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We provide Commercial Services in Lincoln Park

4/29/2024 (Permalink)

Office building with blue sky in the background. We provide commercial services 24-hours a day.

Property managers and business owners can rely on SERVPRO of Downtown Chicago / Gold Coast / Lincoln Park / Lakeview to respond quickly to a disaster at your commercial facility.  Whether your property has suffered damage due to fire, water, or other disasters, we have the resources and capabilities to provide timely and effective large-loss restoration services.  Our teams are available 24 hours a day. 

Our technicians are trained and certified by the Institute of Inspection Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC) to provide a full range of services.  We are committed to providing the highest level of service and support to our commercial clients. 

  • 24 Hour Emergency Service
  • Faster to Any-Sized Disaster
  • Highly Trained Technicians
  • A Trusted Leader in the Restoration Industry
  • Locally Owned and Operated
  • Advanced Restoration and Cleaning Equipment

Commercial Restoration Services

  • Water Damage Restoration
  • Fire Damage Restoration
  • Mold Remediation
  • Storm Damage Cleanup
  • Commercial Construction Services

Commercial Cleaning Services

  • Air Ducts & HVAC
  • Biohazard
  • Carpet and Upholstery
  • Ceiling, Walls, and Hard Floors
  • Drapes and Blinds
  • Odor Removal and Deodorization
  • Sewage and Toilet Overflow
  • Trauma and Crime Scene
  • Vandalism and Graffiti

If you experience a property loss at your commercial building, SERVPRO of Downtown Chicago / Gold Coast / Lincoln Park / Lakeview is ready. Call us today at 773-935-6750.

Tornado in Chicago?

6/21/2022 (Permalink)

A tornado is visible in the sky. We respond to commercial storm damage emergencies 24-hours a day in Chicago.

Last month, a brief E-F-0 tornado was recorded on a surveillance camera in the parking lot of the Oak Brook Park District Family Recreation Center. The National Weather Service (NWS) reports that ninety-two significant tornadoes have occurred in the Chicago metro area between 1855 and 2008. Our team in Gold Coast, Lincoln Park, and Lakeview is on-call 24-hours a day to respond to commercial storm damage emergencies in Lincoln Park. Here is some information from the NWS on tornado and wind alerts definitions:

Tornado Watch: this means a tornado is possible.

Tornado Warning: this means a tornado is already occurring or will occur soon. Go to your safe place immediately.

High Wind Watch: Be Prepared! Sustained, strong winds are possible. Secure loose items and adjust plans as necessary so you’re not caught outside.

Wind Advisory: Take Action: Strong winds are occurring but are not so strong as to warrant a High Wind Warning. Objects that are outdoors should be secured, and caution should be taken if driving.  

Severe Thunderstorm Warning: Take Action! A thunderstorm is happening or is imminent in the warning area. Severe thunderstorms have wind gusts of 58 miles per hour and or hail one inch or larger. Seek shelter inside a sturdy building.

Call Us Today!

Our local Gold Coast, Lincoln Park, and Lakeview team can help when your home or commercial business has a storm damage emergency. We’ll restore your storm damage, “Like it never even happened.” Call us today at 773-935-6750.

Franchises are independently owned and operated.

Comprehensive Mold Remediation Process for Lakeview Businesses?

5/17/2022 (Permalink)

Mold is growing on a wall inside a building. We mitigate and remediate mold damage in Chicago.

Our local team in Gold Coast, Lincoln Park, and Lakeview follows a comprehensive, seven-step process to remediate mold for commercial businesses as follows:

Mold Restoration Process

  1. Emergency Contact

We’ll ask you questions to determine the necessary equipment and resources.

  1. Inspection and Mold Damage Assessment

We follow local and state laws regarding inspection and documentation based on your unique situation.

  1. Mold Containment

We may use advanced containment procedures like negative air chambers to isolate the contaminated area with physical barriers and negative air pressure to keep the mold spores from spreading during the cleanup process.

  1. Air Filtration

We utilize powerful “air scrubbers” and HEPA vacuums to prevent the spread of these mold spores while the mold remediation is in process.

  1. Removing Mold and Mold-Infested Materials

We use antifungal and antimicrobial treatments to eliminate mold colonies and to help prevent new colonies from forming. Removing and disposing of mold-infested porous materials may be necessary to remediate heavy mold growth.

  1. Cleaning Contents

We clean your furniture and other restorable items affected by mold. We’re also trained to remove odors and deodorization using fogging equipment.

  1. Restoration

Restoration may involve minor repairs, such as replacing drywall, painting, and installing new carpet, or it may require the reconstruction of various areas or rooms in a home or business. 

Call Us Today!

Our local team in Gold Coast, Lincoln Park, and Lakeview is Here to Help when your Lakeview commercial business has a mold problem. ® Call us today at 773-935-6750.

Franchises are independently owned and operated.

HVAC and Air Duct Cleaning Services in Lincoln Park?

4/19/2022 (Permalink)

A utility room is shown. We inspect, clean, and maintain HVAC systems for Chicago businesses.

Our local team in Gold Coast, Lincoln Park, and Lakeview performs many specialized commercial cleaning services that exceed the scope of a routine janitorial service, including air duct and heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system inspection and cleaning.

If your HVAC has been operating for some time without attention, it could be circulating one or more of the following contaminants:

  • Dust
  • Pollen
  • Odors
  • Dirt and debris
  • Other contaminants

The benefits of servicing your HVAC unit include:

  • Helps to restore peak energy efficiency
  • May help to eliminate offensive odors
  • Helps reduce the potential for mold growth

The United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recommends businesses and residents to have their heating, ventilation, and air conditioning unit (HVAC) cleaned when:

  • There is substantial visible mold growth inside the ducts or on other components of your heating and cooling system
  • If you have insulated air ducts and the insulation gets wet or moldy, it cannot be effectively cleaned and should be removed and replaced
  • Ducts are infested with vermin (e.g., rodents or insects)
  • Ducts are clogged with excessive amounts of dust and debris
  • Particles are being released into the home from your supply registers

Call Us Today!

When your Gold Coast home or commercial business needs HVAC maintenance services, our local team in Gold Coast, Lincoln Park, and Lakeview can help you get your HVAC system running at optimum performance. Call us today at 773-935-6750.

Franchises are independently owned and operated.

Faster to Any Size Disaster in Lincoln Park?

