Water Damage Cabinets: Can they be repaired?
June marked the beginning of the Atlantic Hurricane Season. 1 in 50 homeowners is affected by water damage each year which is why water damage claims are the second largest frequent insurance claim after wind and hail, according to the III. We asked Dovi Hirsch from Barney and Carey Co Inc, one of our Master Craftsmen, to answer some questions about water-damaged cabinets and the process involved in restoring them. Are there different levels of water damage that determine if your cabinets can be saved or not? It depends on how you look at it. When we look … Continued
Master Craftsmen Spotlight | Thomas Furniture Restorations
We can’t get enough of showing off our Craftsmen! There is a reason we call them Master Craftsmen and Artisans. They are the best in the business, and we count ourselves lucky to have them on our team. This month the spotlight is shining on Thomas Furniture Restorations. Bob Thomas was able to take some time and answer some questions for us about our partnership together. Here is what he had to say along with some examples he and his team have completed! [Renovar] Can you give us a little background about your business? [Bob] Thomas Furniture Restoration is … Continued
Master Craftsmen Spotlight | Premier Professionals, Inc.
At Renovar, we would be nothing without the network of Master Craftsmen we have. Our Craftsmen are the best in the business at furniture, cabinet, and architectural millwork restoration. What sets these artisans apart is that they understand quality restoration is not simply about the repair. It’s about restoring the beauty of woodwork to how it was originally built. Whether it’s a family antique that needs minor refinishing or restoring cabinets damaged by a fire, Craftsmen approach every project with the same pride that made them passionate about their industry. We asked Lonnie Sargent from Premier Professionals, Inc. a few questions about … Continued
Press Release | Larry Kind announces his retirement
GCS Announces Retirement of Larry Kind from Renovar GLOBAL CLAIMS SERVICES (GCS) has announced today that Larry Kind will retire as President and CEO of Renovar. Mr. Kind will step down from his roles on December 31, 2021. “My time with Renovar has been one of the best experiences in my business career. The team we built are some of the best associates I have worked with and Renovar is in good hands as we enter 2022.” Mr. Kind was appointed President and CEO of Renovar in 2012. Prior to joining Renovar, Mr. Kind was President … Continued
Case Study | A $9,000 Savings
Challenge: 5 lower cabinet boxes sustained water damage. Solution: Using our ITEL Now Mobile App, the above photos were submitted for our Technical Repair Analysts to review. In 30 minutes, we returned our R3 report back and determined the guaranteed repair cost to be $5,910. Results: Our Master Craftsman fabricated new cabinet boxes utilizing existing doors, drawers, and face frames. They then fabricated and finished to provide a uniform appearance, leading to an improved accuracy of over $9,000!
Meet the Team | Lori Foor
Lori Foor is the Director of Network Relations at Renovar. She oversees the Network Development Team and leads the effort to recruit and develop a network of certified master craftsmen. Before joining Renovar in September of 2021, Lori was the Global Enterprise Customer Success Manager for Matterport in the Insurance & Restoration vertical. She was also a prior District Manager for Crawford’s Contractor Connection where she was responsible for managing network performance and claims handling. Lori has also been a Property Insurance Claims Manager and worked with other industry leaders such as State Farm, Weyerhaeuser, The Home Depot, and … Continued
Virtual Inspections
The experts at Renovar are making the homeowner part of the inspection process. With the help of the homeowner, our Technical Repair Analysts can tell you if the cabinets or wood furniture can be repaired and will produce a repair report from an inspection conducted from a mobile device. Benefits: Keep claims moving forward No on-site interaction is necessary Renovar TRA will talk the homeowner through the video/pictures needed Reduce disputes with a report from an unbiased third-party received within 1 business day of the inspection Covers every zip code How it works: Renovar TRA will schedule a time with … Continued
Master Craftsmen Spotlight | Master Fixture Restoration
At Renovar, we would be nothing without the network of Master Craftsmen we have. Our Craftsmen are the best in the business at furniture, cabinet, and architectural millwork restoration. What sets these artisans apart is that they understand quality restoration is not simply about the repair. It’s about restoring the beauty of woodwork to the way it was originally built. Whether it’s a family antique that needs minor refinishing or a full renovation to cabinets damaged by a fire, Craftsmen approach every project with the same pride that made them passionate about their industry. We asked Amy Cherp from Master … Continued
Saving Treasured Memories
One day, a fire broke out in a home. Fortunately, for the homeowners, the fire was localized to one room. Unfortunately, that one room contained a dining room chair from a beloved family dining room set that was passed down by the homeowner’s grandmother. Devasted, the homeowner would have had to pay thousands of dollars to replace this treasured memory. Thankfully, with the help of a Master Craftsman from Renovar, the homeowner was able to have the dining room chair restored for a savings of 89% of what it would have cost to replace it. Having that chair restored meant … Continued
Restoring More Than Just Cabinets and Furniture
Have you ever had damage to a chair or a table? What about a pool table or piano? Now, what about a totem pole or an antique jewelry box. Those are just some of the items our Master Craftsmen have restored. Here at Renovar, our specialty is wood and we know wood is more than just a dresser or dining room table. Our master craftsmen are masters of their crafts and that means we have the capability to restore even the most unique wood items. Take a look at some of the items we have come across. Next time you … Continued