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DISASTER RESTORATION SERVICES RAISES $5,500 FOR THE CONNECTICUT FOOD BANK

(MIDDLETOWN, Conn. Sept. 20, 2017) – Disaster Restoration Services (DRS), a member company of DKI, North America’s largest disaster restoration contracting organization, announced that they successfully raised $5,500 for the Connecticut Food Bank and Connecticut Burns Care Foundation through hosting their first annual charity golf tournament.

The 18-hole tournament was held on August 17, 2017 at Lyman Orchards Golf Club in Middletown, Conn. Golfers competed in a scramble-format with prizes awarded for putting, longest drive, hole-in-one, and first and last places. All proceeds went to each charity.

The checks were presented at the Connecticut Food Bank on September 7, 2017. Tammy Strong, vice president of DRS, was joined by Mia Freedenfeld of the Food Bank and Kathleen Gerrity of the Connecticut Burns Care Foundation to each receive $2,750 to help support their charity work.

About Disaster Restoration Services

Disaster Restoration Services (DRS) can take any disaster clean up from start to finish. DRS is available 24/7 and services all of Connecticut. DRS provides services for: Water Mitigation, Fire Damage Clean Up, Storm Damage Clean Up and Mold Remediation. Not only can DRS do the mitigation, but DRS can also handle the remodel. Doing Restoration Strong! For more information, visit www.drscleanup.com or www.facebook.com/drscleanupllc.

About the Connecticut Burns Care Foundation

The mission of the Connecticut Burns Care Foundation (CBCF) is to promote burn prevention and help burn survivors lead productive and successful lives through the Children’s Burn Camp. The CBCF operates the Children’s Burn Camp for children ages 8 through 18, to promote self-discovery, build self-esteem and help children achieve a successful future despite challenges caused by their burn injuries. For more information, visit www.ctburnsfoundation.org.

About the Connecticut Food Bank

Founded in 1982 in New Haven, the Connecticut Food Bank is an affiliate of Feeding America. It partners with food retailers, growers, donors and volunteers to source food and distribute it through a network of community-based programs, including food pantries, soup kitchens, and emergency shelters that serve adults and children, as well through its Mobile Pantry, GROW Truck and Kids’ BackPack programs. To learn more, visit www.ctfoodbank.org.

About DKI
DKI, headquartered in Chicago, is the largest disaster restoration contracting organization in North America. DKI franchise member companies provide full service restoration to their customers: emergency response, water damage mitigation, fire and contents cleaning, mold remediation, complete reconstruction and much more, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. DKI returns damaged property to its pre-loss condition quickly and efficiently, delivering complete satisfaction to its consumer, insurance, and corporate customers. For more information about DKI, visit its website at www.dkiservices.com.

DKI’S CREWS ARE READY TO ASSIST THOSE AFFECTED BY HURRICANE HARVEY

(ELK GROVE VILLAGE., Ill. August 25, 2017) – DKI, North America’s largest disaster restoration contracting organization, is ready to assist those who have been affected by Hurricane Harvey.

Harvey has strengthened into a category 3 hurricane, and is forecast to make landfall along the Texas coast Friday evening or early Saturday morning. Devastatingly severe rain and flooding, winds and storm surge are the major concerns along the Gulf Coast and surrounding areas.

With DKI’s national footprint and its resources, DKI has the capability to access affected areas and respond immediately to any size loss.

If you or someone you know is impacted, please call DKI’s 24-hour emergency line 866-277-2977.

About DKI

DKI, headquartered in Chicago, is the largest disaster restoration contracting organization in North America. DKI franchise member companies provide full service restoration to their customers: emergency response, water damage mitigation, fire and contents cleaning, mold remediation, complete reconstruction and much more, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. DKI returns damaged property to its pre-loss condition quickly and efficiently, delivering complete satisfaction to its consumer, insurance, and corporate customers. For more information about DKI, visit its website at www.dkiservices.com.

