About PuroClean Disaster Restoration Services

Systematic and Compassionate Approach to Property Restoration

PuroClean Disaster Restoration Services provides 24-hour emergency service to all of Rhode Island and neighboring Southeastern Massachusetts communities. Our average “on-site” time is approximately 60 minutes, and we work directly with your local insurance provider. Call us at 866-787-6474 (24 Hour Response) to schedule a visit.

Our team of claims specialists and technicians are all thoroughly screened, insured, and trained in utilizing the latest property damage industry techniques. We know how to get the job done right. And more importantly, we know how to make a disaster transition as smooth as possible with a high level of skill and compassion. PuroClean of Rhode Island ensures its employees receive the top industry certified training, so is committed to getting every production employee qualified to lead water mitigation, fire restoration, and mold remediation jobs.  

We understand that communication during a property emergency is invaluable. PuroClean Claims Specialists and Technicians pride themselves in providing not only great emergency service, but also providing customers with a verbal plan prior to work and consistent updates on progress. Call us at 866-787-6474 (24 Hour Response) or email us HERE with any questions.

PuroClean Disaster Restoration Services of Rhode Island is celebrating over 10 years in business and recently into new, larger headquarters in 2018!

Owner, Chris Sanford is a proud graduate of the following: College of the Holy Cross (’00), University of Rhode Island MBA Program (’07), Leadership Rhode Island (’10), Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses (’16).  He is also proud to stay involved as a volunteer with the West Broadway Neighborhood Association (WBNA), Warwick Rotary, and the Employer Support of the Guard & Reserve (ESGR).

PuroClean of Rhode Island ensures its employees receive the top industry certified training, so is committed to getting every production employee qualified to lead water mitigation, fire restoration, and mold remediation jobs.  Top notch, industry-recognized training provided by the Institute for Inspection, Cleaning, Restoration Certification (IICRC).

PuroClean of Rhode Island has earned its way into the PuroClean President’s Circle 5 times, which recognizes the top 10% of PuroClean offices nationwide!

Recent press we are proud of!

Warwick Beacon

http://warwickonline.com/stories/navy-vet-with-entrepreneurial-drive-recognized-with-state-regional-small-business-award,142075?

Warwick Post

https://warwickpost.com/puroclean-grit-wins-sanford-veteran-small-business-owner-award/

Warwick Beacon Helping Us Spread the Word Locally About Our National Recognition!

http://www.warwickonline.com/stories/award-recognizes-teamwork-of-purocleans-chris-sanford,144531

Our Team

Chris Sanford

Owner

Joined PuroClean in 2007

Owner, Chris Sanford is a native Rhode Islander and a U.S. Navy Veteran. After 10 years away for college at Holy Cross in Worcester, MA and to serve in the US Navy, he returned to RI to earn his MBA from the University of Rhode Island. Chris prides himself in assisting fellow Rhode Islanders when disasters occur in their homes and businesses. He is certified in water restoration, mold remediation, fire restoration, and trauma cleanup by the PuroSystems Restoration Institute.

Leah Sullivan

Office Manager/Controller

Joined PuroClean in 2014

Leah, our Office Manager/Controller joined PuroClean to oversee bookkeeping, accounts payable/receivable, human resources and a myriad of tasks assigned! Leah brings over a decade of experience as a successful project manager for large commercial painting companies, having supervised $1 Million+ jobs at high end locations.

Kathy Wilkinson

Business Development

Joined PuroClean in 2023

Kathy builds and maintains relationships with our many referral partners including insurance agents, property managers and plumbers through a client first mentality. He also represents the company at networking events throughout the state, and is always looking to create mutually beneficial partnerships with growth minded connections. Kathy leverages her 20 years of sales experience help our referral sources with their client retention and customer satisfaction.

Raquel Pereyra

Emergency Services Production Manager

Joined PuroClean in 2015

Production Manager Raquel, works hand in hand with adjusters and our production team coordinating work and invoicing. Raquel brings over 6 years experience in the remediation business and estimating claims to PuroClean. Raquel holds the following certifications: Water Restoration Technician, Mold Remediation, Applied Structural Drying, Carpet Cleaning, Fire & Smoke Restorer, and Journeyman Textile Cleaner through the Institute of Inspection, Cleaning, and Restoration Certification (IICRC).

Stephanie Skiver

Emergency Services Project Coordinator

Joined PuroClean in 2023

Stephanie, is the voice of PuroClean! She helps our clients, vendors and visitors on a daily basis. Stephanie has developed an upbeat, understanding and patient disposition. These qualities make her a great fit for this important role. She works closely with Production on job tracking, scheduling and problem solving to keep our customers happy from start to finish.

Erin Storey

Bookkeeper, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable

Joined PuroClean in 2023

Erin's meticulous attention to detail and bookkeeping background has helped her quickly come onboard and take over our accounts payable and accounts receivable roles. If she's calling you, be kind, she's trying to collect the money to pay for the awesome work we did for you!

Bri G.

Senior Lead Technician

Joined PuroClean in 2016

Claims Specialist Bri is a lifelong Rhode Islander. Bri is a certified Water Damage Restoration and Applied Structural Drying Technician, having successfully completed classes given by the Institute of Inspection, Cleaning, and Restoration Certification(IICRC).

Stefan H.

Senior Lead Technician

Joined PuroClean in 2017

Claims Specialist Stefan is a lifelong Rhode Islander. Stefan is a certified Water Damage Restoration and Applied Structural Drying Technician, having successfully completed classes given by the Institute of Inspection, Cleaning, and Restoration Certification(IICRC).

Sarah B.

Lead Technician

Joined PuroClean in 2020

Sarah has been part of our PuroClean team for over a year. She came to us while searching for a new career focused on helping people. Sarah has earned IICRC Certifications in Water Restoration Technician, Applied Microbial Restoration Technician, Applied Structural Drying, as a Licensed Lead Safe Remodeler and is scheduled for Fire & Smoke class. In 2023 she managed the most work in the field and earned the most 5 star Google Reviews, nice job Sarah!

Achievements

We have been honored to receive the following awards and certifications, including the 2019 SBA Veteran Owned Small Business for Rhode Island & New England!

IICRC Certified

EPA Lead Safe Certified

2019 SBA Veteran Owned Small Business of the Year for Rhode Island & New England!

Best in class Disaster Recovery specialist. We manage an 8-Family building in Pawtucket that had a main sewer line burst. Not only did Puroclean respond quickly and remove the raw sewage out, they [...]

JIM, PROPERTY MANAGER, PAWTUCKET

Both Steve and Alda performed above expectations. Both did an outstanding job, I cannot recommend them too highly.

JUDITH, CUSTOMER, FOSTER

Raquel - Your team did a really nice job this morning. They were on time and answered all my crazy questions. Very patient and courteous. They are coming back Saturday around 11am to pick up the [...]

THEY WERE ON TIME AND ANSWERED ALL MY CRAZY QUESTIONS
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