From garage startup to $6.7M success story: How Coastal Restoration scaled using Cotality solutions

LOCATION: Gearhart, Oregon
FOUNDED: 2015
INDUSTRY: Property Restoration

Coastal Restoration was founded by Chris Corder in 2015 as a "mom and pop shop out of a garage" in the scenic northwest corner of Oregon. Fast forward six years, and the company has grown into a regional restoration powerhouse. That growth wasn’t accidental — it was driven by a strategic shift in how Coastal Restoration managed its people, projects, and data. And at the center of that transformation was Cotality’s Restoration Solutions (previously CoreLogic).

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The challenge

As Coastal Restoration grew beyond its humble beginnings, founder Chris Corder encountered scaling challenges that plague many restoration companies. The manual processes that worked for a small operation became bottlenecks as project volume increased.

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“We were having a hard time tracking things and being efficient with our time,” Corder says. “Technicians were calling the office constantly just to get basic information. Everything took longer than it should.”

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The team lacked real-time visibility into job status, team performance, and project financials. Without a more scalable system, further growth felt unsustainable.

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A turning point

In 2018, Corder sought advice from industry expert Brandon Burton, who pointed him to Cotality’s DASH platform (previously known as DASH by Next Gear Solutions).

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“Brandon told me, ‘Right now, I think DASH™ is your best bet,’” Corder recalls. “We were looking for software that could manage everything — from finances to field communication — and DASH checked all the boxes.”

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What began as a move to improve project tracking quickly evolved into a full operational transformation powered by Cotality’s ecosystem of tools.

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The solution

The implementation began with DASH as the central hub for all things restoration and later expanded to include Mitigate™ and Reporting™ for water mitigation documentation and performance analytics, respectively. What set this solution system apart wasn’t just Cotality’s innovative technology — it was how seamlessly everything worked together to solve real operational challenges.

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‍Transforming daily workflows with real-time operations

With DASH in place, Coastal Restoration resolved its primary challenge of scattered information and inefficient processes. The job management platform provided automated workflows that eliminated redundant data entry, while real-time project visibility helped field teams stay on track and focused in the field without constant check-ins or delays.

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With this change, things just started clicking. All documentation — from photos and authorizations to compliance tasks — now flowed seamlessly through the system. Project steps became automated, with clear guidance on who needed to do what and when.

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While there was a learning curve, the benefits of going digital were felt early. Once teams got up to speed, documentation — from photos and authorizations to compliance tasks — began flowing seamlessly through the system. Project steps became more structured and automated, with clear guidance on who needed to do what and when, reducing confusion and saving time across the board.

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Driving field efficiency with Mitigate  

Building on that foundation, the integration of Mitigate added a new layer of speed and precision to Coastal’s workflows. Mitigate Scan, an AI-powered LiDAR scanning tool, in particular, has redefined how the team captures job site data — by producing floor plan diagrams of each room instantly and removing the need for slow, manual documentation.

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“The technological advancements have been awesome. One of the coolest things is the AI tool where you just scan a room and instantly get a diagram with measurements. A total game changer.” – Chris Corder, Founder of Coastal Restoration

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The impact has been dramatic. What used to take 45 minutes to an hour for a typical 2,000-square-foot home can now be done in about five minutes — depending on layout and pace. This advancement turned one of the most time-intensive parts of the job into a seamless process. Now, technicians complete assessments faster, with greater accuracy and far less friction.

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‍The results

Remarkable business growth

The transformation has been nothing short of spectacular. Since implementing Cotality's solutions in 2018, Coastal Restoration realized unprecedented growth:

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In 2018, Coastal Restoration generated approximately $1.2 million in revenue from roughly 75 projects. By 2024, the company was handling close to 300 jobs annually with revenue reaching $6.7 million — a 458% increase in just six years.

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Data-driven performance management

As Coastal Restoration scaled, tracking productivity and financial performance became increasingly complex. That’s where Reporting made a significant difference in transforming how the team measures success and manages performance. With clear insights into individual output and impact, Corder could provide timely, data-driven feedback to every team member.

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These insights help to drive smarter decision-making and create a culture of accountability — where feedback derived from performance data helps field teams feel more invested, take ownership of outcomes, and stay motivated to improve and succeed together.

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Streamlined operations with integrations

In addition to performance tracking, Coastal Restoration has scaled its efficiency through thoughtfully integrated tools that simplify day-to-day operations. As the company grew from a team of eight to 25, their ability to stay lean and efficient while increasing output became an especially impressive point of distinction. Industry peers often comment on how much Coastal gets done with such a streamlined crew.

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“When I talk with others in the industry, they’re often fascinated by how efficient we are given our size and the volume we handle.”

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Much of that efficiency stems from powerful integrations. Tools like Matterport and DocuSketch connect directly into their centralized dashboard, enabling streamlined workflows that keep field teams focused on core tasks, not toggling between systems. These integrations minimize friction, eliminate redundancies, and help ensure everyone stays aligned and productive in the field.

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‍Looking forward

Coastal Restoration’s transformation from a small operation into a fast-growing industry leader shows what’s possible when the right technology powers the right processes. By streamlining operations, delivering real-time performance insights, and enabling smarter, more agile decision-making, Cotality has become a foundational partner in the company’s growth. But for Coastal, this is only the beginning. With a replicable model and scalable systems in place, Corder sees a future where his business can expand into new locations.

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“I feel very confident that with [Cotality], I could basically duplicate or replicate this company to another location based on what we’ve built within [Cotality] pretty smoothly, just because it is just almost like a copy of what we’re doing here, just in another location,” Corder explains.

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Perhaps the most powerful testament to DASH’s impact is how essential it has become to daily operations.

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Cotality Restoration features mentioned in this case study:

• DASH - Restoration command center for job management and workflow automation

• Mitigate - Water mitigation documentation platform

• Reporting - Business intelligence and performance analytics in DASH

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Ready to transform your restoration business like Coastal Restoration? Discover how Cotality Restoration Solutions can help you achieve similar results.

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Coastal Restoration has been a Cotality customer since 2018, utilizing DASH, Mitigate, and integrated business intelligence solutions to achieve exceptional growth and operational efficiency.