3/16/2022 (Permalink)

A vehicle is speeding down the road at night. We restore property damage for Chicago businesses 24-hours a day.

Commercial businesses in Lincoln Park can experience fire, water, storm, or mold damage at any time. SERVPRO® of Gold Coast/Lincoln Park/Lakeview’s fast emergency response time often eliminates the need for more time-consuming repairs. We know that every minute counts when mitigating property damage, so we follow the one-four-eight-hour rule, meaning:

One hour: we will respond to your call within one hour or less

Four hours: we will be onsite within four hours of your call

Eight hours: we will contact your insurance adjuster within eight hours of your call

Commercial Services

  • Commercial Water Damage Restoration
  • Commercial Fire Damage Restoration
  • Commercial Mold Remediation
  • Commercial Storm Damage Cleanup
  • Disaster Recovery Team
  • Commercial Cleaning Services

We have extensive experience working in all kinds of buildings and business settings, including:

  • Small Office Buildings
  • Large Office/High-Rise Office Buildings
  • Apartment Buildings
  • Restaurants
  • Hotel/Motels
  • Small Retail Stores
  • Large Retail/Big-Box Stores
  • High-Rise Residential
  • Manufacturing and Industrial
  • Government/Military

When your business has damage that requires rebuilding services, we can supervise a full range of services and manage the restoration process from start to finish, giving you one convenient manager for the entire job.

Call Us Today!

If you have property damage in your Lincoln Park business or home, SERVPRO® of Gold Coast/Lincoln Park/Lakeview has a team of technicians on-call and ready to assist you 24-hours a day, every day. Call us today at 773-935-6750.

Franchises are independently owned and operated.

Storm Damage Restoration Team in North Side?

1/19/2022 (Permalink)

A tree has fallen in the middle of a street. We restore property damage for Chicago businesses 24-hours a day.

Tornadoes are no stranger to Cook County. In 2020, North Side experienced a tornado that lasted about thirty seconds but caused significant damage from fallen trees. SERVPRO® of Gold Coast/Lincoln Park/Lakeview responds to storm damage emergencies throughout the year. Chicago businesses and residents can count on our fast emergency response time and highly trained team. Typically, we arrive on-site within four hours of your call.

Here are some tornado safety tips from the Federal Emergency Management Agency:

If there is a tornado warning, you should take shelter immediately. To stay safe during a tornado, follow these steps:

  • Immediately go to a safe location such as a safe room, basement, storm cellar, or a small interior room on the lowest level of a sturdy building
  • Stay away from windows, doors, and outside walls
  • Protect yourself by covering your head or neck with your arms and putting materials such as furniture and blankets around or on top of you
  • If you’re in your car, do not try to outrun a tornado
  • Do not go under an overpass or bridge. You’re safer in a low, flat location.
  • Watch out for flying debris that can cause injury or death
  • Do not enter damaged buildings until you know they are safe

Call Us!

When your North Side home or commercial business has storm damage, SERVPRO® of Gold Coast/Lincoln Park/Lakeview is Here to Help. ® Call us at 773-935-6750.

Franchises are independently owned and operated.

Mold Infestation in Downtown Chicago?

12/28/2021 (Permalink)

Mold is growing on drywall. We are trusted leaders in mold remediation in Chicago.

There was a strong, musty odor in the building that I could not identify. A few days later, I noticed a damp spot on the wall in the lunchroom. There was a water leak inside the wall. We called SERVPRO® of Gold Coast/Lincoln Park/Lakeview, and they sent a team out right away. They used surface moisture meters and an infrared camera to pinpoint the location of the water damage. They removed the drywall to repair the water damage, and that is when we discovered the mold infestation inside the wall. That was the cause of that musty odor I had been smelling!

The team worked quickly to contain the mold and begin the remediation process. Now, you would never know we had a mold problem in our building!

Understanding Mold

  • Mold often produces a strong, musty odor and can lead you to possible mold problem areas
  • Mold spores thrive on moisture. Mold spores can quickly grow into colonies when exposed to water. 
  • Mold is present almost everywhere, indoors and outdoors
  • Before mold remediation can begin, any sources of water or moisture must be addressed. Otherwise, the mold may return.
  • Mold spores are microscopic and float along in the air waiting for the perfect moist conditions

Call Us!

When your Downtown Chicago commercial business or home needs commercial mold removal, SERVPRO® of Gold Coast/Lincoln Park/Lakeview has a team of technicians ready to mitigate and remediate your mold problem 24-hours a day. Call us at 773-935-6750.

Franchises are independently owned and operated.

Sewage Backup in Lakeview Business?

10/18/2021 (Permalink)

An “out of order” sign is posted on a toilet.   We respond to sewer backup emergencies 24-hours a day in Chicago.

You never know when the sewage system in your Lakeview office complex will backup, but when it does, you will want to call in the professionals from SERVPRO® of Gold Coast/Lincoln Park/Lakeview. There are three types of contaminated water. Each type requires a different response to restore your business or home safely:

Category 1: “Clean Water”

  • Water from a clean source like a broken water line
  • If left untreated, it can degrade into a category two or three

Category 2: “Gray Water”

  • May contain bacteria and viruses
  • Can quickly degrade into category three if left untreated

Category 3: “Black Water”

Sources for category three water could include flooding from rivers or streams, water from beyond the toilet trap, water from the toilet bowl with feces, or standing water that has begun to support microbial growth. This water is grossly unsanitary and could cause severe illness or death if ingested. All contact should be avoided.

  • May contain untreated sewage, harsh chemicals, and microbes
  • Water from flooding rivers or sewer backup

Call Us Today!

When your Lakeview business or home needs sewer restoration services, SERVPRO® of Gold Coast/Lincoln Park/Lakeview is Here to Help. ® Call us at 773-935-6750. We’ll restore your sewage backup, “Like it never even happened.”

Franchises are Independently Owned and Operated.

Biohazard Cleaning for Lakeview Businesses?

9/21/2021 (Permalink)

The skyline of Lakeview, Chicago is shown. We provide deep cleaning and decontamination services for Chicago businesses.

Biohazard exposure is serious. These dangerous contaminants can have serious health consequences. Our first focus is always safety since biohazards can involve bloodborne pathogens, harmful chemicals, and other dangers. SERVPRO® of Gold Coast /Lincoln Park /Lakeview’s technicians have the advanced training, experience, and equipment required to safely remove biohazards.

