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Restoration Today

Michelle Blevins
Restoration Industry
Mergers and Acquisitions
Artificial Intelligence
California Wildfires
Leadership
Insurance
Company Culture
Cash Flow
Team Building
Restoration Industry Association
RIA Board Of Directors
Private Equity
Puroclean
Accountability
Insurance Claims
Business Growth
Communication
Networking
Enterprise Value
Customer Service

Restoration Today is a video and audio podcast covering everything restoration-related. Every week, Michelle Blevins sits down with an industry peer – a contractor, a colleague, a supplier, an innovator, an insurer, etc. Every conversation will cover the hottest topics in today’s restoration industry – going beyond fire and water damage restoration and diving into topics like M&A, company culture,... more

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Underground ductwork presents a unique set of challenges that many restoration professionals overlook. In this episode, Jason Stiles, owner of Air Doctor Duct Cleaning & Lining, explains why these systems require specialized equipment, proper inspect... more

Growing your restoration company doesn't always mean growing your profits. In this episode of Restoration MasterClass, Nelson Higgins, VP, North America at DocuSketch, explains why so many restoration companies see their margins shrink as they scale—... more

The restoration labor market is changing—and so are employee expectations.

In the third 2026 State of the Industry Deep Dive on Hiring & Retention, in partnership with KnowHow, join our panel of industry leaders as they break down hiring trends, ret... more

What makes The Collective one of restoration's must-attend events?

Beth Thompson from CORE Group shares what's new for 2026, including:

* Hands-on AI workshops

* An exciting keynote from Savannah Bananas Head Coach Tyler Gillum

* Fresh network... more

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Recent Guests

Wayne Hudson
COO at FP Property Restoration
FP Property Restoration
Episode: Deep Dive #3: Hiring & Retention | 2026 State of the Industry
Eric Blazer
Operations leader at Paul Davis (West Coast)
Paul Davis
Episode: Deep Dive #3: Hiring & Retention | 2026 State of the Industry
Tony Scott
CEO of Proclaim Group
Proclaim Group
Episode: Deep Dive #3: Hiring & Retention | 2026 State of the Industry
Beth Thompson
VP of Experience at CORE
CORE
Episode: The Collective Returns: Bigger Ideas, Better Connections & AI
Dr. Catherine Perrault
Chief Medical Officer, Mesothelioma Center
Mesothelioma Center
Episode: The Asbestos Conversation Every Restoration Company Should Have
Shawn Hester
Director of Operations, Disaster Restoration Services and 1-800 Water Damage of Harrisburg
1-800 Water Damage / Disaster Restoration Services
Episode: Build the Workflow First: A Smarter Way to Scale Restoration
Katie Smith
CEO of PHC Restoration
PHC Restoration
Episode: Accountability Is Not a System
Aaron Brunko
President of Verisk Property and Restoration Solutions
Verisk Property and Restoration Solutions
Episode: The New Reality of Restoration: Fewer Claims, Smarter Tech
Justin Woodard
Owner and third-generation leader of Woodard Cleaning and Restoration
Woodard Cleaning and Restoration
Episode: BONUS: RIA at 80: Real Talk & What’s Coming Next | Phil & Michelle's Happy Hour

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Michelle Blevins
Publisher and host; engages with industry peers on restoration topics, growth, and strategy.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 17 ratings
  • Great podcast

    As a restoration business owner, I need the input of Michelle and her guests. Her weekly podcasts are a highlight of my week.

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    United States3 years ago

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The host and guests deliver actionable insights across AR, payments, and operations.
Listeners appreciate practical, battle-tested tactics that restore businesses can implement quickly.
Episodes often mix data-driven discussion with real-world stories that feel relevant and credible.

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The Asbestos Conversation Every Restoration Company Should Have
Q: What should restorers walk away with from this episode?
Contractors should recognize that asbestos is everywhere, assume presence on every site, educate their teams, and stay connected with qualified experts and reliable organizations to mitigate exposure and advocate for safety.
The Asbestos Conversation Every Restoration Company Should Have
Q: What resources exist for contractors to improve their understanding and handling of asbestos?
Resources include the RIA asbestos course, panel discussions with subject-matter experts, and regional guidance that emphasizes ongoing education and collaboration among contractors to raise awareness and improve safety standards.
The Asbestos Conversation Every Restoration Company Should Have
Q: What does good PPE and testing protocols look like in practice?
She outlines that PPE should be used consistently and appropriately based on the job, with testing performed by qualified labs across the site to ensure comprehensive sampling and proper abatement procedures.
The Asbestos Conversation Every Restoration Company Should Have
Q: What are some of the biggest misconceptions contractors have about asbestos?
The guest explains that asbestos exposure risk is not limited to old buildings or high-visibility locations; it can be present in many materials, and there is no truly safe threshold. Disturbing asbestos dramatically increases risk, so proper testing, PPE, and containment are essential rather than assuming a product is safe.
The Collective Returns: Bigger Ideas, Better Connections & AI
Q: What makes The Collective different for vendors, contractors, and carriers, and how do you communicate that value?
Beth explains that the event is intentionally designed from multiple perspectives to benefit each group, with an emphasis on ROI, practical sessions, and targeted engagement to ensure attendees get meaningful value beyond just socializing.

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What is Restoration Today about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show examines the business of restoration from the ground up, pairing a host with industry peers to explore growth, operations, and strategy. Episodes routinely tackle scaling, accounts receivable improvements, financial discipline, data-driven decision making, marketing, and leadership during consolidation. The conversations blend practical tactics (centralized estimating, workflow governance, and onboarding), real-world case studies, and industry trends (M&A, tech adoption, and staffing) to help restoration firms operate more efficiently, communicate more effectively with customers and insurers, and build durable value. A standout trait is the mix of practitioner-focused episodes with forward-looking topics like storm data platforms ... more

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1. Wayne Hudson
2. Eric Blazer
3. Tony Scott
4. Beth Thompson
5. Dr. Catherine Perrault
6. Shawn Hester
7. Katie Smith
8. Aaron Brunko

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