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•20 November, 2024
Top 5 Job Estimation Software for Restoration Professionals in 2025
Staying ahead in the restoration industry often means embracing the latest technology—and for many restorers, that starts with upgrading their estimating software. The right tools cut through confusing workflows, making claims simpler and faster than ever before.
To find out which estimating tools actually deliver, we surveyed a wide range of restorers—from small independents to major market leaders—for our 2024 C&R State of the Industry Report. Their feedback shines a light on the estimating

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Top 5 Job Estimation Software for Restoration Professionals in 2025
Staying ahead in the restoration industry often means embracing the latest technology—and for many restorers, that starts with upgrading their estimating software. The right tools cut through confusing workflows, making claims simpler and faster than ever before.
To find out which estimating tools actually deliver, we surveyed a wide range of restorers—from small independents to major market leaders—for our 2024 C&R State of the Industry Report. Their feedback shines a light on the estimating

Water Restoration Training : 8 Best SOPs for New Water Technicians
Throwing someone into the water and hoping they learn how to swim is not exactly an effective or enjoyable experience. So why does this method sound familiar when it comes to water restoration training?
New water technicians are frequently dropped into the deep end without formal guidance or standardized procedures. And the problem is too expensive to ignore.
The cost of bad onboarding can set a company back over $13,000, as it often takes 8+ weeks for water techs to become productive in the

magicplan and KnowHow Announce Strategic Partnership to Enhance Project Management Solutions
Montreal, Canada, April 15, 2024 – magicplan, the leading provider of real-time sketching and documentation technology, is thrilled to announce a new strategic partnership with KnowHow, an easy-to-use platform that helps the restoration industry onboard, upskill, and optimize its workforce with instant in-field guidance. This collaboration is set to revolutionize how professionals approach project management and execution, leveraging the strengths of both companies to offer a comprehensive, inte

RIA Welcomes KnowHow as Affinity Partner, Elevating Industry Training
Mt. Laurel, NJ, March 2024 - The RIA is pleased to announce a new Affinity Partnership with KnowHow to provide value to RIA members and their workforces through an easy-to-use app that makes onboarding new hires faster, reduces downtime on-site, and boosts overall productivity.
RIA members may now receive a discount on Implementation Services when they get started with KnowHow, where KnowHow’s team of process-driven experts help to capture company expertise and get it ready to share with their

The 5 Best Restoration Training SOPs for New Estimators
Starting as an estimator without the proper restoration training can feel like trying to drink from a firehose. But how can disaster restoration estimator training stay ahead when the role of an estimator is constantly evolving?
The complexities of an estimator’s job have increased just as fast as technology has—and the hose isn’t shutting off any time soon. With endless tools and software to learn and each insurance company imposing its own set of requirements, it’s no surprise that estimator

KnowHow Library Expands to Include CoreLogic Claims How-To
KnowHow Library Expands to Include CoreLogic Claims How-To
[CALGARY, AB] – KnowHow, in its ongoing collaboration with CoreLogic®, is pleased to announce the addition of CoreLogic® Claims Workspace™ and CoreLogic® Claims Estimate™ (formerly Symbility® Claims Connect™ and Mobile Claims™) resources into its library of restoration expertise. This expansion of expert-written how-to content in the KnowHow platform addresses the growing demand for user-friendly support resources that help restoration

