September 3-5, 2025
Las Vegas, NV

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Fall 2024 Restoration Pavilion Schedule

Restoration Pavilion: Showcasing Expertise and Innovation

Welcome to the Restoration Pavilion, where a diverse array of demonstrations will highlight the latest techniques, technologies, and best practices in the restoration industry. This year, we are proud to present a comprehensive program designed to educate, inspire, and equip professionals with the knowledge and skills they need to excel in their field. A key focus of this year's presentations is the critical role of inspecting and assessing in the restoration process.

Demonstrators will be sharing tip sheets, job aides, and more so that you have tools to take back, share, and make an impact with your company and teams.

Meet Our MCs
Rachel Adams, Director of Education, Clean Care Restoration Academy
Barry Costa, Owner and Instructor, Costa Group Education
Klark Brown, Owner, Restoration Advisers
Claudia Lezell, President, Inspections Too, Inc

Special thanks to Lisa Lavender and John Perella for coordinating the Fall 2024 Restoration Pavilion!

Exhibit Hours

September 4
2:30 PM - 6:30 PM
September 5
2:30 PM - 6:30 PM
September 6
12:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Date/Time

Track Title

Speakers

Wednesday
9/4/2024
2:45 PM - 3:45 PM

The Holistic Approach to Floor Failure Avoidance

Claudia Lezell,
Inspections Too, Inc.

Wednesday
9/4/2024
3:45 PM - 4:15 PM

Wall Detectives: The Art of Moisture Detection and Complexities

Chuck Dewald,
E3 Drying Academy

Wednesday
9/4/2024
4:15 PM - 5:15 PM

Drying Dynamics: A Trio of Techniques

Rachel Adams, Clean Care Restoration Academy
Branden Adams, Amerestore
John Perella, Lever360

Wednesday
9/4/2024
5:15 PM - 6:15 PM

ICRA 2.0: Elevating Infection Control in Medical Facilities

Branden Adams,
Amerestore

Thursday
9/5/2024
3:00 PM - 3:45 PM

Up on the Roof Safely: Ensuring Compliance and Preventing Falls

Barry Rice, Signal Restoration
John Perella, Lever360

Thursday
9/5/2024
3:45 PM - 4:45 PM

Up on the Roof: Roof Assembly & Damage

John Perella,
Lever360

Thursday
9/5/2024
4:45 PM - 5:45 PM

Managing Asbestos for the Restoration Industry

Barry Rice,
Signal Restoration

Thursday
9/5/2024
5:45 PM - 6:30 PM

Discolorations - How to Repair Bleach Spots on Carpet

Melody David,
Americolor Corp

Friday
9/6/2024
12:15 PM - 1:15 PM

Contents Packout & Restoration: Mastering the Essentials

Annissa Coy,
Firehouse Education

The Holistic Approach to Floor Failure Avoidance

Join us for an enlightening session on "The Holistic Approach to Floor Failure Avoidance," where you'll gain a comprehensive understanding of how industry standards, trade practices, and interconnected industries contribute to the avoidance of failures. This session is designed to provide you with a holistic view of floor failure avoidance, emphasizing the interconnectedness of various trades and industries. Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your knowledge and improve your flooring related strategies.

Key Takeaways:

Industry Standards and Trade Practices: Get an overview of how various industry standards and prudent care practices relate to interconnected industries.
Chain of Custody and Responsibility: Discover how the responsibilities of different trades and industries impact the success of flooring installations, making this seminar highly relevant to your daily work.
Avoiding Unintended Consequences: Learn valuable tips on how to prevent the unintended consequences of flooring failures.
Comprehensive Learning: Understand why flooring, by surface area, is the largest and often most misunderstood product within the built environment.
Strategic Pre-Inspection: Learn the importance of pre-inspection and evaluation before cleaning and restoring flooring. This strategic move keeps you informed and prepared for potential challenges.
Cost Avoidance: Gain insights that will help you avoid costly floor failures post-project execution.

INSPECT & ASSESS: When is a floor not just a floor? Inspect and Assess the building assembly to avoid flooring failures.

Contents Packout & Restoration: Mastering the Essentials

Dive into the crucial process of contents packout and restoration with our comprehensive demonstration. Learn best practices for efficiently managing, packing, and restoring contents from disaster-affected properties. This session will guide you through every step, from initial assessment and documentation to transport, storage, and final restoration techniques, ensuring you can provide thorough and professional service to your clients.

