Winters in Chicago can be frigid, which can be a lot of fun if you go sledding, ice skating or walking in the winter wonderland. Unfortunately, freezing temperatures can also lead to another regular occurrence in the winter that’s a whole lot less fun. Frozen pipes can burst, causing damage to your property and requiring …
Areas in your home affected by water damage and moisture could take several days to dry out. Some factors may affect this estimate, including the severity of the damage and the air’s humidity. Light water damage could dry rapidly in places with low humidity. More severe water damage in high-humidity locations, however, can take …
When you rent your property to someone, you do your best to run a thorough background check. Unfortunately, one thing that may not show up on an application or a credit check is whether a person has hoarding tendencies. People who hoard think they need to save things they will actually have no use for, …
An old carpet may still look nice years after you install it. But it could also wreak havoc with your allergies. We have seen many cases where people begin sneezing and their eyes water as soon as they walk into a room with an old carpet. The issue has nothing to do with how clean …
Discovering a flood in your home is never fun, whether it occurred because of a natural disaster, a burst pipe or a leak in your refrigerator water supply. While your first thoughts may be about your family’s safety, you will quickly switch gears to figuring out what to do with water-damaged hardwood flooring. You can preserve …
If you own a home, the threat of flooding has probably crossed your mind — but did you know there is more than one kind of flood? While we may associate different types of flooding with similar damage, including ruined possessions and mold issues, recovering from a flood may be easier if you and the …
Suffering a flood is a big fear for many homeowners. In a matter of hours, your home can be invaded by water, damaging your belongings and plunging your future into uncertainty. While you may worry about the condition of your things, your health can also be at risk. Stagnant water poses health risks associated with …
We all love our furry friends, but pets have an unmistakable odor that can linger in a property. When pets have accidents indoors, the smell becomes even more intense. If you want to sell a home or prepare the property for new tenants, you may be interested in learning how to get rid of the …
Homeowners go to great lengths to prevent indoor flooding. If your residential space is located in an area with heavy rainfall, you’ll need a sump pump in working condition. This device will guide water from the foundation of your home out to the main drainage spot, which can save you from the headache of severe …
A finished or unfinished basement serves as a useful space for storage, leisure activities and more. To protect your personal belongings from moisture, you’ll need to monitor the area and make sure water can’t make its way through walls, windows and surfaces surrounding your property. You can save yourself the headache of an indoor flood …
