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Inside Restoration & Recovery

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0:49

How BMS CAT Helps Teams Prepare, Not Just Respond

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2025/05/08

In this segment of Inside Restoration & Recovery, host Martha Lewis revisits her conversation with Jason McClaren, Director of Facilities Operations at Reunion Rehabilitation Hospitals, to explore proactive disaster planning with BMS CAT. Jason emphasizes that true resilience hinges on preparation: “We work with BMS CAT to get procedures, policies, and agreements in place ahead of time—so when a storm or flood hits, we’re already ahead of the game.” This proactive approach eliminates the

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0:47

Why Facilities Teams Count on BMS CAT for Extra Manpower

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2025/05/07

In this excerpt from Inside Restoration & Recovery, host Martha Lewis talks with Jason McClaren, Director of Facilities Operations at Reunion Rehabilitation Hospitals, about BMS CAT’s rapid-response capabilities in critical healthcare settings. Jason recounts a major incident when a failed air handler flooded nearly half of their operating rooms overnight. BMS CAT’s 24/7 readiness meant Jason could hand off the keys and step away, confident that expert crews would erect temporary containment

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5:01

Strategic Advantages of MSAS and RSAS with BMS CAT

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2025/05/05

In this excerpt from Inside Restoration & Recovery, host Martha Lewis sits down with Abby Whitaker to demystify the acronyms MSAs (Master Service Agreements) and RFPs (Requests for Proposal) for facility managers. Abby explains that while an MSA locks in priority pricing and contractual terms with BMS CAT—providing peace of mind in advance of any disaster—an RFP invites multiple vendors (including BMS) to bid on specified services, from emergency response to carpet cleaning or HVAC work. Both

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1:58

Be Ready When Disasters Strike: Join the BMS CAT...

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2025/05/02

As severe weather seasons loom, having a streamlined emergency response system can make all the difference for facilities at risk. In this excerpt from the latest episode of Inside Restoration & Recovery, host Martha Lewis and guest Abby Whitaker discuss BMS CAT’s straightforward on-call process designed to keep clients prepared and prioritized when disaster strikes. Rather than burdensome paperwork, customers simply reach out to their local BMS contact or call the 24/7 hotline with basic

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3:30

What Happens When Disaster Hits? Why BMS CAT's...

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2025/05/01

When severe weather strikes—whether it’s a tornado, hurricane, or flood—knowing exactly where to go and what to do can make all the difference. Abby Whitaker explains that BMS CAT offers each client a customized Emergency Response Plan at no cost. “We walk through your building, identify every access point and potential hazard—like a staircase you can enter but not exit—and map out where our crew will park and stage equipment,” she says. This hands-on planning proved invaluable during a recent

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1:30

When Disaster Strikes, Our Team Has Your Back

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2025/05/01

Host Martha Lewis sat down with Abby Whitaker, OKC Account Manager at BMS CAT, to explore the power of teamwork and proactive planning in disaster restoration. “At BMS, if you have one of us, you get all of us,” Abby emphasized, recalling her hands-on experience—“I even picked up a couple of bricks myself and tossed them in the dumpster.”Abby’s top piece of advice for facility managers like Valor? Embrace mock run-throughs. Drawing on her softball background, she urged organizations to “practice for

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32:03

The Value of a Restoration Team with Healthcare...

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2025/04/24

In this episode of Inside Restoration & Recovery, host Martha Lewis welcomes Jason McClaren, Director of Facilities Operations at Reunion Rehabilitation Hospitals, to discuss the critical advantage of partnering with a restoration team experienced in healthcare. A former firefighter and military veteran, Jason has spent the last decade managing safety, risk, and emergency preparedness across healthcare facilities.He emphasizes the shift from reactive response—so familiar from his firefighting

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32:02

The Value of a Restoration Team with Healthcare...

Inside Restoration & Recovery ·

2025/04/24

In this episode of Inside Restoration & Recovery, host Martha Lewis welcomes Jason McClaren, Director of Facilities Operations at Reunion Rehabilitation Hospitals, to discuss the critical advantage of partnering with a restoration team experienced in healthcare. A former firefighter and military veteran, Jason has spent the last decade managing safety, risk, and emergency preparedness across healthcare facilities.He emphasizes the shift from reactive response—so familiar from his firefighting

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27:11

Helping a Healthcare Facility Rebuild from the Ground...