Key Takeaways:

Initial Assessment and Documentation
Pack Out Strategy and Techniques
Efficient Transport and Storage Solutions
Restoration Techniques
Quality Control and Client Experience

INSPECT & ASSESS: Inspect and Assess to determine restorability, prevent further damage and determine cleaning method.

Discolorations - How to Repair Bleach Spots on Carpet

Elevate your restoration services by learning to repair bleach discolorations. In this demonstration, you'll learn how to restore bleach stained carpet, offering your client and money saving option to replacement. Spot dyeing is a highly sought-after skill that can set your business apart, providing you with a competitive edge in the restoration industry. Join us to discover the techniques, tools, and tips needed to become a carpet dyer.

Key Takeaways:

Understanding Spot Dyeing
- Learn the fundamentals of spot dyeing and its importance in the restoration industry.
- Understand the different types of discolorations that can be corrected through spot dyeing.
Dyeing Tools and materials
- Familiarize yourself with the essential tools and materials required for spot dyeing.
- Understand the importance of using high-quality dyes for optimal results.
Practical demonstration
- Watch a step-by-step demonstration of spot dyeing, covering common scenarios and challenges.
- See firsthand how easy spot dyeing can be.
Expanding Your Service Offerings
- Learn how to incorporate spot dyeing into your existing services to offer clients a comprehensive solution.
- Discover the business benefits of spot dyeing, including increased client satisfaction and revenue opportunities.
Client Communication and Education
- Understand how to educate clients about the benefits of spot dyeing and set realistic expectations.
- Learn effective communication strategies to explain the process and outcomes to clients.

INSPECT & ASSESS: Inspect and Assess the fibers to determine the approach and our ability to spot dye.

Managing Asbestos for the Restoration Industry

Asbestos management is a critical component in the restoration industry, requiring diligence and adherence to strict regulations to prevent hazardous exposure. This session will guide you through essential strategies to effectively manage asbestos in your projects, from prevention to advanced techniques. You'll learn how to protect your team, comply with regulations, and avoid costly fines while ensuring the safety.

Key Takeaways:

Prevention
- Recognize the importance of preventing asbestos fibers from becoming airborne.
- Understand the necessity of conducting an asbestos survey before cutting or tearing out materials that may contain asbestos.
Identifying Suspect materials
- Know the common materials that may contain asbestos, such as drywall, popcorn ceilings, stucco, and vinyl flooring.
- Learn the importance of consulting with local OSHA or EPA offices if unsure about materials.
Sampling Suspect materials
- Navigating Asbestos Regulations
- Training and Certification
- Applying Techniques in Restoration

INSPECT & ASSESS: Inspect and Assess building materials you will disturb to protect employees and comply with EPA/OSHA regulations.

ICRA 2.0: Elevating Infection Control in Medical Facilities

Infection control in medical facilities is critical for patient safety and health. This session will highlight the importance of following ICRA 2.0 guidelines and the necessary project work elements.

Key Takeaways:

Understand the significance of ICRA 2.0 guidelines.
Learn why these standards set restoration companies apart.
Explore project work elements such as containments, negative air pressure differentials, and cleaning procedures.

INSPECT & ASSESS: Inspect and Assess is the jobsite clean?

Up on the Roof Safely: Ensuring Compliance and Preventing Falls

Join us for an essential demonstration on roof safety, where we will delve into the critical aspects of fall protection and the measures needed to prevent falls when working on residential roofs. Given the significant variations in roof heights, slopes, and shapes, it's imperative to understand OSHA requirements and the options available to stay compliant and safe. This session will cover practical fall protection strategies and demonstrations focusing on residential roofs that typically lack permanent fall protection anchors or railings.

Key Takeaways:

Understanding OSHA Fall Protection Requirements
Identifying Risks and Tasks for Restorers
Exploring Fall Protection Options with Demonstrations for Residential Roofs
Practical Tips for Roof Work

INSPECT & ASSESS: Inspect and Assess roofs for structural integrity and the need for fall protection.