BLUE RIVER RESTORATION JOINS THE DKI NETWORK

(ELK GROVE VILLAGE., Ill., July 7, 2017) – DKI, North America’s largest disaster restoration contracting organization, announced that Blue River Restoration of Indianapolis, Ind. has joined the DKI network, as of June 30, 2017.

By virtue of its DKI franchise membership, Blue River can employ DKI’s 24-hour call center, claims tracking technology, and other tools to enhance its ability to serve its insurance and corporate customers. The new member company also gains access to DKI’s training seminars and workshops, which ensure that it remains abreast of all changes in this rapidly evolving industry.

“We are excited to welcome Blue River into our growing DKI network,” said Charles Ebersole, DKI’s CEO. “Their commitment to excellent customer service, professionalism and sense of urgency parallels our solid reputation of service and quality. We look forward to working with them for many years to come.”

Blue River Owner Terry Morgan is pleased that the company has been recognized by DKI as a quality restoration firm, meeting the high standards of DKI. Being a part of the DKI network provides them the opportunity to work in partnership with other quality organizations. The DKI network allows Blue River to expand their scope of service, introduces them to new markets and ensures the company’s success long into the future.

In addition to the benefits of DKI’s technology and training capabilities, Blue River will also be able to utilize the DKI branding in its marketing efforts, participate in its various co-op programs, and leverage DKI’s corporate marketing efforts.

About Blue River Restoration

Blue River Restoration, a sector of HIS Management Corp. Inc., is an experienced, nationwide general contractor based in Indianapolis, IN. Their core service areas are focused in the environmental remediation, civil construction and industrial services markets. Blue River strongly believes that integrity is at the core of every action they take in order to achieve the objectives of their customers. For more information, visit www.hisconstructors.com.

About DKI
DKI, headquartered in Chicago, is the largest disaster restoration contracting organization in North America. DKI franchise member companies provide full service restoration to their customers: emergency response, water damage mitigation, fire and contents cleaning, mold remediation, complete reconstruction and much more, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. DKI returns damaged property to its pre-loss condition quickly and efficiently, delivering complete satisfaction to their consumer, insurance, and corporate customers. For more information about DKI, visit www.dkiservices.com. If you are a property restoration expert, interested in becoming a DKI member, call (866) 233-9433.

A&J Property Restoration Expands into Milwaukee

(GLENDALE, Wis. June 27, 2017) – A&J Property Restoration, a member company of DKI, North America’s largest disaster restoration contracting organization, is excited to announce they have expanded with a new, full-service location in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, starting June 15, 2017.

A&J has been serving residents and businesses throughout Southern Wisconsin for more than 30 years.

Opening in the Milwaukee marketplace allows A&J to better provide its emergency services for fire and water restoration, mold remediation, and sewage cleanup to its clients, and be more accessible to others in need.

“We are very excited to open in the Milwaukee area. We have worked there remotely from Madison for many years, and we feel it’s time to open a hub office to better serve our current clients and to expand A&J,” said Owner Kent Rawhouser.

The new facility is located at 6055 N. Flint Rd, Unit 5 in Glendale, Wis.

About A&J Property Restoration

Founded in 1984, A&J is now a leader in the restoration industry serving all of south-central Wisconsin. As a full-service restoration company, they are experts in mold remediation, water, fire and sewage damage restoration, as well as commercial carpet cleaning and specialty warehouse/industrial cleaning projects. To learn more, visit www.ajrestores.com.

About DKI
DKI, headquartered in Chicago, is the largest disaster restoration contracting organization in North America. DKI franchise member companies provide full service restoration to their customers: emergency response, water damage mitigation, fire and contents cleaning, mold remediation, complete reconstruction and much more, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. DKI returns damaged property to its pre-loss condition quickly and efficiently, delivering complete satisfaction to their residential, insurance, and corporate customers. For more information about DKI, visit www.dkiservices.com.

