School Restoration Services for Chicago, IL
Professional disaster recovery for schools, universities, and educational facilities
Fast, Expert Restoration for Educational Facilities
One emergency can shut down your entire campus and disrupt learning for days or weeks.
At ServiceMaster Restoration by Zaba, we specialize in restoring schools, colleges, and universities across Chicago and the Suburbs.
Whether your building has suffered water damage, fire, or mold, we bring your facility back to code and ready for students.

Comprehensive Restoration Services
- Water damage mitigation and drying
- Fire and smoke damage cleanup
- Mold remediation and air quality restoration
- Sewage backup and plumbing overflow cleanup
- Burst pipe and ceiling leak repairs
- Storm and weather-related damage restoration
- Ice dam and winter damage repair
- Packout and content restoration
- Full-scale building reconstruction

Specialty Cleaning Services
- Biohazard and trauma cleanup
- Vandalism and graffiti removal
- Tile, grout, and flooring deep cleaning
- Carpet and upholstery cleaning

Types of Educational Properties We Restore
- Public and private K-12 schools
- Preschools and daycare centers
- Charter and magnet schools
- Colleges and universities
- Technical schools and training centers
- Dormitories and campus housing
- Libraries, gyms, and administrative buildings
Signs Your Facility Requires Restoration Services
Has your school facility suffered damage or become unsafe? These warning signs mean it’s time to call in experts to restore a healthy learning environment:
- Water stains, ceiling leaks, or warped floors
- Persistent odors from smoke, mold, or sewage
- Mold growth in classrooms, restrooms, or locker rooms
- Fire or smoke damage in school kitchens or storage areas
- Storm-related damage, like broken windows or roof leaks
- General wear that compromises safety and cleanliness
Our School Restoration Process for Chicago & Suburbs
Immediate Response
We arrive promptly to secure the building, prevent further damage, and assess safety risks.
Damage Assessment
Our experts inspect the facility to determine the extent of the damage and create a tailored restoration plan for your educational environment.
Cleanup & Stabilization
We handle debris removal, water extraction, odor control, and mold containment to stabilize the school and protect staff and students.
Restoration & Repairs
From structural repairs to deep cleaning, we restore classrooms and shared spaces to pre-loss condition, meeting all health and safety standards.
Final Inspection & Communication
We perform a final walkthrough and maintain clear communication throughout the process, so school officials and staff stay informed.
What Customers Say
Alvaro Gonza2024-05-02 I highly recommend servicemaster by zaba, they took care of a recent flood damage in my home, the service and communication was exceptional. Lisa Fremont2024-04-03 Professional from start to finish. Jorge Daniel castro2024-03-21 This is the second time I've used ServiceMaster. I needed the walls and ceiling in my kitchen to be removed due to a water leak from the unit above me. They were super cautious of my furniture and covered everything with plastic. I hired them to do my reconstruction as well and am extremely happy with my new cabinets! Barney Cruz2024-03-21 I had 4 inches of standing water in my basement. ServiceMaster was able to pump all the water out of the basement and cleaned and sanitized my floors and walls. I’m extremely impressed by how quick they worked and how clean they left my basement! madeline kim2024-03-12 I used ServiceMaster for a recent water damage issue. They helped me with my insurance claim and handled all aspects from packing out my home, mitigating and repairs. Thank you ServiceMaster by Zaba, I highly recommend them !!! Edwin Munoz2024-01-18 Service Master Restoration work was excellent on time professional very clean respectful Employees and very detail in the service that they provide for you. They answer any questions you have And are very helpful And willing to assist you. And their services Was wonderful. sondra graton2023-12-28 After a fire, that caused a lot of smoke damage, Fernando the GM, went above and beyond helping us navigate not only the clean up process,but all questions we had. The crew is professional and thorough cleaners. I highly Service Master. Andres Ortiz2023-12-17 While we were out of town our vanity mirror fell and turned on our sink faucet. Water was running for days, we're not sure when it happened, the fire department was alerted when the house sensors got wet and set off the alarms. our neighbor came over when she saw the fire department. We were called immediately. Our agent highly recommended neil at service master. He came out with a huge team and a general manager. I felt very comfortable with him and all office staff to get the job done while we were still out of town. My neighbor checked in on them until we returned. 80% of my entire house was gutted. I have a lot of custom wall paneling, crown molding and trim. They were able to save it all. They also did my packout and duct work cleaning. Everyone at service master was extremely knowledgeable and professionaland very helpful. Maurice Williams2023-12-09 I had a burst pipe in the middle of the night and one of my guest rooms was damaged. Service Master was able to get a crew to me first thing in the morning. Everyone was super helpful and treated my home as if it was their own while doing the necessary work. Aden Zrod2023-12-09 A week after I purchased this property it flooded with 12 inches of water. The previous owner left the basement full of stuff that was ruined by the flood. It was all getting thrown away but now the process was even harder. My State Farm insurance agent had a Servicemaster rep give me a call because I wanted to opt out of flood insurance. It was only a courtesy call to explain the process of mitigating and repairing a flooded basement. I reluctantly signed up for flood insurance just in case....Oh man I am glad I did; this flood situation was a nightmare, and the additional expenses would have been devastating if I didn't have insurance. I immediately called them after all my failed attempts of trying to get the water out. That 15 minute-call saved me thousands of dollars. Servicemaster by zaba rocks! the team was great and they saved me a huge headache. I highly recommend them and I am so grateful for my State Farm agent.

