Commercial Water Damage Restoration in Chicago

Commercial Water Damage Restoration by ServiceMaster of Lincoln Park in Chicago

There's never a convenient time for fire or water damage  and fire damage in chicago area to strike your business. Every hour spent cleaning up is an hour of lost revenue and productivity. So when an emergency situation arises in your business, give us a call and we'll be there fast with the help you need.Servicemaster of Lincoln Park are available 24 hours a day and have the expertise, training and equipment required to put you back in business. The first step to reopening your doors is just a telephone call.Whether you need your business cleaned up or dried out, ServiceMaster Restore will be there to help restore your business.

Water Damage Cleanup & Commercial Restoration

Part of any strong business plan is preparing for emergencies and natural disasters. At ServiceMaster of Lincoln Park we know that for your business, lost time is lost revenue and potentially lost customers. You deserve the peace of mind.

Water damage cleanup, water restoration and flood cleanup in the Chicago area is an urgent business. That's why ServiceMaster of Lincoln Park is on call 24 hrs a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. Water damage increases significantly if swift action is not taken to contain the damage. Our speedy response reduces your stress and saves you money. Our experienced restoration professionals use advanced products, techniques, and equipment to provide the best cleaning service available and protection for your furnishings and property.

Chicago House Cleaning Services

When residences need a thorough cleaning from top to bottom, ServiceMaster of Lincoln Park in chicago is all they need. Our professionals specialize in heavy duty cleaning of residential homes. Our services include heavy duty/debris removal cleanings, move-ins, move-outs, home sales, or strong odor removal. Our services can include washable, dry treatable and hypersensitive services. 

ServiceMaster Of Lincoln Park heavy duty house cleaning service can include the following:

    • Cleaning inside and outside of cabinets, vanities, and appliances
    • Inside windows and doors
    • Window sills and door frames
    • Baseboards, crown moldings, chair rails, and light fixtures
    • Detailed cleaning of toilets, showers and bathtubs
    • Wash walls, ceilings, and floors
    • Debris removal
    • Animal odor removal 

Our expertly-trained carpet cleaners are well-versed in all carpeting brands, and know how best to remove dirt and deep-down soil, even in high traffic areas. We follow the recommended cleaning procedures of carpet manufacturers to provide thorough care and maintenance.

When your home needs a heavy duty cleaning, call the professionals at ServiceMaster of Lincoln Park in Chicago,IL.

Duct Cleaning in Chicag Land

ServiceMaster of Lincoln Park provides Commercial Duct Cleaning Chicago, IL and nearby communities.

Duct Cleaning-Commercial

ServiceMaster of Lincoln Park Chicago provides Commercial Duct Cleaning.
Breathe in the cleanest quality air with duct cleaning services from ServiceMaster of Lincoln Park.

Cleaning your air isn't always top priority on your "to do" list. But with duct cleaning services from ServiceMaster of Lincoln Park Chicago, you can serve up the cleanest, freshest air possible to your family and friends.

When the heating and cooling systems in your home is not properly maintained, dust, pollen, and other unwanted debris can build up and contaminate the quality of your air. Moisture trapped and pooling in your duct systems increases the potential for microbiological growth (e.g. mold), allowing spores from this growth to be released into and pollute your air. Keep your air ducts, diffusers, heating/cooling coils, and fan motors contaminant free with Duct Cleaning from ServiceMaster of Lincoln Park

Duct Sanitizing

With our duct sanitizing we use a liquid chemical cleaning agent which is vaporized and sprayed into the air flow of your a/c system which carries it throughout the entire duct system. This product attaches to any bacteria or microbial growth and eliminates it.

Dirty Carpet?: Try These Tips And Tricks

Do you have stained, filthy carpets? Do you want it to have that fresh look again like when it was new? Regardless of why your carpet looks bad, a carpet cleaner will likely be of assistance. For more information and advice on all things related to cleaning carpets, read on.

When you are cleaning, focus the majority of your attention on the spots where people are sitting like in front of the couch. These are typically the spots where you will find the most dirt, grime and bacteria when cleaning. Run over these areas at least three times when you are vacuuming.

Vacuum your carpet before cleaning it. The carpet-cleaning company should utilize high-quality vacuum cleaners in order to pull up loose dirt prior to using other cleaning products. The results will not be good if you apply any cleaning products to a dirty carpet. Service Master of Lincoln Park can restore your carpet to its original state.

