FOUNDER & CONSULTING PARTNER

Jeff Skrilow is the Founding Member of Damage Control, Inc. (DCI) and President/CEO of the Company since 1996. He has many accreditations within the Restoration Industry, among them, Certified Restorer, Water Loss Specialist, Infection Control Risk Assessment Supervisor/Educator, Registered Mold Inspector, CE Instructor for the State of PA and a variety of designations from the IICRC. He attended the State University of NY at Buffalo from 1978-1982.

Jeff has served on Advisory Committees for Restoration businesses around the Country and is a former Board member of the Better Business Bureau of NE and Central PA. Currently, Jeff serves on the Board of Directors for the PA State Police Camp Cadet.

Jeff’s commitment to continued education in the industry and attention to technological advances has helped to keep DCI in the forefront among his clients. Jeff’s philosophy does not allow for complacency, continuing to adapt to a fast paced, ever changing industry.

His wife Carmella, while not an employee, was a key partner during the establishment, growth and all milestones of DCI. In January, 2025, Jeff will step down as President and CEO, making way for a new generation of leaders within DCI.

In his free time he enjoys playing Bocce with friends, grilling and spending time at home with Carmella, affectionately known as 'Candy', and their 3 cats. As Jeff begins his retirement, he looks forward to mentoring other business owners and continuing to consult for Damage Control.

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

Sarah Cain began her career with Damage Control in 2007, when she was hired as Executive Assistant. As a part time student, she worked full time during the day at Damage Control performing general office tasks, Accounts Receivable and assisting the company President, while attending school at night. The expectation was to finish her schooling and then leave to pursue her trade. Sarah ended up falling in love with the culture of the company and after finishing her schooling in 2009, stayed with Damage Control. As the years progressed, Sarah began taking on all responsibilities in the Business Office, Accounts Payable, Human Resources and contributing to the implementation of new policies and procedures. It became clear that with the present CEO stepping down, Sarah was the perfect choice as his replacement.

In January, 2025, Sarah will begin her new role as CEO, working to ensure that the company she loves continues to grow and prosper. She believes that investing in Damage Control's employees is essential to Damage Control's success and has already championed new ways to elevate the roles of the employees and augment their pay.

Sarah lives in Jermyn, PA with fiancé, Tim, children - Evelyn (4), Tommy (12) & Ethan (13), 2 dogs and 2 cats. She enjoys spending time with her family, cheering on her children’s sports and activities, and traveling.

CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER

Bruce Morgan began his career with Damage Control in 2014 as a Restoration Technician. He quickly showed strong leadership skills and was swiftly promoted to Team Leader in 2015. From there, he moved up the ladder to Field Supervisor in 2018 and finally to Project Manager in 2020.

Bruce comes from a family that specializes in the construction field. After working in the restaurant industry for a few years, he decided to utilize his construction background by building homes before finding his calling in the restoration industry.

In January, 2025, Bruce will once again be promoted, this time to COO.

Bruce lives in Waverly Township with his wife Samantha, children Jacob & Madeleine and their 3 dogs. Bruce is heavily invested in his community through scouting, coaching his children's sports teams and serving the local volunteer fire company. In his spare time, he enjoys spending time with family, golfing, fishing/hunting and traveling the countryside on his motorcycle.

CLIENT RELATIONS SPECIALIST

Heather Percival was hired as Damage Control's Client Relations Specialist in January, 2023. She obtained a Bachelors of Science degree in Communications with an emphasis in Public Relations and a Bachelors of Science in Philosophy from Mansfield University.

After college, she began her career with McCann School of Business and Technology; initially in admissions and then advancing into the High School Presenter/ Community Relations Representative position for both Dickson City and Hazleton territories. In 2010, she obtained her PA State Insurance License and worked in Commercial Insurance with many of our local municipalities, fire departments and small commercial businesses. She also operated her own boutique which specialized in locally made products.

Heather lives in South Abington Township with husband, Tony and her twins, Grace and Tony. She enjoys spending time with her family, cooking, and entertaining. When her children aren't on a field or court somewhere, they all love to travel and go camping as a family.