Lakeview business owners can rely on us to remediate biohazards 24-hours a day. Our technicians wear OSHA-approved protective gear while safely transforming unhealthy environments back to clean workspaces.

  • Crime scene residues
  • Suicide/death accidents
  • Sewage backups
  • Homicide cleanups
  • Blood cleanup
  • Accident cleanup
  • Hoarding scenes
  • Animal waste/remains
  • Chemical spills
  • Tear gas cleanup
  • Meth lab cleanup

Here are some tips from our website to stay safe while waiting for help to arrive:

What to Do After a Contamination

  • Stay out of affected areas
  • Call emergency service personnel if the situation is life-threatening
  • Treat all bodily fluids as if they are contaminated
  • Turn off the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning system (HVAC) if there is sewage damage

What Not to Do After a Contamination

  • Don’t leave wet fabrics in place
  • Don’t leave books, magazines, or other colored items on wet carpet or floors
  • Don’t use your vacuum to remove water
  • Don’t use television or other electrical appliances
  • Don’t turn on ceiling fixtures if the ceiling is wet, and keep out of rooms where ceilings are sagging

Call Us Today!

When your Lakeview commercial business or home needs biohazard cleaning and decontamination services, SERVPRO® of Gold Coast /Lincoln Park /Lakeview is Here to Help. ® Call us at 773-935-6750.

Franchises are Independently Owned and Operated.

Commercial Rebuilding Services in Lincoln Park?

8/23/2021 (Permalink)

Lincoln Park in Chicago is shown with the skyline in the background.   We offer a full range of building services for Chicago businesses.

Building Services for Lincoln Park  

When building and reconstruction services are required to complete a commercial restoration, choosing the right company is key to ensuring the reconstruction process runs smoothly. You can avoid the headaches and time required to manage the various trades by hiring a company that can supervise a full range of rebuilding services and oversees the job from start to finish.  

SERVPRO® of Gold Coast /Lincoln Park /Lakeview has been restoring commercial properties damaged by fire and water for many years. We can supervise a wide variety of building and reconstruction services, including: 

Building and Reconstruction Services

  • Board Up 
  • Carpet Repair and Installation 
  • Document Drying 
  • Dry Cleaning 
  • Drywall Installation 
  • Drywall Removal 
  • Electrical 
  • Electronics Restoration 
  • Fine Art Restoration 
  • Furniture Restoration 
  • General Contracting 
  • Hardwood Floor Repair 
  • Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning Services (HVAC) 
  • Linoleum Floor Repair 
  • Marble Floor Repair 
  • Move Out 
  • Painting 
  • Plumbing 
  • Portable Power 
  • Roof Tarp 
  • Roofing Services 
  • Scalable Resources 
  • Temporary Fencing 
  • Temporary Warehouse Space 
  • Tile Floor Repair 
  • Tree Removal 

We have extensive experience working on all kinds of commercial buildings, including: 

  • Small Office Buildings 
  • Large Office/High-Rise Office Buildings 
  • Apartment Buildings 
  • Restaurants 
  • Hotel/Motels 
  • Small Retail Stores 
  • Large Retail/Big-Box Stores 
  • High-Rise Residential 
  • Manufacturing and Industrial 
  • Government/Military 

Call Us Today! 

When your business or home needs rebuilding services to complete a restoration, SERVPRO® of Gold Coast /Lincoln Park /Lakeview has a team of restoration technicians available to assist you. Call us at 773-935-6750. We’ll rebuild and restore yourcommercialproperty damage in Lincoln Park, “Like it never even happened.”  

Franchises are Independently Owned and Operated. 

Graffiti Damage in Gold Coast?

8/2/2021 (Permalink)

Graffiti and Vandalism Sends the Wrong Message 

Graffiti damage and vandalism is never a good look for your commercial business. When you experience a property damage emergency such as graffiti or another form of vandalism it is important to act quickly, as damage like this can send the wrong message to your customers and employees. 

Faster to Any Size Disaster in Gold Coast

At SERVPRO of Gold Coast / Lincoln Park / Lakeview, we have been mitigating graffiti and property damage in Gold Coast for years. We have a team of highly trained technicians on-call 24-hours a day to assist you with any vandalism emergency you may have every day of the year. When we arrive, we will immediately begin the cleanup and restoration process. We can also help you with the insurance process and paperwork.

Highly Trained Technicians

Our technicians have the advanced training to clean and restore graffiti from many types of surfaces, including:

  • Brick, stone, and concrete cleaning
  • General cleaning and graffiti removal 
  • Odor removal and deodorization
  • Debris removal

Call Us Today!

When your Gold Coast home or commercial business has a graffiti or other property damage emergency, SERVPRO of Gold Coast / Lincoln Park / Lakeview is Here to Help.  We’ll restore your property damage, “Like it never even happened.”

Franchises are Independently Owned and Operated.

Soot-damaged Gold Coast Business?

5/17/2021 (Permalink)

A brick wall inside a commercial business is covered with black soot. We mitigate fire damage for commercial businesses in Chicago.

SERVPRO® of Gold Coast /Lincoln Park /Lakeview has been helping the business community on the Gold Coast restore fire damage for years. Every fire damage process will require a specific approach to mitigation but after we have inspected the damage, conducted an assessment, secured the building, and removed and dried any water damage left from the firefighting efforts, we:

Removal of Smoke and Soot from All Surfaces

We use specialized equipment and techniques to remove smoke and soot from ceilings, walls, and other surfaces. 

Cleaning and Sanitizing

We clean, sanitize, and disinfect all of the restorable items and structures damaged by the fire. We use a variety of cleaning techniques to restore your belongings to pre-fire condition. We’re also trained to remove odors using industrial air scrubbers and fogging equipment.

Restoration

Restoration is the final step to getting your business to its preloss condition. Restoration may involve minor repairs, such as replacing drywall, painting, and installing new carpet, or it may require major repairs such as the reconstruction of various areas or rooms in business.

Call Us Today!

SERVPRO® of Gold Coast /Lincoln Park /Lakeview has a team of commercial fire restoration technicians ready to respond 24-hours a day to any fire damage emergency on the Gold Coast. Call us at 773-935-6750. We’ll restore your fire damage, “Like it never even happened.”