Do not believe everything that you read about carpet cleaning. Many companies offer great deals in their ads, but you are not getting what you expect in most cases. Be sure to ask hard questions before you have them come to service you. Chances are those prices are just to use water.

Ask any company that you contact about carpet cleaning if they have special chemicals for your high traffic areas. In most cases your carpet will be quite clean in every area other than these, so you will likely only need the powerful stuff to be used here. If they do not have such a service you should consider using a different company.

If a carpet cleaning company quotes you a price simply based on the number of rooms in your house, be aware that they might not be completely on the up and up. Houses vary greatly in size. Your living room could be substantially smaller (or bigger) than someone else’s room. Therefore, most reputable companies will give you a price based on your square footage.

You can shampoo your own carpet with a mixture of vinegar and water. It works well is a pretty affordable solution. The professional should mix an equal amount of vinegar and warm water together. Then, they should pour the mixture over your carpet, scrubbing it with a sponge. Once this is done, the professional should thoroughly rinse with warm water. They should use a fan for drying your carpet.

You may want to move furniture yourself before the carpet cleaning company arrives. While some companies do this free, many do charge a fee if you ask them to do it for you. As expensive as carpet cleaning can get, you will want to do whatever you can to save.

Contact the chamber of commerce for local companies. The Chamber of Commerce will actually have information concerning any complaints that have been registered. You can then focus on only competent companies.

Clearly, a professional carpet cleaner can rejuvenate your old, stained carpet. The information here will help you select a good cleaning company. Use the things that have been addressed here and your carpet will look great.

Duct Cleaning in Chicag Land

ServiceMaster of Lincoln Park provides Commercial Duct Cleaning Chicago, IL and nearby communities

Duct Cleaning-Commercial
ServiceMaster of Lincoln Park Chicago provides commercial duct cleaning.
Breathe in the cleanest quality air with duct cleaning services from ServiceMaster of Lincoln Park.

Cleaning your air isn't always top priority on your "to do" list. But with duct cleaning services from ServiceMaster of Lincoln Park Chicago, you can serve up the cleanest, freshest air possible to your family and friends.

When the heating and cooling systems in your home is not properly maintained, dust, pollen, and other unwanted debris can build up and contaminate the quality of your air. Moisture trapped and pooling in your duct systems increases the potential for microbiological growth (e.g. mold), allowing spores from this growth to be released into and pollute your air. Keep your air ducts, diffusers, heating/cooling coils, and fan motors contaminant free with duct cleaning from ServiceMaster of Lincoln Park

Duct Sanitizing

With our duct sanitizing we use a liquid chemical cleaning agent which is vaporized and sprayed into the air flow of your a/c system which carries it throughout the entire duct system. This product attaches to any bacteria or microbial growth and eliminates it.

Hard Surface Floors Cleaning in Chicago

A good first impression. No second thoughts.

Beautiful hard-surface floors can be one of your facility’s most impressive features. When regularly and correctly maintained, they help create good impressions with guests and employees, enhance your professional image, and provide a clean, safe working environment.

Count on ServiceMaster Clean® to custom design a care plan for your marble, vinyl, ceramic, quarry, tile, wood or other hard-surface floors. Our highly trained specialists use the best floor-care products, the most innovative equipment and the most efficient methods. With more than 50 years of experience, we are an industry leader with the expertise to service hospitals, schools, grocery stores, retail stores, high-tech and other facilities.

ServiceMaster Clean Hard-surface Floor Care:
• Utilizes the most current innovations in hard-surface floor care
• Maintains your best professional appearance
• Enhances slip resistance, increasing safety for your employees and customers
• Protects your hard-surface floor investment and avoids early replacement

Upholstery Cleaning Chicago - ServiceMaster Chicago

Your facility’s upholstered furnishings can make your customers and guests feel welcome and valued, but not if the furniture is dirty, dusty or stained. Keep your upholstery’s appearance in top-notch shape, and avoid early replacement costs with regular, thorough cleanings from the professionals at ServiceMaster Clean®.

Our highly trained technicians and highly effective systems clean a variety of fabrics, improving the appearance of your upholstered furnishings and ultimately your facility. By combining manufacturers’ suggested treatments with our unique materials and techniques, we carefully pre-treat, cleanse and dry your upholstery. Chairs, sofas, fabric screens and other office furnishings are cleaned on-site and are ready for use the next business morning.

