A Chicago Homeowner’s Guide to Frozen Burst Pipes
When a fresh blanket of snow covers the ground, the city looks like a winter wonderland. When Chicago temperatures plunge below freezing, you're not thinking about the scenery. You're worried about the pipes freezing. It happens every year to countless homeowners all across Chicagoland. Our teams...
What Does Water Damage in a House Look Like?
Water damage is a considerable danger for a home, and it happens more frequently than you might realize. According to the Insurance Information Institute (III) reports that water damage and freezing accounted for 23.8% of all reported homeowners insurance losses in 2018, and that the average...
My Dishwasher Flooded – Now What do I do?
Your dishwasher: it's supposed to make your life easier. So when you open the unit and discover water pooling in the bottom, it comes as an unpleasant surprise. Unfortunately, you wouldn't be the first homeowner to find that the dishwasher flooded. In fact, dishwasher-related flooding is...
How to Deal with Commercial Water Damage (And Restore Your Property!)
As one of the leading commercial water damage restoration companies in Chicago, we spend each day helping business and property owners whose restaurant, retail facility, or offices have experienced water damage. Thanks to this experience, we're uniquely qualified to help you deal with commercial water damage...
6 Steps to Stop Mold in Carpet from Water Damage
So you've walked into your house only to find there is a major leak causing excessive water damage on your carpet. What do you do? While it’s inconvenient, there is also a health and safety concern to address because standing water due to a leak can...
Ice Dam Repairs: 7 Ways to Minimize Water Damage
You don't need a calendar to know when winter arrives. The first snowfall blankets the yard, and the kids can't wait to go sledding. You're keeping an eye on the weather forecast and the roof. Ice dams are common problems this time of year. Here at...
Here’s What to Do When a Pipe Bursts in the Ceiling
You can see a leak under the kitchen sink or behind the toilet. A puddle around the refrigerator is a sure sign that the water line isn't working properly. A burst pipe in the ceiling is obvious too, but this type of plumbing disaster is hard...
Your Complete Water Damage Restoration Checklist
Burst pipes, basement floods, and HVAC leaks can wreck your home in minutes. For decades, our team at ServiceMaster of Lake Shore has helped Chicago homeowners recover from water damage safely and quickly. We’ll walk you through exactly what to do after water damage, including step-by-step cleanup,...
Basement Drain Backing Up? Here’s What to Do Right Now
This homeowner’s nightmare is a mess. Sewer water in the basement smells awful. It’s hard to clean up, and you can’t be sure of the source. You can be sure the situation poses serious health risks to everyone in the house. What do you do when...
