Paul Davis Restoration business units throughout North America actively engage in charitable activities to support local causes. During 2024, we are proudly sponsoring the American Red Cross. As part of this partnership, our U.S. offices will volunteer for Sound the Alarm events, installing free smoke alarm detectors for enhanced community… Read more »
From the time the alarm sounds, municipal fire departments aim to have a response time of approximately 1 to 2 minutes to put needed fire trucks on route. The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Standard 1710 also establishes a 320 second, (5 minutes / 20 seconds) response time goal for… Read more »
In the world of disaster recovery, Paul Davis Restoration stands out not only for its commitment to helping people in their darkest moments but also for fostering a workplace culture that inspires passion and dedication among its over 6000 employees across nearly 350 locations in the U.S. and Canada. Stephanie… Read more »
Vandals shocked art lovers last fall by throwing soup on Van Gogh’s iconic sunflower painting and smearing mashed potatoes on a Monet masterpiece. Fortunately, glass coverings protected the priceless canvasses from damage. “If only commercial properties were so lucky,” says Kevin Sullivan, President, Paul Davis Restoration of Northern Virginia. “Vandalism… Read more »
Forty years ago, experts estimated that occupants had 17 minutes to escape a house fire. That timeframe is frighteningly short in today’s newer homes: three minutes. Research suggests that new homes burn up to eight times faster than legacy construction. We spoke with Caleb Brunz, President, Paul Davis Restoration of… Read more »
A burst pipe, a drenching storm, an overflowing sink, a sump pump on the fritz – structural water damage is distressingly common. Experts estimate it afflicts 14,000 people every day in the United States. Basements are particularly prone to moisture infiltration: only two of 100 basements escape flooding over the… Read more »
As Disasters Increase in Frequency and Intensity, Annual Pledge Helps Ensure Capacity to Respond Immediately The American Red Cross recognizes Paul Davis Restoration, a nationwide network of nearly 350 franchises, headquartered in Jacksonville, FL, for its pledge of $500,000 to the Annual Disaster Giving Program (ADGP). By making a proactive… Read more »
Paul Davis Restoration continues its strong tradition of philanthropy, with over 300 business units actively engaging in charitable activities to support local causes. In 2024, we proudly sponsor the American Red Cross, reflecting our commitment to community well-being. As part of this partnership, our U.S. offices will volunteer for Sound… Read more »
Since the 1970s, when inexpensive, highly effective smoke-detector warning devices began to be required for single and multi-family homes, annual U.S. fire deaths were in the 6,000 plus range. Since then, residential fire fatalities have plummeted. Today, government safety regulations require their placement in all homes. In commercial buildings, the… Read more »
Paul Davis Restoration of Greater Denver didn’t expect a wildfire during the winter months. So, when the Marshall Fire broke out shortly after 11:00 a.m. on December 30, 2021, in the cold, grassy fields of Boulder County, Colorado, it was a real surprise. Caused by a powerline spark and a… Read more »