June 8, 2016
This spring, Texas was the focus of widespread storms and other dangerous weather conditions. The situation is finally beginning to ease up, but for the families affected, the difficult task of rebuilding their lives and homes has only just begun. In these situations, the first person to call after the emergency has past is likely […]
April 29, 2015
From spinach and sprouts, to hummus and ice cream, foodborne outbreaks are more commonplace than you’d expect; and Listeria is one of the main culprits. When a Listeria outbreak happens, it can cause serious interruptions to the food service industry. Just look at a few years ago, when Jeni’s Ice Cream and Blue Bell Creamery […]
April 25, 2015
In two days, Aftermath heads to New Orleans for the annual RIMS Conference!. The four day event features more than 160 sessions and workshops, plus amazing keynote speakers and an exhibit hall full of helpful, informative vendors like Aftermath Services. According to the organization’s website, RIMS “is a global not-for-profit organization representing more than 3,500 […]
March 13, 2015
From March 2nd through the 4th, New Orleans played host to one of the restoration industry’s largest conferences. Insights 2015 attracted over 1,000 remediation and restoration professionals, including sponsors like Restoration and Remediation Magazine and Claims Magazine, and representatives from companies like Aftermath. What is Insights? Insights began in 1996 as a small trade show […]
January 20, 2015
Published January 20, 2015. Updated October 28, 2020. Thanks to numerous documentaries, reality shows, and recent discussions in the media, hoarding remains a fascinating and curious affliction. However, such fascination does not always lend itself to understanding, which can contribute to an abundance of misconceptions concerning the illness. This post examines one of the most […]
January 22, 2014
Carpet cleaners and maid services clean but they do not truly sanitize, leaving potentially dangerous biological material behind. For more information on proper crime scene cleanup,call 877-872-4339
January 21, 2014
As with all remediation projects, vehicle biohazard situations vary widely, from simple to complex. If a mechanic offers to clean your vehicle as part of a repair service, remember that this only eliminates visible dirt and debris. You may experience recurring odor, or worse – such as infectious biohazard. For more information on Aftermath Inc. […]
January 16, 2014
Hoarding is defined as the excessive collection of items, in addition to the inability to throw away possessions. According to the Mayo Clinic, the illness is also called compulsive hoarding and compulsive hoarding syndrome and may be a symptom of obsessive compulsive disorder. The illness is hardly uncommon – it is estimated that 1.2 million […]
January 15, 2014
Not every job requires employees to undergo compassion training, but in a profession that deals with suicide cleanup, it’s crucial. The team at Aftermath Inc. Suicide Cleanup understands the importance of respectful suicide cleanup. Aftermath Pennsylvania’s Supervisor, Joe Matos, believes compassion in the face of tragedy is the beginning of the recovery process, which is […]
January 13, 2014
Hoarding is defined as the excessive collection of items, in addition to the inability to throw away possessions. According to the Mayo Clinic, the illness is also called compulsive hoarding and compulsive hoarding syndrome and may be a symptom of obsessive compulsive disorder. The illness is hardly uncommon – it is estimated that 1.2 million […]