NETWORK PROPERTY RESTORATION RECEIVES 2017 BEST OF NORTH CHARLESTON AWARD

(North Charleston, S.C. June 13, 2017) – Network Property Restoration, a member company of DKI, North America’s largest disaster restoration contracting organization, has been selected for the 2017 Best of North Charleston Award in the Water Damage Restoration Service category by the North Charleston Award Program.

Each year, the North Charleston Award Program identifies companies that they believe have achieved exceptional marketing success in their local community and business category. These are local companies that enhance the positive image of small business through service to their customers and our community. These exceptional companies help make the North Charleston area a great place to live, work and play.

Various sources of information were gathered and analyzed to choose the winners in each category. The 2017 North Charleston Award Program focuses on quality, not quantity. Winners are determined based on the information gathered both internally by the North Charleston Award Program and data provided by third parties.

About Network Property Restoration

Network Property Restoration is a 24/7/365 full-service restoration company that takes a very “hands-on” approach, allowing the restoration process to flow smoothly for the owner, management company, and/or adjusting firm. Through years of experience, Network’s expert technicians can get any damaged home or business back to its original shape. Its staff has the right knowledge and state-of-the-art equipment to handle any size emergency. To learn more, visit www.networkisready.com.

About North Charleston Award Program

The North Charleston Award Program is an annual awards program recognizing and honoring the achievements and accomplishments of local businesses throughout the North Charleston area. The organization works exclusively with local business owners, trade groups, professional associations and other business advertising and marketing groups. Their mission is to recognize the small business community’s contributions to the U.S. economy.

Compleat Restorations Earns Top Performer Award

(Ephrata, Penn., June 8, 2017) – Compleat Restorations, a member company of DKI, North America’s largest disaster restoration contracting organization, proudly announced their achievement for Contractor Connection’s Top Performer for 2016.

The Top Performer Award is given out each year to performance leaders who display overall excellence measured by customer service scores, professionalism in communication and cooperation.

Compleat received their ribbon and the symbolic “Golden Hammer” lapel pin with a special recognition during the general session at the 2017 Contractor Connection Conference & Expo on June 7.

“We are honored to receive recognition for superior performance and response. You only achieve something like this through a well-orchestrated, concerted effort. I’m proud of our team for their dedication to excellence,” said President and Owner Cliff Ellis.

As a 2016 Top Performer, Compleat will be invited to Chicago in September to attend Contractor Connection’s two-day Top Performer Symposium event.

About Compleat Restorations

Since 1978, Compleat Restorations has been providing property restoration services to businesses and homeowners throughout Central Pennsylvania following emergencies due to water, fire, storm, sewage, vandalism, and more. Compleat is family-owned and operated, and with a team of trained experts, they set the standard for customer care with a guaranteed 2-hour emergency on-site response time. As a member company of DKI’s national network since 1991, Compleat has the manpower and resources to handle losses of any size. For more information, visit www.compleatrestorations.com.

About Contractor Connection

Contractor Connection, an industry leader in contractor managed repair and home improvement services, provides insurance carriers and consumers a national network of residential and commercial contractors that are vetted and managed for performance, measuring quality, timeliness and customer satisfaction.

DKI Volunteers to Pack Over 100,000 Life-Saving Meals for Feed My Starving Children

(ELK GROVE VILLAGE, Ill., June 6, 2017) – DKI, North America’s largest disaster restoration contracting organization, is pleased to announce DKI member company, J.C. Restoration (JCR), exceeded their goal for the second consecutive year, packing over 100,000 meals for Feed My Starving Children (FMCS) on Friday, June 2, 2017.

The MobilePack was held at JCR’s Rolling Meadows, IL campus. DKI and over 400 other community members generously volunteered to package vacuum-sealed meals, consisting of vitamins, veggies, soy and rice, designed to meet the needs of severely malnourished children for an entire year. The day was filled with music, friendly competitions between the many packing stations, and food and beverage, provided by several sponsors.

