Marcus Reed

About

Marcus Reed is an IICRC-certified Water Restoration Technician (WRT) and Applied Microbial Remediation Technician (AMRT) with over 15 years of field experience in residential and commercial water damage restoration. He has managed mitigation and drying operations across Texas, Florida, and the Gulf Coast — including hurricane response deployments following Harvey, Ian, and Beryl.

Credentials

• IICRC WRT — Water Restoration Technician
• IICRC AMRT — Applied Microbial Remediation Technician
• IICRC FSRT — Fire & Smoke Restoration Technician

Credentials verified against IICRC certification registry

Areas of Expertise

Reviewed Guides(38 guides)

• What to Do in the First 60 Minutes of Water Damage
• Category 1, 2, and 3 Water Damage: What Each Means for Your Home
• How Fast Does Mold Grow After Water Damage? The Real Timeline
• Water Damage Restoration Cost Guide: What You'll Actually Pay in 2026
• How to Choose a Water Damage Restoration Company: 8 Things to Check
• Home Water Damage Prevention Checklist: 25 Things to Do Before It Happens
• Mold vs. Mildew After Water Damage: What's the Difference and Does It Matter?
• Slab Leak Detection and Repair: Signs, Costs, and What to Do
• How to Dry Out a House After Flooding: The Complete Professional Process
• Wet Drywall: When to Save It and When to Replace It