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Association of Specialists in Cleaning & Restoration
ASCR is the leading trade association for cleaning and restoration professionals worldwide, and the foremost authority, trainer and educator in the industry. ASCR is a professional association comprising more than 1,300 member organizations, representing over 20,000 cleaning and restoration professionals who specialize in the cleaning, treatment and repair of damaged buildings and their contents. ASCR members share a commitment to professionalism through a strict Code of Ethics. They are also committed to improving industry standards, as well as ongoing technical research, conducted by the ASCR's technical staff.

International Society of Cleaning Technicians
Nonprofit trade association for companies of all sizes and sectors in the inspection, cleaning, restoration & related industries. A leading worldwide resource that provides members with up-to-date technical, management & marketing information.

National Air Duct Cleaners Association
Non-profit trade association that is dedicated to the continuous progression of the Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) hygiene industry.

DKI -Disaster Kleenup International
DKI has over 150 member companies located throughout the United States and is a network of the leading, independent property damage restoration contractors across North America. DKI member companies provide full service to their customers: emergency response, water damage mitigation, mold remediation, complete reconstruction and much more 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, returning damaged property to pre-loss condition fast and efficiently, delivering complete satisfaction to their consumer, insurance, and corporate customers.

FEMA
For specific tips on saving water-damaged books, heirlooms, photographs, textiles, US currency, and more, go to FEMA's hazard site and choose from the drop-down menu.