No matter your service needs, budget or schedule, we will design a plan to fit you.

People and pets tend to gravitate toward fabric-covered furnishings, so those pieces show soil and dirt quickly. The professionals at ServiceMaster Of Lincoln Park are experts at selecting the correct cleaning system for various fabric types and soil conditions.

When cleaning your upholstery, our technicians use specially designed products, equipment and methods every step of the way, including:

• Initial vacuuming and spot treatment
• Cleaning
• Rinsing
• Water extraction
• Washing and polishing frames

Nothing says “clean”—or “home”—quite like pristine upholstery on your favorite sofa, chairs and other furniture. We work to your specifications and guarantee the job is done right.

Call ServiceMaster Of Lincoln Park for your free In-Home residential cleaning service estimates for carpet cleaning, upholstery cleaning and total home cleaning.

Chicago Carpet Cleaners | ServiceMaster Chicago

Carpet Cleaning Chicago - Commercial

Your carpet’s condition is one of the first things people notice when they enter your building. Every year, some 5,000 customers trust ServiceMaster of Lincoln Park to clean more than 100 million square feet of commercial carpet.

ServiceMaster of Lincoln Park Commercial Cleaning Chicago

We have the in-depth experience, advanced methods and materials for maintaining your carpet’s appearance and your company’s image. With our commitment to thoroughly understanding your needs and providing simple billing, it’s easy to do business with us.

Continued care

Our programs for continued care combine innovative products and techniques with the manufacturer’s care instructions to extend the life of your carpet and keep it looking clean and fresh. With one low monthly investment, routine carpet care from ServiceMaster Clean will:

• Extend the life of your carpet investment
• Maintain your carpet’s rich color and texture
• Give a more consistent and pleasant appearance overall
• Reduce the effects of wear, especially in high-traffic areas
• Help prevent soil from building up in the carpet fiber base
• Prevent matting, spotting and excessive wear

​Enjoy a better-looking carpet and avoid the cost of frequent replacement. Plus our clear, manageable fees eliminate surprises or increased costs from one Cleaning to the next.

Commercial Cleaning Services in Chicago

ServiceMaster of Lincoln Park provides Commercial Cleaning Chicago, IL
and nearby communities

We all want a healthier workplace for employees and a positive experience for our customers. ServiceMaster Clean® can make your facility shine.

Whether you opt for green or Traditional Cleaning, our thoroughly screened Cleaning Professionals use advanced technologies and efficient processes—the best in our business, to bring out the best in your business.

Wood Floor Cleaning in Chicago

Proper maintenance and restoration gives you the most out of the substantial investment you have in your Hard Surface Flooring.

Our technicians are expertly-trained in the cleaning and restoration of many types of hard surface flooring. We know how best to remove dirt and soil, even in high traffic areas. We follow the recommended cleaning procedures of manufacturers to provide thorough care and maintenance.

Our Floor Cleaning services for Chicago homes and businesses include:

• Hardwood Floor Cleaning
• Vinyl Tile Strip and Wax
• Ceramic Tile Cleaning
• Grout Cleaning and Sealing
• Laminate Floor Cleaning

Upholstery & Furniture Cleaning in Chicago

Upholstery Cleaning Chicago

People and pets tend to gravitate toward fabric-covered furnishings, so those pieces show soil and dirt quickly. The professionals at ServiceMaster Of Lincoln Park in Chicago are experts at selecting the correct cleaning system for various fabric types and soil conditions.

When cleaning your upholstery, our technicians use specially designed products, equipment and methods every step of the way, including:
 Initial vacuuming and spot treatment

• Cleaning
• Rinsing
• Water extraction
• Washing and polishing frames

Nothing says “clean”—or “home”—quite like pristine
upholstery on your favorite sofa, chairs and other furniture.
We work to your specifications and guarantee the job is done right.

Call ServiceMaster Of Lincoln Park for your free In-Home residential
Cleaning Service estimates for carpet cleaning, upholstery cleaning
and total home cleaning.

Chicago Tile Cleaning & Floor Cleaning Services

ServiceMaster of Lincoln Park has developed superior programs to care for floor surfaces, including tile and grout, marble, vinyl and wood. Your floors will be protected and beautiful.

