An interview excerpt with Geron Smith, Director of Business Development Interviewer: How long should it take for a restoration company to respond to a problem? Geron: Well there’s two points that I’d like to talk about. One is when you have the first sign of the...
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The Local Perspective
An interview excerpt with Geron Smith, Director of Business Development Interviewer: What does ACT do from a local perspective? Geron: From a local perspective, probably the most common thing that we do is working with the insurance industry. So many of the losses...
Memorable Moments
An interview excerpt with Geron Smith, Director of Business Development Interviewer: What are some of the most memorable things you have seen at ACT? Geron: Well some of the most memorable things would have to be pet odor and damage. I did not know just how...
Insurance for Sump Pumps
An interview excerpt with Geron Smith, Director of Business Development Interviewer: Is water damage from a failed sump pump covered by my insurance? Geron: Sometimes it is, and in every situation like that we’ll ask them to consult their insurance company. Some...
Finding Mold
An interview excerpt with Geron Smith, Director of Business Development Interviewer: How do I know if there is mold present at my property? Geron: Well, there’s a couple of ways that I think people most commonly start questioning the mold issue and one is odor. I mean...
Finding the Right Company for You
An interview excerpt with Geron Smith, Director of Business Development Interviewer: How should I investigate a company I am considering using? Geron: There’s still this thing called the Better Business Bureau and I recommend that highly. Ask if there’s a member of...
Who to Call if You have a Mold Problem
An interview excerpt with Geron Smith, Director of Business Development Interviewer: If I have a mold problem, should I call my insurance agent first? Geron: We've got to remember that water losses and mold problems don’t always happen at the most convenient time....
Fixing your Own Water Damage
An interview excerpt with Geron Smith, Director of Business Development Interviewer: Should I fix my own water damage? Geron: That’s a great question because with insurance premiums going up, if people suffering higher premiums file a claim, they pay higher...
Certification Requirements
An interview excerpt with Geron Smith, Director of Business Development Interviewer: Do technicians have to be certified to handle water and mold damage? Geron: There’s not a license required in the state of Kansas to my knowledge for the mold side of it. And I don’t...