Passing PRV on the First Try

By Cassidy Kuchenbecker

Consultants dislike failing a project as much as a contractor dislikes having failed one. Consider this article a cheat sheet, and take a dispassionate view of business practices and those of preferred consultants.  

Restoration Issues in a Hospital Setting

By Jeff Skrilow, CR, WLS

Restoration contractors face a unique set of issues when working in a hospital setting. The project must not only take into account the health and safety of the occupants, but also its special needs such as available space, the redirection of patients, scheduling of procedures and risk management.

Rain, Rain Go Away!

By Patricia L. Harman

In early May, several days of excessive rain turned Nashville into an American version of Venice, Italy, where travel by boat was easier than by vehicle. RIA members were onsite working on a wide variety of projects throughout the city and here are some of their stories.

Corrosive Drywall Crisis Creates Remediation Opportunities – Part 2
By Allan Burt

Chinese drywall arrived on the scene in 1999, but corrosion and health issues were not apparent until mid 2008. Recent reports from government agencies provide some guidance for restoration contractors, but there is still much to be learned.