What equipment do restoration companies use?

Water Restoration Equipment

• Commercial Truck or Van.
• Moisture Meters.
• Air Movers/Centrifugal Fans.
• Air Scrubbers/Negative Air Machine.
• Dehumidifiers.

What does a flood restoration company do?

Restoration Companies are usually the first responders following significant damage to a home from floods and fires, water damage, sew- age backup and other major events. The job of a restoration company is to clean up the mess and to preserve and protect the home and its contents so that further damage will not occur.

Do restoration companies make good money?

As mentioned earlier, water restoration companies charge $2,500 on average for simple mitigation jobs or dry-ups. Of this price, the profit margin is usually 75\%. For major restoration work, such as a rebuild, they charge $10,000 (on average) and the profit margin can be as high as 50\%.

What is included with water damage restoration?

Water remediation includes the complete process of water cleanup, which includes water removal, drying items and structures, and then moving items back.

What certifications do I need for a restoration company?

The only certification required in our industry is the 3-day Water Restoration Technician Certification (WRT)….Additional technician training could include:

• Carpet Cleaning (CCT)
• Carpet Repair & Reinstallation (RRT)
• Fire & Smoke Damage Restoration (FSRT)
• Odor Control Technician (OCT)

What is the largest restoration company?

Belfor Restoration
Belfor Restoration Belfor is the largest restoration in the world with more than 7000+ employees.

What do restoration technicians do?

Restoration Technicians help assess what property and belongings can be saved and begin the process of water and debris cleanup. The job of a Restoration Technician takes communication skills, empathy, and physical stamina to do the on-site work required.

Who is the largest restoration company in the United States?

What Are Some of the Largest Restoration Companies?

• Paul Davis Restoration.
• PuroClean.
• Rainbow International.
• Restoration 1.
• Restoration Local.
• ServiceMaster.
• Stanley Steemer. Available Services: Water Damage, Carpet Cleaning.
• Steamatic. Available Services: Water Damage, Fire Damage, Mold Removal, Carpet Cleaning.

What is a water mitigation device?

The AquaTrip is a permanently installed automatic water leak detection and system shut-off device that will minimize water loss and reduce damages caused by leaks and burst or frozen pipes. The AquaTrip monitors the flow of water into a property and will automatically shut off the water supply if a leak is detected.

How much does it cost to get Iicrc certified?

The cost to attend IICRC – Institute of Inspection Cleaning and Restoration Certification ranges from $150 to $525 depending on the qualification, with a median cost of $500. When asked how they paid for their training, most reviewers responded, “My company paid for my training”.