Legacy Restoration LLC

We are thrilled to formally announce the promotion of our Chicago branch General Manager, Dave Kunz, to the position of Vice President of Operations!

In his time leading our Chicago branch, that he built from the ground up, he established a foundation of excellence and assembling an incredible team. Known for leading by example, he has consistently done whatever it takes to support his team and ensure the highest level of service for our clients and partners.
He brings a wealth of diverse leadership experience to this executive role.

As proud veteran, he joined the U.S. Navy right out of high school, serving 9.5 years on active duty as an electronics technician and an additional 10.5 years in the reserves, ultimately retiring as a Chief Petty Officer. His service took him around the world. Places such as Japan, South Korea, Australia, Bahrain, Yemen, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, UAE, Dubai, South Africa and Argentina!

Following his military career, he spent nearly 14 years excelling in tech and software sales. In 2020, he transitioned his leadership skill set to the restoration industry, where his passion for the field and commitment to ex*****on set him apart.

Beyond his professional achievements, he is a dedicated family man and loves spending time with his two daughters, he's also an avid golfer, and a competitive poker player who has participated in the World Series of Poker for two decades. He is also deeply passionate about giving back, dedicating much of his personal time to supporting struggling veterans and their families through the VFW.

We are incredibly proud to have such a dynamic, proven leader at the helm of our operations, and we look forward to the continued growth and innovation he will bring to our company and clients in this new role!

🚨 A reminder that even something as common as a bathroom exhaust fan can lead to major property damage if it malfunctions.

Aurora Fire Rescue in Colorado recently responded to an attic fire caused by a malfunctioning bathroom exhaust fan. Thankfully, no injuries were reported, but three residents were displaced and the home sustained significant fire and smoke damage.

The homeowner first noticed a smoke odor and issues with the fan before the fire escalated hours later into an active attic fire. Situations like this are an important reminder that continuously running exhaust fans, aging motors, dust buildup, or restricted airflow can create overheating risks over time.

For homeowners, property managers, HOAs, and multifamily communities, preventative maintenance is critical. Avoid leaving exhaust fans running unnecessarily for long periods, clean bathroom exhaust fans regularly to prevent dust and lint buildup, inspect venting to ensure airflow isn’t restricted, replace aging or noisy fans before failure occurs, test smoke alarms frequently, take unusual electrical smells or sounds seriously.

Fast emergency response and proper mitigation can make a major difference in reducing secondary damage and helping families return home sooner.

📸 : Aurora Fire Rescue