Guarantee Restoration Services Expands into Texas Following Merger with W.B. Arthur Restoration and Launch of Austin Branch

Zack Klein • October 1, 2026

BATON ROUGE, La. – October 5, 2026 – Guarantee Restoration Services is proud to announce its merger with W.B. Arthur Restoration, a respected restoration provider serving the Austin metro area. The company will now operate as Guarantee Restoration Services Austin, marking Guarantee Restoration’s expansion into Texas. 


The merger strengthens Guarantee Restoration Services’ growing presence throughout the South and Gulf Coast while bringing its 24/7 emergency response, restoration expertise, and    customer-first approach to businesses, homeowners, property managers, and insurance partners across the Austin area. 


“Expanding into Austin is an exciting milestone for our company,” said Shawn Folks, CEO of Guarantee Restoration Services. “W.B. Arthur has built strong relationships and a trusted reputation in this market. We are honored to build on that foundation while bringing the resources, expertise, and commitment to service that define Guarantee Restoration Services.” 


GRS Austin will continue providing the dependable restoration services customers have come to expect, including water damage restoration, facility maintenance, air duct cleaning, carpet cleaning, and more. With the support of Guarantee Restoration’s established operations and resources, the Austin team will be positioned to deliver an enhanced level of service, while continuing to serve the community with care and responsiveness. 


This merger reflects Guarantee Restoration’s continued commitment to strategic growth and providing exceptional restoration solutions in the communities it serves. With established locations across Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, and now Texas, the company remains focused on helping customers recover quickly when property damage occurs. 


“We are excited to welcome the Austin team into the Guarantee Restoration Services family and build on the strong foundation W.B. Arthur Restoration has established in this community,” said Marcie Richardson, COO of Guarantee Restoration Services. “Our focus is to support the team, strengthen service capabilities, and ensure Austin-area customers have a trusted partner ready to respond when they need us most.” 


About Guarantee Restoration Services 


Family-owned and operated since 1974, Guarantee Restoration Services provides professional restoration, cleaning, and reconstruction services for residential and commercial properties across a wide range of industries and markets. With locations throughout Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, and Texas, the company provides 24/7 emergency response for water, fire, mold, storm, biohazard, and other property damage emergencies. Guarantee Restoration Services is committed to delivering efficient, honest, and high-quality service built on a culture of excellence, partnership, and commitment. 


For more information about Guarantee Restoration Services, visit www.GuaranteeRestoration.com. 

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