WELCOME to the latest e-dition of ABLE IN ACTION. Here you’ll find all kinds of interesting and insightful information about the very issues we all deal with every day in the restoration and recovery industry. You’ll also learn about smart tips that could save your life and techniques that could make your life easier. We’ve gotten a lot of positive feedback from our classes that focus on particular fields of interest. If we haven’t covered yours, let us know.

We hope you find ABLE IN ACTION a great resource and a fun read. Enjoy.

Jeff Sabel, Vice President of Marketing and Sales

THE RENTAL HOUSING ASSOCIATION

RHA is a division of the Greater Boston Real Estate Board and an affiliate of the National Apartment Association. It's also the industry's leading trade association.

RHA is dedicated to helping its Members manage their businesses more efficiently and effectively. Member resources include: informative hands-on seminars, relevant industry articles and insight, as well as valuable networking opportunities.

Rental Housing Association Members represent every facet of the industry, including:

• Apartment and Subsidized Housing Owners
• Property and Condominium Managers
• Developers of Rental and Condominium Properties
• REALTORS®, Brokers and Rental Agents
• Suppliers of Goods and Services (Affiliate Members)
• Owners and Managers (Industry Members)

As an Affiliate Member, Able Restoration provides RHA Members round-the-clock emergency service 365 days of the year. Look for Able Restoration as the FEATURE MEMBER COMPANY in Bay State Apartment Owner (PDF document), the official magazine of the RHA.

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$17,000 RAISED TO HELP CHILDREN WITH SERIOUS BURN INJUIRIES

On June 6th, Able Restoration hosted its 3rd annual Disaster Relief Golf Tournament at the Waverly Oaks Golf Club in Plymouth, Mass. The turnout was great, the golfing terrific, and a good time was had by all. And best of all? A whopping $17,000 was raised to help the Shriners Hospital for Children – Boston continue to provide comprehensive acute, reconstructive and rehabilitative care to children with burn injuries.

We would like to thank the members of our community for their generosity, and our dedicated committee members and tournament sponsors for making this event one of our best fundraisers ever. We look forward to seeing you all next year!

To see how much fun helping others can be, visit www.able911.com/pages/events.html.

About the photo: (Shown left to right) David Faulkner, Director of Development for Shriners Hospitals for Children – Boston, Jeff Sabel, Vice President of Able Restoration and Deb Owens, Chief Financial Officer of Able Restoration.

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THE POWER GOES OUT. THE PHONES GO DOWN. YOU’RE PREPARED.
RIGHT?

10 storms have been classified as tropical storms or hurricanes since June. It doesn't matter if you live on the Gulf Coast or on the eastern seaboard; you need to be prepared for the unexpected. Here are important — even lifesaving — tips on what you need to do to keep you, your home, and your family safe in the event of a hurricane or other natural disaster.

• Create a disaster plan NOW and go over it with family members — especially your children. Everyone needs to know exactly what to do and NOT to do in an emergency.
• Figure out the best escape routes from your home and find a safe place where family members can meet if they become separated or are coming from different parts of town.
• Designate an out-of-state family member or friend to serve as a family contact.
• Put together a disaster supply kit. It should include emergency supplies (water, transistor radio, blankets, flash lights, batteries, etc.) as well as copies of important documents.

Get the scoop on disaster preparedness, visit http://www.ready.gov. For up to the minute hurricane news, visit the National Hurricane Center at www.nhc.com.

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BRINGING ORDER TO CHAOS AT KNOLLSBROOK CONDOMINIUMS

The fire came from the woods. High winds and dry conditions soon turned it into a voracious blaze that quickly spread into the nearby Knollsbrook complex. As the restoration company for Barkan Management, the management company of the Knollsbrook Condominiums in Stoughton, Mass., Able Restoration responded immediately securing the premises, boarding up broken windows and removing debris. Damage to the property was significant — totaling $1 million.

Able's plan of action included:

• Installing temporary power boxes to supply electricity to undamaged units near the restoration site
• Removing collapsed and damaged carports
• Cleaning and deodorizing undamaged units
• Removing smoke and soot residue from floors and ceilings
• Mobilizing specialized desiccant trailers for high-speed drying

Visit our website to view the entire Barkan Management - Knollsbrook Condominiums case study.

"Your communication during this fire reconstruction job has been exemplary and I have nothing but praise for how you have made my job a breeze and taken care of every little request, many which were above and beyond the scope of the contract".
— Barkan Management, Boston, Mass.

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JOIN US IN WELCOMING BRIAN SOWERS TO THE ABLE TEAM

Brian comes to Able with over a decade of experience in sales, account management, and customer service. As the newest member of our marketing team, Brian's responsibilities include maintaining client relationships throughout New England as well as cultivating new accounts in our North Shore and New Hampshire territories.

Brian's career/volunteer highlights include:

• Serving as an Account Executive at a Massachusetts-based restoration company
• A disaster volunteer for the Great Bay Chapter of the American Red Cross for over 10 years
• As a veteran of the United State Marine Corps, Brian has served as chairperson for a variety of charity events to support our veterans
• He is an active member of the Community Associations Institute (CAI) and the Rental Housing Association of Massachusetts (RHA)

If you'd like to say hello to Brian, you can reach him at bsowers@able911.com.

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KNOWLEDGE IS POWER!

If you are a property manager, building owner, engineer, or someone who wants to learn more about water damage, you're in luck. We're giving classes on that very subject. Join us as we discuss the essentials of prevention, assessment, control, and recovery from water damage. To find out where and when, please contact Jeff Sabel.

ON THE MOVE

Two new Able Restoration offices will be opening soon on the North Shore and in Rhode Island. Check back for “Grand Opening” details.