What Happens During a Fire Damage Inspection?
When a fire devastates a home or business, the aftermath can feel overwhelming. Before you can get life back to normal, though, you need a fire damage inspection. This critical process assesses the damage and provides the foundation for a restoration plan. In this blog, we’ll explain what...
Help! My Basement Is Flooding Despite a Sump Pump – What Should I Do?
Dealing with flooding in the basement is hard enough. This time, the sump pump isn't working. Things are quickly going from bad to worse. You have to get ahead of the situation now and head off long-term water damage. For more than 28 years, ServiceMaster of Lake...
How to Fix a Burst Kitchen Pipe: 7 Critical Steps
A burst pipe in the kitchen does more than wreck your daily routine. It spreads water across the floor, soaks walls and cabinets, and creates a huge mess. Managing this kind of water damage emergency isn't easy. We understand. For over 28 years, ServiceMaster of Lake Shore...
Help! My Fridge Water Line Is Leaking – What Should I Do?
When you reach inside the fridge, you don't think about its small plumbing network. When the refrigerator water line leaks and leaves puddles on the floor, you immediately wonder, "What do I do now?" The damage from a leaking fridge water line quickly seeps into adjacent...
How to Fix a Roof Leak Around a Vent Pipe
When the roof leaks around a vent pipe, the damage isn't always obvious right away. Water leaking from a roof vent ruins attic interiors and contents. It migrates down into walls, resulting in long-term structural problems and unhealthy mold growth. We know how quickly it can spread....
What to Do After a House Fire: 16 Critical Steps
Have you experienced a house fire? Are you wondering where to turn now? You don’t have to navigate this process on your own. Here at ServiceMaster of Lake Shore, we’ve provided specialized fire damage restoration services for customers in the Chicago area since 1996. In this blog, we’ve...
How to Manage Water Damage from the Condo Above in Illinois
Is there water leaking through your ceiling? Have you noticed dark spots, stains, or the sound of dripping water? If so, you might have water damage from the condo above. Fortunately, you don’t have to deal with it alone. Here at ServiceMaster or Lake Shore, we’ve been providing...
Help! My Bathtub is Leaking – What Should I Do?
If you have a bathtub leak, you need to act quickly to prevent significant water damage. Taking immediate action can save you both time and money in the long run. Fortunately, you're not alone in the process. At ServiceMaster of Lake Shore, we've been serving Chicago-area customers since...
How to Repair a Burst Pipe: 5 Effective Steps
When a pipe bursts, it quickly spreads water damage throughout the house. Should you call a plumber or fix it yourself? With the right gear on hand, you can repair a burst pipe. For more than 27 years, ServiceMaster of Lake Shore has provided restoration services for...
13 Warning Signs of a Burst Underground Pipe
If you have a burst underground pipe, you need to act quickly - before it causes significant damage. We’re here to help. At ServiceMaster of Lake Shore, we’ve been helping homeowners in the Chicago area deal with burst pipes since 1996. In this blog, we’ve compiled our knowledge...
How to Thaw a Frozen Drain Pipe: 7 Effective Ways
When plunging temperatures freeze the drain pipes in your home, you're dealing with a potential plumbing disaster. The spill or backup from a burst drain line is classified as Category 2 gray water. You don't want this type of contamination pouring into your home. For more than...
My Pipes Have Been Frozen for More Than 2 Days – What Should I Do?
You're back from a short trip and realize your home's pipes have been frozen for more than two days. It's a serious plumbing problem, but how do you solve it without making it worse? We have the answer and more. For over 27 years, ServiceMaster of...
