American Restoration Solutions

What American Restoration Solutions does

American Restoration Solutions (ARS) is a family-owned restoration services company founded in 1964 and headquartered in Plainview, New York. Originally started as a garment and dry cleaning business (American Dry Cleaners), ARS has expanded over more than 60 years into a full-service restoration platform serving both residential and commercial property owners across the Eastern United States, Gulf Coast, and Eastern Texas through Chicago. The company provides turn-key mitigation and recovery for damage caused by fire, smoke, storms, water, and mold, managing the entire process from emergency board-up through structural mitigation, content/textile restoration, packing and storage, insurance estimating, and full reconstruction. Sister companies American Dry Cleaners and American Build Corp support the integrated textile restoration and rebuild functions.

The underlying technology and operational stack combines IICRC-certified project management with Xactimate insurance estimating software, 3D photo walk-throughs and spatial scanning for project documentation, infrared photography for hidden moisture detection, HEPA air scrubbing with triple-filtered air filtration, and commercial-grade water extraction equipment (truck-mounted units, submersible pumps, and commercial dehumidifiers) capable of processing tens of thousands of gallons per hour. ARS maintains a fleet of service vehicles, warehouse facilities for contents storage, and an in-house garment/textile cleaning operation. The company holds IICRC certification, EPA Lead Safe Firm certification, NCA membership, and is a licensed mold remediator.

The business model is professional services on a per-project basis, with revenue generated primarily through insurance direct-pay agreements (covering the majority of work triggered by sudden and accidental losses) and direct payment from property owners. Pricing is project-specific and quote-based, ranging from approximately $1,500 for a single water-damaged room to $250,000-$500,000+ for whole-structure fire rebuilds. A secondary managed-services layer is being built through Priority Service Agreements (PSAs) and Emergency Response Plans (ERPs) with commercial property managers, hotel chains, and multi-unit residential operators. Geographic reach is extended through an affiliate network of independent restoration companies that retain ownership while receiving national job assignments and back-office support, complemented by a structured industry referral partner program across insurance, plumbing, HVAC, property management, roofing, real estate, and tree removal. Customer acquisition relies on a 24/7 vanity emergency number (833-4MITIGATION), Google and HomeAdvisor reviews, social media presence, and the referral ecosystem.

Name

American Restoration Solutions

Legal name

American Restoration Solutions, Inc.

Website

https://americanrestorationsolutions.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1964

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

American Restoration Solutions is a family-owned restoration company founded in 1964 that provides 24/7 emergency mitigation, structural restoration, and content/textile restoration for fire, smoke, storm, water, and mold damage to commercial and residential property owners across the Eastern United States.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Property Damage Restoration Services

NAICS

Remediation Services (562910), Remediation and Other Waste Management Services (5629), Waste Management and Remediation Services (562)

SIC

Services-Miscellaneous Repair Services (7600), Services-To Dwellings & Other Buildings (7340)

akta.pro primary industry

Emergency Mitigation & Site Stabilization (Board-Up, Tarping, Water Extraction) (HSAPAOAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Insurance Claims Estimation, Documentation & Managed Repair (HSAPAOAL), Contents & Personal Property Restoration (Pack-Out, Cleaning, Storage) (HSAPAOAF), Interior Rebuild & Finishing (Drywall, Flooring, Paint, Trim) (HSAPAOAI), Structural Repair & Framing Reconstruction (HSAPAOAG), Mechanical, Electrical & Plumbing (MEP) Restoration & Replacement (HSAPAOAJ), Post-Incident Recovery, Damage Assessment & Restoration Coordination (BPABANAL)

Keywords

• Water damage restoration
• Fire damage restoration
• Mold remediation services
• Storm damage cleanup
• Biohazard cleanup

Headquarters

HQ city

Plainview

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. Emergency Mitigation and Restoration Services: Fees charged for emergency response, water extraction, fire/smoke remediation, mold remediation, contents restoration, packing/storage, and structural repairs. Revenue is generated on a per-project basis through insurance claim payments (direct-pay agreements with carriers) and direct payment from property owners. Services span residential and commercial properties of all sizes.
2. Commercial Priority Service Agreements (PSAs/ERPs): Standing agreements with commercial property managers, hotel chains, apartment building owners, and property management companies that guarantee priority response and preferential terms. Revenue is generated through contracted restoration work dispatched under these agreements.
3. Referral and Affiliate Program Revenue Sharing: Revenue sharing arrangements with referral partners (plumbers, HVAC, insurance brokers, property managers, roofing companies) where commissions are paid on referred work. Affiliate partners receive job assignments through ARS national contracts in exchange for participation.
4. Garment and Textile Restoration: Specialized dry cleaning, laundering, rug cleaning, and textile restoration services billed through insurance or directly to property owners. Includes 24-48 hour emergency rush service for critical items like uniforms and bedding.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

American Restoration Solutions provides 24/7 emergency property restoration services including water damage restoration, fire and smoke damage restoration, mold remediation, sewage cleanup, storm damage restoration, biohazard cleanup, and commercial restoration. The company serves homeowners, property managers, and businesses across the Southeastern United States and works directly with insurance carriers to process and bill restoration claims.

