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JobSight Introduces JobSightAI

Putting Real AI to Work for Restoration Contractors JobSight, the job management platform purpose-built for restoration professionals, has announced the release of JobSightAI, a suite of AI-powered tools designed to help contractors work smarter, move faster, and stay on top of the details that drive every job. While AI has become one of the most talked-about topics across industries, JobSight is focused on what it actually means for restorers in the field and in the office. JobSightAI isn’t about buzzwords. It’s about practical tools that reduce manual work, surface critical information faster, and bring

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Meet the 2026 Customer Service Elite Award Winner

Since 2024, we have been asking restorers to name their favorite customer service rockstar. Our Customer Service Elite award is designed to recognize the vendors who support restorers every single day, and celebrate the ones who rise above the rest for their service and dedication to their customers. Nominees come from a plethora of vendor types including software platforms, tool and equipment manufacturers, suppliers, service providers, and more.  This year, we were thrilled to receive dozens of nominations, and our top four finalists brought in a record number of votes! In the end, Aramsco’s

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ABC’s Construction Backlog Indicator Slips, Contractors Remain Confident in June

Associated Builders and Contractors reported today that its Construction Backlog Indicator fell to 8.8 months in June, according to an ABC member survey conducted June 22 to July 8. The reading is down 0.3 months from May but up 0.1 months from June 2025. View ABC’s Construction Backlog Indicator and Construction Confidence Index for June. View the full Construction Backlog Indicator and Construction Confidence Index data series. Only the Middle States region experienced backlog growth on a monthly basis in June. In the Northeast region, backlog contracted sharply in June and is down by over a month from a year

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iMold Cleaning and Restoration Promotes John Campbell to Operations Manager – Sarasota

iMold Cleaning and Restoration is proud to announce the promotion of John Campbell to Operations Manager – Sarasota, a newly expanded role overseeing operations across Sarasota, Manatee, and Hillsborough Counties. A lifelong Florida resident and 17-year veteran of the restoration industry, John began his career in the field in 2009. He joined iMold as a Lead Technician and rose quickly through the organization, advancing to Assistant Production Manager in Fort Myers before taking on that same role in Sarasota as iMold expanded its footprint north. His promotion to Operations Manager formalizes the leadership he

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Missouri PuroClean Franchise Owner Recognized for Rallying Community Support for Terminally Ill Veteran

When John Collins agreed to help a local family restore their home, he expected a straightforward project. Instead, he helped fulfill a husband’s final wish: to leave his wife with a safe, stable home. U.S. Navy veteran and PuroClean Franchise Owner John Collins, out of Lee’s Summit, Missouri, restored the family’s home, resolving severe mold issues that had become overwhelming during an already difficult chapter and provided the family peace of mind for the future. Collins was selected as this year’s recipient of the PuroClean Cares Award for his continued commitment to serving the Lee’s Summit community,

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ServiceForge Launches Free Scheduling, Booking and Payments for Every Trade Contractor in the US

ServiceForge, the 24/7 human answering and scheduling service built for home service contractors, has announced free access to their scheduling tool, online booking page, payment processing and more. Any home service business can sign up now and get a free online booking page live in minutes. The link can be shared with current and future customers, allowing them to schedule appointments and receive automated reminders. Booked jobs flow directly into the contractor’s calendar and payments can be taken via Tap to Pay, all in a single platform. ServiceForge has made access free, because the

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IICRC Announces a New Director of Government Relations & Advocacy

The Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification today announced the appointment of Philip Kahn-Pauli as the new Director of Government Relations & Advocacy. In this role, Philip will lead IICRC’s government affairs strategy, strengthen relationships with policymakers and industry stakeholders, and advance advocacy efforts that support the inspection, cleaning, and restoration industries. Philip brings extensive experience in State and Federal legislative affairs, policy strategy, coalition engagement, and advocacy campaign management. “Philip’s experience at the intersection of public policy, advocacy, and stakeholder engagement makes him an outstanding addition to the IICRC team,” said Holly

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Sasser Restoration Expands National Footprint with Regional Office in Tampa, Florida

Sasser is proud to announce the opening of its newest regional office in Tampa, Florida, marking a significant milestone in the company’s continued strategic growth and commitment to serving commercial clients across the Southeast. The central Florida office strengthens Sasser’s ability to provide rapid response, specialized restoration, environmental services, industrial cleaning, and reconstruction solutions to a wide range of industries, including multifamily housing communities, commercial and industrial facilities, retail properties, distribution centers, healthcare organizations, educational institutions, technical facilities, mission-critical environments, and professional property management firms. Florida’s growing economy and concentration of industrial operations, logistics

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PuroClean Earns Dual National Recognition for Franchise Culture and System Performance

Top Rankings from Franchise Business Review and Entrepreneur Reinforce Why More Entrepreneurs Are Choosing PuroClean PuroClean, a leading international property restoration and remediation franchise, has earned two major franchise industry recognitions, earning placement on Franchise Business Review’s 2026 Top Franchises for Culture list and a spot in Entrepreneur’s 2026 Top 10 Franchises in the Maintenance category. The rankings place PuroClean on Franchise Business Review’s 2026 Top Franchises for Culture list and a spot in Entrepreneur’s 2026 Top 10 Franchises in the Maintenance category. The awards validate PuroClean’s franchise opportunity from two important perspectives. Franchise Business

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Restoration Affiliates Launches New Website to Strengthen National Visibility and Member Connectivity

Restoration Affiliates, LLC, a national network of independent, full-service restoration companies, is proud to announce the launch of its newly redesigned website: restorationaffiliates.com. The new website was developed to better reflect RA’s growing national presence, improve the user experience for clients and prospective members, and make it easier to connect with the right restoration partner across the country. The redesigned platform highlights RA’s core value proposition: National Coverage, Local Expertise. Built with a cleaner design, improved navigation, and expanded functionality, the new website provides visitors with a more intuitive way to learn about RA’s

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