Drywall Water Damage Repair: Causes & Fixes
Have you noticed discoloration, texture changes, sagging, warping, or a musty odor in your home's drywall? If so, you've likely got a moisture problem, and you need to act fast to prevent mold, mildew, and other issues. Here at ServiceMaster of Lake Shore, we've been providing Chicago...
Window Water Damage: Signs, Causes & Fixes
Is water leaking around your window? If so, you must act fast to prevent costly damage! Fortunately, you’re not alone. Here at ServiceMaster of Lake Shore, we’ve been helping Chicago-area customers prevent and repair water damage for years. We’ve compiled our top tips into this comprehensive blog. [keyfeature-box] Before...
Is Water Leaking From Your Furnace? Causes & Fixes
If water leaks from your furnace, you’re probably wondering what to do next. After all, your furnace is supposed to keep your home warm - not create puddles indoors! Fortunately, you don’t have to deal with it alone. Since 1996, we’ve been helping Chicago-area homeowners clean up all...
Help! Water Is Seeping Through the Wall When It Rains – What Should I Do?
Have you noticed water dripping or running down your walls after a heavy rain? If so, you need to act fast to prevent expensive water damage. Fortunately - we’re here to help. Since 1996, we’ve been helping Chicago-area homeowners prevent and repair water damage, and we’ve compiled all...
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....
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...
