Celebrating Leadership: Jen Goe and EWI of Spokane

Jen Goe, EWI President Spokane

At Disaster Response, we’re honored to celebrate the achievements and community involvement of our employees, particularly those who embody our core values. This year, we’re proud to recognize Jen Goe, our Sales Director, as she steps into the role of President of the Executive Women International (EWI) Spokane Chapter for 2024-2025. Jen’s journey with EWI […]

Rebuilding Florida After Hurricane Helene and Milton

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In the wake of two powerful hurricanes, Helene and Milton, Disaster Response has once again proven its commitment to emergency property restoration by sending its elite CAT (Catastrophe) Team to Florida. With a robust team of 16 highly skilled employees from Idaho and 200 team members hired from Florida to help, the company has been […]

How to Handle a Burst Water Pipe: 8 Steps to Minimize Water Damage

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A burst water pipe can turn your day upside down in minutes, causing extensive damage to your home. Whether the flood is caused by frozen pipes, aging plumbing, or unexpected bursts, fast action is crucial to minimize damage. At Disaster Response, we specialize in handling water damage restoration for residential and commercial properties. Here’s a […]

Navigating Restoration Insurance Claims

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Comprehensive Guide to Navigating Insurance Claims for Home Restoration When disaster strikes, homeowners often face the daunting task of navigating insurance claims. Understanding the intricacies of insurance coverage is crucial for a smoother recovery process, ensuring you get your life back on track sooner. This article explores the types of insurance coverage for common restoration […]

Disaster Response and Partners Unite to Fulfill Veteran’s Final Wish

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     As we near the end of 2023 and the holiday season, we share a heartwarming story of our Boise Disaster Response team fulfilling a Veteran’s final wish after he bravely battled Stage IV cancer.      George Satter was an Army Veteran diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in 2019. He and his wife, Ginger […]

Building Disaster Kits with Care

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When disaster strikes and property damage occurs, families often have little time to gather essential items before evacuating their homes. This is why our team at Disaster Response has curated and assembled Disaster Kits for families displaced from their homes after fire and/or water damage. The immediate aftermath of a family’s home being affected by fire or water damage can […]

Rebuilding Hope: Disaster Response in Montpelier and Barre, Vermont

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The resilience of communities in the face of disaster is a testament to the human spirit. When catastrophe strikes, the journey of restoration can be long and arduous, but it is the collective effort of restoration teams like Team DR that helps rebuild communities. In July 2023, Team DR dispatched to Montpelier and Barre, Vermont, […]

Essential Summer Home Tips for Maintenance and Property Damage Prevention

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As the scorching summer heat sets in, it’s essential to ensure that your home is well-maintained and protected against potential property damage. From extreme temperatures to summer storms, the summer season in the Northwest (Idaho, Oregon, and Washington) poses unique challenges that require proactive measures. Let’s explore valuable tips and strategies to help you maintain […]

Professionalism counts when hiring a disaster cleanup company

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Your home is likely the most valuable thing you own. It is where you share treasured moments with those you love, reading to your child at night, making dinner with your partner, laughing over a drink with friends. Although home is most people’s safe space, there is no guarantee that a fire, flood, or severe […]

Property damage and insurance: What to do

Property damage and insurance

For a quick guide and a loss list sheet, click HERE to download the PDF.  The following article covers what to do when property damages happen, and how to work with your insurance company to ensure the maximum reimbursement. Home-ownership has copious benefits as opposed to renting, but that is no secret.  From making renovations […]