Product overview

American Restoration Solutions operates as a unified restoration platform offering comprehensive damage recovery services for both commercial and residential properties. The core offering combines Commercial Restoration and Residential Restoration as the primary service lines, supported by specialized modules including Water Damage Restoration, Fire & Smoke Damage Restoration, Mold Remediation, Storm & Flood Damage Restoration, and Emergency Board-Up Services. Content restoration capabilities include Carpet & Upholstery Restoration, Clothing & Garment Restoration, Drapes & Curtain Restoration, and Packing & Storage services. The company also provides Natural Disaster Response for large-scale catastrophe events. All services are delivered through an 'One Call, Complete Recovery' model with IICRC-certified technicians providing 24/7 emergency response from initial assessment through reconstruction completion.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Water Damage Restoration

Named customers17 records

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Affiliate Network (Independent Restoration Companies)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorARS maintains an affiliate network of independent restoration businesses, contractors, carpet cleaners, and dry cleaners who join to gain access to national property management contracts, SEO/online marketing leads, and industry referrals. Affiliates retain 100% ownership of their businesses and receive job assignments, back-office support (estimating, billing), marketing resources, training, and catastrophe response opportunities in exchange for participating in the network.
• Insurance Brokers and AgentscoreGTM or Marketing PartnerARS partners with insurance brokers and agents as a trusted independent restoration resource for their insureds. Brokers refer property owners to ARS following a loss, earning referral benefits and strengthening client relationships. This reduces policyholder dissatisfaction that leads to policy cancellations (and lost broker commission).
• Property Managers and Property Management CompaniescoreGTM or Marketing PartnerProperty managers partner with ARS through Priority Service Agreements (PSAs) and Emergency Response Plans (ERPs) that guarantee ARS's fastest response times and simplified transparent T&M pricing. ARS serves as an outsourced technical resource for property managers dealing with fire, water, mold, and storm damage across their managed properties.
• Plumbing and HVAC CompaniesminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPlumbers and HVAC technicians are frequently first on-site when pipe leaks, sewage backups, or puffbacks occur. By referring their clients to ARS for cleanup and restoration, they strengthen client relationships, earn referral commissions where eligible, and may receive plumbing/HVAC subcontracting opportunities from ARS on restoration jobs.
• Roofing Companies and ContractorsminorGTM or Marketing PartnerRoofing companies and general contractors refer clients with storm, water, or fire damage to ARS. This is particularly common when roofing damage leads to interior water intrusion and subsequent restoration needs.
• Real Estate AgentsminorGTM or Marketing PartnerReal estate agents refer clients in distress (recent buyers or sellers dealing with property damage) to ARS as a trusted restoration partner. This referral strengthens the agent's reputation and client relationships.
• Tree Removal CompaniesminorGTM or Marketing PartnerTree removal companies often work alongside restoration companies when storms cause tree damage leading to structural damage and subsequent water intrusion. Referrals flow in both directions.
• Facilities and Maintenance CompaniesminorGTM or Marketing PartnerFacilities management companies refer property damage incidents to ARS and may receive referrals from ARS when clients need ongoing maintenance or repair work following restoration.

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves1 record

Expansion highlights6 records

Regional players

• Allied Restoration: Regional U.S. restoration contractor offering commercial and residential mitigation and reconstruction. Comparable service lines to ARS for mid-sized commercial losses in markets where ARS competes.

Direct peers

• PuroClean: Restoration franchise network specializing in water, fire, mold, and biohazard remediation. Competes for the same SMB and mid-market residential insurance claims and smaller commercial jobs that anchor ARS's regional business.
• Rainbow International: Neighborly Brands-owned restoration franchise focusing on water, fire, and mold mitigation for residential and commercial customers. Comparable franchise-driven geographic expansion model and comparable service line breadth.
• SERVPRO: Largest U.S. restoration franchise network offering fire, water, and mold mitigation plus reconstruction. Competes head-to-head with ARS for both residential and commercial claims across the same Eastern U.S. footprint.
• Restoration 1: National restoration franchise providing water, fire, mold, and storm damage mitigation plus reconstruction. Competes with ARS on residential insurance claims and smaller commercial jobs across overlapping geographic markets.
• Paul Davis Restoration: National restoration franchise providing residential and commercial mitigation, reconstruction, and contents services. Competes with ARS in the residential insurance-claim channel and on commercial PSAs across overlapping East Coast / Midwest markets.
• BELFOR Property Restoration: Global commercial-focused disaster recovery firm serving hotels, offices, and industrial sites. Direct competitor for large-loss commercial mitigation and reconstruction contracts, including the same enterprise client profiles (hospitality, retail, financial services) ARS pursues.
• Steamatic: Restoration and cleaning franchise specializing in water and fire damage restoration, including contents/textile cleaning. Comparable full-service offering to ARS, including textile restoration as a core capability.
• Duraclean: Restoration and specialty cleaning company with textile/content cleaning heritage similar to ARS. Overlaps with ARS's contents/pack-out/textile restoration capabilities and insurance-billed cleaning work.

Broad incumbents

• ServiceMaster Restore: Division of the broader ServiceMaster brand portfolio offering commercial and residential restoration. Overlaps with ARS on large-loss and catastrophe response capabilities but operates within a much wider services portfolio (homemaker, Terminix).

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/infoARSny
• Instagraminstagram.com/p/CfT7xqHs0pr
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/american-restoration-solutions

Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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