The benefits of our proprietary approach to hard Surface Floor Care include:

• Superior clean and shine
• Reduced wear
• No burn marks
• Faster, more efficient regular cleanings
• Better slip resistance for enhanced safety
• Needs stripping less often

The ServiceMaster of Lincoln Park Tile and Grout Cleaning process includes: 

• A preliminary inspection of your tiled areas is conducted to assess the best cleaning method.
• Spots and stains are pre-sprayed using our proprietary green cleaning product.
• Dirt and ground-in soil are removed with high pressure cleaning that also rinses and extracts excess water.
• Corners and baseboards are carefully cleaned.
• Tiled areas are efficiently dried.
• Grout lines are sealed to preserve cleanliness and prevent long term damage

Chicago Carpet Cleaning & Steam Cleaning Services

ServiceMaster of Lincoln Park provides Carpet Cleaning Chicago, IL and nearby communities

No item in your home absorbs more than your carpets, and nothing else affects your home’s appearance in quite the same way.

A Professional Cleaning every six to 12 months helps maintain your carpets’ appearance.ServiceMaster of Lincoln Park has the equipment and expertise to remove dirt, detergent and moisture—unlike rented Carpet Cleaning equipment, which leaves carpets wet with detergent residue. We work to your specifications and guarantee the job is done right.

ServiceMaster of Lincoln Park exclusive carpet cleaning in Chicago process includes:

• Preliminary inspection to determine the best cleaning method
• Pre-treatment of spots and stains
• Pre-application of cleaning products to loosen ground-in soil
• Rinsing your carpet with clear, hot water
• Post-treatment of any residual stains
• Carpet grooming for efficient drying and a uniform appearance
• Pads under furniture legs to protect the carpet while it dries
• Final inspection with you to ensure your complete satisfaction

Green cleaning process

ServiceMaster Clean also offers green cleaning for your carpets. As effective as traditional cleaning, our Green Cleaning is odorless and solvent-free. It’s the right thing for our customers—and for the environment.

Construction & Remodeling Services in Chicago

Chicago, IL Remodeling & Construction Services by ServiceMaster of Lincoln Park

We guarantee 100% satisfaction on all our Home Remodeling projects. ServiceMaster can make your dream home come true at an affordable cost and beautiful work with perfection beyond your imagination.

ServiceMaster of Lincoln Park offers these products:

• General home remodeling
• Bathroom remodeling
• Kitchen remodeling
• Flooring - carpet - wood - tile
• Drywall and painting

From the time disaster strikes to Completed Reconstruction, the experienced professionals at ServiceMaster Restore® will guide you through the entire loss process. With clear communication and no surprises, we go beyond doing the best technical job for each client, creating trust and delivering peace of mind.

ServiceMaster Restore can restore nearly any structure—high-rise, retail, multi-tenant, private home—and perform everything from basic repairs to complete renovations.

And, as always, we do everything humanly possible to quickly and efficiently restore our client’s lives and businesses to normal.

Complete reconstruction services:

• Project management, scheduling and planning
• Comprehensive damage evaluation
• Controlled demolition
• Estimating service
• Detailed scope of repairs
• Consultation and design
• Building stabilization

Call ServiceMaster Of Lincoln Park in Chicago, IL for a free estimate.

Hoarder Cleaning in Chicago IL

ServiceMaster of Lincoln Park provides Hoarder and Clutter Cleanup Chicago, IL and nearby communities

Whether you are battling the hoarding compulsion yourself or working with a loved one, you can get help with hoarding. While you are trying to determine where to start, the ServiceMaster of Lincoln Park in Chicago can provide you with guidance and help you feel less overwhelmed and more in control. Don’t try to tackle this project on your own and lose countless weekends and spend your time driving to the dump. Let ServiceMaster Restore assist you with this difficult chore, so you can get help with hoarding and reclaim your happy home.

