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The Restoration Revolution Podcast

The Restoration Revolution Podcast

By: Chad Mallonee
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Welcome to The Restoration Revolution Podcast with your host Chad Mallonee, owner of Hazard Clean Restoration—where we dig deep into the world of restoration with purpose, precision, and heart.


Hazard Clean Restoration stands apart as a team of highly trained, specialized experts who handle every situation with skill and empathy. From trauma scenes and biohazard cleanup to fire and water damage restoration, we’re not just fixing what’s broken—we’re restoring peace of mind.


Rapid Response – Disasters don’t wait for business hours, and neither do we. Our team is ready 24/7/365.


Empathetic Care – Restoration is personal. We guide families and businesses through crisis with compassion, respect, and dignity.


Expert-Level Knowledge – Our crews are certified and trained in everything from HAZWOPER to IICRC protocols, ensuring every job meets the highest safety and quality standards.


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To learn more about Hazard Clean Restoration visit:
https://hazardclean.net/
Hazard Clean Restoration
772-259-5018

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Episodes
  • The DIY Disaster: Water Damage Edition
    Jul 23 2025

    Why Is It So Important To Hire A Professional Instead Of The DIY The Solution?

    Think your trusty shop vac and a couple of fans are enough to handle water damage in your home? Think again. In this eye-opening episode of Restoration Revolution, host Chad Mallonee pulls back the curtain on why DIY water damage cleanup is one of the riskiest gambles homeowners can take with their biggest investment.

    Chad breaks down the dangerous misconception that "feeling dry" equals "being dry" when it comes to water-damaged materials. Without proper equipment and scientific methodology, homeowners leave themselves vulnerable to hidden moisture that creates perfect breeding grounds for harmful microbes. Even clean-looking water can harbor pathogens, and improper cleanup methods can actually aerosolize these contaminants throughout your home, putting your family's health at serious risk.

    Diving into the complex science behind professional restoration, Chad explains how principles of thermodynamics, vapor pressure, and dew point calculations are essential for effective drying. Professional restorers don't just bring specialized equipment—they bring expertise in precise equipment placement and scientific monitoring that ensures your home is demonstrably dry, not just dry to the touch. By the time you've researched DIY methods and rented or purchased equipment, you've likely spent as much as professional service would cost—without any of the guarantees or documentation that professionals provide. When it comes to protecting your home and family's health, this is one project that's always best left to the experts.

    Ready to learn more about proper water damage restoration? Visit Hazardclean.net or call 772-259-5018 to speak with our professionals about keeping your home truly safe after water damage.

    To learn more about Hazard Clean Restoration visit:
    https://hazardclean.net/
    Hazard Clean Restoration
    772-259-5018

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    9 mins
  • When Water Strikes: Hurricanes vs. Pipes
    Jul 21 2025

    When Your Home Floods From A Hurricane, How Does That Differ From A Pipe Leak?

    When disaster strikes, knowing the difference between types of water damage could save your family's health and your home. Chad Mallonee, owner of Hazard Clean Restoration, reveals the critical distinctions between hurricane flooding and standard pipe leaks that every homeowner needs to understand.

    The source makes all the difference. While a pipe leak releases clean, Category One water into your home, hurricane flooding introduces Category Three water – laden with bacteria, viruses, pesticides, and environmental contaminants. This contaminated water quickly infiltrates building materials, creating potential health hazards throughout your home. Chad explains the shocking speed at which bacteria multiply – a single bacterium can reproduce into 16 million within eight hours and reach trillions within a day.

    Visual inspection isn't enough when dealing with flood damage. Water that appears clean may harbor dangerous pathogens, which is why Hazard Clean Restoration employs professional testing to accurately assess contamination levels. The restoration approach for hurricane flooding involves extensive protocols before drying can even begin – including thorough assessment, material removal, specialized cleaning methods, and third-party verification that pathogenic threats have been eliminated. These crucial steps protect occupants from the invisible dangers that lurk in seemingly harmless floodwater.

    Understanding these differences is essential for making informed decisions about restoration after water damage affects your home. Your family's health depends on proper remediation techniques specific to the type of water intrusion you've experienced.

    Whether facing hurricane flooding or a burst pipe, having knowledgeable restoration professionals who understand these critical distinctions can make all the difference in your recovery journey. Visit Hazardclean.net or call 772-259-5018 to put your family on the road to recovery with experts who know exactly how to handle your specific water damage scenario.

    To learn more about Hazard Clean Restoration visit:
    https://hazardclean.net/
    Hazard Clean Restoration
    772-259-5018

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    10 mins
  • Safety First: How Restoration Experts Navigate Large-Scale Commercial Water Damage
    Jul 8 2025

    When dealing with Commercial Water Damage do you have to employ different strategies for large buildings or structures?

    The complexities of commercial water damage restoration demand specialized knowledge and strategies that evolve with the scale of the building. When disaster strikes high-rises, warehouses, or sprawling campuses, restoration professionals must adapt their approach to address unique structural challenges while minimizing business disruption.

    Chad Mallonee, owner of Hazard Clean Restoration, breaks down the sophisticated equipment and techniques required for large-scale commercial projects. Unlike residential restoration that relies on portable units, commercial disasters often necessitate trailer-mounted dehumidifiers positioned outside the building, pumping dry air in while extracting moisture—sometimes operating alongside existing HVAC systems to keep businesses running during recovery.

    High-rise buildings present particularly fascinating challenges due to what Chad calls the "stack effect"—a chimney-like phenomenon where warm air rises through the building, creating pressure differentials between floors. This natural physics principle not only affects drying strategies but can create safety hazards by making emergency doors difficult to open if not properly managed. Meanwhile, the human element adds another layer of complexity, with restoration teams coordinating between building owners, property managers, business operators, insurance representatives, and sometimes city officials—each with their own priorities.

    Throughout all these variables, Chad emphasizes that safety remains the absolute priority in any restoration effort. Before developing strategies or deploying equipment, professionals must identify potential electrical hazards, structural concerns, and other safety issues. Whether you're managing a skyscraper recovery or wondering how commercial restoration differs from residential approaches, this episode provides valuable insights into the science and strategy behind getting businesses back to normal after disaster strikes.

    Ready to learn more about protecting your commercial property? Visit Hazardclean.net or call 772-259-5018 to speak with a restoration expert today.

    To learn more about Hazard Clean Restoration visit:
    https://hazardclean.net/
    Hazard Clean Restoration
    772-259-5018

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    9 mins
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