Content Packout and Restoration Services in Chicago, IL
We restore your belongings and peace of mind
Our Professional services
When disaster strikes, your personal belongings—furniture, family heirlooms, electronics, and irreplaceable keepsakes—often become damaged.
At ServiceMaster Restoration by Zaba, we specialize in professional content packout and restoration services across Chicago and the Suburbs.
Whether your property is impacted by water damage, fire, smoke, mold, or trauma, our local team ensures your items are carefully handled, fully restored, and safely stored until your home or business is ready for your return.
We offer the following:
Content Packout Services
- Detailed inventory and packing of belongings
- Transportation to our climate-controlled facility
- Secure short-term and long-term storage
Contents Cleaning and Restoration
- Cleaning and restoration of furniture, electronics, documents, and personal items
- Upholstery and carpet cleaning, including repairs and restoration.
- Specialized treatment for delicate items like artwork and antiques
- Deodorization and sanitization of items affected by category 2 water damage
On-Site Contents Services
- Assessment and restoration of structural contents
- Emergency removal of unsalvageable materialsl
- Temporary stabilization, board-up, and protective coverings
- Moisture detection and drying of built-in features like cabinetry and counters
What Can Damage Your Belongings?
- Flooding, burst pipes, and leaks saturate furniture, documents, and electronics.
- Smoke leaves soot and odors on belongings throughout your property.
- Water damage leads to rapid mold growth, affecting porous materials.
- Fire residues cause corrosion and discoloration on surfaces.
- Fire suppressants and contaminated water damage possessions.
- Damaged ceilings or walls crush or expose belongings.
- Undamaged items become compromised when mixed with affected belongings.
- Poor temporary storage causes additional moisture or pest damage.
- Longer exposure to contaminants makes damage more permanent.
Our 5-Step Content Packout and Restoration Process for Chicago Residents
ASSESSMENT AND INVENTORY
We thoroughly evaluate your property, documenting and photographing each item to track it accurately throughout restoration.
PROFESSIONAL PACKOUT
We carefully pack, label, and transport your belongings to our secure, climate-controlled facility, protecting them from further damage.
COMPREHENSIVE CLEANING AND RESTORATION
We use advanced techniques to clean, deodorize, and restore items damaged by water, fire, or mold, with the aim of returning them to pre-loss condition.
SECURE STORAGE
We keep your restored items safe in our secure facility until your property is ready, which helps maintain their condition during reconstruction.
REINTEGRATION AND UNPACKING
When your property restoration is complete, we return and unpack your belongings, helping you smoothly settle back into your home or business.
What Customers Say
Lisa StoeryTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The crew that did our furniture and carpeting were AMAZING! They were extremely thorough and went above and beyond the call of duty. I would highly recommend them to anyone! SidTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I dealt with Brittney, who was both very competent and very pleasant to deal with. She also has a very strong work ethic: I emailed her with a follow-up inquiry, not knowing that she had at that point gone on maternity leave. I received a very prompt and courteous reply from Brittney, who was obviously still checking work email while on mat leave, updating me as to her status and providing me with alternate contact information. I was impressed. Ashley kerlinTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Our summer home in Wilmette experienced several burst pipes due to the cold temperatures, regardless of the high heat kept in the home, the cold breeze came in under the doors and froze pipes overnight. I called Servicemaster at the direction of my insurance and they were able to handle the disaster that was left behind after all the pipes leaked. I highly recommended them. Mark GoldTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. These are the folks to call. Fast, efficient, and professional. They came over quickly, showed me what was needed and gave me an estimate. Fernando was great, a real pro and a nice guy. They left everything spotless and made sure everything was ready for the new dry wall and plastering. They made the whole process seamless. It was a water leak that's now just history. Patricia AlvaradoTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I was out of town over the weekend and returned to several burst pipes, there was ice on the walls, ceilings and floors. Although I left the heat on 70 and exposed as many pipes to heat as I could, my heater decided to malfunction at some point. I received an alert on my app that the heat was off but I was already flying home and did not expect anything to freeze. This is not what you want to come home to at 8pm at night. The only one that answered the phone and was able to come out that night was servicemaster. We went over the