SERVPRO of Gold Coast /Lincoln Park /Lakeview is Independently Owned and Operated.

Mold Infestation in Lakeview Business?

2/15/2021 (Permalink)

Mold is shown exposed at the base of a water damaged wall. We are leaders in commercial mold mitigation and remediation the Gold Coast area.

Commercial Mold Damage

It wasn’t until I started getting complaints from my Lakeview tenants about a musty smell in the back building entryway that the mold was discovered. A few months ago, a water pipe had burst in the wall, but it had been repaired. Evidently, water had seeped between the baseboards and was not discovered at the time.

Unfortunately, the combination of the moist, dark space and plenty of dead organic material to feed on created the perfect breeding ground for mold. The mold went unnoticed because mold is only visible when a colony grows large enough to become visible to the eye.

I called SERVPRO® of Gold Coast /Lincoln Park /Lakeview and they came out and inspected and assessed the area. They advised me of the protocol for mold mitigation and remediation and brought in an experienced team and the specialized equipment necessary to remove the infestation and remediate the problem.

Call Us Today!

Beware of hiring a company that tells you they can “remove the mold” or offers a guarantee of mold removal. Because mold is always present in the Earth’s atmosphere, it can never be completely eradicated, but it can be mitigated and remediated. When you have a mold problem, SERVPRO® of Gold Coast /Lincoln Park /Lakeview is Here to Help. ® Call us at 773-935-6750.

We’ll clean and restore your mold damage in the Lakeview, “Like it never even happened.”

SERVPRO of Gold Coast /Lincoln Park /Lakeview is Independently Owned and Operated.

Property Damaged in Gold Coast?

1/17/2021 (Permalink)

Buildings are shown lining the shore of the Gold Coast area of Chicago on Lake Michigan on an icy winter morning. Gold Coast area businesses rely on us for restoration services.

Commercial Property Damage Happens

Severe weather can cause damage to commercial businesses and can contribute to lost revenue if the damage is not quickly mitigated. SERVPRO® of Gold Coast /Lincoln Park /Lakeview proudly serves the restoration needs of Gold Coast businesses, and we know how important it is to keep your doors open. From the moment you contact us, our team of highly trained restoration technicians will be mobilized and will immediately begin the cleanup and restoration process upon arrival.

We will tarp, board up, and secure any parts of the structure that have been compromised to minimize further damage, and we are on call 24 hours a day so no matter when the damage happens, we can start the mitigation process as soon as possible.

So, if a tree falls on your building, or a car loses traction and hits your storefront, a pipe bursts or a fire breaks out in your restaurant kitchen or any other unforeseen event causes damage; we are Here to Help. ®

Call Us Today!

When your commercial business needs cleanup and restoration services, SERVPRO® of Gold Coast /Lincoln Park /Lakeview is ready to respond to your emergency day and night. Call us at 773-935-6750. We’ll clean and restore your commercial damage in the Gold Coast area “Like it never even happened.”

SERVPRO of Gold Coast /Lincoln Park /Lakeview is Independently Owned and Operated.

Commercial Cleaning in North Side?

12/14/2020 (Permalink)

A pair of bright green gloves as laying on top of a wooden surface. We offer a full range of commercial restoration and building construction services in Chicago.

Cleaned and ready for the final walkthrough

There are so many elements involved with a construction job in North Side. Once the City of Chicago approves the plans and issues the permits, there will be lots of subcontractors and a flurry of activity in between inspections.

One summer, I worked on a post-construction cleaning team that was responsible for cleaning and removing all of the debris left on the job site. This included removing any construction remnants and cleaning up all of the fine construction dust covering the windows, floors, and walls. The post-construction cleaning process was always done before the final walkthrough, so we had to get it right the first time. It was backbreaking work!

SERVPRO® of Gold Coast /Lincoln Park /Lakeview has been providing a wide range of restoration and building services to commercial businesses for years, including post-construction cleaning for construction projects. Our restoration technicians are also trained and certified to mitigate any fire, water, storm, or other property damage loss and no job is too big!

Call Us!

SERVPRO® of Gold Coast /Lincoln Park /Lakeview is Here to Help. ® We are on call 24 hours a day and can usually arrive on-site within four hours of your call. Call us at 773-935-6750. We’ll clean and restore your commercial property in North Side, “Like it never even happened.”

SERVPRO of Gold Coast /Lincoln Park /Lakeview is Independently Owned and Operated.

Business Owners can count on SERVPRO for Specialty Cleaning

11/12/2020 (Permalink)

White office table being cleaned by 2 workers in white suits. SERVPRO provides several cleaning services for your business.

Whether your business is large or small, SERVPRO of Gold Coast / Lincoln Park / Lakeview is Here to Help.

SERVPRO of Gold Coast / Lincoln Park / Lakeview is known for its expertise in restoration and recovery from disasters but we also provide non-emergency services, such as cleaning services.  When SERVPRO of Gold Coast / Lincoln Park / Lakeview cleans commercial properties, the surfaces are not merely clean; they are “Certified: SERVPRO Cleaned.”

A New Standard of Clean

We are happy to provide maintenance cleaning services for commercial clients, which include restaurants, automobile dealerships, healthcare providers and others.  We also have extensive experience in cleaning biohazards, vandalism and graffiti, and crime or trauma scenes.

The recent pandemic has increased awareness of the necessity for both proactive and disaster-response cleaning. 

Call us at (773) 935-6750 to schedule an appointment.  We will develop a cleaning plan designed for the needs of your business.  Cleanings can be scheduled as little or as much as needed.

We are always available for emergencies

SERVPRO of Gold Coast / Lincoln Park / Lakeview is available any time 24 hours a day to respond to an emergency.  Remember to call (773) 935-6750.

Call SERVPRO to handle your Commercial Fire Damage Cleanup

9/3/2020 (Permalink)

Fire trucks on the street in front of tall office buildings. SERVPRO of Gold Coast / Lincoln Park / Lakeview offers Commercial Fire Damage Cleanup.

Fire damage is especially devastating for a business or commercial property. In addition to the fire and smoke damage, significant water damage from firefighting efforts and fire suppression systems may occur. SERVPRO of Gold Coast / Lincoln Park / Lakeview has the training, experience, and equipment to handle large commercial fire damage emergencies. Whether your fire emergency occurs in a restaurant, motel, or office building, we will respond quickly to mitigate the damage and manage the restoration project through to its completion.

