Restoration Today

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, hiring and recruiting, innovations in restoration, and tools of the trade. Plus, there will be some guaranteed laughs and heartfelt moments.

Restoration Today is a business podcast hosted by Michelle Blevins, with 427 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Michelle Blevins hosts Restoration Today, a business show with 427 episodes published.

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  Estimating in 2026 and Beyond | Restoration Master Class S4E9

  Sep 29, 202618 min

  Estimating is changing—and technology is moving fast. In the latest episode of the Restoration Master Class, sponsored by DocuSketch , Michelle & Chris Tilkov, of DocuSketch & AskAime , explore how technology and AI are transforming restoration estimating, from field capture to the final scope. What does the future look like? Faster data collection, smarter workflows, better integrations, and an “estimator in the loop”—where AI handles the mundane while human expertise remains essential.

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  Restoration Pulse Check LIVE! | September 25, 2026

  Sep 25, 202647 min

  The restoration industry is going through a tough stretch - but is this downturn really like the others? Michelle with Timothy Hull, CR and John Monroe, of Violand Management Associates , dig into what’s happening behind the scenes: what the companies struggling have in common, what the successful ones are doing differently, and whether anyone is truly immune. They talk about TPA dependence, claim volume, knowing your numbers, early warning signs, and perhaps most importantly - what owners can do when they realize something isn’t right.

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  Ready for CAT? The People, Capital & Partnerships You Need

  Sep 22, 202645 min

  Think you're ready for CAT work? There's a lot more to it than having enough equipment and being willing to travel. Mike Allred of Helixco and Parker Olsen of Atmos Drying Services dive into what it takes to successfully prepare for and execute large-loss and catastrophe restoration work—from cash flow and personnel to partnerships, equipment deployment, contracts and legal compliance. They also share why smaller contractors can benefit from teaming up with experienced partners and why building your CAT capabilities before disaster strikes is so important. Are you prepared to deliver?

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  Getting Paid: How AI Is Changing Restoration Collections

  Sep 15, 202645 min

  Getting the work done is only half the battle—getting paid for it is another. In this episode of Restoration Today, Carlos Ramirez, Doug Weatherman, and Max Pena, from JSTFYD , dive into one of restoration’s biggest pain points: the gap between what contractors document and what carriers actually pay. They discuss: How AI is being used on both sides of the claims process How restoration companies can fight back against denials and carrier tactics How automating collections can improve efficiency, profitability, and even EBITDA ..and MORE!

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  AI Gets the Headlines. Your Team Builds the Value. | Mini Motivation

  Sep 14, 202611 min

  AI and technology may be dominating the restoration conversation, but when it comes to building a valuable, sustainable company, people still matter most. Join Michelle and JT Kraai, of Exit Strategies 360 , in episode 3 of the Mini Motivation series and explore why strong leadership, team stability, employee tenure, and frontline training can have a greater impact on company value than simply having the latest technology. While AI can be a powerful tool, successful companies know how to use technology to support their people—not replace them.

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