Coastal Reconstruction Group Launches New Web Site
Friday, February 26th, 2010
To usher in the new year, Coastal Reconstruction Group, an emergency and disaster general contractor, made a resolution: to transform its web site and marketing materials.
“Other than the collateral materials, the company will remain unchanged – continuing to be the ‘calm after the storm’ for its many apartment and property management clients,” said Ben Zeigler, account executive for Coastal Reconstruction Group. “As always, our family-owned business is ready to assist current and new clients at the drop of a hat – and to help them overcome any disaster-related remediation.”
As part of Coastal’s new look, the web site was redesigned to improve customer navigation, new brochures were created and the logo was revised to echo the updated image. The company also altered its name from the previous incarnation, Coastal Reconstruction, Inc. to Coastal Reconstruction Group. Steering away from the dramatic colors used in previous materials, Coastal’s new image uses a more soothing palette that is well-suited to a company that strives to be a calming resource for property owners and managers in times of stress.
“As disaster contractors, we are the go-to resource when a client’s building or facility sustains damage,” said Zeigler. “This redesign better illustrates who we are: ‘the calm after the storm.’”
About Coastal Reconstruction
Coastal was founded by Don Brewer and O.W. McCurdy in 1986. Since then, the Jacksonville-based general contractor has grown significantly. What began with the rebuilding of an apartment complex – devastated by a 1986 Christmas Eve fire – has transformed into a family-owned and operated business with an exceptional industry reputation. Now, more than 20 years later, the third-generation company has four offices throughout Florida and provides disaster repair services to clients in nearly 20 states.
Licensed as a general contractor in Florida, Coastal offers remodeling and disaster reconstruction services for both residential and commercial projects. In addition to Florida, the company also operates as a disaster contractor in 19 states. Discovery and disaster planning resources are available as well.
About Rapid Response
Disaster can strike at any time – creating wind, water and fire damage that can lead to mold and other costly repairs. For those situations, Coastal Reconstruction Group offers Rapid Response, a cost-free program that assists property owners and managers of apartment communities in pre-disaster planning. Rapid Response provides 24-hour “priority status, guaranteeing that Coastal will arrive within four hours of an emergency call. As one of the company’s most popular programs, Rapid Response is cost-free because Coastal is reimbursed under the client’s insurance policy.
When crews arrive onsite, they take immediate measures (such as boarding up windows, removing debris and helping to restore utility service) to mitigate unnecessary property damage – regardless of the magnitude of the loss. For example, if mold appears to be an issue, the team begins eradicating water damage using dehumidifiers and dryers. Within five days of the initial walk-through, plans are drafted for structural repair, if needed, and the owner is given a detailed scope of work. From there, Coastal Reconstruction Group representatives meet with the insurance adjuster to help settle the claim and restore the property to its previous or better condition.
“During high stress situations, like fires and flooding, it is our job to ease the recovery process,” Zeigler adds. “Everything we do is geared to getting our clients ‘back to business’ as soon as possible.”
More information about Rapid Response – including program details and contact information – is available on Coastal’s new web site at www.coastalreconstruction.com.
Ben Zeigler is an Account Executive for Coastal Reconstruction Group. Coastal Reconstruction Group’s Rapid Response service provides post-disaster damage repair to residential and commercial structures throughout the Southeastern U.S. For more information, or to sign up for Coastal Reconstruction Group’s Rapid Response service, please call 877.708.5501 or visit the web site at www.coastalreconstruction.com.
Disaster Seminar – When Disaster Strikes! Are you Prepared?
Friday, December 4th, 2009
CRI’s Scott McCurdy will be giving Disaster Seminars on “When Disaster Strikes! Are you Prepared?” These Seminars are for “on site property managers” preparing them for disaster response. If you are a property manager and you don’t have a disaster response plan in place, let Coastal Reconstruction help.
CRI Trade Show Announcement
Wednesday, December 2nd, 2009
CRI will be attending several trade shows in Florida this year. Please stop by and say hello. We would love to speak with you and find out how we can meet your needs.
Coastal Reconstruction Expands Rapid Response to Serve Midwest
Tuesday, April 28th, 2009
WINTER PARK, Fla. — In its largest transaction to date, Florida-based Coastal Reconstruction — a general contractor specializing in wind, water and fire restoration — has been selected as the preferred vendor for 1,600 schools in districts throughout Michigan and Ohio. These schools are now covered under the company’s Rapid Response initiative, an on-call property emergency and natural disaster recovery program. With this addition, the company now operates in 18 states throughout the Southeast and Midwest.
