Large Loss Restoration

Rob Calais • May 19, 2021

What exactly is a large loss?  A large loss involves damage to your property, which usually requires complex repairs to restore the structure to its original state.  In addition, a large part of business operations are halted due to the damages sustained. Therefore, this makes expediting the restoration process critical for the survival of a business. According to FEMA, 40 percent of businesses do not reopen following a disaster and another 25 percent fail within one year.


DEFINING A LARGE LOSS

A large loss is not solely determined on the actual dollar amount of the damage to the structure and contents. There is no set of rules that determine what exactly constitutes a large loss, but several factors aid with deciding. These circumstances include:

  1.  Has a significant portion of the structure been affected?
  2.  Will the majority of the structure need replacing?
  3.  Will a large part of the business be paused until damages can be repaired?


BEING PREPARED FOR A LARGE LOSS

When a disaster strikes and weather events such as hurricanes, earthquakes, floods, or fires affect your business, you must be prepared and have the necessary insurance policy information. You must know what is and what is not covered by your policy. Also, a trusted and experienced restoration partner is important and can make the process easy during this difficult time. 


At Guarantee Restoration Services, we can assist with pre-loss planning and offer a comprehensive, 3D Matterport scan of your property and help to develop a continuity plan. We utilize the latest technologies to deploy our Disaster Recovery Team of professionals when our services are needed most. 


GRS DISASTER RECOVERY TEAM

When a disaster strikes, our Disaster Recovery Team will quickly assess the damages to your facility. They also mobilize the personnel and equipment necessary to expedite the recovery process. We understand the effect that every hour has on a business that has experienced an interruption of normal operations. Timing is critical while mitigating the property loss and salvaging important documents, materials, and equipment. 


READY TO RESPOND

Guarantee Restoration Services has 5 convenient locations along the Gulf Coast. This gives us an opportunity to serve our partners in many regions. Our team has over 150 dedicated professionals, and we are able to partner with Restoration Affiliates to assist when needed.


We can respond quickly to any size loss with the equipment and manpower necessary to restore your property to pre-loss condition.  As always, Guarantee Restoration is here when you need us most. We are available 24/7, which is not just a number, it’s a GUARANTEE.


Rob Calais is a Business Development Associate at our Lafayette branch. He recently celebrated his 2nd GRS Anniversary in April 2021. To connect with him, visit LinkedIn or send him an email.


CONTACT US
Commercial Property Fire Damage

Fire Prevention Along the Gulf Coast: Common Risks and Safety Tips

By Zack Klein • October 15, 2025
Learn the most common causes of commercial property fires in the Gulf South and key steps to reduce risks and protect your business.

Meet The Team | Whitney Hampton

By Christina Mullins • October 8, 2025
Ahh, October. It’s hard to fathom that we’re already on the brink of Halloween — and then, you know how the rest of the year goes. Before long, we’ll be preparing for our last full company meeting, Family Day, and our Thanksmas celebrations. The end of 2025 will be here before we know it! That being said — no matter what the busy season brings — when it comes to property damage emergencies, our team is always there for you. Meet the Team | Whitney Hampton Every month, I have the opportunity to showcase one of our awesome team members. For October, we are excited to introduce you to Whitney Hampton , one of our Gulfport Business Development Representatives. Gulf Coast Roots & Family Life Whitney was born and raised in New Orleans but has split her time between Louisiana and Mississippi throughout her life. She later moved to Gulfport, where she graduated from high school. As a young adult, she lived in Bossier City, LA. Now, she is back on the coast in Biloxi, where she raises her two children, Kohen and Kobi, with her husband. Education & Professional Background Whitney graduated from the University of Southern Mississippi with a degree in Marketing — SMTTT! This December, she’ll be finishing her master’s in marketing with a specialization in Digital Strategy. Before joining our team in December 2023, she worked in property management. Whitney started in leasing, then was promoted to Community Manager, where she received the Best Marketing Award in 2023 . Life Outside of Work Personally, when she is not working, Whitney is usually busy with “The Adventures of Kohen and Kobi.” They love spending their weekends exploring new places, such as the science museum, zoo, or splash pad. Staying active and making fun memories together is what she enjoys most. Sports are a big part of the Hampton household. They are big Philadelphia Eagles fans — GO BIRDS! They also love the Florida Gators and have attended many games in Gainesville. Saturdays and Sundays are definitely football days in their house.
Fire Damage to a Commercial Property

Commercial Fire Damage Restoration Along the Gulf Coast: Protecting Your Property and Operations

By Shawn Folks • October 1, 2025
Learn how fire damage affects Gulf Coast businesses and how professional restoration services help minimize loss and restore operations quickly.
VIEW ALL BLOGS