Gadgets Over The Ages
Rob’s “super sucker” had just a little more power compared to me spitting and a little more vacuum then I could suck through a straw.
View ArticleDrying In Place: Why Aren’t You Doing it?
As someone who is active in the industry and yet still goes out on water damage jobs, I am constantly amazed at the quality of work in our industry.
View ArticleCarpet Cleaning vs. Carpet Restoration
A friend just bought an Asian food café and the loop-pile nylon carpets haven’t been cleaned in about 2½ years. There are heavy food soils and the walkways are matted with grease. What can I do to...
View ArticleBio-Hazard/Trauma Cleaning: On the Job with Dan Bowen
Like so many others today that are involved in bio-hazard, trauma and crime scene cleaning, there’s a personal tragedy that ignited Dan Bowen’s interest and involvement in the field.
View ArticleWomen in Cleaning and Restoration
Traditionally in the carpet cleaning industry, it’s the women who are the target customers, not the owners, cleaners and educators. But women are playing a more prominent role today than ever before...
View ArticleAre You in the Know? Examining Industry Training Programs
You might have heard the quote, “Those who can’t do, teach.” That’s hardly the case in the cleaning and restoration industry.
View ArticleThe Industry Innovators
When we were putting together the ICS 50th anniversary issue last February (www.icsmag.com/50), I remember speaking with Claude Blackburn about his early days in the industry.
View ArticleJust Ask Jess: What's the Difference Between a Refrigerant and LGR Dehu?
The main difference is the technology used to dehumidify the air passing through the unit.
View ArticleMoisture Meters: Continuing to Change for the Better
The focus of this issue is innovation. We tend to associate change with innovation and progress.
View ArticleRFID to ATP to GPS and More: Innovation and Advances in Cleaning and Restoration
By now, you should know the value of carrying a thermal imaging camera in your restoration toolbox, as it allows you to see exactly where the water is and exactly how far it has spread in a particular...
View ArticlePin, Pin-less and RH: Weighing Your Moisture Meter Options
Visible signs of water damage and moisture intrusions are easily recognized.
View ArticleAsk Steve: What’s the Best Way to Handle Back-Stabbing Contractors?
Here are some things to look for in a structural contractor strategic partner:
View ArticleThe New K-12 Clean Standard: What Does it Mean for You?
The cleaning and restoration industry has been vexed with this issue for years - exactly how clean is clean?
View ArticleInjection Drying: Inspect, Plan and Dry
As a 40-year veteran of the cleaning and restoration industries, I’m proud to have witnessed and been a part of the advancements in science and technology.
View ArticleCreative Drying Techniques for Problematic Areas
Even with advances in drying equipment over the last 10-15 years, drying certain areas of structures can still present challenges.
View ArticleAdvances in Air Movers
Originally air movers became popular in the carpet cleaning industry back in the 1960’s and early 70’s with the boom of wall-to-wall carpet and the portable carpet cleaner.
View ArticleMold Remediation – Know the Basics First
Mold remediation can be a lucrative add-on business for restoration companies, but the inherent hazards and requirements warrant careful adherence to industry standards for both the process and...
View ArticleMarketing Tips to Get Water Damage Jobs When Severe Weather Strikes
Here's my story of a recent flood catastrophe in Pensacola, FL I personally experienced and how my cleaning company handled it:
View ArticleHow Do You Diversify? A Look at Add-Ons Worth Adding
If you ask David Hart, Founder/CEO of RAMAIR, he’ll tell you that duct cleaning is the fastest growing segment in the cleaning industry, as homeowners are becoming more and more aware of indoor air...
View ArticleBack to Basics: Mold 101 (Part I) – An Introduction
What is mold? Molds are fungi that thrives everywhere, both indoors and outdoors. They grow best in warm, damp and humid conditions.
View ArticleMoisture Detection and Moisture Mapping
The goal of moisture detection in the water damage restoration industry is to identify and assess abnormally wet locations of buildings, structures and their materials so that the drying process can...
View ArticleBack to Basics: Mold 101 (Part II) - Assessing a Mold Problem
If there is only minor surface mold, usually the home or building owner doesn’t need to call in an expert, but if the mold is widespread, has caused visible damage, and is suspected of causing health...
View ArticleThe Deodorizing Principles in Restoration
Probably the biggest mistake made by restorers is oversimplification of smoke odor.
View ArticleBack to Basics: Mold 101 (Part III) – Remediation
“Mold remediation” is simply a professional term for mold removal. If remediation is necessary, the assessment details what is required to remove it.
View ArticleHow to Get Better Meter Readings
Every water loss requires proper moisture documentation. Ultimately, you need to show that all the affected materials are dry.
View ArticleTechnology in Cleaning and Restoration
Take a look at these technologies for cleaning and restoration!
View Article5 Steps to Results-Driven Marketing for Restoration Pros
I recognize that many of you read my article with an interest in the latest tool or accessory that makes your jobs easier and/or more efficient. As I considered this particular article, it occurred to...
View Article4 Things to Know Before Getting Into Contents Cleaning
Property restoration is a multi-billion dollar annual industry, and one that the economy has little bearing on.
View ArticleAdvances in Moisture Measurement Tools
Technology is advancing at a fast pace in the ever-changing water damage restoration industry. However, even with these innovative changes, moisture content measurement will always remain a critical...
View ArticleInside Green Chemistry: Levels of Toxicity
Your cleaning customers likely have many questions about whether a given chemical is toxic or will leave toxic residues.
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