Water Damage Restoration Service Chicago, IL

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Have water damage? ServiceMaster by Zaba is Ready to Restore Your Property.

water damage chicago homeServiceMaster Restoration by Zaba provides professional water damage restoration services for Chicago, IL and the Suburbs by IICRC certified experts that undergo extensive training in this field.

We take care of all situations that have led to water damage, including:

  • Blocked drains
  • Faulty plumbing
  • Extreme weather
  • Ice dams
  • Broken or compromised water heaters
  • Leaking or burst pipes
  • Water damage from extinguishing a fire

From single family homes, condos, to warehouses and commercial facilities, we service all properties in Chicago, including the suburbs of Evanston, Niles, Glenview, Wilmette, Kenilworth, Winnetka, Park Ridge, and more.

Regardless of what caused your water damage, our team will be there for you. Our restoration experts are standing by to identify the source of your water damage, clean up the mess, and repair your property to its pre-loss condition. We guarantee your complete satisfaction.

Don’t let water damage sit. Trust ServiceMaster by Zaba, the leader among water damage restoration service providers in Chicago, IL fix it When you work with us, you know you’re in good hands.

Call us now for 24 hour emergency help.

If You’re Dealing with the Following Emergency Situations, We Can Help!

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Home Water Damage Cleanup

Whether you’re dealing with a burst pipe, leaky water heater or subfloor water damage, you can count on us. No home water damage restoration job is too big or too small for us.

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Commercial Water Damage Cleanup

When disaster strikes your business, you need a professional company with comprehensive capabilities. We maintain a solid reputation with area property owners and facility managers through our work in high rises, warehouses, hospitals, business parks and more. We understand your unique needs, and we’re always happy to provide references.

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Condos, Apartments & Multi Unit Properties

If you’re dealing with water damage at your real estate property, we repair damages and get your tenants back in the building as soon as possible. Our years of experience cover multi-family properties all across Chicago and the suburbs. We’re glad to share references from previous customers including property managers and condo associations.

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Toilet Overflow & Sewer Backup Cleanup

If sewage backs up in your home or business, it’s more than a soggy mess. Sewage backup is referred to as black water because it contains a dangerous mix of viruses, bacteria, microbes and harsh chemicals. Black water poses a serious hazard to your health. We clean sewage backup and completely sanitize your property.

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Plumbing Leaks & Burst Pipes

Whether you’re dealing with basement water leaks, burst pipes or faulty sprinkler systems, we’re here to help. Situations like these arise unexpectedly, but you can rely on our emergency response 24/7.

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Water-Damaged Ceiling Repair

Often, you don’t realize that water is damaging the ceiling. Without quick action, you risk a ceiling collapse that puts everyone’s safety at risk. You need help right away to minimize both the danger and repair costs.

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Ice Dam Water Damage Repair

From a leaking roof to leaking windows, ice dams spread water damage throughout your home. We use advanced equipment and technologies to clean, dry and restore all affected areas. We take care of your personal belongings too.

Our Water Damage Restoration Services in Chicago, IL & Suburbs

property reconstruction water damage chicagoWe believe the best water damage repair services are comprehensive. No two water damage cases are the same, and you deserve a team that can address all your concerns.

Fortunately, we’re here to provide a variety of water damage restoration services for Chicago customers, including the following:

Emergency Services:

  • Rapid response mobilization
  • Water damage assessment
  • Leak detection (plumbing leaks & burst pipes)
  • Moisture mapping
  • Building stabilization
  • Emergency board up
  • Water extraction and drying
  • Residential & commercial water restoration
  • Flood cleanup for basements and crawl spaces
  • Water cleanup for overflowing toilets, washers, and other appliances
  • Sewage cleanup
  • Applied structural drying

Content Cleaning & Packout Services:

  • We clean and pack out your property’s water-damaged soft goods, including garments and clothing, carpet and upholstery, drapes, bedding, and more.
  • While we repair your water damage, your items are stored in a temperature-controlled warehouse at our Chicago headquarters.
  • Our team provides professional cleaning for all your appliances and electronics.
  • We restore and dry all essential documents and papers.
  • Our team provides professional, expert art restoration for damaged pieces.
  • We clean all shelving, bookshelves, light fixtures, and furnishings.
  • We pack out and either recycle or dispose of all home content we cannot restore.

