by mcmadmin | Apr 23, 2019 | Posts, siding
Siding isn’t just to keep your house looking good for the sake of curb appeal. While it’s true that the right siding type can increase the value of a home, as well as make it stand out within a neighborhood, siding also provides many things that are helpful to your...
by mcmadmin | Apr 16, 2019 | Posts, Water Damage Restoration
Spring and summer are the seasons when a sump pump is most needed in your home. Melting snow and ice, along with increased rain showers lead to more and more water. Excess water leads to flooding and a sump pump is used to pull this water away from your home. Sump...
by mcmadmin | Apr 2, 2019 | McMahon Services & Construction, Posts
Since 1954, McMahon Services has been the “preferred contractor” for many Lake County Illinois insurance leaders, and our new technology puts us a step above the rest! Matterport, the industry leader in 3D camera capture technology, recently released Matterport Cloud...
by mcmadmin | Mar 25, 2019 | Fire Damage Restoration, Posts
House fires can happen in a second and can quickly spread to a devastating situation. According to The National Fire Protection Association, 72% of fires in the United States are house fires – and many can be avoided with small changes to your daily routine....
by mcmadmin | Feb 26, 2019 | Mold Prevention Tips
Regardless of how often you clean, chances are, at some point, your bathroom will suffer from some sort of mold problem. While the thought of mold in our homes leads us to immediately think the worst, bathroom mold is a fairly common occurrence, simply because of the...
by mcmadmin | Feb 19, 2019 | Fire Damage Restoration, Posts
According to the National Fire Protection agency (NFPA), seven people die in house fires in the United States every day. House fires are typically caused by general causes and can be prevented with a little planning. Understanding the cause of a fire can help you keep...
by mcmadmin | Feb 5, 2019 | Fire Damage Restoration, Posts
Home disasters can strike at anytime. While we don’t like to think that a fire or flood will ever touch our homes, it is best to be prepared in case the worst happens. We keep our homes safe by installing smoke detectors, planning emergency escape routes, and security...
by mcmadmin | Jan 25, 2019 | Air Duct Cleaning, Black Mold Removal, Posts, Water Damage Restoration
A dehumidifier is one of the most common household appliances. They are used to keep excess moisture and humidity out of your home. While doing this, they also keep mold and mildew at bay. If you notice that parts of your home have that “muggy” feeling that is...
by mcmadmin | Jan 16, 2019 | Air Duct Cleaning, HVAC, McMahon Services & Construction, Posts
Did you know that according to the National Air Ducts Cleaning Association (NADCA) air ducts in a typical home should be cleaned every 3 to 5 years? Granted, this depends on the factors in the home like pets, allergies, if there are smokers in the home, etc. but when...
by mcmadmin | Jan 2, 2019 | Posts, Sewage Cleanup Services, Water Damage Restoration
If you are a homeowner you have probably heard neighbors mention installing a sump pump or even having problems with an existing sump pump that is already installed in their homes. If you aren’t familiar with what a sump pump is – you aren’t alone! This is a...
