Vice-President’s Report – March 2014

Hello to all SCRIA members, Well how does the year go so fast! We are already in March and Easter is around the corner. It was not so long ago the turkeys were getting stuffed and Australia was being beaten by the English in our country sport. Now it is time to pull on our [...]

Monday, 17 March, 2014|

Are You Part of Our Growing Facebook Community?

One of the most exciting benefits for our members is thanks to social media. SCRIA now has a thriving online community on Facebook. This is a great forum, not only to stay in touch with fellow members or to see the latest updates and event invitations, but also to receive job advice and referrals. If [...]

Monday, 17 March, 2014|

SCRIA’s Expert Panel on the National Enquiry Line

The SCRIA national enquiry line often receives calls or online comments from customers who need help or advice. When they are looking for professional carpet & upholstery cleaners or restoration specialists, we are able to refer them to our members. This is why it is essential that you keep your qualifications and service area up [...]

Monday, 17 March, 2014|

Thermal: Goes Way Beyond Cool!

By Scott McFadzen, Master Water Restorer The thermal imaging camera is fast becoming an important tool for professional restoration companies.  These cameras allow us to see what the eye cannot, and provides an insight into what is happening behind that wall, which is wet from a recent rain event or a burst hose in the [...]

Monday, 17 March, 2014|

Why It Benefits Business Owners to Join a Trade Association

The cleaning and restoration industry is a constantly changing industry and facing it alone can be daunting. So why not join a trade association? Age old excuses include time, money, competition, and fear of the ‘’Old Boys Club”. But any good business owner knows that they want to see a return on the investment of [...]

Monday, 17 March, 2014|

National Update: SCRIA at AICLA

SCRIA was invited to present at Australasian Charters Loss Adjusters (AICLA) Seminar in Melbourne, 19 February 2014. As part of SCRIA’s ongoing efforts to promote SCRIA in the industry, we were delighted to accept. The event was aimed at Loss Adjusters and included a range of speakers on different insurance matters. SCRIA chose not to [...]

Monday, 17 March, 2014|

Upcoming Events – March 2014

20 March: Victoria Meeting, First Aid Training, Dandenong RSL, 6.00pm 29 May: Jena Dyco Mould & Restoration Conference – SCRIA Welcome Drinks, Phamish Bar and Restaurant, Melbourne, 7pm 30-31 May: Exhibitor at Jena Dyco Mould & Restoration Conference, Novotel St.Kilda, Melbourne 31 May: SCRIA Member Panel Discussion, Q+A with our Secretary Mark Carey

Monday, 17 March, 2014|