures.

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Thursday, August 25, 2016

Radians Unveils New PPE for Women with Fitted Safety Vest

ANSI Class 2, Type R safety vest designed especially for women and features a flattering adjustable waist.

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Marketing to Today's Claim Adjuster

The relationship between restoration contractors and claim adjusters should be more like a marathon, not a sprint.

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Third Annual Healthy Buildings Summit Planned Focusing on IEQ, Mold, & Disaster Restoration

Healthy Buildings Summit III will be Oct. 20-21 in Pennsylvania.

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Ask Annissa: What Deodorization Process is Best for Various Contents?

Liquid deodorizer, hydroxyl, ozone, or nothing? What is best for smoke odor removal?

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Response Team 1 Named to Fastest Growing Private Company List for Third Consecutive Year

In the 2016 list, Response Team 1 is ranked 927 with a three-year growth rate of 430 percent and revenue of $167 million.

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Wednesday, August 24, 2016

Kustom US Completes Acquisition of Fenix Restoration

Acquisition is part of Kustom's long-term strategic plan to accelerate growth nationwide.

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Thursday, August 18, 2016

Steamatic, Inc. Announces New Franchise in Pennsylvania

Steamatic of Huntingdon Valley will serve the Northeast Philadelphia area.

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Wednesday, August 17, 2016

Balancing Safety & Effectiveness: Hydrogen Peroxide-Based Cleaners in Crime & Trauma Scene Restoration

Spraying with a diluted solution of hydrogen peroxide can make the task of finding and cleaning blood spatter much easier.

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Tuesday, August 16, 2016

Finding the Money to Grow Your Restoration Business

Stop turning down larger jobs due to lack of capital.

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Monday, August 15, 2016

Restoration Roundup: Deadly Flooding, Mold Problems, 2017 Winter Outlook & More | 8.15.16

The latest headlines directly impacting the restoration industry.

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IICRC Transitions to Self-Management

IICRC is implementing numerous procedures to strengthen the Institute, including the hiring of a new customer satisfaction team.

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Sunday, August 14, 2016

Sniffing Out New Profits in Odor Elimination

Odors, good or bad, vary vastly from person to person. It is our own perception that governs our sense of smell in the most basic of terms. A more technical overview of our fundamental knowledge of aroma is mediated by the olfactory nerve.



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Thursday, August 11, 2016

Coach's Corner {Episode 8}: Team Expectations

Having a clear job description can set both you and a potential new hire up for success.

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Ask Annissa: Should I Pack Contents According to Cleaning Method?

Should all items, regardless of cleaning method, be packed together? Or should they be grouped by cleaning station?

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New Property Insurance & Restoration Conference Slated for Oct. 4 in Chicago

The PIRC vision is a property insurance and restoration industry in which all segments work together to enable a complete, safe and quality restoration.

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Disaster Restoration Services Celebrating New Massachusetts Location

Company welcoming community to grand opening celebrations at new location.

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Tuesday, August 9, 2016

Ditch the Trash Talk, Up Your Restoration Game

On April 10, 2016, professional golfer Jordan Spieth blew a five-stroke lead by taking a quadruple bogey on the 12th hole during the last round of the Masters Golf Tournament.



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The #1 Question on Contractor Pollution Liability

It is not often that you find restorers without Contractor Pollution Liability (CPL) these days, as it is required by almost all TPAs, insurance companies, property managers, and anyone else who might send you work.



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The Experience: A Show Outside the Box

The expo, the breakout sessions, the keynotes and networking times. Those are the basic elements to just about any expo and trade show, no matter the industry. 



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Monday, August 8, 2016

What's the Big Deal with Forensic & Crime Scene Restoration?

Ahead of RIA's Focus on Forensics Technical Conference, two industry experts shed light and awareness on key topics related to forensic, biohazard, and crime scene cleanup.

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Sunday, August 7, 2016

Hazardous Building Materials 101

It is important to identify hazardous building materials before beginning a restoration or remediation project.



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Thursday, August 4, 2016

Register Now for RIA Advanced Certification Prep Course & Exam

Individuals interested in obtaining an RIA certification will have an opportunity this fall to obtain any of the three certifications offered by the association.

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Register Now for RIA Advanced Certification Prep Course & Exam

Individuals interested in obtaining an RIA certification will have an opportunity this fall to obtain any of the three certifications offered by the association.

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Cleaning Up on Accountability

Sales, ownership, administration and production: four necessary categories in every restoration company. The smaller the company, the more likely it is that these four categories are being managed by the owner.



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Ask Annissa: A Case Study in Simple Fire Cleaning (Part 3)

Annissa wraps up her three-part series on simple fire contents cleaning by talking about the importance of paying attention to all the little details.

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How Do You Know That Concrete is Dry?

When drying concrete after water intrusions, it is important to monitor and measure the moisture content of the concrete in two phases: First during the drying phase; and again after the drying is complete.



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Consequences of Overconfidence in Biohazard Recovery and Remediation

I have found that comfort taken in recovery and remediation work is not all too different from other high risk behavior over-confidence.



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Restorer's Perspective: Putting People before Profit

Most people in this industry have an interesting journey – a story to tell of how they got here; how they landed in a business that is all about others, and not ourselves. 



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Retired Canadian Spy Delivering Keynote at PLR Expo 2016

J.J. Brun will talk about Decoding Human Capital - How to Make Sense of the People Puzzles.

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New Children's Playhouse Built with Help from 1-800-PACK-RAT

A team of employees spent a day cutting, painting and assembling a playhouse that will be used by kids in a community garden at Passage Home in Raleigh, NC.

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Wednesday, August 3, 2016

The R&R July 2016 Must See Gallery

The R&R Must See Products Gallery provides a glimpse at the latest products and technological innovations entering the market today.



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Restoring Success: What is Your WHY?

Owning a business means more than making money -- customers want to know WHY you do what you do. What's your answer?

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Colorado Tri-Flo Systems Earns ETL Certification for Bedbug & Heat Drying Equipment

Certification applies to line of Eradi-Flo heaters.

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UPDATE: New Details Released for RIA's Focus on Forensics Conference

2015 event sold out, 2016 event also expected to reach capacity.

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RIA Offering Prerequisite Week in Canada

Join RIA Sept. 12-16 in Mississauga, Ontario to learn from thought leaders in the industry on key topics impacting your business today.

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Thinking About a Franchise? 1-800-PACKOUTS Announces New Contents Franchise Opportunity

1-800 PACKOUTS launches a national franchise organization for contents cleaning and restoration.

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Tuesday, August 2, 2016

The R&R June 2016 Must See Gallery

The R&R Must See Products Gallery provides a glimpse at the latest products and technological innovations entering the market today. 



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The R&R May Must See Gallery

The R&R Must See Products Gallery provides a glimpse at the latest products and technological innovations entering the market today. 



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The R&R April Must See Gallery

The R&R Must See Products Gallery provides a glimpse at the latest products and technological innovations entering the market today. 



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The R&R March 2016 Must See Gallery

The R&R Must See Products Gallery provides a glimpse at the latest products and technological innovations entering the market today.



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