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Flooded Bathroom? Here Are 10 Essential Steps to Recovery

Clogged toilets can happen in the best-kept homes, apartments, or condos. Busy families can forget someone’s filling up the tub. A pipe can freeze during the night and burst before you’re awake. From faulty plumbing to a sewage backup, it doesn’t take much to flood the bathroom. Are you wondering how to clean up a […]

“I Am a Hoarder and I Need Help” – 10 Steps to Self-Help

It can feel as though you’re completely isolated and on your own. Even with the help of friends and family, dealing with hoarding can become overwhelming. It consumes the space in your home while it drains your ability to cope. As you look in the mirror, you say, “I am a hoarder. How do I […]

A Pipe Burst and Flooded My House in Chicago – What Do I Do?

Some years, it seems like Chicago winters are the coldest in the nation. We break records, shovel snow and shiver through historic polar vortexes. Residents across the city take it all in stride, but we never get used to the freezing effect it has on our plumbing. Are you ready to deal with frozen pipes […]

How to Fix Water Damage Behind Shower Tiles Like a Pro

It’s easy to take the shower for granted. You use it every day, keep it clean and maintain fixtures with quick repairs. Over time, the walls of that inviting personal space can develop unsightly cracks and surround you with musty odors. Water damage behind the shower tiles doesn’t happen overnight. It’s a slow process that […]

Mold in the Garage? Here’s What to Do Right Now

Most homeowners don’t think of the garage as dark and humid. It often serves as a main entrance into the house, but it doesn’t get much sunlight when the doors are down. Dampness builds up and musty odors fill the air. Sooner or later, you’re dealing with mold in the garage. We’ve work in hundreds […]

Water Pipe Burst in Apartment? Here’s What To Do Right Now

It’s been a long day. You’re headed home to the apartment. Evening plans include relaxing and enjoying well-earned downtime. Wet furniture and soaked floors aren’t on your list of expectations. When you walk through the door, you’re greeted by water damage in the apartment. How did this mess happen? Who’s responsible for cleanup and repairs? […]

Mold in the Laundry Room? 5 Steps to Get Rid of It Now

You’re washing a load of clothes, but something’s not right. The laundry room smells musty. A quick check behind the washing machine reveals mold growing on the wall. You find more dark stains in corners. It doesn’t take long for mold spores to spread through the entire area. You need to figure out how to […]

How to Fix a Sagging Ceiling Due to Water Damage

Water damage: it’s every homeowner’s worst nightmare. When it affects the ceiling, though, it can be especially problematic. When the ceiling is damaged, gravity isn’t on your side. Because of this, you have to act fast to fix a sagging ceiling due to water damage. As a leading ceiling water damage restoration provider in Chicago, […]

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How to Clean Commercial Glued Down Carpet

Commercial carpets work hard. All day long, they welcome your customers into your building. Over time, that heavy foot traffic creates stains, wear spots, and discoloration. To keep your carpet looking fresh, you need to clean it regularly. The question is how to do that. At ServiceMaster Restoration by Zaba, we specialize in cleaning commercial, […]

Help! My Toilet is Overflowing! What Do I Do?

You jiggle the handle, but it doesn’t help. The toilet won’t flush. Water rises up, fills the bowl and spills out onto the bathroom floor. You’re dealing with an overflowing toilet. How do you handle this mess before it floods the bathroom? With over 85 years of combined experience, we’ve helped residents in Chicago with […]

Leak in the Attic? Here’s What to Do Right Now

By the time you realize there’s a slow leak in the attic, it’s already affected stored belongings, insulation, ductwork and joists. A broken pipe up in the attic can quickly result in dangerous ceiling damage as leaking water soaks walls, floors and furnishings in the rooms below. Regardless of the cause, it’s never easy to […]

How to Quickly Put Out a Grease Fire

It only takes a few seconds for hot oil or grease to flame up. Do you know how to safely put out a grease fire? As Chicago’s largest fire restoration company, we have 15+ years of experience helping homeowners deal with the aftermath of kitchen fires. We want you to know what to do before […]

What Is Water Remediation? Everything You Need to Know

Water remediation is a critical step in restoration. If you’re like most property owners, you might not be familiar with this part of the process. Fortunately, ServiceMaster Restoration by Zaba is here to help. We have more than 85 years of combined experience in restoration, and we take care of water damage in Chicago homes and businesses […]

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Flooded Bathroom? Here Are 10 Essential Steps to Recovery

“I Am a Hoarder and I Need Help” – 10 Steps to Self-Help

Featured Blog Posts

Flooded Bathroom? Here Are 10 Essential Steps to Recovery

“I Am a Hoarder and I Need Help” – 10 Steps to Self-Help

A Pipe Burst and Flooded My House in Chicago – What Do I Do?