In this episode of Restoration Pros Unplugged, hosts Clinton James and Bobby Thomas tackle one of the biggest challenges facing restoration business owners today: hiring and retaining skilled technicians in an increasingly competitive labor market.

Bobby, CEO of Extreme Services, shares what’s actually working for his team—from creative recruiting tactics to culture-building strategies that keep employees loyal and motivated. This isn’t theory—it’s a behind-the-scenes look at how a successful restoration company is navigating the real-world hiring crunch in 2025.

Whether you’re struggling to fill open roles, dealing with high turnover, or just trying to future-proof your workforce, this episode delivers field-tested strategies and honest insight that every restoration leader needs right now.

What You’ll Learn:

• What’s changed about hiring in restoration post-2020—and why it’s not going back
  
  
• Where to find quality candidates (including some overlooked channels)
  
  
• Why company culture and flexibility now matter more than compensation alone
  
  
• How to build a team that actually wants to stay
  
  
• The #1 hiring mistake Bobby sees—and how to avoid it
  
  
• Practical advice any owner can implement this week to boost hiring results
  
  
• What the restoration labor market might look like in 2030 (and how to prepare now)
  
  

If building a reliable, high-performing team feels harder than ever, this episode is your blueprint for doing it better.

If you’re interested in learning how Water Restoration Marketing can help you overcome the challenges discussed in this episode and get more water jobs, book a free strategy session with our team today!

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