About us
When disaster strikes a school or university, it can bring learning to a halt. That’s where we come in.
At ServiceMaster Restoration by Zaba, we help schools recover from fire, water, and mold damage with trusted educational facility restoration services.
With years of experience, we’ve restored everything from single classrooms to full university campuses—always with urgency, professionalism, and care.
Available 24/7 to respond across more than 40 Chicago-area neighborhoods and suburbs.
Need experienced school restoration experts? We’re just a phone call away.
Servicemaster by zaba Is A Recognized Industry Leader





WHY CHOOSE SERVICEMASTER BY ZABA
85+ Years of combined
cleaning experience
Cleaning tailored around your timetable
Dedicated project manager
Locally owned, backed by a national brand
Full service cleaning and restoration contractor
Licensed, bonded, insured, IICRC certified
FAQs
How long does the school restoration process take?
It depends on the extent of the damage and the size of the facility. Smaller projects may take a few days, while larger campus buildings could take several weeks. We’ll provide a clear timeline after our initial inspection.
Will the school need to close during restoration?
In some cases, yes—especially for safety reasons. We work efficiently to minimize downtime and can sometimes phase the work to keep parts of the school open when possible.
Are your restoration services covered by insurance?
For the most part, yes. We work directly with school districts, private institutions, and insurers to help process claims and ensure you're covered.
Serving The Chicago Area For More Than 85 Years
With three prime locations, we are uniquely positioned to provide a rapid 24 hour response to fire and water damage emergencies, as well as specialty cleaning requests, in all of Chicagoland and suburbs including Evanston, Northbrook, Buffalo Grove, Lake Bluff, Lake Forest, and more.

Chicago Neighborhoods
- Albany Park
- Avondale
- Andersonville
- Bridgeport
- Budlong Woods
- Bucktown
- Edgebrook
- Edgewater
- Edison Park
- Elmwood Park
- Gold Coast
- Grant Park
- Humboldt Park
- Hyde Park
- Irving Park
- Jefferson Park
- Lakeview
- Lincoln Park
- Lincoln Square
- Logan Square
- Loop
- Magnificent Mile
- Millennium Park
- Noble Square
- Northalsted
- North Park
- Old Town
- Pilsen
- Portage Park
- River North
- Rogers Park
- Roscoe Village
- Sauganash
- South Loop
- South Shore
- Streeterville
- Ukrainian Village
- University Village / Little Italy
- Uptown
- West Loop
- West Town
- Wicker Park
- Wrigleyville
Chicago Suburbs
- Des Plaines
- Evanston
- Glencoe
- Harwood Heights
- Highwood
- Hoffman Estates
- Glenview
- Golf
- Kenilworth
- Kildeer
- Lincolnwood
- Libertyville
- Morton Grove
- Niles
- Norridge
- Northbrook
- Park Ridge
- Rosemont
- Schaumburg
- Skokie
- Wilmette
- Winnetka
Lake County
- Arlington Heights
- Barrington
- Buffalo Grove
- Deerfield
- Highland Park
- Lake Bluff
- Lake Forest
- Lake Zurich
- Lincolnshire
- Mundelein
- Palatine
- Riverwoods
- Vernon Hills
- Wheeling
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