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...
Flood Damage in Downtown Chicago? Here’s What to Do
If you’ve experienced storm flooding, a flooded basement, or flooding anywhere in your home, you’re probably wondering what to do. You don’t want the damage to get worse, but you’re not sure how to begin addressing it. Don’t worry. You’re not alone. At ServiceMaster of Lake Shore, we...
Hot Water Heater Flooding? Here’s What To Do Right Now
Your water heater is one of the hardest-working appliances in your home, but did you know it’s also one of the most likely to cause water damage? If you’ve noticed pooling water, dripping valves, or other signs of flooding from your water heater, it’s essential to...
Help! Water is Leaking into My Basement After Heavy Rain
If you’ve noticed water leaking into your basement after heavy rain, you need to act quickly. Whether it’s a small puddle or inches of standing water, water in your basement can be a significant problem for your home and everyone in it. Over time, standing water...
Help! My Crawl Space Flooded! What Do I Do?
Your crawl space is flooded. You’re staring at 6 inches of water and wondering what to do. Don’t worry – help is here. At ServiceMaster of Lake Shore, we restore flooded crawl spaces in Chicago homes when it rains heavily, so we understand every aspect of the...
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...
