In the event of water damage to your Chicagoland residence or business, swift action is imperative. Delaying response, even for a brief period, can lead to the rapid growth of mold and mildew within 24-48 hours, according to FEMA. Whether it’s a ruptured water supply pipe, an overflowing washing machine, or any other water-related …
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Rapid water removal is essential to prevent the onset of mold growth and mitigate health risks
To address mold problems, it’s important to work with a professional mold remediation company that has the proper training, experience, equipment, and certifications to safely remove mold and prevent its return.
The sewer systems in the Chicago area, as well as in many older cities worldwide, were constructed over a century ago, long before the concept of wastewater treatment existed. Originally designed to handle sanitary flow and a limited amount of stormwater, these local sewer systems now face the challenge of carrying much larger volumes …
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In the aftermath of a tornado, a severe hailstorm, a heavy thunderstorm, or a windstorm in the Chicago area, it’s common to spot blue tarps on roofs and materials scattered in yards awaiting repair. However, some of these visible signs of damage remain untouched for months, showing no progress. What could be causing this? The …
Are you a Chicagoan who attends a place of worship every week? If so, the atmosphere there may give you a sense of safety and security. Emergency preparedness isn’t something that may come to mind while you’re there because you may consider your church, synagogue, mosque, or another place of worship as a sanctuary …
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Guide To Frozen & Burst Pipes Chicagoland Is a Climate Zone 5b where minimum temperatures range from -10 to -15° F. You need to be concerned about pipe freezes. Man, has it been cold outside recently? With temperatures dropping well below zero recently, residents in the Chicagoland area are facing significant threats to home safety …
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As winter approaches, many Chicagoans leave their homes to escape the cold weather and become snowbirds in a warmer climate for a while. Or maybe they’ve moved to a new home and their old home is sitting vacant until they get a buyer. No matter the reason why a house is vacant, it will need …
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Stop, drop, and roll. Head for the cellar. Duck under a doorway. Most advice for saving yourself from a disaster is simple and easy to remember. But the process of saving your Chicagoland home or business after a catastrophe is another story. When you realize that you need more restoration than you’re able to handle, …
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