Ed Denton

Employee Spotlight: Meet Ed Denton

Ed Denton joined Reynolds Restoration Services team in 2017 as a mitigation technician before being promoted to emergency services field supervisor in March 2020. As an emergency services field supervisor, Ed is responsible for overseeing emergency projects to ensure clients’ needs are met every time. Ed also works closely with the field teams making sure […]

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How to Inspect Fire Extinguishers

 One of the most important pieces of equipment in your home or office is a fire extinguisher. Portable fire extinguishers are great tools to include as part of your fire safety plan. When used properly, they can stop small fires from spreading through a building, reduce damages to property and most importantly, save lives. […]

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How to Get Rid of Ice Dams: Prevention and Remedies

Icicles hanging over the roofs and eaves of homes may look beautiful in the winter months, but icicles also signify a problem with roof drainage. If not addressed, icicles can lead to ice dams that can cause damages to homes and even injury if not remedied. What is an Ice Dam? Ice dams form when […]

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Common Water Damage in a Home and Business

According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Association, as little as six inches of water can sweep someone off their feet, and 12 inches of water can move a small vehicle. SUVs, vans, and trucks will get swept away in 18 to 24 inches of water. Water can also be destructive to buildings, homes, and other structures from a rainfall, tropical storm, […]

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Shawn Ostrich

Employee Spotlight: Meet Shawn Ostrich

Shawn Ostrich joined the Reynolds Restoration Services team in 2016 as a project manager. Since his hire nearly five years ago, Shawn has taken on different roles including senior project manager and director of construction before moving into his current position as vice president of operations. As VP of operations, Shawn oversees the workflow, processes, […]

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basement mold

5 Tips to Prevent Mold in Winter

As the winter months approach, many home and business owners think mold issues will disappear. After all, household mold is most commonly discovered during hot, humid months. You may be surprised to learn that mold can thrive in colder months. But why does mold grow in the winter? And how do you prevent mold in […]

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smoke damage

How to Remove Smoke Odor After a Fire

 According to the National Fire Protection Association, there are more than 350,000 house fires a year. For homeowners who have experienced a loss due to a fire, the cleanup and recovery can be challenging. Smoke residue can build up and leave a lingering unpleasant odor and if left untreated, can be hard to remove. […]

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Do You Have an Emergency Response Plan for Your Business?

According to the Federal Emergency Management Agency, it is estimated that nearly 40% of businesses never reopen after experiencing a disaster caused by a fire, flood, severe storm, or another extreme event. And of those that do, 25% will shut down within two years. Those are startling statistics, but business owners that have an emergency […]

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Julie Strong and Kaileigh Colwell

Reynolds Restoration Services Announces Two Additions to Leadership Team

Reynolds Restoration Services, the premier disaster restoration and reconstruction company in the mid-Atlantic region, announces the addition of Controller Julie Strong and Human Resources Manager Kaileigh Colwell. Both positions are new for Reynolds Restoration Services as a result of the recent change of ownership. Strong previously served as controller for several companies in Texas before […]

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Top Causes of a House Fire

According to the National Fire Protection Association, every 24 seconds a fire department in the United States is called out to respond to a fire. In 2019, fires caused more than $14.8 billion in property damages. While scary, most house fires are preventable. The first step in fire prevention is understanding what causes home fires […]

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