process of water damage remediation, insurance and how to manage the chaos. Servicemaster was also able to get me a heating guy to repair the system and discuss it with my insurance company as they were skeptical that I had any heat, fortunately servicemaster assisted me with the documentation I needed. Thank You Servicemaster by Zaba!! Phil ChapleauTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Had a sofa bed cleaned and protected by this ServiceMaster. They were prompt, professional, polite and worked fast. Natalia HerreraTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. ServiceMaster Chicago took care of my water damage services, we also needed to pack all of our belongings in order to do the repairs and they packed our stuff for us. The repairs took a while to get on schedule but mainly because our insurance adjuster dragged his feet, I was really happy that servicemaster advocated on our behalf to get everything covered on the repairs, the insurance adjuster didn't want to pay for anything. Our home looks beautiful and the repair process was painless. Also, a big "thank you" to the office staff who accommodated my request for some boxes that I needed to grab from their storage facility in Chicago, it was really easy to work with them. Xck BrmTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The worst part about renting are the things your landlords don’t tell you. Little did we know upon move in, but there was a way for water to get into our unit thru the roof, and sure enough after a particularly heavy snow we started noticing water damage in the ceilings, which was a clear indicator of larger problems. Lucky for us (and our property manager), ServiceMaster was able to guide us thru effective mitigation and helped save our new space. Not only were they fast and effective, they were extremely caring and understanding. I could not recommend a company more, especially when you’re in need of work done effectively and expediently. Thank you again, ServiceMaster. All of our belongings would like to thank you as well. Elyse RoldanTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. had a burst pipe, called service master at the direction of state farm. was very pleased with their services. Baruch TumanTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Service Master was hired by our insurance company. Fernando and his team were punctual, professional, personable and very helpful for the mitigation work we needed done. Thank you!
About us
At ServiceMaster Restoration by Zaba, we understand that disasters can disrupt lives and damage cherished belongings.
Serving Chicago, IL, and its suburbs, our locally owned and nationally recognized team specializes in comprehensive content packout and restoration services for both residential and commercial properties.
We carefully inventory, clean, and restore your items, doing our very best to return them to their pre-loss condition.
Our team of certified experts takes care of every step in restoring your items with the attention to detail and quality we’re known for.
You can rely on us to protect and bring back your belongings, giving you one less thing to worry about during difficult periods.





WHY CHOOSE SERVICEMASTER BY ZABA
85+ Years of combined experience
Emergency response
within 60-90 minutes
Insurance preferred
24/7 Live answering
1-Year warranty
on construction
Licensed, bonded, insured, IICRC certified
FAQs
How do I prepare for the packout process?
Before our team arrives, please set aside essential items you'll need immediately, such as medications, important documents, and valuables.
This ensures you have access to the most important items during the restoration process.
What items can you save?
We bring items back to life that most people would throw away. Our restoration methods safely restore most:
- Clothing
- Furniture of all materials (wood, metal, plastic, leather)
- Books and critical documents
- Photos and albums
- Kitchen essentials and fine dishware
- Kids' toys and stuffed animals
- Electronics and household appliances
- And more
Can I access my belongings while they are in storage?
Yes, you can access your items during the restoration process. We’ll coordinate with you to retrieve specific belongings as needed.
How long does the content restoration process take?
The duration varies based on the extent of the damage and the number of items involved. After an initial assessment, we provide an estimated timeline tailored to your specific situation.
Are all items salvageable after a disaster?
While we strive to restore as many belongings as possible, the success of restoration depends on the extent of the damage and the materials involved.
Items severely compromised (for example, by category 3 water damage/sewage backup) may be deemed non-restorable if they pose a biohazard threat, and we will communicate this during the assessment.
Will my insurance cover the cost of content restoration?
Most homeowners' insurance policies cover content restoration services. We work closely with your insurance provider to facilitate the claims process and ensure you receive the benefits entitled under your policy.
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