Each year, JCR sets a goal to pack 100,000 of these meals. This year, they successfully surpassed it with 101,088 meals, enough to feed 276 children every day for an entire year.

About Feed My Starving Children

Founded in 1987 as a Christian non-profit, Feed My Starving Children tackles world hunger by sending volunteer-packed, nutritious meals to 70 countries, where they’re used to operate orphanages, schools, clinics and feeding programs to break the cycle of poverty. The Minnesota-based charity spends 92 percent of total donations directly on feeding the hungry, and has earned the highest four-star rating from Charity Navigator for ten consecutive years. To learn more, visit www.fmsc.org.

About J.C. Restoration
J.C. Restoration is one of the fastest growing independent restoration companies in the Midwest. Since 1982, JCR has been successfully restoring damaged properties in the greater Chicagoland area for thousands of home and business owners. JCR offers complete emergency mitigation and restoration services for properties affected by water, fire, smoke, storms, and mold. Emergency Response Teams are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week – with vehicles fully stocked and ready for immediate dispatch. To learn more about J.C. Restoration, please call 800.956.8844 or visit www.jcr24.com.

About DKI
DKI, headquartered in Chicago, is the largest disaster restoration contracting organization in North America. DKI franchise member companies provide full service restoration to their customers: emergency response, water damage mitigation, fire and contents cleaning, mold remediation, complete reconstruction and much more, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. DKI returns damaged property to its pre-loss condition quickly and efficiently, delivering complete satisfaction to our consumer, insurance, and corporate customers. For more information about DKI, visit www.dkiservices.com.

CERTIFIED CLEANING AND RESTORATION, INC. JOINS THE DKI NETWORK

(ELK GROVE VILLAGE., Ill., June 6, 2017) – DKI, North America’s largest disaster restoration contracting organization, today announced that Certified Cleaning and Restoration, Inc. (CCR) of New Orleans, L.A. has joined the DKI network, as of June 1, 2017.

By virtue of its DKI franchise membership, CCR can employ DKI’s 24-hour call center, claims tracking technology, and other tools to enhance its ability to serve its insurance and corporate customers. The new member company also gains access to DKI’s training seminars and workshops, which ensure that it remains abreast of all changes in this rapidly evolving industry.

“We are excited to welcome CCR into our growing DKI network,” said Charles Ebersole, DKI’s CEO. “Their commitment to excellent customer service, professionalism and sense of urgency parallels our solid reputation of service and quality. We look forward to working with them for many years to come.”

CCR Owner Danny Haag is pleased that the company has been recognized by DKI as a quality restoration firm, meeting the high standards of DKI. Being a part of the DKI network provides them the opportunity to work in partnership with other quality organizations. The DKI network allows CCR to expand their scope of service, introduces them to new markets and ensures the company’s success long into the future.

In addition to the benefits of DKI’s technology and training capabilities, CCR will also be able to utilize the DKI branding in its marketing efforts, participate in its various co-op programs, and leverage DKI’s corporate marketing efforts.

About Certified Cleaning and Restoration, Inc.

Located in the heart of New Orleans, CCR has provided disaster response and restoration solutions and services for over 20 years. They have the experience and knowledge to restore their clients’ homes and businesses, no matter what size loss. They also have successfully managed specific environmental needs for institutional agencies, state government, manufacturing plants, multi-family developments, and municipalities. For more information, visit www.ccr-la.com.

About DKI
DKI, headquartered in Chicago, is the largest disaster restoration contracting organization in North America. DKI franchise member companies provide full service restoration to their customers: emergency response, water damage mitigation, fire and contents cleaning, mold remediation, complete reconstruction and much more, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. DKI returns damaged property to its pre-loss condition quickly and efficiently, delivering complete satisfaction to their consumer, insurance, and corporate customers. For more information about DKI, visit www.dkiservices.com. If you are a property restoration expert, interested in becoming a DKI member, call (866) 233-9433.

