Certifications
Buffalo Restoration is committed to training and education for its management and staff to ensure customers receive the best services and latest methods available. To provide training and certification in the field of insurance repair, we use these internationally recognized organizations:
International Organizations:
- RIA- Restoration Industry Association formerly known as ASCR
- IICRC- Institute of Inspection Cleaning and Restoration Certification
- IAQA- Indoor Air Quality Association, Inc.
- World Floor Covering Association
In 1994, Buffalo Restoration's president, Ben Yanker, became the first NIDR Certified Restorer in the state of Montana. This course entailed rigorous study and involved a formal report and screening by an international ethics committee. In 2000, Ben Yanker went on to become the first WLI Water Loss Specialist in Montana. In 2005 Ben became a Mechanical Systems Hygienist. Buffalo Restoration utilizes this training in monthly classes, which staff attends.
Employee's Certifications:
- Fire and Smoke Restoration
- Water Damage Restoration
- Applied Microbial Remediation Technician
- Applied Structural Damage
- Odor Control
- Carpet Cleaning
- Upholstery and Fabric Cleaning
- Health and Safety
- Certified Restorer
- Water Loss Specialist
- Certified Mechanical Hygienist
- Certified Microbial Remediator
- Carpet Repair and Reinstallation
“For me Buffalo Restoration is absolutely #1.”
