by McMahon Team | Nov 1, 2024 | Plumbing, Posts, Water Damage Restoration
One characteristic that the northern Illinois area is known for is severe winter weather. Snow, ice, and freezing temperature can cause many troubles for local property owners. One specific type of winter problem that homes and businesses in the area are vulnerable to...
by McMahon Team | Sep 24, 2024 | Black Mold Removal, Maintenance, McMahon Services & Construction, Mold Prevention Tips, siding, Water Damage Restoration
No matter what part of your home or business is impacted, water damage can be a big mess that no property owner wants to discover. One feature of your home that you may not associate with water damage issues is your siding. Your siding is one of several features that...
by McMahon Team | Sep 10, 2024 | Air Duct Cleaning, Fire Damage Restoration, HVAC, Maintenance, Roofing
When you think of maintaining your roof and attic, the main thing that comes to mind is probably leaks. Although your roof does play a critical role in preventing water damage to your home or commercial property, it can also be a place where fires start. No...
by McMahon Team | Aug 20, 2024 | Construction, McMahon Services & Construction, Water Damage Restoration
From a late-night fire to an early morning flood, there are many ways that your Illinois home or business can get damaged. In order to get things back to normal as quickly as possible, you know that you need help – but what kind of help? Most people are familiar...
by McMahon Team | Aug 10, 2024 | Black Mold Removal, Mold Prevention Tips
Mold is a type of natural organism that is very common in all types of buildings. Mold loves to grow in places with mild temperatures with a lot of moisture, such as around leaks or where there has been flooding. It feeds on organic material, so wet paper, cardboard,...
by McMahon Team | Jul 31, 2024 | Black Mold Removal, Mold Prevention Tips
Mold is a type of natural organism that is very common in all types of buildings. Mold loves to grow in places with mild temperatures with a lot of moisture, such as around leaks or where there has been flooding. It feeds on organic material, so wet paper, cardboard,...
by McMahon Team | Dec 20, 2023 | Water Damage Restoration
If your home or business has sustained water damage, your first worries are probably things like your wet flooring and possessions. Although those are important issues, it’s important to look up as well: Ceilings can be seriously damaged by water, and will cause...
by McMahon Team | Nov 20, 2023 | Air Duct Cleaning, Carpet Cleaning, HVAC
Smells can be incredibly powerful. They have been proven to have strong connections to both memories and emotions, and can even warn us of dangers. Many smells are wonderful; a fresh spring day, a favorite meal cooking. Unfortunately, there are also odors that are...
by McMahon Team | Nov 13, 2023 | Sewage Cleanup Services, Water Damage Restoration
Here at McMahon Services, we hope that our Chicago area neighbors never have to deal with a messy, stressful sewage back-up. However, these problems can occur in any room with a sewer line, like a bathroom, kitchen, or basement. These rooms can experience...
by McMahon Team | Oct 25, 2023 | Water Damage Restoration
One thing that your home, office, and residential or commercial rental property all have in common is the potential to suffer from water damage. Whether it comes from plumbing or a storm, water can slowly or suddenly cause major damage to almost any type of structure....
