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1-800 WATER DAMAGE opens first location in New Hampshire

Goffstown, NH When the unexpected strikes homeowners and business owners, 1-800 WATER DAMAGE provides those who have experienced property damage what they truly need – a reputable restoration partner with certified experts who come prepared to safely restore their property and lives back to normal. Locally owned and operated by Joshua Strout, 1-800 WATER DAMAGE of Manchester and Nashua is located at 4 Cote Ave. The husband-and-wife team aims to support the community through challenging emergencies, helping to navigate and assist residents. Working to restore more than property, the business provides solutions, care, and compassion through an array of services including water and flood damage restoration, mold remediation, sewage cleanup, fire and smoke damage restoration, and critical cleaning and sanitizing.

“My wife and I chose to open our 1-800 WATER DAMAGE business because of the opportunity to make a difference in our community while achieving success in our professional lives,” said Strout. “Combined with the exceptional support systems in place we are given the ability to do just that and are thrilled to now be officially open. Our commitment to delivering exceptional service aligns with 1-800 WATER DAMAGE’s unwavering dedication to customer satisfaction and its industry-leading expertise. We are thrilled to build our network and hope to always be a reliable resource for people in our community.”

Strout’s reputable experience in the restoration business stems from his ownership of a union shop drywall taping company and management of several dozens of rental properties. This extensive background in real estate along with his expertise in the industry equips him with the necessary skills to effectively own and operate his restoration company. Strout and his wife, Jennifer, bring compassionate and dedicated services to help residents throughout Manchester and Nashua amid unfortunate occurrences. From storm damage to day-to-day happenings that often affect a home and/or business, such as mold or an uncontrollable pipe burst, they will fill a real need in their community.

“I am proud to witness how our franchisees wholeheartedly dedicate themselves to supporting the communities they serve,” said Tim Fagan, President of 1-800 WATER DAMAGE. “They consistently go above and beyond, tirelessly working to restore order from chaos and bring back a sense of normalcy to people’s lives. I have no doubt that Josh and his team will create a community characterized by genuine care and deliver top-notch service to the residents, particularly during such uncertain times in the many years ahead in Hillsborough County.”

1-800 WATER DAMAGE is part of the BELFOR Franchise Group, a family of 13 industry-leading residential and commercial services franchise concepts owned by the worldwide restoration leader BELFOR Property Restoration. These cross-organizational relationships benefit 1-800 WATER DAMAGE through connections with its sister-services brands and the expertise and resources offered by its disaster recovery and property restoration parent operating company. 1-800 WATER DAMAGE franchisees gain tremendous benefits from these associations including referrals and partnerships with other BELFOR Franchise Group franchisees and from BELFOR’s expansive knowledge, training facilities, operational expertise and industry connections.

For more information about 1-800 WATER DAMAGE of Manchester and Nashua, visit https://www.1800waterdamage.com/manchester-nashua/ or call (603)-691-1356.

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