by McMahon Team | Mar 27, 2023 | Fire Damage Restoration, Posts
A fireplace or wood burning stove can be an exciting focal point in your home. They provide warmth, ambiance, and style. They can unfortunately also be a source of potential damage to your home. Many fireplace and wood stove owners have experienced issues like chimney...
by McMahon Team | Mar 18, 2023 | Fire Damage Restoration, Posts
If you own a property with a fireplace, it’s critical that you have an understanding of what to do (and what not to do) if you experience a chimney fire. As a restoration and construction contractor helping Mundelein area property owners since 1954, we are experts in...
by McMahon Team | Jan 30, 2023 | Water Damage Restoration
Frozen water pipes and the damage they cause are a problem for thousands of people each year. Cold weather freezes the water in your pipes, causing it to expand and rupture both metal and plastic piping. These ruptures can lead to huge amounts of water flooding into...
by McMahon Team | Jan 20, 2023 | Water Damage Restoration
Here in Northern Illinois, our fall, winter, and even spring weather can see plenty of freezing temperatures. If cold enough air can reach your pipes, the water inside them will freeze, and the frozen water expands. This expansion creates pressure that can lead to...
by McMahon Team | Dec 27, 2022 | Roofing, Water Damage Restoration
Here in northern Illinois, we have crisp fall weather, cold winters, and even many brisk spring days. During these cold times, a home fireplace provides cozy comfort for many. Fireplaces can be wonderful, desirable home features, but they can also be the source of...
by McMahon Team | Dec 21, 2022 | Fire Damage Restoration
Perfectly grilled steaks, delicious deep-fried donuts, or savory smoked ribs – no matter what your restaurant is known for, many kitchen actions come with a side of risk. Almost 10,000 restaurants per year experience fires, and many of those fires are started by...
by McMahon Team | Oct 24, 2022 | Construction, Fire Damage Restoration, McMahon Services & Construction
Everyone understands the immediate danger of a fire. Whether it is in your home, restaurant, apartment building, or commercial property, we all know that it must be extinguished right away. Fewer people understand the risks to your safety and health that are present...
by McMahon Team | Oct 21, 2022 | McMahon Services & Construction, Plumbing, Sewage Cleanup Services, Water Damage Restoration
Whether you own a single home, multiple rental properties, commercial property, or own your own business, having the right insurance coverage is critical. A good policy can keep both your loved ones and your investments safe. One insurance coverage detail that not...
by McMahon Team | Sep 20, 2022 | McMahon Services & Construction, Plumbing, Sewage Cleanup Services, Water Damage Restoration
How They Work And What To Do When They Don’t! Indoor plumbing and wastewater management are amazing modern conveniences, but they can also cause big problems when they fail. So what is the difference between a sewer vs storm drain? There are several different types of...
by McMahon Team | Sep 13, 2022 | Plumbing, Water Damage Restoration
Is your sump pump alarm going off? Here in the Mundelein, Waukegan, Schaumburg and surrounding IL areas, sump pumps are essential to keeping the lower levels of your home or business dry. Typically located in the basement of your property, your sump pump uses a motor...
