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February 20, 2023

Natural Disaster Recovery: How to Restore Your Home

Everyone has had a difficult year, and several houses have been damaged or destroyed by natural calamities. If a hurricane, tornado, or other calamity has damaged your house, you may be wondering how to make…

February 20, 2023

How Repairing Water Damage To Commercial Buildings Saves Money For Businesses

When commercial buildings experience water damage Chicago, it can cause a significant disruption to business operations, which could lead to costly repairs and water restoration Chicago. However, taking proper action immediately after a water damage…

February 17, 2023

The Value of Expert Water Damage Restoration Chicago Services

To get the best results while restoring your home after water damage, you should always use experts. It’s important to treat water damage Chicago seriously since improper care might have disastrous results. In the event…

November 28, 2022

How To Prevent Water Disasters Using FEMA Flood Maps

Moving into your dream home can easily turn into your worst nightmare if it is constantly threatened by rising flood waters or storm floods. When looking to find your dream home, be sure to assess…

November 28, 2022

Homeowners Insurance Water Damage Cover Explained

Sudden and unexpected flooding of a home is both sad and stressful. Before you get frustrated, it’s always best to have a good understanding of which type of water damage is covered by your homeowners…

October 17, 2022

3 Ways Your Home Can Suffer Structural Damage

Preventing or properly repairing structural damage to your property as a result of water damage will prevent you from losing a significant amount of money. Knowing the dangers that structural damage can cause will make…

October 17, 2022

Basement Water Damage – What You Need to Know

To prevent water damage in your basement and the possible consequences, such as mold growth and structural problems to the property, it is essential to know how to recognize the signs that show up in…

May 20, 2022

Signs Of Water Damage In Your House

Issues like leaks and humidity accumulation can cause significant damage to your house before it can be evident. However, it can be possible to spot some red flags that indicate water damage. Being aware of…

May 20, 2022

14 Things You Need To Dispose Of After A Flood

Floods are the perfect source for all kinds of disgusting features, from dirt and mold spores to filthy sewage waters. After a flood cleanup, some elements can be washed and restored, but others will need…

February 23, 2022

Water Damage Restoration Basics

Damages from pipes causing water leaks or flooding can be an annoying experience for houses and local shops or businesses. The most adequate would be to have these damages repaired as quickly as possible because…

January 14, 2022

HOW SEVERE IS WATER DAMAGE?

Water damage is no joke! Rain, heavy snow, and hail can cause water damage to the interior of any home or business. Water damage can be an expensive problem causing damage to furnishings, electronics, and…

January 14, 2022

WHAT IS BLACKWATER?

If you have experienced a flood or significant water damage to your home and belongings, prompt action should be taken to dry out and clean everything as quickly as possible. If left unattended, you could…

January 14, 2022

Identifying Old vs New Water Damage

Flood damage is something that no Chicago homeowner would want to go through in their life and if it happens, the first thing you should do is not panic and determine if the damage is…

January 14, 2022

WATER EXTRACTION: WHY IT’S IMPORTANT

If by chance your home is flooded with water, it is imperative that you want to remove it from there to avoid further water damage. However, there are cases where you do not have the…

September 30, 2021

HOW LONG SHOULD I RUN A DEHUMIDIFIER AFTER A WATER LEAK?

As per the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), household water leaks waste approximately 1 trillion gallons of water per year, and 37% of homeowners admit to having suffered losses due to water damage in…

September 30, 2021

WHY DRY OUT IS THE MOST IMPORTANT STEP IN WATER DAMAGE RESTORATION

Water damage can result from a variety of sources, including leaks, broken pipes, and increased humidity. Water damage may wreak havoc on your house and even put your family’s health in jeopardy. Remember that moist…

September 30, 2021

ESSENTIAL STEPS TO PROPERTY RESTORATION

Property damage is difficult to deal with. In McKinley, we understand that having property damage can be frustrating and devastating to any homeowner. For this reason, we would like to guide you with the basic…

September 30, 2021

IS THERE A DIFFERENCE BETWEEN FLOOD AND WATER DAMAGE?

When your home is exposed to excess water, it leads to many problems, like: mold, wall deterioration, ceiling leaks, damaged belongings, and weakened structural integrity. When this happens, property owners can file a claim with…

September 30, 2021

MCKINLEY’S STEP BY STEP PROCESS – FLOOD RESTORATION AND WATER DAMAGE RESTORATION

A flood can be devastating, and it is understandable that people just want to clean up, rebuild and forget about it, but it is important to do a proper flood cleanup before flood restoration. Flood…

September 30, 2021

WHY THE DRY-OUT PROCESS IS THE MOST IMPORTANT PART OF WATER DAMAGE RESTORATION IN CHICAGO

Water damage in Chicago may not only be caused by a flooding event that’s a result of a leak, a broken pipe, or excessive humidity. Water damage is a serious risk for further issues in…

September 30, 2021

EVERYTHING YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT SEWAGE BACKUP

When you end up with sewage backup in your home, you quickly realize that it’s not easy to deal with. A backup can occur when sewer water overflows from the drains in your home, which…

August 12, 2021

5 CRITICAL THINGS TO DO AFTER A FIRE

A house fire can be a very traumatic event. You may be left with a mix of emotions that make you feel nervous, worried, scared, upset, confused, and frustrated about not knowing what to do…

January 1, 2019

HOW TO HANDLE WATER DAMAGE RESTORATION IN CHICAGO

Everyone would like to have a healthy home, free from serious issues that can arise. Unfortunately, things can happen unexpectedly. But if you are prepared with the right solutions to deal with the most likely…