Here are some of the fire damage and other commercial services we provide:

  • Fire damage cleanup and restoration
  • Water damage cleanup and restoration
  • Mold remediation and mitigation services
  • Building services
  • Carpet and upholstery cleaning
  • Odor removal
  • Disaster Recovery Team
  • Commercial Cleaning
  • Air Ducts & HVAC
  • Biohazard
  • Trauma & Crime Scene
  • Vandalism & Graffiti

If your business has suffered damage from a fire, SERVPRO of Gold Coast / Lincoln Park / Lakeview is available 24 hours a day to safely clean and restore your property. We will take care of your commercial fire damage “Like it never even happened.”

Call us today at 773-935-6750.

We Provide Commercial Water Damage Restoration

6/23/2020 (Permalink)

Silver faucet dripping water into a sink with a few more sinks in the background. SERVPRO of Gold Coast / Lincoln Park / Lakeview is available 24 hours a day for your water emergency.

A dripping faucet or a leaking water pipe can be costly for business owners if left unrepaired.  Water can seep under floors, into drywall and cause harm to the building structure over time.  The longer water is left to stand and permeate surfaces, the higher the cost of repairs.  SERVPRO of Gold Coast / Lincoln Park / Lakeview want business owners to know that our highly trained technicians can respond quickly to mitigate the damage and manage the restoration project through to its completion.  Here are a few questions that we ask when you call us.  These questions will help us determine what equipment and resources to bring:

  • Your business name and contact information
  • Your insurance information (if applicable)
  • The street address of the water-damaged business
  • When did the flooding or water damage occur?
  • What caused the water damage (if known)?
  • Is there electricity available (on-site)?

SERVPRO of Gold Coast / Lincoln Park / Lakeview professionals are available 24 hours a day to respond to water damage emergencies, large or small.  Call us today at (773) 935-6750 to find out about our water cleanup and restoration services. 

SERVPRO offers Full Service Restoration for your Business

5/4/2020 (Permalink)

Close up of blue office building with lots of windows. SERVPRO of Gold Coast / Lincoln Park / Lakeview will help keep your business running.

When your property faces damage and business operations are interrupted, turn to SERVPRO of Gold Coast / Lincoln Park / Lakeview to help restore, recover and re-open.  Offering full service restoration, we can handle all aspects of the response, from emergency board-up, to water or debris removal, cleaning, drying, and restoration, including rebuilding from the damage.

Helping Your Business and Recovering from Damage

We are a local business based in the Chicagoland area and we understand that you need an immediate response with trained and professional staff working to get you restored quickly and accurately.  Responding 24/7, don’t hesitate to contact us to help with any of the following:

  • Emergency/after-hours board-up services to secure your property
  • Water extraction and commercial drying
  • Fire damage mitigation and repairs
  • Smoke and soot cleaning and deodorization
  • Biohazard cleaning
  • Mold removal and remediation
  • Any form of structural damage to your property

For help with your business or commercial property call SERVPRO of Gold Coast / Lincoln Park / Lakeview at (773) 935-6750.

Commercial Storm Damage Restoration

4/29/2020 (Permalink)

Green SERVPRO semi truck with two employees in the cab. SERVPRO of Gold Coast / Lincoln Park / Lakeview offers 24 hour emergency service.

Storms and inclement weather can bring wind damage, heavy rain, and flooding that can devastate any business in a matter of minutes.  There is never a convenient time for flooding or water damage to strike, and storms don’t just strike during regular business hours; that’s why SERVPRO of Gold Coast / Lincoln Park / Lakeview Professionals offer 24 hour emergency service 365 days per year.

Every hour spent cleaning up is an hour of lost revenue and productivity.  So when an emergency situation arises in your business, give our Professionals a call and we will be there fast with the help you need.

  •  24 Hour Emergency Service
  •  Faster to Any Size Disaster
  •  A Trusted Leader in the Storm and Water Restoration Industry with over 1,700 Franchises
  •  Highly Trained Storm and Water Damage Restoration Specialists

SERVPRO of Gold Coast / Lincoln Park / Lakeview has the training, experience, and equipment to handle large commercial storm or water damage emergencies.  Regardless of your property type or size, we will respond quickly to clean the property and manage the restoration project through to its completion.

Storm or Flood Damage? Call Us Today (773) 935-6750

Commercial Cleaning Service - SERVPRO

4/29/2020 (Permalink)

Curved hallway of an office building with blue carpet, white tile and white lights in the ceiling. SERVPRO of Gold Coast / Lincoln Park / Lakeview offers several commercial cleaning services.

SERVPRO can help keep your Business Clean

Whether you need cleaning for a commercial office or require industrial cleaning services, SERVPRO of Gold Coast / Lincoln Park / Lakeview can help.  It is hard to notice all of the common wear and tear that gradually soils your office or warehouse.  When grime, odor, and moisture challenges go beyond the scope of your regular janitorial staff, give us a call.  Whether it’s removing an odor problem or deep cleaning flooring or carpets, you can rely on SERVPRO to make your workspace or warehouse look its very best.

SERVPRO of Gold Coast / Lincoln Park /Lakeview will get the job done right and get it done quickly, we have the training, experience, and equipment to handle the situation.  We offer cleaning services ranging from cleaning restaurant hoods to removing biohazard contaminants.  We have the specialized training and products to get your property back to business. 

If you are in need of Commercial Cleaning for your business, please call SERVPRO of Gold Coast / Lincoln Park / Lakeview at (773) 935-6750.

Commercial Cleaning Services

2/24/2020 (Permalink)

Lobby of an office building with tile floor and silver pillars with flower pots on the side. SERVPRO of Gold Coast / Lincoln Park / Lakeview provides Commercial Cleaning Services.

Maintaining a clean work environment is important to every business owner.  When grime, odor and moisture challenges go beyond the scope of your regular janitorial staff, call in SERVPRO of Gold Coast / Lincoln Park / Lakeview.  Whether it’s removing an odor problem or deep cleaning flooring or carpets, you can rely on SERVPRO to make your workspace look its very best.  We will get the job done right and get it done quickly.