Restoration & Reconstruction

  • Sanitization and disinfection
  • Odor removal
  • Drywall repair and restoration
  • Carpet and padding removal and replacement
  • Baseboard and trim removal and replacement
  • Fixture removal and replacement
  • Removal and replacement of damaged wood floors
  • Fire damage restoration
  • Mold removal and remediation
  • Complete water damage restoration
  • Final cleaning to get your home “move-in ready.”
  • And more

No matter what you need, you can trust our team of restoration repair experts to get it done for you. If you need a service not listed above, contact us today. No job is too large or too small, and we’re confident we can help.

Don’t let water damage sit. Speak to a restoration expert now.

Our 5-Step Water Damage Restoration Process for Chicago Residents

Our team uses a proven process to repair water damage. Here are the five steps we follow:

1. Determine the Sourceinspecting water damage

One of the first steps to repair water damage involves a thorough property inspection.

Our technicians pinpoint all sources of water with infrared cameras and determine the extent of damage with specialized moisture readers. We then report our detailed assessment to you.

2. Plan of Action

No client should ever be surprised by the process. That’s why we take the time to explain all plans of action, including cost estimates.

If we have to remove baseboards, tear out drywall and dispose of wet insulation, you know in advance. If we can save carpet and recover furnishings, you understand your options.

3. Water Extraction, Drying and Dehumidification

We remove water from your property with a full arsenal of industry-proven water extraction equipment.

After our pumps, vacuums and line truck mounts have done their job, we take care of the drying process with sublimation techniques, air movers and dehumidifiers.

Our teams also address mold inspection and remediation.

4. Specialized Cleanup and Sanitizing

Once everything is thoroughly dry, we begin cleanup. We sanitize surfaces and porous materials with appropriate techniques and antimicrobial products.

Carpets come back to life with deep steam cleaning, air scrubbers restore a fresh atmosphere, and even soaked belongings can often be recovered with our specialized cleaning methods.

5. Final Property Restoration

Our job isn’t done until your property is restored to its original condition. Minor jobs might require replacing small areas of sheetrock. Large projects might include rebuilding floors and walls.

Whatever it takes, we get you back on your feet by making sure that your property is as good as new.

Before & Afters

The ServiceMaster Restoration by Zaba Difference:

  • 85+ years of combined restoration experience
  • Guaranteed response time of under 90 minutes
  • We manage your insurance claims
  • Licensed, bonded, insured, IICRC certified
  • We answer your call the first time
  • Complete property reconstruction

What Chicagoland Customers are Saying

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 !!!
madeline kim
madeline K.
00:20 12 Mar 24
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.
Edwin Munoz
Edwin M.
21:09 18 Jan 24
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.
sondra graton
sondra G.
11:56 28 Dec 23
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.
Andres Ortiz
Andres O.
21:15 17 Dec 23
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.
Maurice Williams
Maurice W.
21:53 09 Dec 23
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.
Aden Zrod
Aden Z.
20:22 09 Dec 23
Joanna provided my fiancé and I with exceptional communication and customer service through our renovations needs!
Liz Bailon
Liz B.
03:06 31 Aug 23

Helpful Water Damage Resources for Chicago Residents

City of Chicago’s Department of Water Management

Chicago Weather Forecast

Disaster Cleanup & Repair for Your Home – FEMA.gov

How much does water damage restoration in Chicago cost?

Most water damage restoration services in Chicago average between $3,000 and $8,000. It is usually calculated per square foot, so the final figures for large properties can be higher. Severe damage and extensive reconstruction also add to restoration expenses.

Are there other factors that affect the water damage cost?

Contamination from sewage backup or toxic black mold growth are just a few examples of issues that may complicate a restoration project. Time is a factor too. Without immediate cleanup, water damage quickly spreads and increases the square footage that must be restored.

How much does insurance cover?

Typically, most policies cover 100 percent of water damages excluding your deductible. However, be sure to check coverage details with your agent. We need as much information as possible so that we can help you file your water damage restoration claim.

How long does it take to clean up water damage?

Water damage restoration can involve removing soaked materials including floors, walls, and carpetsThe drying process averages between three and five days. Finish time depends on job size.

What should I do before help arrives?

It’s very important that you document all water damage with photographs. Most agents consider you responsible for an inventory.

How do I address mold after water damage?

After a water damage event, mold can start to grow in as little as 24–48 hours, especially in Chicago’s humid environment. Our team provides mold restoration services designed to bring mold levels back to normal, natural levels, where they don’t present a threat to people living in the home. We will clean mold where possible and remove items that are affected badly enough by mold that they cannot be saved. The result is a clean, healthy home for you and your loved ones.

