The Porcelain Tile Cleaning Paradox
By Amy Hughes The first instance of the porcelain splotching problem that Pailliotet experienced. Porcelain tile used to be a durable...
2021 Industry Leaders Review: Sage Restoration
By Amy Hughes In the earliest days of starting their business, Stephanie and Alan Sage, owners of Sage Restoration in Kansas City, Kansas, were confronted...
2021 Industry Leaders Review: Christenson Cleaning and Restoration
By Amy Hughes As the second-generation owner of his family’s business, Charlie Christenson has never known a career outside the cleaning and restoration industry. “I...
2021 Industry Leaders Review: Bluegreen Carpet and Tile Cleaning
Sam Hughes, owner of Bluegreen Carpet and Tile Cleaning in Wisconsin, started his career as an engineer but was bitten by the entrepreneur bug when...
2021 Industry Leaders Review: Quality Care Carpet Cleaners Inc.
Lesa and Michael StPierre have been partners in life and business for more than 28 years. They own and operate Quality Care Carpet Cleaners Inc....
2021 Industry Leaders Review: Chem-Dry of Siouxland
Chem-Dry of Siouxland prioritizes excellent service and customer satisfaction—values that have kept the company in business for 25 years. With a background in electronic engineering...
Starting a Rug Cleaning Business
By Amy Hughes For carpet cleaners looking to diversify and expand their business, adding rug washing services may seem like a logical next step. While...
Straight Talk: Causes of Restoration Bottlenecks [Video]
NORTHBROOK, Ill.—August 20, 2020—In this edition of Straight Talk with Jeff Cross, Peter Crosa, an independent insurance adjuster, and Harvey Cohen, a Florida attorney specializing...
RIA Announces Restoration Convention Virtual Conference Benefits
MOUNT LAUREL, N.J.—August 6, 2020—The Restoration Industry Association will host the 2020 Restoration Convention + Industry Expo online as a virtual conference due to COVID-19...