SERVPRO of Gold Coast / Lincoln Park / Lakeview offer cleaning services ranging from cleaning restaurant hoods to removing biohazard contaminants.  We have the specialized training and products to get your property back to business.  Our cleaning services include the following:

  • Air Ducts and HVAC
  • Biohazard
  • Carpet and Upholstery
  • Ceilings, Floors, and Walls
  • Drapes and Blinds
  • Odor Removal
  • Sewage
  • Trauma and Crime Scene
  • Vandalism

If your commercial property needs specialty cleaning contact SERVPRO of Gold Coast / Lincoln Park / Lakeview at (773) 935-6750.

Be Prepared with an ERP from SERVPRO

2/18/2020 (Permalink)

SERVPRO house logo with emergency ready program under that with a big green check mark. Plan ahead with an ERP from SERVPRO.

No one ever plans on a disaster to strike, but you can prepare for it.

In the event of an emergency, the SERVPRO Emergency Ready Profile (ERP) can help minimize business interruption by having an immediate plan of action in place for your facility.  The ERP is a comprehensive document containing critical information about your business, including: Emergency Contact Information, Shut-off Valve Locations and Priority Area.  Our representatives will work with you to set up the plan.

Knowing what to do and who to call in advance and having a plan in place may help minimize the amount of time your business is inactive and gets you back in the building following a disaster.  The ERP is available online using your computer or a tablet.  You can download SERVPRO's free Ready Plan app to access this information anytime.  The SERVPRO Emergency READY Profile (ERP) will help ensure you and your businesses are "Ready for whatever happens."
 

SERVPRO of Gold Coast / Lincoln Park / Lakeview offers complimentary Emergency READY Profiles for your businesses and commercial properties.  Please contact us today at (773) 935-6750 to get your profile started.

SERVPRO - Commercial Services

1/27/2020 (Permalink)

Big green SERVPRO truck with several green air movers in front of the truck. SERVPRO of Gold Coast / Lincoln Park / Lakeview provides Commercial Services to your business.

Commercial cleaning and restoration present unique challenges.  You need a company that provides excellent results while minimizing the disruption to your business.  When the need arises for professional cleaning or emergency restoration services, SERVPRO of Gold Coast / Lincoln Park / Lakeview has the training and expertise to help make it “Like it never even happened.”  We handle all types of commercial industries:

  • Small Office Buildings
  • Large Office/High-Rise Office Buildings
  • Apartment Buildings
  • Restaurants
  • Hotel/Motels
  • Small Retail Stores
  • Large Retail/Big-Box Stores
  • High-Rise Residential
  • Manufacturing & Industrial
  • Government/Military

When it comes to commercial restoration services, SERVPRO is a leader in the industry.  Available 24 hours a day and seven days a week, SERVPRO of Gold Coast / Lincoln Park / Lakeview responds quickly to your commercial fire, water, and mold damage emergencies.  No commercial project is too big!

Need Commercial Services? Call Us at (773) 935-6750. 

If Disaster Threatens the Hospitality Industry - SERVPRO can Help!

1/17/2019 (Permalink)

If you have a disaster at your hospitality facility, SERVPRO of Gold Coast / Lincoln Park / Lakeview is here to help!

AT SERVPRO of Gold Coast / Lincoln Park / Lakeview we understand that keeping your guests satisfied is your top priority, and you can rest assured that you are ours.  When disaster strikes at a hospitality facility, the help of a specialized team is critical in assuring that normal operations resume as quickly and safely as possible.

Whether the cause is a coat hanger on a sprinkler head or a natural disaster, we work to efficiently isolate the damaged area so that basic functions can continue normally, and guests can enjoy your services with minimal impact.  Our professionals are trained to work with your management and maintenance teams to prioritize spaces and make sure that all areas are restored to your complete satisfaction.  Our experience in the hospitality industry has given us the ability to provide a variety of detailed services for the following hospitality facilities:

  • Hotels
  • Convention Centers
  • Casinos
  • Resorts
  • Entertainment Venues
  • Banquet Halls

If your business experiences any type of a disaster, SERVPRO of Gold Coast / Lincoln Park / Lakeview will be there to help!  Please contact us at (773) 935-6750. 

Commercial Services

1/17/2019 (Permalink)

SERVPRO of Gold Coast / Lincoln Park / Lakeview is available to help with all of your Commercial Cleaning and Restoration needs.

Commercial cleaning and restoration services are the cornerstone of our business.  SERVPRO of Gold Coast / Lincoln Park / Lakeview is available 24 hours, 7 days a week to get your business back up and running.  Our expertise includes restoration services for fire and water damage, including electronics restoration and document drying. We are also your business’s best resource for mold remediation.

Here are somecommercial services we provide:

  • Commercial Water Damage Restoration
  • Commercial Fire Damage Restoration
  • Commercial Mold Remediation
  • Commercial Storm Damage
  • Commercial Duct Cleaning
  • Commercial Biohazard Cleanup
  • Commercial Sewage
  • Commercial Post Construction Cleanup
  • Commercial Carpet & Upholstery
  • Commercial Vandalism

So when the need arises for professional cleaning or emergency restoration services, SERVPRO of Gold Coast / Lincoln Park / Lakeview has the training and expertise to help make it “Like it never even happened.”

If you are in need of our Commercial Services, Please call SERVPRO of Gold Coast / Lincoln Park / Lakeview today at (773) 935-6750.

Surprise, My Office is Flooded!

1/15/2019 (Permalink)

SERVPRO of Gold Coast / Lincoln Park / Lakeview can help you if your office space has water damage.

Surprises at work are never anything that we look forward to and walking into a flooded office is never a good way to start the day. 

Flooding and water damage events that take place in commercial properties are often complex with numerous issues that require a knowledgeable and flexible response.  SERVPRO of Gold Coast / Lincoln Park / Lakeview will be there to help you.  Whether you are dealing with a relatively small water cleanup or a large scale event, we will work quickly to assess each unique situation and isolate the damaged area.  In many instances, normal operations can continue in a temporary space while we restore your facility.

Our team is trained to be mindful of legal and environmental concerns and strive to fully restore the damaged area and manage the restoration project through to its completion.  We understand that every hour spent cleaning up is an hour of lost revenue and productivity.  So when an emergency situation arises in your business, give us a call and we’ll be there fast with the help you need.

SERVPRO of Gold Coast / Lincoln Park / Lakeview specializes in the cleanup and restoration of commercial property after a water damage event.  Call us today at (773) 935-6750.