Some of our Hoarding Cleanup services are:

• Clutter Cleaning Specialists.
• Complete Trash Outs.
• Tailored Cleaning Service for Your Particular Needs.
• Recovery of Documents, Sentimental Items, Valuables.
• Delivery of Storage Bins and Filing Boxes.
• Packaging/Transport/Storage of Items.
• Biohazard Cleaning Including Animal/Human Waste. 
• Roll off Containers from 3-40 yards.
• Recovery/Disposal of Medications and Sharps.
• Appliance recycling.
• Donation of Items to Charity of Your Choice.
• Household Hazardous Waste Disposal.
• Deep Cleaning after Trash/Clutter Removed.​
• It always takes longer than you think

It is worth it to invest in a hoard cleaning service. When the mountains of clutter are towering and movement in the home is limited, you can trust that Cleaning the mess will take longer than you think. Your time is valuable, and when you start calculating how long it will take you to clean the mess without the help of a ServiceMaster of Lincoln park, it becomes clear that you will benefit from professional assistance. Don’t spend every weekend for the next year struggling through the disaster on your own; call us for help with hoarding to clean the house faster.

Trauma & After Math Cleanup in Chicago

Chicago, IL After Math Cleanup by ServiceMaster of Lincoln Park

ServiceMaster of Lincoln Park offers specialized trauma and Crime Scene Cleanup Services in Chicago that will decontaminate the area quickly and safely to restore the scene to its pre incident state.

In the event of a traumatic event, like a homicide, suicide or other fatality, it is important that all affected areas of a building or property are professionally cleaned to eliminate any bio-hazardous waste.

Failure to properly and safely remove all biological and chemical contaminants can pose serious health issues for occupants, employees, customers and owners.

ServiceMaster Of Linoln Park Trauma & Crime Scene Cleanup Process:

When contracted for a trauma or crime scene cleanup job in Chicago,

ServiceMaster Restore will:

• Clean-up and dispose of dangerous material.
• Remove any sign of trauma occurrence quickly.
• Safely transport any bio-hazards that result from trauma cleanup.
• Restore the scene to its pre-incident state so families and businesses can get back to normal.
• Provide a paper trail for future buyers/sellers that substantiate a professional

Content Pack Out & Cleaning

ServiceMaster of Lincoln Park Pack out Services

When experiencing a fire or flood, it may be necessary to remove all of the personal contents and furnishings from an office or home in order to prevent additional damage, theft or to facilitate restoration of the building.

This process is known as a "pack out."

ServiceMaster Of Lincoln Park team of highly trained pack out professionals will:

• Document all of the contents and furniture to ensure that they are properly returned to their original location.
• Carefully wrap all furnishings and pack all personal belongings using standard moving boxes and materials to protect the items during both transport and storage.
• Transport the items to a safe location for storage, which may be done:
• In-house if the loss is small and there is space available within the home or office. 
• On-site using a container/Pod if minor water and/or fire damage repairs need to be made to the building. 
• Off-site in our secure, climate-controlled warehouse when there is a large amount of structural damage, the property is undergoing reconstruction or when the contents need to be restored and/or repaired.
• Provide the homeowners (or tenants) with a copy of the detailed inventory list. If restoration or repairs are needed, the pack out team will clean, deodorize andmake the necessary repairs in order to restore items to their pre-loss condition.
• Items will then be repacked and rewrapped until they’re moved back to their original location.
• When your home or office has been fully restored, all of your pack out belongings will be returned back to their initial location – allowing you to finally get back to normal!

When the unforeseen happens, call ServiceMaster Clean®. Our emergency call center is prepared to handle your call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. Call us now!

Mold Remediation & Mold Removal Services in Chicago

ServiceMaster of Lincoln Park provides mold removal in Chicago, IL and surrounding areas

When it comes to mold, time is the enemy.
That’s why our goal at ServiceMaster of lincoln park is to remove mold as quickly as possible. To help achieve that goal, ServiceMaster of Lincoln Park technicians and project managers complete a comprehensive company training program to ensure the latest technology is used in the mold remediation process.

The most effective drying techniques require us to use sensitive tools to measure and record the temperature, humidity and moisture content of both the home or building and its contents. We follow detailed, operational procedures based on the IICRC and EPA Standards for proper mold remediation. This allows us to determine the Best Mold Remediation procedure based on the type of mold, affected areas and extent of the damage.

