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Sewer vs Storm Drain

McMahon Team September 20, 2022 13 0

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 wastewater management systems in[...] Read more

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Sump Pump Alarm Going Off?

McMahon Team September 13, 2022 21 0

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 to pump unwanted water[...] Read more

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Don’t Let Mold Stop a Sale: How a Restoration Contractor Can Help Illinois Real Estate Agents

mcmadmin April 19, 2022 111 0

As a real estate agent, it can be frustrating to have a home sale fall apart due to problems with a home’s condition. Both buyers and sellers are disappointed, and some of these problems may seem impossible to fix. Mold can be a particularly scary problem, but thankfully it can[...] Read more

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Can Mold in Your Basement Affect Your Health Upstairs?

mcmadmin April 8, 2022 128 0

Most homeowners and business owners are aware that mold is a common problem in basements. Basements provide a prime environment for mold growth because they typically don’t get much exposure to fresh air or light, and are often damp. What’s lesser-known is that mold can travel from basements to the[...] Read more

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How to Keep Your Backyard Safe for Summer

mcmadmin March 29, 2022 176 0

When summertime comes in the Chicago area, families gravitate to the backyard for fun – firing up the grill, playing in sprinklers or pools, gardening, and relaxing. If the backyard and its components haven’t been tended during the bitterly cold Northern Illinois winter, it may need a bit of attention[...] Read more

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Steps to prevent basement flooding and damage, and what to do if it happens

mcmadmin March 8, 2022 144 0

When you think of basement flooding, you may consider disastrous weather events to be the most to blame. However, water damage is more often caused by internal issues like leaky appliances, plumbing problems, or improper draining around the perimeter of the home. In fact, among the five most common home[...] Read more

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Preventing Snow Damage from Snow and Snow Removal

mcmadmin March 3, 2022 96 0

An average of three feet of snow falls every year in Chicago and northern Illinois. While it certainly doesn’t go unnoticed, sometimes its damaging effects on buildings and homes are overlooked. When snow or ice accumulates, it can really wreak havoc. It’s critical for both Illinois business owners and homeowners[...] Read more

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Winter Weather Damage Prevention

mcmadmin January 13, 2022 143 0

November and December can already be an expensive time of year given the financial demands of the holiday season. That’s why the last thing you want is an additional hit to your wallet in the form of damage to your home or commercial property caused by winter weather. As service[...] Read more

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What Are The Three Categories and Four Classes Of Water Damage?

mcmadmin December 15, 2021 203 0

Water damage to your home or business can have severe, long-lasting consequences ranging from structural damage to illness. Sadly, water damage comes in all varieties, and there are any number of sources water damage can come from: Condensation from air conditioning can leak into insulation Leaky piping can damage surrounding[...] Read more

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Can My Roof Hold Santa & His Sleigh?

mcmadmin December 10, 2021 190 0

It’s the most magical time of year, and while the elves at the North Pole are wrapping up presents for Christmas, your children might have their own concerns about Santa’s yearly arrival. Nine reindeer and a sleigh can seem like a lot for one roof to hold, after all. While[...] Read more

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