Owning a commercial building has challenges. Constant maintenance can keep you on your toes. It also requires you to be ready for the worst at a moment’s notice. They require a lot of attention, and as the cold months arrive, winterization becomes vital to keep your building running smoothly during the winter. Preventative maintenance is […]
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6 Signs of A Sewage Leak
A sewage leak in your property is not a problem any property owner wants to deal with. It is incredibly unhygienic and unpleasant, but can also be a health hazard and difficult to detect. If a sewage leak is hidden, it can be expensive to repair and incredibly costly to repair when it is found. […]
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How To Prepare Your Home For The Winter Snow
In Northern Illinois, we know what it’s like to get hit with a major snowstorm with little to no warning. We get our share of winter weather and at McMahon Services, we want to help you prepare your home for the upcoming winter storms. While you can’t be prepared for every disaster, knowing what’s possible […]
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How to Handle Fire Insurance Claims as a Business Owner
If your business has suffered damage from a fire, you need to file a claim with your insurance company and prepare for a visit from your insurance agent to go through the damages and process the claim. After you report a claim, your company will follow two different paths – they will either send you […]
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What To Do When You Find Water Damage In Your Building
When you find water damage in your building – don’t panic. Water damage is actually quite common. While it is extremely frustrating and must be acted on immediately, water damage can typically be resolved. At McMahon Services, we understand the issues that water damage can cause to commercial and residential buildings. We want owners of […]
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Safety Measures You Can Take to Make Your Home Safe for Trick-or-Treaters
While this Halloween may look a little different than years past, you need to keep your home safe and sound – and keep your spooky visitors safe as well! Take these steps to avoid any potential tricks this Halloween season and make sure everyone receives a treat when they visit your home. Repair any cracks […]
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Property and Building Managers – You Need an Emergency Plumbing Contact!
In your busy day as a property or facility manager, you cannot afford to let plumbing problems slow your company down. You can’t prevent all plumbing problems, but you can be proactive about planning your responses to these issues. It is important to have a list of emergency contacts to reach out to and call […]
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How to Prepare Your Outdoor Plumbing for Winter
Here in Illinois, fall is almost upon us! The leaves are changing colors, the temperature is dropping, and we can feel the change in the seasons. While we start preparing our homes for cooler weather, it is important to add winterizing the outdoor plumbing to your fall task list. What is Outdoor Plumbing When you […]
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Common Complaints Caused by HVAC Systems
As the owner of a commercial property or apartment building, you will receive a fair share of complaints. These can range from legitimate issues to less serious complaints – but knowing which complaints to take seriously and which to discard can help you save time and money. When legitimate problems occur, it is important to […]
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Why Acting Fast to Clean Up Water Damage is Important
Water damage is common and can sneak up on home or business owners, causing serious problems if not treated quickly. In Northern Illinois, we see our share of severe weather that can cause flooding, plumbing failures, and other events which can lead to large amounts of water damage at your property incredibly quick. Acting fast […]
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