When should I call my insurance company?

You’ll want to contact your insurance company as soon as possible, but it’s critical to stop and contain the water damage first. Because of this, most customers call the insurance company after contacting ServiceMaster Restoration by Zaba. Calling our team first allows us to get a jump start on the repairs. Plus, we have years of experience working with insurance companies on water damage restoration claims, and we can help you file your claim for Chicago water damage.

Is water damage restoration necessary?

The quick answer is yes. Even when water damage seems minimal, it can cause serious structural damage to your Chicago home or business. A small leak can cause drywall to become unstable, for example, while flooding in the basement can compromise your home’s foundation.
Additionally, water damage causes mold and mildew growth, which can create a variety of health concerns. According to the CDC, exposure to mold can cause symptoms like wheezing, red or itchy skin and eyes, a runny nose, new or worsening asthma symptoms, fever, and shortness of breath, to name a few.
Without the help of a professional restoration company, you may be unaware that mold exists in your home.
Here’s the bottom line:
Even if it just seems like a small leak or a slow drip, contact ServiceMaster Restoration by Zaba. Our Chicago-based team will evaluate the source and extent of the water damage, complete any necessary repairs, and give you the peace of mind that comes with knowing your home is completely dry, safe, and healthy.

What causes water damage in Chicago homes?

Homeowners across the city are often surprised by the wide-ranging impact of residential water damage. These are examples of the problems that cause stained walls, soaked floors, ceiling cave-ins and ruined belongings.
Burst or Broken Pipes – Freezing weather, shifting foundations or bad joints result in ruptured pipes.
Blocked Drains – From kitchens and baths to laundry rooms, blocked drains cause backups and overflows.
Broken Water Heaters – Rust and mineral buildup can result in cracked tank linings and leaking water heaters.
Washing Machines – Worn internal seals and broken water level switches are just a few reasons washers leak.
Appliance Hoses – Loose connections and bad seals allow water to drip from appliance supply and drain hoses.
Clogged Toilets – Flushing a clogged toilet can cause water to back up, spill over the bowl and flood the bathroom.
HVAC Leaks – Cracked drip pans, dirty air filters and clogged condensate lines are all sources of HVAC leaks.
Moisture Behind Walls – Extreme exterior and interior temperature differences cause moisture inside walls.
Leaky Roofs – Rain leaking through loose singles and underlayment soaks interior ceilings, walls and floors.
Clogged Gutters – Snow melt and rain runoffs overflow clogged gutters, back up under eaves and seep inside walls.
Bad Sump Pumps – Bad valves and clogged impellers prevent basement sump pumps from operating properly.
Foundation Cracks – Hydrostatic pressure, shifting soil and poor drainage can cause cracks in foundation walls.
Sewage Main Backups – Main sewer line backups occur when aging infrastructure fails or floods.
Natural Storm Events – From flash floods to sustained flooding, Chicago storms often cause home water damage.

How Do I Choose a Water Damage Restoration Company in Chicago, IL?

When you’re dealing with a water-related emergency at your home or business, you need expert water damage restoration services immediately. You also want to know you’re hiring the best.
Asking these questions can help you choose the right restoration company for the job.
1. Are They Fully Credentialed?
A professional restoration contractor is fully licensed, bonded and insured. The business is backed by years of industry experience.
Their technicians are industry-certified, and they work in full compliance with all OSHA and EPA regulations.
Here at ServiceMaster by Zaba, we have all of the required certifications and licenses.
2. Are They Available 24/7?
After the initial event, water damage can quickly spread through a house or workplace. Make sure they offer 24/7 emergency services for property owners in Chicago and the suburbs. ServiceMaster by Zaba offers year round emergency services.
3. How Does Their Water Damage Process Work?
Ask the water damage company about their cleanup and restoration process. Expect a clear explanation of their basic steps for returning your property to its pre-loss condition.
4. Do They Assist With Water Damage Claims?
An established water damage restoration business maintains its status as a Preferred Vendor with insurance companies, just like ServiceMaster Restoration by Zaba. That standing is your assurance of assistance from a team that understands how to expedite business and residential water damage claims.
5. Can They Share References?
Ask them about past projects similar to yours. A successful water damage restoration contractor is always happy to share customer references. Review testimonials on the company’s website, and check independent review sites too.