Fire Damage Cleanup: 15 Do’s and Don’ts Every Homeowner Needs to Know
If you’re like most homeowners, you trust your smoke alarms. Many houses are protected by smart home security systems. You probably have a solid evacuation plan in place and emergency numbers in your contacts. We all do our best to be ready for the worst. Still,...
15 Christmas Tree Fire Safety Tips for Chicago 2022
Christmas is such a joyful time of year. Everyone looks forward to sharing the traditions that make the season so special. Beautiful Christmas trees always stand tall at the center of our festivities. Whether you bring home a Douglas fir or a Scotch pine, it fills...
A Fire Damaged My Condo in Chicago – What Should I Do Next?
Have you experienced a fire in your condo due to an appliance malfunction or perhaps a fire in the unit above? At ServiceMaster of Lake Shore, we provide comprehensive condo fire restoration services for residents throughout Chicagoland, so we understand how stressful this situation can be. We’ve...
How To Put Out a Candle Fire in 4 Fast Steps
According to the National Fire Protection Agency (NFPA) Home Candle Fire report, 37% of fires from candles start in the bedroom. The fires happen when people fall asleep while burning a candle, or because they keep the flame too close to bedding, decorations, or curtains. Every week...
How to Deal with Fire Damage at Your Hotel
If you've recently experienced a fire at your hotel, you might be wondering what to do now that the fire has been extinguished and you're left with the aftermath of the flames.At ServiceMaster of Lake Shore, we frequently perform restorative services for hotels that have...
How to Clean Smoke Damage after a House Fire like a Pro
A fire is one of the most devastating events a person can experience. Not only is a fire terrifying, but it can cause extensive damage. Even if the flames were contained quickly and your home is still standing, lingering smoke odor and soot can wreak havoc...
How to Put Out a Furnace Fire Fast
Your furnace is a critical component of your household’s heating system, but what happens when it malfunctions? As frightening as it sounds, furnace fires do happen. Here at ServiceMaster of Lake Shore, we tackle the aftermath of furnace fires every winter in Chicago, so we’re familiar...
Chicago High Rise Building Fires: What You Need to Know
For a landlord or building owner, few things are more frightening than a high-rise building fire. While you can’t guarantee that your hotel, motel, or apartment building will never be affected by a fire, you can take proactive steps to reduce your risk and learn...
Appliance Fires: What You Need to Know
Your household appliances: you rely on them to toast your bread, clean your clothes and dishes, and cook your dinner. But what happens when something goes wrong, and those same appliances lead to fire and damage in your home? Here at ServiceMaster of Lake Shore, our Chicago-based...
5 Essential Fire Damage Restoration Tips
Fire is one of the most devastating forces that can impact a home. In addition to causing structural problems, fire also creates smoke damage and soot, which can be challenging to clean up. If you've had a fire in your home or commercial building such as...
High-Rise Fire Safety: Your Essential 10-Point Guide
There are so many advantages that come with living in a high-rise building. There are significant challenges too. Minimizing the risk of fire to life and property belongs at the top of the list. Whether you're a resident, board member or building manager, it's important to...