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2025/04/10

In this episode of Inside Restoration & Recovery, host Martha Lewis chats with Abby Whitaker, Oklahoma City Account Manager at BMS CAT, about the challenges and triumphs of restoration in the face of severe weather. Abby brings a wealth of hands-on experience from her nearly four years at BMS, transitioning from residential to commercial restoration. She reflects on the real-time pressures during storm season, emphasizing that “tornado season comes on fast” and that preparedness is key—even when

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27:11

Helping a Healthcare Facility Rebuild from the Ground...

Inside Restoration & Recovery ·

2025/04/10

In this episode of Inside Restoration & Recovery, host Martha Lewis chats with Abby Whitaker, Oklahoma City Account Manager at BMS CAT, about the challenges and triumphs of restoration in the face of severe weather. Abby brings a wealth of hands-on experience from her nearly four years at BMS, transitioning from residential to commercial restoration. She reflects on the real-time pressures during storm season, emphasizing that “tornado season comes on fast” and that preparedness is key—even when

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23:50

The Art of Communication in Disaster Recovery:...

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2025/02/06

In this episode of Inside Restoration and Recovery, host Martha Lewis sits down with Chris Matthews, Regional Director for Large Loss at BMS CAT, to explore the critical role of communication, preparation, and adaptability in disaster recovery. Chris shares his personal journey in the restoration industry, including his passion for helping clients during their most challenging times and the lessons he’s learned managing large-scale recovery projects over the years.Listeners will gain insights into

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23:50

The Art of Communication in Disaster Recovery:...

Inside Restoration & Recovery ·

2025/02/06

In this episode of Inside Restoration and Recovery, host Martha Lewis sits down with Chris Matthews, Regional Director for Large Loss at BMS CAT, to explore the critical role of communication, preparation, and adaptability in disaster recovery. Chris shares his personal journey in the restoration industry, including his passion for helping clients during their most challenging times and the lessons he’s learned managing large-scale recovery projects over the years.Listeners will gain insights into

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45:15

The Human Side of Restoration: Handling Losses with Care

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2025/01/22

In the first episode of Inside Restoration & Recovery, host Martha Lewis sits down with Abel Mendoza, a veteran project manager with BMS CAT, to delve into the human and technical aspects of disaster recovery. Abel brings decades of experience to the table, having started his journey with BMS CAT in 1997 as a crew member before rising through the ranks. His stories showcase the company’s unwavering commitment to professionalism, compassion, and innovation.The conversation kicks off with Abel

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0:25

How Does Technology Empower Disaster Response?

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2025/01/22

Chris Matthews, Project Manager at BMS CAT, highlights how technology empowers customers by providing real-time updates, enabling informed decisions and seamless adaptability during disaster recovery

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How Do Disaster Recovery Teams Manager Catastrophic...

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2025/01/22

During the statewide freeze, transportation came to a standstill, but BMS CAT rose to the challenge. Abel Mendoza, Project Coordinator, shares how the team pulled resources from other branches to stabilize critical areas, meet customer needs, and execute phased recovery plans with clear communication and strategy.

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1:24

Prepare and Recover Your Commercial Property This...

Inside Restoration & Recovery ·

2025/01/22

Abel Mendoza, Project Coordinator at BMS CAT, emphasizes the importance of preparedness, from fire drills to knowing key shutoffs, and highlights how calm expertise and thoughtful actions by restoration crews can ease customer stress during disasters.For more information, visit www.FEMA.gov.

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45:15

The Human Side of Restoration_ Handling Losses with Care

Inside Restoration & Recovery ·

2025/01/22

In the first episode of Inside Restoration & Recovery, host Martha Lewis sits down with Abel Mendoza, a veteran project manager with BMS CAT, to delve into the human and technical aspects of disaster recovery. Abel brings decades of experience to the table, having started his journey with BMS CAT in 1997 as a crew member before rising through the ranks. His stories showcase the company’s unwavering commitment to professionalism, compassion, and innovation.The conversation kicks off with Abel

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