RECONSTRUCTION DIVISION PROJECT MANAGER

Alex Finkle began his career at Damage Control in February, 2023 as a Restoration Technician. With a background in construction, he began working primarily on reconstruction jobs while learning more about the mitigation side of the business. He quickly showed promise and when a Team Leader position became available, he applied and was promoted in September of 2023.

On October 1, 2024, he was promoted yet again to Project Manager for Damage Control's Reconstruction division.

Alex lives in Jermyn with his 3 children - Ashtyn, Avery and Auden, as well as their cat Cullen. He enjoys spending time with his kids, being active, going to the gym, hiking, learning new things & working with his hands.

TEAM LEADER

Dan Mercado began his career at Damage Control in December, 2020 as a Restoration Technician. It became apparent very quickly that Dan had the leadership skills that Damage Control looked for in a Team Leader, so when that position became available, he applied and was promoted in December of 2021. He has a wealth of knowledge about the Restoration Industry and is the first point of contact for Damage Control technicians when they have questions or concerns.

Dan lives locally and is a very proud father and grandfather, who loves spending time with his family and friends.

TEAM LEADER

John Highhouse began his career at Damage Control in January, 2022 as a Restoration Technician. With John's attention to detail, he quickly found his niche working with contents, which he meticulously inventories, photographs and packs up to be cleaned and stored. John also goes on all forms of mitigation calls and assists on small repairs. After demonstrating that he had the leadership skills necessary to be a Team Leader, when the position became available in September, 2024, John applied and was promoted.

John lives in Eynon with his wife Kristen and daughter Juliet. He has 3 dogs. He enjoys skiing with his daughter and hikes with his entire family.

MASTER CRAFTSMAN

Edward 'Ned' Slangan began his career at Damage Control in 2016.  With a vast amount of knowledge in construction and mechanics, Ned can be found in our warehouse 3 days a week repairing anything needed and maintaining our equipment and systems.  He also gathers and delivers materials to jobsites, cleans contents and performs any building maintenance needed.

Ned is a veteran of the Marine Corps having served 1964 - 1968.

Ned lives in Scott Twp. with his wife, Diana. He has 4 children - Ned Jr., Tim, Kaelyn and Konnor and 4 grandchildren - Timmy, Aubre, Brennen and Eddie Jr.  In his free time, he enjoys going on adventures with his family, riding his side by side and hanging out with friends.

CARPENTER

Lars Swanson began his career at Damage Control at the turn of the century as a Restoration Technician. With a new house in need of rehab, he decided to leave the company to pursue his dream of becoming a carpenter. In 2007, Lars made his way back as a valuable and skilled subcontractor, where he ran his own business while performing a variety of jobs for Damage Control.

In 2023, Lars returned to Damage Control as a full-time employee. His role as Carpenter was enthusiastically welcomed by staff, technicians and customers alike. Lars performs his duties with skills and humor, and his generous nature and patience are appreciated by those he spends his time teaching.

Lars lives at home in Clarks Green.

RESTORATION TECHNICIAN

Mason Tallman began his career at Damage Control in October, 2023 as a Restoration Technician. Mason is always ready to learn new things. He helps out in any way he can and shares his knowledge with others.

Mason enjoys playing video games, shooting and spending time with family.

RESTORATION TECHNICIAN

Stephen Green began his career at Damage Control in March, 2024 as a Restoration Technician. Steve has showed a vast amount of compassion for Damage Control's customers and his co-workers. He's always there to help out in any way he can.

Steve currently lives in Peckville with his wife Kim and their fur baby (and Steve's pheasant hunting buddy) Alder. When Steve isn't busy wood-working, you can find him in the woods hunting or in a river fly fishing.

RESTORATION TECHNICIAN

Branden Pinto began his career at Damage Control in July, 2024 as a Restoration Technician.  In his short amount of time with Damage Control, Branden has shown himself to be a true team player.  He is always ready to step up to the plate to help out his team.

Branden lives in Dunmore with fiancée Mariah and children Lilliana, Julius & Ivory. He enjoys spending time with family, mentoring and coaching youth sports in the area & traveling.

RESTORATION TECHNICIAN

Danny Sherbahn began his career at Damage Control in July, 2024 as a Restoration Technician. In his short amount of time with Damage Control, Danny has shown us the true meaning of self-work. His attention to detail and eagerness to learn new things makes him a great asset to the team.

Danny lives locally.