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...
Sewer Backup Insurance: Do You Need it?
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...
Sewer vs Storm Drain
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...
Are You Considering DIY to Clean a Dangerous Sewage Backup? Here’s Why You’re Better Off Hiring Pros to Do It
Sewage backups are nasty. They smell awful and can wreak havoc on a commercial building or home. One catastrophic event can wreck valuables, destroy floors, damage electrical wires, force you from your home, or cause you to shut down your business. A sewer backup can...
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...
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...