Symptoms of Mold:

Typically, your eyes and nose can be used to hone in on Mold Contamination, although that is not always the case. Symptoms of mold within a building may include:

Inexplicable presence of musty odors.
Colored, fuzzy or slimy blotches on walls or other surfaces.
Water stains on walls, ceilings or other surfaces.
Excessive moisture and/or water damage that’s been present for over 48 hours.
When Mold Attacks: The Sights, Smells & Side-Effects

Beyond the grotesque appearance of mold growth and the foul odors emitted by active mold colonies, inhabitants of mold-infested structures may also face allergic reactions – itchy eyes, sneezing and nasal congestion – when exposed to the presence of mold. Depending on the sensitivity of the individual, skin rashes, fever, wheezing or shortness of breath may occur.
Best of all, we offer clients standardized line-item pricing accepted by most insurance companies.

ServiceMaster Restore® has been helping families remove mold for over a half century.
Let us help you too.

Water Damage Restoration in Chicago

Chicago, IL Water Damage Cleanup by ServiceMaster of Lincoln Park

Because water damage restoration is an emergency business, ServiceMaster of Lincoln Park is on call around the clock. In most cases, we can be at your site within two to four hours.

Our trained restoration technicians use advanced procedures and equipment for the highest level of cleaning performance and protection for property and furnishings. The

ServiceMaster Of Lincoln Park Water Recovery process includes:

Phase 1: Emergency Response​

Job Site Inspection and Assessment

Phase 2: Water Removal and Drying

Daily Inspection of Job Progress

Phase 3: Reinstallation and Cleaning, if necessary

Our trained technicians will explain the recovery process and provide a comprehensive water recovery guide outlining the ServiceMaster Restore steps and the homeowner’s responsibilities.

Follow the steps below to help keep the Water Damage to a minimum.

What to do:

• Damage from water and bacteria growth can begin within hours. Call for professional help.
• Remove as much water as possible by mopping and blotting.
• Remove wet area rugs or other floor coverings not permanently attached. Do not attempt to start removing your wall-to-wall carpet.
• Lift draperies off the floor, loop through a coat hanger and place the hanger on the drapery rod.
• Wipe furniture, prop up wet furniture cushions for even drying and place aluminum foil under furniture legs.
• Move photos, paintings and art objects to a safe, dry location.
• Do not remove books from shelves. Rather pack them tightly to prevent warping of pages until a restoration professional can begin this specialized drying.
• Open drawers, closet and cabinet doors to enhance drying.

What not to do:

• Do not enter a room with standing water until electricity has been turned off.
• Do not use a regular household vacuum to remove water.
• Do not lift tacked-down carpet without professional help.
• Do not use electrical appliances while on wet carpet or flooring.
• Do not disturb visible mold.

Fire Damage Restoration Services in Chicago

Chicago, IL Fire Damage Restoration by ServiceMaster of Lincoln Park

We know that fires are devastating and valuables and memories are often the most missed items. The experts at ServiceMaster of Lincoln Park work with you to stabilize your home in Chicago area

After a fire has been extinguished, fire & smoke damage to your home and belongings continue. Many furniture and flooring materials are synthetic; when burned, they generate complex chemical reactions. After only a few days, those items go from cleanable to unsalvageable.

ServiceMaster of Lincoln Park restoration technicians are experts at understanding the chemical combinations that can effectively clean and save your belongings, thus helping mitigate additional expenses. We can even remove soot from at-risk items, such as:

• Brass, aluminum and chrome
• Marble, tile and porcelain
• Carpets and upholstery

Chicago Fire Damage Restoration & Smoke Damage Cleanup Services

ServiceMaster of Lincoln Park five-step fire restoration & smoke damage Cleanup Services process:

• Emergency pre-cleaning
• ​Content cleaning
• Content packout
• Wall and ceiling cleaning
• Deodorization

To keep the damage to a minimum, follow these steps.

What to do:

• Corrosive byproducts can cause irreversible etching in as few as 72 hours. Call for professional help.
• If the temperature is above 60 degrees, air out the house to reduce smoke odor.
• Clean Formica, chrome, porcelain and aluminum fixtures to prevent permanent tarnishing or etching.
• Change the air filter on your furnace if it uses forced hot air.
• Tape damp cheesecloth over returns and supply registers to capture loose soot in the air.
• Discard any open food packages.
• If the electricity is off, clean out the refrigerator and leave doors propped open.
• Send clothing with heavy smoke damage to a qualified restoration dry cleaner.

