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Restoration
Best Practices for Material Removal in Black Water Scenarios
Infiltration of Category 3 black water is the worst kind of water damage. It poses significant health risks due to the ...
Inside magicplan
Sloped Ceiling Room Layout in magicplan: A Simple How-To Guide
Hey folks, in this guide, I’m going to show you two ways you can draw or measure a room with sloped or slanted ceilings ...
Restoration
Effective Techniques for Smoke Odor Removal in Fire Damage Restoration
A residential or business-facility fire can release microscopic particles and volatile organic compounds (VOCs) that ...
Restoration
Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) Every Restoration Company Needs
Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) are the backbone of a well-organized restoration company. These documents provide ...
Claims Adjuster
The Future of Insurance Claims: How the Field Claims Adjuster Can Prepare for More Extreme Weather Events
As the impacts of climate change intensify, the insurance industry is facing unprecedented challenges in managing the ...
Inside magicplan
Best Method for Drawing Floor Plans: Pen vs. Laser vs. LiDAR
There are different ways to create floor plan sketches to get the job done, each with its own set of pros and cons. In ...
Restoration
Steps to Conducting a Thorough Fire Damage Assessment (Post-Cleanup)
Recently, we were at a property that had suffered extensive fire damage. The main contaminants from the fire had been ...
Remodeling
How to Optimize HVAC Systems: Tips for Efficient Maintenance & Access
Let's face it: HVAC systems aren't exactly the most exciting part of building improvement. But for contractors, they're ...
Restoration
The Drying Chamber: How to Use It for Rapid Structural Drying
If you are a restoration contractor, you may often be faced with the task of initiating rapid and complete structural ...
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FAQs: Integrating magicplan with Xactimate®
This FAQ aims to address common inquiries regarding the integration of magicplan with Xactimate®. Below you will find a ...
Restoration
How to Build a Resilient Restoration Business Based on IICRC and OSHA
Are you planning to start your own restoration business? Or maybe you already launched your own business, and now ...
Restoration
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How to Build Effective SOPs for Any Water Damage Restoration Job
Water damage jobs, big or small, require a clear plan. Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) act as a detailed guide, ...