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Restoration Remediation

October 2021            Vol.15  No. 10

Reality Hard Jobs

The Reality of Hard Jobs and Tips on Managing Them

As I reflect on some of the more challenging jobs I have encountered this past year, all those stats we typically see — budgets, scopes, figures, totals, yields and percentages — aren’t the real indicators of what makes a job hard. Ultimately, the hard jobs are the ones you are not prepared for.

by Billy Short II

On the Cover

Features

Core Logic Next Gear Solutions

‘A Very Major Event’: CoreLogic Acquires Next Gear Solutions

The deal, called "a very major event" by RIA President Mark Springer, combines Next Gear and CoreLogic’s Claims Connect platforms, property data and analytics, and tools for restoration contractors and insurance carriers.

by Valerie King



Toughesst Jobs

Property Restoration Pros Share Their Toughest Jobs  

We asked restoration industry professionals to answer one question: What was your toughest job and why? Watch this video to see nine restorers reflect on their most challenging and/or frustrating jobs.

by Valerie King

Leading in a Post-Pandemic World

Leading in a Post-Pandemic World

Now, more than ever, it’s a “buyer’s market” for labor with workers having the power to choose the organization, culture and job opportunity they want to “buy.” Your task is to be sure that your business entices the right employees to want to buy it over others.

by Tom Cline



Restoration Companies Need to Take a Fresh Approach to Training

Restoration Companies Need to Take a Fresh Approach to Training

With just a few simple tweaks, you can get your training on track and ensure your restoration business is ready for whatever storms come. Leighton Healey shares three ways you can improve staff training and see instant improvement in morale and efficiency.

by Leighton Healey


Fighting Pathogens

Fighting Pathogens on the Front Lines of a Pandemic

A solid team can accomplish more together than they would individually. This is why so many success stories come from companies who find business partners to help them reach their goals and provide the best training. Learn about PuroClean’s inaugural offering of the Microbial Warriors training program.

by Darren Hudema

Field house, Trousers, Jeans, Hall

Scale for Success: How To Grow Your Restoration Business  

For the last five years, Dallas Nevill’s restoration company has grown at a steady pace. Old habits may be hard to forget, but if they hold your business back from reaching its potential, it’s time to kick them to the curb.  

by Dallas Nevill

Getting Free Insurance

Getting Free Insurance

With a good subcontractor agreement that has solid insurance requirements, many of the most expensive losses in the restoration business can be offloaded on a primary basis onto the subcontractor’s liability insurance policies. The trick is the execution of the play by all the players on the field.

by David Dybdahl

Face It and Embrace It

The Severe Report: Face It and Embrace It

While some of today’s issues are unique, there will always be major obstacles restoration contractors must solve, resolve or absolve to find success. It has always been this way, and it always will be.

by Scott Severe

Marketing Your Restoration Company

“Marketing” Your Restoration Company

A lot of people talk about marketing their company, but not enough of them have actual data to back up what they say and think.

by Les Cunningham

Keeping a competitive advantage in property restoration

Planning to Win

Too often, cleaning and restoration entrepreneurs wear the label of “one-trick-pony” as they prance around the metaphorical “ring” with a poorly choreographed sales pitch, outdated equipment, a disgruntled workforce, simply in hopes of being seen and heard by prospective customers, insurance agents, adjusters, property managers and plumbers, while anxiously awaiting a referral reward.

by Ivan Turner

Assessing IAQ

Assessing Indoor Air Quality

In this video interview, Doug Hoffman, CEO of NORMI, provides an overview NORMI’s history. He also shares key takeaways from his presentation at The Experience 2021, including the six-sample rule, what it means and why it matters for those who work with IAQ.

by Valerie King

IAQ impacted by HVAC

How IAQ is Impacted by HVAC Systems

In this video interview, Steven Hergott, owner of Inspired Indoor Air, shares why HVAC should matter to remediators, both as a potential vehicle for spreading contaminants and a solution for removing contaminants. He also shares takeaways from his book Healthy Harmless Home.

by Valerie King

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