The inspection and remediation of mold and water damage is gaining increasing attention from legislators and regulators, who are concerned about the proficiency of professionals providing these services to their constituents. The result is a burgeoning movement in a growing number of states to license inspectors and remediation professionals.
If enacted, these licensing regulations will likely have widespread implications. At a minimum, they will raise the cost of doing business for restoration firms, with a ripple effect on adjusters and insurance carriers.
Dan Bernazzani, former president of the Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC) and current member of the Institute's Governmental Affairs Committee, has participated in the discussions in many of these states. He believes there is a much better alternative to licensing, and he shared his thoughts with Claims in a recent interview.
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