You’ve been looking at houses for months, and you’ve finally found one. Everything about it is perfect, and you can picture yourself living there. Things are clipping along – the loan is approved, the seller is happy, and you have a closing date set. All of a sudden, though, your water damage inspection comes back, […]
Have you ever considered what you and your family would do if your neighborhood was flooded? If you’re living in a flood zone, you probably understand the vagaries of flooding after heavy rainstorms, sustained rain events or snow thaw in spring. Flooding causes untold misery for property owners and millions in property damage not to mention loss […]
It’s so cold outside. You find yourself looking up and wondering if the attic needs better protection from this winter weather. It’s been awhile since that upstairs under the roof got an upgrade. You’re ready to make some improvements, but you want to make sure you’re choosing the best attic insulation. How do you decide […]
If you have a frozen pipe in your home, you’re probably wondering what to do. Here at ServiceMaster Restoration by Zaba, we’ve been cleaning up burst pipe water damage in homes in the Chicago area for the past 15 years, so we know what you’re dealing with. In this blog, we discuss how to thaw […]
If you have mold in your crawl space, you’re probably wondering what to do about the musty smell and the possible health concerns. Don’t worry – ServiceMaster Restoration by Zaba is here to help. We have more than 85 years of combined experience in the restoration industry, and we help Chicago-area customers get rid of […]
A hacking cough, chronic fatigue, and red, itchy eyes might be a sign of a hidden culprit: mold growing in your closet. Toxic black mold thrives in dark, damp areas, releasing spores as it feeds on materials found in drywall, carpet, paper, cardboard, or fabric. Breathing in these spores can cause symptoms you might mistake […]
Water is the foundation of life, but too much of it inside your home can have many consequences. Burst pipes, faulty fixtures, leaky roofs and storm flooding are just a few of the things that can quickly turn your comfortable space into a major health hazard. This is especially true in the bathroom where water […]
Whether you build it or buy it, a brand new home holds so much promise. That newly constructed house is your castle. Your first walk through the front door should be a dream come true, but something is obviously wrong. You can smell it, and you might even see it. How does a new house […]
With cool weather finally here, we all look forward to the change in seasons. As beautiful fall days bring us closer to wintertime, we enjoy a refreshing chill before the freeze. It’s time to prep the house for cold weather and make sure the furnace is ready too. Do you have a handy list of tips for […]
When you’re faced with water damage in your home, you need to clean and dry everything as quickly as possible. Fortunately, you’re not alone in the process. Here at ServiceMaster Restoration by Zaba, we have more than 85 combined years of experience in the restoration industry. In this blog, we’ve compiled our top tips to […]