Author Credentials & Expert Contributors — Call Water Damage 911
Content on this website is developed, reviewed, and updated by a team that combines digital publishing expertise with input from industry-credentialed restoration and insurance professionals. This page describes the professional backgrounds and credentials of those who contribute to our content.
Our Editorial & Content Team
Water Damage Restoration Expert Review Panel
Technical content about restoration procedures, drying science, moisture assessment, and mold remediation is reviewed by restoration professionals holding current IICRC certifications including:
- WRT (Water Damage Restoration Technician) — Core certification for water damage restoration professionals
- ASD (Applied Structural Drying Technician) — Advanced certification in scientific drying principles
- AMRT (Applied Microbial Remediation Technician) — Mold and microbial remediation specialist certification
- OCT (Odor Control Technician) — Odor elimination and deodorization specialist
Our reviewer panel includes active restoration professionals with combined experience serving homeowners throughout Southern California, including Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino, and Ventura counties.
Insurance Content Consultants
Insurance guidance on this website is developed with input from professionals with the following backgrounds and credentials:
- California-licensed Property & Casualty Insurance Agents with homeowners insurance specialization
- Public adjusters licensed by the California Department of Insurance
- Insurance claims professionals with experience processing water damage claims for major California insurers
All insurance content is reviewed for accuracy against current California Insurance Code and the California Department of Insurance’s Fair Claims Settlement Practices Regulations.
Technical & Building Science Consultants
Content about construction, roofing, plumbing, and building science is reviewed with input from licensed contractors including:
- California-licensed plumbing contractors (C-36 license)
- California-licensed roofing contractors (C-39 license)
- General contractors licensed by the California Contractors State License Board (CSLB)
Emergency Management Consultants
Content about flood preparedness, wildfire risk, and emergency preparedness is developed with reference to guidance from California emergency management professionals and resources from Cal OES, FEMA, and county-level Office of Emergency Services programs.
Content Review and Approval Process
All content published on this website goes through a multi-stage review process. See our Review Process page for complete details.
Important Disclaimers
Content on this website is educational and informational in nature and does not constitute professional advice specific to your situation. Water damage restoration, plumbing, roofing, and insurance coverage decisions should be made in consultation with appropriately licensed professionals who can assess your specific circumstances. Call Water Damage 911 is a referral platform — we connect homeowners with certified restoration professionals and do not perform restoration services directly.
Credential Verification
IICRC certifications can be verified at iicrc.org. California contractor licenses can be verified at CSLB’s online license check. California insurance licenses can be verified at CDI’s license lookup.
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