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5 Signs that Your Basement Needs a Sump Pump

mcmadmin February 24, 2020 663 0

Owning a home is a huge undertaking. New homeowners may find it difficult to understand the nuances happening in their homes, and signs of moisture or flooding can happen when you least expect it. Living in Chicago climate, our homes must withstand extreme stress, from frozen and thawing soil to[...] Read more

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Sump Pumps and Homeowners Insurance FAQ

mcmadmin February 12, 2020 458 0

It happens all the time. You head down to your basement for one reason or another and suddenly you’re standing in a puddle of water that definitely does not belong inside your home. The sump pump you installed to handle this type of damage is silent. Now you suddenly have[...] Read more

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Top 3 Causes of Winter Water Damage and How to Prevent Them

mcmadmin January 28, 2020 673 0

Winter in Illinois can be beautiful, but it can also bring about freezing temperatures and major ice storms. With such severe weather, frozen pipes can happen quickly, leading to water damage in your commercial building. Roof damage is also a cause for concern during the winter months. Let’s look at[...] Read more

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How to Prevent Fires from Breaking Out On Your Property

mcmadmin January 17, 2020 533 0

During the chilly winter months very few building managers worry about fires breaking out in their properties. While the cold may be upon us here in Illinois, it is important that commercial building owners always keep fire safety at the forefront of their minds! Most Common Times for Commercial Fires[...] Read more

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Has Your School Experienced Water Damage? Let McMahon Services Help You Decide What to Keep and What to Toss.

mcmadmin December 26, 2019 504 0

Your school building experienced water damage and flooded. After the water is gone and debris is cleaned up, it’s time to return the building back to normal and get the school running again. However, even with the clean up done, there are still problems that need rebuilding. Flood water is[...] Read more

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How to Plan a Fire Escape Plan for an Apartment Building

mcmadmin December 17, 2019 1000 0

Owning or managing an apartment complex comes with a variety of different stressors. From collecting rent, handling tenant complaints, cleaning vacant apartments, and other issues, there are major things to consider as well. What happens if a fire breaks out in the building? Are tenants prepared? Do you have a[...] Read more

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Tips for Keeping Your Vacant Home Safe

mcmadmin December 12, 2019 461 0

Are you a snowbird who leaves your home for half of the year, a landlord with multiple residential properties, or a real estate agent with lots of listings you are responsible for? If so, then winterizing to keep your empty home safe during the winter months is a challenge that[...] Read more

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Do I Need an Emergency Generator?

mcmadmin November 20, 2019 580 0

Power outages are common during extreme weather seasons. Typically power outages are inconvenient and don’t pose any major threats or problems. However, when a power outage lasts longer than a few hours it becomes more difficult to have life continue on as usual. Natural disasters can strike at any time,[...] Read more

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Is it Time to Hire a Maintenance Crew for Your Company? Answer These Questions to Find Out!

mcmadmin November 11, 2019 859 0

Many commercial properties depend on their maintenance staff for different tasks. This crew plays an important role in the company by keeping things running properly and quickly responding to building emergencies. Many companies find it difficult to justify hiring maintenance staff, which is why it is important to determine a[...] Read more

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Top 8 Ways to Prevent Frozen Pipes

mcmadmin November 6, 2019 679 0

Winter is coming, and colder weather means frozen pipes. With frozen pipes comes water damage, and water damage can lead to a pretty big dent in your wallet. But before you put decide to pack up and move somewhere that doesn’t experience snow and freezing temperatures, here are eight ways[...] Read more

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