Up on the Roof: Roof Assembly & Damage

The Insurance Information Institute reports that each year, one in 35 insured homes experiences a property damage claim related to wind or hail. Year after year, wind and hail account for the highest percentage of property damage causes. Water and other structural damage often stem from roof issues. If you've never been up on the roof, now is your chance. In this demonstration, you'll gain valuable insights into basic roof assembly, common damage scenarios, temporary repairs and mitigation.

Key Takeaways:

Understanding Basic Roof Assembly
Identifying Common Damage Scenarios
Temporary Repair and Mitigation Techniques

INSPECT & ASSESS: Inspect and Assess roofs to determine damage to materials and for potential leaks.

Wall Detectives: The Art of Moisture Detection and Complexities

Understanding the importance of finding hidden moisture is crucial before beginning any drying process. This demonstration will provide an in-depth look at the tools and techniques used to detect moisture in various wall types, emphasizing the complexities involved in different materials and construction methods.

Key Takeaways:

Learn about different moisture detection instruments and meters.
Understand how to apply these tools to various materials and wall constructions.
Discover common tips to avoid nuisances found in the built environment.
Gain insights into the initial steps necessary for effective drying.

INSPECT & ASSESS: Prepare for the inspection day with correct moisture map protocol, Inspection tools are properly charged, and battery changed every night before use the next day

Drying Dynamics: A Trio of Techniques

Drying walls effectively requires a deep understanding of various techniques and their appropriate applications. This demonstration will explore three distinct approaches to drying, each with unique complexities and benefits.

Key Takeaways:

Dry in Place: Understanding Equipment and Airflow Requirements
- Learn what "dry in place" means in terms of necessary equipment.
- Discover the required CFM (cubic feet per minute) and airflow to achieve effective drying.
- Understand the role of heat in increasing vapor pressure of materials and the limitations based on wall construction and materials.
Cavity Drying with Pressure Systems
- Get an overview of what cavity drying looks like and when it can be used.
- Learn about the advantages of cavity drying, such as minor destruction/repairs and focused drying.
- Removing Drywall: When and How to Make the Cuts
Discover when it is necessary to remove drywall and the different heights of cuts (4”, 1’, 2’, 4’).
Learn what needs to be dried when drywall is removed and the best practices for doing so.
Explore scenarios where removing drywall that is not wet might be necessary to dry other areas (e.g., cutting the back side of a wall to avoid removing cabinets or tile).

INSPECT & ASSESS: Inspect and Assess building assemblies to determine proper methods of drying.

Thank You!

The Experience Team acknowledges the hard work of those who participated in building the Restoration Pavilion for the Fall Experience 2024. We also want to recognize our educators as well as our materials and prize donors for this awesome interactive feature of The Experience. Your efforts and resources are greatly appreciated! Thank you for your commitment to this exciting project and incredible industry!

Our Restoration Pavilion Team

Lisa Lavender, Chief Operating Officer, Lever360
John Perella, Curriculum Manager, Lever360
Jack Lavender, Sales & Customer Success Manager, Lever360
Chuck Boutall, Director of Education, Lever360
Claudia Lezell, President, Inspections Too, Inc.
Branden Adams, Director of Education & Chief Safety Officer, Amerestore
Rachel Adams, Director of Education, Clean Care Restoration Academy
Annissa Coy, Co-Founder & Educator, Firehouse Education
Barry Rice, Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Director
Ivi Simms, Founder, BULCS Holdings Pty LTd, Building Environmental Wellness Group (BEWG)
Melody David, President, Americolor Corp.
Barry Costa, Managing Member/Educator, Costa Group Education, LLC
Andrea Hanson, Events Manager, BNP Media

Our Restoration Pavilion Build Team

Marlon Colorado Bustamante, Training & Tech Developer, Lever360
Barry Costa, Managing Member/Educator, Costa Group Education, LLC
Mike Irelan, Owner, Encore RRC Inc.
Jack Lavender, Sales & Customer Success Manager, Lever360
Ted Lavender, President, Berks Fire Water Restorations, Inc.
John Perella, Curriculum Manager, Lever360
Jeff Shellberg, COO, Rising Eagle Construction, LLC
Claudia Lezell, President, Inspections Too, Inc.
Royce Janik, Owner & President, Dri-Tex Restoration
Danijel Akrap, Floor Director, Chromex Inspections
Tim Pawl, Operations Manager, Encore RRC Inc.
Patricia Magallance, Encore RRC Inc.