Water damage poses many threats to your property, one of the most dangerous being its ability to remain unnoticed. You might believe that if water enters your Highland Park house, you’ll notice it immediately, but this typical problem is more of a hidden disaster. Detecting water damage in its most common hiding places is a proven method to avoid problems such as leaks, mold and costly losses. There are various places around your home you’ll need to keep an eye on to guarantee water doesn’t find a place to hide and wreak havoc on your home. Read on →

You make a lot of decisions in your Highland Park home and every one of them is essential to its stability and solace. While some choices aren’t as stressful, such as selecting a new paint color for your walls, others can be difficult, such as deciding on a team to repair your home after a severe weather event. Consider this: If you had flood damage or a moldy basement, would you want an experienced crew to respond to the emergency? Read on →

When life gets tough, we can usually rely on our household appliances to keep things running smoothly. But although these gadgets can add a sense of ease to our daily routine, they can also add some chaos when they create a water-related mess. Water-using appliances are a common source of household water damage, and it can feel impossible to avoid these disasters if you aren’t aware of the numerous warning signs. Read on →

A commercial disaster can strike when you least expect it, and the more prepared your team is, the easier it will be to recover. When a fire breaks out in the workplace, having a well-trained team will come in handy. Starting small is the most effective way to get your team on the path to a disaster-ready workplace. Offering fire extinguisher training is just one of the many ways you can set a great example by providing a small but important piece of information. Read on →

Spring is so close, and we can already feel the weather starting to change. You might be ready to dive into the new season, but you’ll need to check up on your home to ensure it’s ready to weather the springtime! Threats like storms, wind and other weather incidents could leave you with a huge mess on your hands if you don’t prepare ahead of time. While you’re making a list of all the spring chores you’ll need to complete, add a few outdoor tasks to the mix. Read on →

Water damage is a major issue for businesses, and at its worst, it can cause the workplace to close for an extended period of time. Besides being a commercial disruptor, water can also lead to extensive damage that will only escalate with time. The task of preventing water damage in commercial buildings can be overwhelming for business owners, but mitigation is simple if you know where to start! You can keep business running smoothly by being aware of the primary causes of commercial water damage. Read on →

Disaster rears its ugly head in a variety of ways, and while the impact on your home or business will vary, calamities such as fires nearly always cause catastrophic damage. Flames spread in an instant and can decimate anything in their way until help arrives. Returning to normal after a fire emergency can be a daunting journey, but with the help of the SERVPRO team, the path to recovery can be made simpler! Read on →

Winter is in full swing here in Highland Park, and you’re sure to feel the chill. To warm up to local winter weather threats like snow, rain and, of course, freezing cold temperatures, you’ll need help from your fireplace or space heater. These tools help make the winter season more tolerable, but without safety measures, they can quickly turn into a fire hazard. If the weather we get is anything like the storm that struck Highland Park in 2018, you’re going to need to cozy up! Read on →

The new year provides us with a fresh start to make adjustments in the areas of our lives where we want to improve. As you make goals to better yourself, you might as well throw the well-being of your home into the mix! This year, prioritize the protection of your home and take action to prevent water damage. Water damage can be catastrophic, and it has a lot of power, considering it only takes an inch of water to devastate your home. Read on →

With a huge network of professionals all over the map, SERVPRO delivers expert cleaning and restoration solutions for homes and businesses dealing with issues like mold growth and disaster-related damage. But did you know our team is also an expert in the elimination of pesky odors? Disaster recovery is a confusing and troubling process that no one hopes to go through. A concern that may emerge along with a wide range of other types of damage is the formation of a persistent odor. Read on →