PLATINUM RESTORATION JOINS THE DKI NETWORK

(ELK GROVE VILLAGE., Ill., June 5, 2017) – DKI, North America’s largest disaster restoration contracting organization, today announced that Platinum Restoration Contractors, Inc. of Cleveland, Ohio has joined the DKI network, as of June 1, 2017.

By virtue of its DKI franchise membership, Platinum Restoration can employ DKI’s 24-hour call center, claims tracking technology, and other tools to enhance its ability to serve its insurance and corporate customers. The new member company also gains access to DKI’s training seminars and workshops, which ensure that it remains abreast of all changes in this rapidly evolving industry.

“We are excited to welcome Platinum Restoration into our growing DKI network,” said Charles Ebersole, DKI’s CEO. “Platinum Restoration’s commitment to excellent customer service, professionalism and sense of urgency parallels our solid reputation of service and quality. We look forward to working with them for many years to come.”

Platinum Restoration Owner Michelle Santiago is pleased that the company has been recognized by DKI as a quality restoration firm, meeting the high standards of DKI. Being a part of the DKI network provides them the opportunity to work in partnership with other quality organizations. The DKI network allows Platinum Restoration to expand their scope of service, introduces them to new markets and ensures the company’s success long into the future.

In addition to the benefits of DKI’s technology and training capabilities, Platinum Restoration will also be able to utilize the DKI branding in its marketing efforts, participate in its various co-op programs, and leverage DKI’s corporate marketing efforts.

Platinum Restoration has two locations in Elyria and North Ridgeville, OH.

About Platinum Restoration Contractors, Inc.

Platinum Restoration is a locally owned contractor, specializing in both commercial and residential insurance restoration projects. They offer water damage restoration & emergency restoration services to clients in Cleveland, OH and surrounding areas such as Cuyahoga, Lorain, Huron, Erie, and Medina counties. Their team has over 15 years of experience in the insurance restoration industry, and are trained and ready to facilitate any project no matter the magnitude. For more information, visit www.callplatinumrestoration.net.

About DKI
DKI, headquartered in Chicago, is the largest disaster restoration contracting organization in North America. DKI franchise member companies provide full service restoration to their customers: emergency response, water damage mitigation, fire and contents cleaning, mold remediation, complete reconstruction and much more, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. DKI returns damaged property to its pre-loss condition quickly and efficiently, delivering complete satisfaction to their consumer, insurance, and corporate customers. For more information about DKI, visit www.dkiservices.com. If you are a property restoration expert, interested in becoming a DKI member, call (866) 233-9433.

Tuckey Restoration Earns Top Performer Award

(Carlisle, Penn., May 16, 2017) – Tuckey Restoration, a member company of DKI, North America’s largest disaster restoration contracting organization, proudly announced their recognition as a Contractor Connection Top Performer for 2016 based on their dedication to quality and excellence in service.

The Top Performer Award is given out each year to performance leaders who display overall excellence measured by a range of factors, including customer service scores, professionalism in communication and cooperation.

“We are honored to receive this prestigious award from a national industry organization,” said Matt Tuckey, business development director for the Tuckey Companies. “This affirms our commitment to building strong relationships with our customers by providing superior service on every project.”

Tuckey Restoration will receive a “Top Performer” ribbon and “Golden Hammer” lapel pin with a special recognition during the general session at the 2017 Contractor Connection Conference & Expo in June. As an award winner, they will also be invited to Chicago in September to attend Contractor Connection’s two-day Top Performer Symposium event.

About Tuckey Restoration, Inc.

Tuckey Restoration provides emergency clean up, remediation, restoration, and reconstruction services after fire, water, or storm damage, as well general construction services. The company also offers industry-recognized expertise on air quality issues involving mold remediation, as well as concept development, project design services, facility maintenance, historic preservation, and new construction. You can learn more about Tuckey Restoration at www.tuckey.com.

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