Property Managers - SERVPRO can help after a Disaster

9/11/2018 (Permalink)

SERVPRO of Gold Coast / Lincoln Park / Lakeview is available 24 hours a day to help with a Disaster!

AT SERVPRO of Gold Coast / Lincoln Park / Lakeview our priority is returning damaged property and items to their preloss condition.

Whether natural or man-made, a disaster at one of your client’s facilities needs to be handled by professionals who understand the importance of your tenants’ safety.  Our teams are trained in helping manage both commercial and multi-family properties during the recovery process while maintaining the security and safety of the facility and tenants. Our professionals work hard and fast to minimize the interruptions for your tenants’ daily operations. Our experience with property management companies has given us the ability to provide a variety of detailed services for the following types of facilities:

  • Multi-Level Commercial Buildings
  • Multi-Tenant Facilities
  • Shopping Malls
  • Apartment Complexes
  • Hotels
  • Industrial Facilities

SERVPRO of Gold Coast / Lincoln Park / Lakeview will work closely with Property Managers to help make it “Like it never even happened.”

Have Questions? Call Today – (773) 935-6750

Fire Extinguisher Safety tips for the workplace.

7/19/2018 (Permalink)

If you experience Fire Damage in your workplace SERVPRO of Gold Coast / Lincoln Park / Lakeview can help!

According to OSHA, the most common emergency small businesses must plan for is a fire. Fire extinguishers can be invaluable tools to help fight smaller fires in the workplace.

It is important for employees to know how to use an extinguisher properly and also know how to accurately assess a fire situation.

The PASS method is a simple training technique for fire extinguishers:

·        P - Pull the pin on the extinguisher.

·        A - Aim the hose nozzle low toward the base of the fire.

·        S - Squeeze the handle to release the extinguishing agent.

·        S - Sweep the nozzle from side to side at the base of the flames until extinguished.

Fire extinguishers are meant to handle only small fires. If a fire becomes too large or the environment becomes too dangerous, employees should know when and how to evacuate the area.  If appropriate, sound the fire alarm or call the fire department immediately. 

SERVPRO of Gold Coast / Lincoln Park / Lakeview is always available to help if your business has incurred damage from a fire.  Please call us at 773-935-6750.

Commercial Carpet Cleaning.

7/17/2018 (Permalink)

SERVPRO of Gold Coast / Lincoln Park / Lakeview will help keep your carpets clean.

Even the highest-quality items can show soiling over time. Protect your investment by calling SERVPRO of Gold Coast / Lincoln Park / Lakeview to clean and maintain your commercial carpets.

Preventative Maintenance

Carpets act as a filter, trapping dust, dirt, gases, animal hair, and other soils. All carpet manufacturers agree on actions you can take between carpet cleanings to increase the life span of your carpet.

IICRC states that 79% of soil in carpet is dry soil. Vacuuming is a key component to proper care and maintenance of carpet.

Preventative maintenance actions include: 

  • Regular vacuuming
  • Spot removal
  • Pilating the carpet to prevent matting
  • Moving furniture to change traffic patterns
  • Using walk-off mats to limit the amount of soil tracked onto the carpet

Professional Cleaning

Professional cleaning can address moderate and heavy soil conditions in your commercial carpets. How often you’ll need professional cleaning depends on soil build-up, traffic, type and color of carpeting.

A good rule of thumb would be to professionally clean your carpet every 12 months. The best advice is to clean carpets before they become totally saturated with soil.  Dirt builds up in layers, and when a carpet looks dirty you are only seeing the dirt at the tips of the fibers. More dirt is hiding below the surface down near the base of the pile, causing damage to the carpet. When a carpet is saturated with dirt, the soil has penetrated crevices and has become firmly lodged.

SERVPRO of Gold Coast / Lincoln Park / Lakeview Professionals will get the job done right. For a cleaning backed by state-of-the-art equipment and Professionals trained to the highest standards, call us today.

Need Commercial Carpet Cleaning?
Call SERVPRO of Gold Coast / Lincoln Park / Lakeview at
773-935-6750

Restaurants can't afford to wait when Disaster Strikes!

3/20/2018 (Permalink)

SERVPRO of Gold Coast / Lincoln Park / Lakeview is here to help your restaurant if disaster strikes!

The restaurant business and food service industry are numbers-driven. So is the one company they call on to get them back in service faster when fire or water damage strikes. SERVPRO of Gold Coast / Lincoln Park / Lakeview is the #1 Choice in Commercial Cleanup and Restoration.

AT SERVPRO of Gold Coast / Lincoln Park / Lakeview our number one priority is getting your business and dining room back in operation as quickly as possible. When disaster strikes your restaurant or manufacturing center, you need the expertise of a team who is trained in food service cleanup. 

Our specialists are trained in health codes, regulations and the use of food-safe products. We understand the importance of getting your dining room, kitchen or production operational with minimal or no interruption at all. We’ll work to ensure all surfaces are restored and sanitized to health and food safety specifications, and you are able to get back to business quicker.

Our experience in the food service industry has given us the ability to provide a variety of detailed services for the following types of facilities:

Food Manufacturing Facilities

Food Distribution Centers

Fast Food Restaurants

Fine Dining Restaurants

Senior Living Facility Kitchens

School Cafeterias

If your restaurant has experienced a fire or water disaster, please call SERVPRO of Gold Coast / Lincoln Park / Lakeview Today – (773) 935-6750.

Generator Safety Tips - To Keep your Business Running.

3/15/2018 (Permalink)

Keep your Business running with the help of a portable Generator.

In an emergency, portable generators offer lifesaving benefits when outages affect your business. They can safely power important electrical equipment such as portable heating units, computers, water pumps, freezers, refrigerators and lighting. However, portable generator use can also be very hazardous.

If you plan on using an emergency generator, it’s essential that you take precautions for your safety and the safety of those working to restore power.

Follow these tips for safe portable generator use from the NSC:

  • Always read and follow the manufacturer's operating instructions before running generator.
  • Engines emit carbon monoxide. Never use a generator inside your business or other enclosed areas.
  • Only use your generator outdoors, away from open windows, vents, or doors.
  • Use a battery-powered carbon monoxide detector in the area you’re running a generator.
  • Gasoline and its vapors are extremely flammable. Allow the generator engine to cool at least 2 minutes before refueling and always use fresh gasoline.
  • Never operate the generator near combustible materials.

