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Mold Remediation

A key service offered by restoration and remediation companies, this page holds resources on proper mold remediation and removal techniques, tools, products, industry best practices, and caring for customers affected by mold.

Mold Removal from Down Under

September 5, 2023 9:32 pm

Randy Gandara & Bret Sallee from Goldmorr two long-time friends in the restoration industry, join the Restoration Today podcast and talk through mold, mold removal, and making your work on the job site easier. Randy and Bret will also talk with Michelle about: The history and background of Goldmorr What the Goldmorr system is and what it is not The role of source removal in the remediation process Atmospheric condensation – what it is, and how it affects the built environment .. and more!

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Protecting Your Right to Payment: What Contractors Must Know in the Wake of Hurricane Hilary

August 21, 2023 3:48 pm

Getting Paid for Work on Hurricane Hilary from Edward Cross on Vimeo. As a disaster recovery contractor, you play a vital role in helping communities rebuild after a devastating natural event like Hurricane Hilary. Your dedication to repairing and restoring homes and businesses is commendable. However, rushing out to address the damage can lead to some legal and financial pitfalls if you don’t carefully navigate California’s labyrinth of consumer protection regulations. It is essential understand and comply with the statutory requirements to ensure you are paid for your services. Here are some crucial points

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Cashing in on Casinos: Commercial HVAC Cleaning (with VIDEO!)

July 25, 2023 7:29 am

Publisher’s Note: We LOVE sharing interesting case studies in C&R! In this article, David Hart shares his knowledge from years of experience in HVAC and duct cleaning, and as an inventor and innovator in the cleaning and restoration industry. We are sharing this story with you in multiple formats! You can read the case study below, and also dive deeper in the how-tos of the work itself, plus selling and marketing these services, in the podcast! Enjoy! After 30 years in the industry, 25 years of business ownership and 15 years of equipment engineering

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An Introduction to Sealers Across Restoration

May 10, 2023 9:35 am

“Sealers” represents a set of tools for the restoration professional.  There is no sealer that does all the restorer needs.  These are paint-like coatings that are formulated explicitly for one or more functions in the restoration process.  Most often, sealers are useful when there is something that needs to be contained with a durable or impervious barrier between that contained substance, and the well-being of the occupant.  There are multiple roles in which sealers are employed.  Restoration contractors commonly use sealers as part of work involving structural fire/smoke and wildfire.  There are also uses

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The Value of White Glove Workmanship in Cleaning and Restoration

February 20, 2023 10:44 am

Professionals in the cleaning and restoration business often interact with clients who have experienced a major loss: a flooded home, a burned-down building, an office space overwhelmed with mold. This can be a traumatic experience, displacing residents and shuttering businesses for weeks or months at a time. Under these circumstances, it’s essential that cleaning and restoration professionals provide white glove workmanship — that is, a highly-professional and fastidious experience that goes above and beyond, from the cleaning and carpentry to the customer experience. White glove workmanship gives clients peace of mind during a difficult

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Important Tips for Restorers Responding to Hurricanes

February 2, 2023 8:00 am

Disclaimer: The following information has been developed to assist restoration contractors who are responding to hurricane-related restoration work. All users of this information are encouraged to refer to applicable federal, state/provincial, and local authorities having jurisdiction over the subjects addressed within this document. The RIA makes no representation or warranty as to, and is not responsible for, the accuracy, or validity of the information, or its application by any recipient of this document. The authors do not warrant that the information in this document is free of errors and the entire risk of the

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Moisture Meters: The Foundation of Water Damage Mitigation

January 19, 2023 8:00 am

I was inspecting a moisture intrusion on a large condominium project (over 100 units affected) following Hurricane Matthew, when the adjuster suggested, “If there is no visible water damage, don’t bother using your moisture meter.” My response: the main reason restorers utilize moisture meters is to identify otherwise visibly hidden moisture. Why do we dry buildings? Generally, to re-establish a healthy environment and the property’s value. This work, however, comes with challenges, such as collecting payment and liability from improper work (e.g., microbial growth, structural deterioration, or associated health claims). How do we demonstrate project

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Long-Term Odor Control

January 12, 2023 8:00 am

Often when I’m introduced as someone who services the restoration industry, I get a few polite questions:  What is the restoration industry? Do you watch the weather channel all day? (Yes!) What’s the most interesting project have you ever been involved with? (You can substitute “interesting” for “gross” or “disgusting”) Ultimately, the conversation almost always circles back to a personal issue. For example: Do you have something that’s quick and easy to eliminate pet, sewage, smoking, or cooking odors?  Although I understand the appeal of a quick and inexpensive solution to malodors, unfortunately there

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RTI First Quarter Course Listing

January 2, 2023 7:11 pm

 Restoration Technical Institute (RTI) announces available training courses for 1st quarter of 2023. Visit our website for additional learning opportunities including health, safety and compliance courses, FREE webinars and more: https://courses.rtilearning.com/course-catalog  IICRC Water Restoration Technician (WRT) – LIVE Online w/Destry Ransdell https://courses.rtilearning.com/product/water-restoration-technician-wrt-live-online-1  DATE: January 3-5, 2023 TIME: 10AM – 5PM (EST) COST: $499  IICRC Carpet Cleaning Technician (CCT) – LIVE Online w/Mark Violand https://courses.rtilearning.com/product/carpet-cleaning-technician-cct-live-online-ma  DATE: January 17-18, 2023 TIME: 10AM – 6PM (EST) COST: $359  IICRC Repair and Reinstallation Technician (RRT) – LIVE Online w/Mark Violand https://courses.rtilearning.com/product/iicrc-repair-and-reinstallation-technician-rrt  DATE: January 19-20, 2023 TIME: 10AM –

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IICRC Standards Available for Public Review

January 2, 2023 6:30 pm

 The Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC) has opened public review for the following Standards as part of the ANSI 45-day public review period: Revised draft IICRC S520 Standard for Professional Mold Remediation. Download the draft Standard and submit your comments online from December 23, 2022 to February 06, 2023 here: https://iicrc.org/s520/ Draft IICRC S590 Standard for Assessing HVAC Systems Following a Water, Fire, or Mold Damaged Event. Download the draft Standard and submit your comments online from December 23, 2022 to February 06, 2023 here: https://iicrc.org/s590/ Draft IICRC S700 Standard for

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