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Restoration technician in a protective suit and respirator extracting sewage water from a flooded basement with contaminated furniture

Ultimate Checklist for What Can Be Saved After Sewage Contamination

Why Is Sewage Contamination Classified as Category 3 Black Water? When sewer lines back up or stormwater mixes with municipal waste, the water entering your property is categorized by the Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC S500 standard) as Category 3 water, commonly known as black water. This classification is not about visual […]

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Tree roots growing through a cracked clay sewer pipe, a common cause of basement drain backups during heavy rain

Cheat Sheet to Why Your Basement Drain Backs Up When It Rains

Resources, Services / Ryan Majewski

Why Does Water Back Up Through Your Basement Drain When It Rains? Basement floor drains are designed around gravity. They sit at the lowest physical elevation in your home’s plumbing network so that routine utility runoff from water heaters, HVAC condensation lines, and laundry wash tubs can flow downward into the lateral sewer pipe and

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How to Prevent Mold & Mildew in Your Chicago Home: Basement & Carpet

Industry, Services / Jeremy

Mold Prevention Chicago: How to Prevent Mold and Mildew in Your Basement and Carpet Key Prevention Tactics for a Healthy Living Environment As we discussed in our most recent article on mold and mildew prevention in your bathroom and kitchen, there are many places in your home for moisture to hide and grow. Though the

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Toxic Black Mold: The Truth & What To Do

Industry, Services / Jeremy

Signs Of Black Mold: The Truth and What to Do About It “Toxic Black Mold” May Sound Scary, But the Truth May Surprise You So, what exactly is “Toxic” Black Mold? Commonly referred to as black mold, the term “toxic” black mold is often used interchangeably with Stachybotrys Chartarum. This particular mold variety is known for its

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Mold 101: Facts, Fixes & Prevention

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Mold 101: Facts, Fixes, and Prevention Mold is all around us; it can be found in our homes, outside and virtually anywhere there is moisture. As a naturally occurring fungi, outdoor molds help make room for the new by breaking down dead organic material, like leaves in the fall. However, indoor mold isn’t always so

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How to Prevent Mold & Mildew in Your Chicago Home: Kitchen & Bathroom

Industry, Services / Jeremy

Mildew Prevention Chicago: How to Prevent Mildew and Mold in Your Kitchen and Bathroom Chicago sits on the southern coast of Lake Michigan, in one of the coldest regions of the U.S. That combination creates a nearly year-round climate for mold and mildew growth. Certain areas of your home are highly susceptible to moisture —

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Chicago Water & Fire Restoration Earns Esteemed Angie’s List Super Service Award

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Chicago Water & Fire: Angie’s List Super Service Award Winner Chicago Water & Fire earns an award that reflects the company’s consistently high level of customer service. Elmhurst, IL, 3.8.2018 – Chicago Water & Fire Restoration is proud to announce that it has earned the home service industry’s coveted Angie’s List Super Service Award (SSA).

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Frequently Asked Questions About Mold

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Frequently Asked Questions About Mold Most know that mold is all around us – outside in the decaying leaves as well as inside where moisture accumulates – and we know that where there is mold, there is the possibility for health issues, but what exactly is it? And what can you do to make your home

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How to Flood-Proof Your Basement & Home

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Flood-Proof Your Basement and Home: A Guide For renters and homeowners, flooding can be catastrophic — even costing you your valuables or your home. That’s why it’s important to take precautions before a flood hits. Even after the rain stops and floors dry, your home can hide dampness in hard-to-reach spots — which leads to

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Holiday Safety Tips

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Holiday Fire Safety: How to Stay Safe During the Holiday Season The temperature is dropping and the days are getting shorter. The nights fill with twinkling holiday lights as we await (almost) everyone’s favorite time of year. The holiday season can be exciting, busy, and beautiful. From Thanksgiving to New Year, it’s time to enjoy

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