What not to do:

• Do not touch anything with your bare hands. Oil from your hands can permeate upholstery, walls and woodwork, causing additional damage.
• Do not wash walls. Incorrect cleaning could compound the soot residue.
• Do not attempt to clean carpets or upholstered furniture.
• Do not use electrical appliances until having them checked.
• Do not use ceiling fixtures if the ceiling is wet.

Chicago Mold Removal And Remediation

Chicago Mold Removal Services by ServiceMaster of Lincoln Park

In nature, mold breaks down dead organic matter, a necessary process in the environment. Indoors, however, that process can create serious problems. Mold can cause structural damage to a building and can create severe health issues in your home or office. Mold Remediation is an extensive process. ServiceMaster of Lincoln park has successfully provided mold removal in Chicago for residents and businesses. We are the experts!

The need for Mold Removal can be easily spotted; patchy, dark, discoloration on surfaces in your home or business is a major indicator that there may be mold hiding beneath the surface of your walls, floors, or furniture. That, accompanied by a musty, stale odor, absolutely verifies that you have mold remediation needs. However, the signs of mold in a home or business are not always so clearly noticeable. We use technologically advanced infrared imaging to find moisture and mold that cannot be seen by the naked eye. Mold can’t hide from us.

In addition to the structural manifestations of mold, the behavior of those in the home or office can also provide clues to possible mold affected areas. Those with asthma are particularly sensitive to the mold spores in the air, as are children. Adults without respiratory conditions may experience cold or flu-like symptoms, headaches, or dizziness as a result of the mold spores. Increased illnesses may be a sign that mold has become a problem in your home or office.

Removing mold can become a tricky process if all causes of the problem are not appropriately addressed and totally eradicated. The mold and the moisture in the building needs to be fully eradicated to prevent future mold problems. Mold spores can exist in a home long after the visual evidence has been removed. ServiceMaster of Lincoln Park makes sure that the mold damage is repaired, as well as making sure that you have the tips and knowledge to maintain a mold-free home or business.

Mold Removal is important to preserve the structure of the building, and to keep the people living in the building safe and healthy. If you find that mold has crept into your building in the Chicago area, please don’t hesitate to contact ServiceMaster of Lincoln Park. Our mold remediation technicians will make sure that your building is restored to the health and safety standards your family or employees deserve.

Water Damage Repair Prevention Tips: Roof Shoveling

Chicago Water Damage Repair from ServiceMaster of Lincoln Park

As residents of the Chicago area, we are no strangers to snow. A snow-capped roof can create the perfect winter scene, but danger lurks underneath those fluffy layers. If the snowy threat of water damage becomes a reality, call the experts at ServiceMaster of Lincoln Park for Water Damage Repair in Chicago, IL.

Most likely, there is a layer of ice in that mass of white snow sitting atop your roof. You could wait until nature melts all of the snow and ice off your roof on its own, but you might be waiting for quite a while. You may also experience unexpected problems, like water seepage, destroyed insulation, hastened roof rot, and extensive structural and interior Water Damage. Water damage may weaken your structure and eventually cause your roof to collapse.

You’ve probably seen residents on their rooftops shoveling down snow. This is a low-cost option to prevent the buildup of snow and ice, but it must be performed with extreme caution. There are a few factors to consider before setting foot on your rooftop. Take into account the slope (pitch) of your roof: a steeply sloped roof should be approached with extra caution. Also, know what type of material your roof is made of. Snow and ice will slide down a metal roof much easier, but then again, so will you. Regardless of what method you use, please use extreme caution when removing snow from your roof.

Below are a few tips for safely shoveling your roof:

1. Use safety lines for optimal safety and to ease potential falls
2. Shovel downward to prevent damage to shingles and roofing
3. Be aware of where vents and other openings in your roof are located
4. Stay clear of icy patches and ice dams near the edge of the roof
5. Be aware of what falling snow will land on (such as people, pets, and landscaping)
6. NEVER shovel your roof by yourself; always have a spotter

If water damage has made itself known in your home, call the expert technicians of ServiceMaster of Lincoln Park. We can safely and effectively remove the water from your home, as well as offer you specialty restoration services, such as art, document, and Electronic Restoration, to help you save the more precious and irreplaceable items in your home.

Even the most well-maintained roofs can be susceptible to winter storm damage, causing water damage inside your Chicago home. When that occurs, call ServiceMaster of Lincoln Park. Our emergency response team is ready to take your call 24/7/365 to help you with all your Water Damage Repair needs.