Class Photo - Jan. 2012

Hardwood Floor Drying Tips

 One of the most common questions I hear from restorers is "How can I learn more about hardwood floor drying?"  This is due to three main factors:

• Insurance companies are asking for restorers that can properly dry hardwood floors because only the best restorers understand correct hardwood drying process.
• Hardwood flooring now makes up a much larger percentage of the flooring in homes than ever before.
• Drying hardwood flooring is much more challenging yet more profitable than just removing them.

There are two ways to learn the unique processes required to restore hardwood floors:

• Online Training
• Hands on IICRC WRT/ASD courses at Reets Drying Academy.  Click here to redeem special offers and discounts on courses.

LEARN MORE ABOUT HARDWOOD FLOOR DRYING RIGHT NOW

Here is one of our premium online training modules that shows the step by step process for drying hardwood flooring at no charge.  Click the video above for a one minute preview.  Click here and I will send you the longer video right now at no charge!  Jeremy will show you how to address drying the floor from below and he then continues upstairs giving you a practical demonstration of hardwood floor that you can use today.

LEARN MORE ABOUT HARDWOOD FLOOR DRYING IN A HANDS-ON COURSE

Plan a visit to Reets Drying Academy to complete a hands-on course and practice the best methods to assess and dry a hardwood floor along with other materials you will find everyday in the field.  Gain practical knowledge in this unique true-to-life flood house built outdoors used to teach restorers from all over the nation year round.  The following courses cover hardwood floor drying and allow you to practice these techniques in class.

The Clean Trust (IICRC)WRT/ASD Combo Course
(Water Damage Restoration/Applied Structural Drying)

The Clean Trust (IICRC)Applied Structural Drying Course
*Prerequisite WRT

The World's Fastest Drying System Course
*Exclusive to Reets Drying Academy.  Can be taken alone or in combination with ASD.

Check out the Course Schedule and Reserve Your Seat Today! Class sizes are limited so register early to guarantee your seat. Click on any of the course descriptons on the left for more information and for class schedules.

Just Do It! Habits to Help You Make More Money In Water Damage Restoration.

Now that a new year has begun, many people find themselves ready for a fresh start with a long list of New Year's Resolutions.  I read in an article today that 45% of Americans set New Years Resolutions, but that 3 out of 4 people almost never succeed their goal.  There are many reasons for this, but the biggest one of all may be procrastination.

Procrastination, the habit of putting off, delaying, or deferring an action to a later time can have big consequences.  These include missed opportunities, stress filled work hours, guilt, and a loss of time that we cannot get back.  After all, "nothing is so fatiguing as the eternal hanging on of an uncompleted task" - Will James.

So why do we do it?  For some, it is just a lack of energy.  However, others may be truly paralyzed by fear.  A fear of failure can keep us from working on a daunting task.  But just as gripping can be a fear of success.  With success can bring big change which can also seem overwhelming.  So instead of facing our fears head on and completing our tasks, we put them off for later.  It seems like the path of least resistance.

How can we break free of this cycle?  I have found tons of suggestions but here are just a few that you can implement to make your life a little easier. 

• Break the task into manageable pieces.  How do you eat an elephant?  One bite at a time.  Some action is better then no action.  Remember, once time has been wasted you can't get it back.  Get the ball rolling and you will see you pick up momentum.
• Plan out guaranteed "fun time".  If you know you have something rewarding coming for all of your hard work you are more likely to stay focused during your work hours.
• Become a peak performer.  Delegate the tasks that you lack the skill to do and become highly efficient to get more work done in less time.  By increasing your productivity you will spend less time working, or pretending to work while you put things off, and have more time for family, friends, and other rewarding things.  Plus, you will find you feel less stressed while you are at work!
• Pay attention to your diet and exercise routine.  This will help you fight the procrastination that naturally comes along with tired and laziness. 
• Create a goal board and get inspired.  Give yourself motivation to complete the tasks.  Reward yourself after you complete tasks.  You will associate these great rewards with a sense of accomplishment.    You will find your business will benefit as well.
• Give yourself permission to be human.  It doesn't have to be perfect, it just has to get done.  An imperfect job completed today is always superior to the perfect job delayed indefinitely.
• Implement.  The best article in the world won't help you if you don't take action!

  

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Update on Thursday, October 20, 2011 at 10:15AM by Reets Drying Academy