Disaster Recovery

What It Takes to Restore a Tornado-Damaged Clinic

When a tornado tore through Oklahoma City in April, BMS CAT was already on-site before many businesses even realized the extent of the tornado damage—including Valor Physical Therapy. Thanks to an existing relationship with Valor’s affiliated hospital, the BMS CAT team was positioned to respond quickly. “We were actually on scene before they knew…

Smart HVAC Strategies for Large Commercial Properties

In the latest episode of Inside Restoration & Recovery, host Martha Lewis welcomes Colin Trudo, Senior Director of Training and Marketing at BMS CAT, to dive into the often‑overlooked world of HVAC maintenance and its critical intersection with disaster restoration. With over 20 years of field experience—from air‑duct cleaning to large‑scale catastrophe response—Colin brings a…

The Value of a Restoration Team with Healthcare Experience

Healthcare facilities require restoration partners who understand the stakes of downtime and can anticipate problems before they disrupt patient care

Helping a Healthcare Facility Rebuild from the Ground Up After a Tornado

One account manager shares how swift action and preparation proved critical when a healthcare facility faced total reconstruction after severe weather

How Do You Meet Strict Healthcare Protocols Under Tight Deadlines?

Healthcare restoration teams balance life-critical operations with urgent recovery work by deploying specially trained crews that work around uninterrupted pati

The Human Side of Restoration: Handling Losses with Care

Project managers in disaster recovery reveal how compassion and expertise help families and businesses navigate their most difficult moments