“Coastal Reconstruction operates differently from other general contractors by giving property owners the opportunity to enroll for the Rapid Response program before any damage occurs,” says Scott McCurdy, executive vice president of Coastal Reconstruction. “That way, our team can get to work immediately following a storm, fire or other emergency. It not only saves time, but also helps our clients resume their normal lives as soon as possible.”
For more information, or to enroll your property in Coastal Reconstruction’s Rapid Response service, please call (407) 644-1800 or visit the Web site at www.coastalgc.net.
About Coastal Reconstruction
Founded in 1986, Coastal Reconstruction has offices in Winter Park, Winter Springs, Melbourne and Jacksonville, Fla. Coastal Reconstruction serves the entire Southeastern United States under its Rapid Response service and practices as a general contractor in Florida.
About Rapid Response
Rapid Response is available for both residential and commercial properties and is free because the company is paid directly through the owner’s insurance company (the insured is responsible for their deductible). Under this program, a crew arrives onsite within four hours after damage is reported and begins boarding up windows, tarping roofs and eradicating water damage to prevent more structural deterioration. From there, Coastal Reconstruction representatives meet with the insurance adjuster to help settle the claim and restore the property to its previous condition.
After the Storm… As Property Owners’ Advocates, Disaster Contractors Provide Catastrophe Management and Peace of Mind
Thursday, April 16th, 2009
WINTER PARK, Fla. — It’s storm season again in Florida. Just last week, severe weather swept through the metro area — downing trees and ripping off roofs. Last year, rain, wind, hail and lighting caused billions of dollars of property damage nationwide, leaving owners overwhelmed not only by the emotion of the loss, but also with the harsh realities: roof and structural damage, water intrusion, mold, electrical failures, plumbing problems . . . and the list goes on. Those who don’t know where to turn find themselves at the mercy of insurance companies, and vulnerable to scams and price gouging.
“When faced with multiple system failures caused by catastrophic damage to their homes or businesses, most people don’t know who to call,” says Scott McCurdy, Executive Vice President of Coastal Reconstruction. “As disaster contractors, we take care of everything. When property owners sign up for our Rapid Response Program, they simply place one call to us – and we’ll take it from there. We immediately begin damage remediation, such as boarding up windows and putting tarps on roofs. Then, we’ll meet with insurance adjusters to help settle the claim, finish making all the necessary repairs and complete the restoration as efficiently as possible. There is no charge for the program. We are reimbursed by the owner’s insurance company.”
McCurdy adds that the only way to ensure protection is to establish a relationship with a reliable disaster contractor before severe weather strikes. In Florida, more than 75 property owners have already signed up for Coastal’s Rapid Response Program. Last year, the company restored more than 350 structures that were damaged by fire, wind, water or mold.
This year, in addition to the normal severe weather threats, experts also predict an above-average hurricane season with 14 named storms. So McCurdy suggests seven steps to get prepared:
- Establish a relationship with a disaster contractor.
- Know all emergency numbers and who to call when a disaster occurs.
- Identify a safe room. (This is usually an interior room with no windows, such as a bathroom or hallway.)
- Become familiar with insurance deductibles for all perils.
- Develop a plan in advance, should your building become uninhabitable.
- Make sure shrubs and trees are trimmed in advance to reduce debris.
- Plan ahead on how to best secure windows and doors. (Taping does not work.)
For more information, or to enroll your property in Coastal Reconstruction’s Rapid Response service, please call (407) 644-1800 or visit the Web site at www.coastalgc.net.
About Coastal Reconstruction
Founded in 1986, Coastal Reconstruction has offices in Winter Park, Winter Springs, Melbourne and Jacksonville, Fla. Coastal Reconstruction serves the entire Southeastern United States under its Rapid Response service and practices as a general contractor in Florida.
About Rapid Response
Rapid Response is available for both residential and commercial properties and is free because the company is paid directly through the owner’s insurance company (the insured is responsible for their deductible). Under this program, a crew arrives onsite within four hours after damage is reported and begins boarding up windows, tarping roofs and eradicating water damage to prevent more structural deterioration. From there, Coastal Reconstruction representatives meet with the insurance adjuster to help settle the claim and restore the property to its previous condition.