If you experience Storm or Water damage due to a power outage in your commercial building, do not hesitate to give SERVPRO of Gold Coast / Lincoln Park / Lakeview a call at 773-935-6750.

Large Loss Response Team

2/22/2018 (Permalink)

SERVPRO of Gold Coast / Lincoln Park / Lakeview is a Large Loss Response Team.

SERVPRO of Gold Coast / Lincoln Park / Lakeview is a Large Loss Response Team (LLRT) which means we can handle your commercial loss.  No job is too large for us to handle.

The SERVPRO Commercial Large Loss Division is composed of our best of the best in restoration. Our elite large-loss specialists are prequalified to handle any-size disaster.

Every large loss is supervised by a commercial operations manager to help ensure seamless communication and timely mitigation.  At SERVPRO, the difference is our ability to dispatch trained production professionals and cut costs through the strategic placement and oversight of temporary labor. 

COMMERCIAL LARGE LOSS DIVISION CLIENTS INCLUDE:

  • Property Management
  • Hospitality Facilities
  • Healthcare Facilities
  • Food Service Facilities
  • Education Facilities
  • Retail Facilities

If there is anything too large for your own maintenance crew to handle in your commercial building, do not hesitate to give SERVPRO of Gold Coast / Lincoln Park / Lakeview at 773-935-6750.

Commercial Remediation Experts - Chicago Area

2/8/2018 (Permalink)

SERVPRO of Gold Coast / Lincoln Park / Lakeview is here to help get your business back to work!

Are you a business owner in Chicago?  Have you experienced a recent water, fire or mold damage at your commercial property?  Are you looking for a reputable company with commercial remediation experience that offers a full service remediation team?  Then, look no further because SERVPRO of Gold Coast / Lincoln Park / Lakeview is here to help. 

Conveniently available twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week, SERVPRO of Gold Coast / Lincoln Park / Lakeview is able to work within the parameters of any commercial job site. 

Our goal is to get your business up and running as soon as possible to limit the interruption to your business.  We have worked around schedules so that businesses could stay open while remediation occurred on the off hours in order to avoid monetary disruption. 

We know commercial losses are complex and we will work with you directly to help facilitate your needs.  Call us at (773) 935-6750 to see how we can help get your business back into business.

Be Prepared: Wireless Emergency Alerts

2/1/2018 (Permalink)

Be Ready! SERVPRO of Gold Coast / Lincoln Park / Lakeview is Faster to any size Disaster. Call us today at 773-935-6750

Wireless Emergency Alerts (WEAs) are free notifications delivered to your mobile device as part of a public safety system provided by authorized government-alerting authorities. The alerts are designed to inform you of imminent threats to safety or missing persons alerts in your area (e.g., AMBER Alerts). Government partners include local and state public safety agencies, FEMA, the FCC, the Department of Homeland Security, and the National Weather Service. A WEA can be sent to your mobile device when you may be in harm’s way, without downloading an app or subscribe to a service. WEAs may be used to share extreme weather warnings, local emergencies requiring evacuation or immediate action, AMBER Alerts, and Presidential Alerts during a national emergency.

A WEA will look like a text message. The WEA message will typically show the type and time of the alert, any action you should take, and the agency issuing the alert. The message will be no more than 90 characters.

Courtesy of Restoration Newsline Volume 16, Issue 2.

Commercial Water Cleanup in Chicago

1/11/2018 (Permalink)

If your business has a flooding event due to frozen water pipes, call SERVPRO of Gold Coast / Lincoln Park / Lakeview at 773-935-6750

The Chicago area has been experiencing extremely cold temperatures this past week and with the slight warm up at the end of the week, pipes began to burst.  SERVPRO of Gold Coast / Lincoln Park / Lakeview responded immediately to a commercial building in need of professional services after a broken pipe.

Here are a few tips that you can follow to prevent your commercial building from frozen pipes:

5 Steps to Preventing Burst Pipes:

  1. Insulate all water pipes that run along the exterior of the building or those that are located in unheated interior spaces.
    2. Inspect water pipes on a regular basis, looking for any signs of small leaks or fatigue that could cause them to fail in a big way when the freezing temperatures arrive.
    3. Run water at a slow drip to relieve the pressure that can burst a pipe in the case that it does freeze.
    4. Check all shutoff valves and levers to make sure they are in pristine working order.
    5. Keep utilities on in vacant units- if you have vacant units, the cost of maintaining utilities in that unit will offset the cost of loss that could result from the lack of heat or water movement which causes frozen pipes and subsequent water damage.

Source: http://www.assetmanagementalliance.com/how-to-winterize-your-commercial-property-to-prevent-freezing-water-pipes/

Commercial Water Damage Restoration

There’s never a convenient time for storm or water damage to strike your business. Every hour spent cleaning up is an hour of lost revenue and productivity. So when an emergency situation arises in your business, give us a call and we’ll be there fast with the help you need.

Call SERVPRO of Gold Coast / Lincoln Park / Lakeview at 773-935-6750

Tips for Preparing your Business for Winter Weather

12/5/2017 (Permalink)

Keep your Business clear of Winter Weather.

Winter weather will be upon us very soon as we head into the winter months of the Chicagoland area.  Here are a few things to think about for your commercial property.

Tips for Preparing Your Business for Winter Weather

  • Check your business property for downed tree limbs and branches. Weather, such as wind, heavy rain, ice and snow, can cause branches to fall, which could cause damage to the property and potentially cause personal injuries.
  • Inspect property, especially walkways and parking lots, for proper drainage to alleviate flood hazard potential.
  • Inspect all handrails, stairwells and entryways to address and correct potential slippery or hazardous areas. Install mats or non-slip surfaces and post caution signs where water could be present.
  • Contact SERVPRO of Gold Coast / Lincoln Park / Lakeview Franchise Professionals about starting a Disaster Recovery Plan for your

SERVPRO of Gold Coast / Lincoln Park / Lakeview responds quickly to your Chicago fire, water, or mold damage emergency, 24 hours a day. Whether the damage occurs in a small business building or a big box store, we have the training, experience, and equipment to handle the situation.

Have Questions? Call Today – (773) 935-6750

The Different Causes of Commercial Water Damage

11/28/2017 (Permalink)

SERVPRO special drying equipment

Work Place Water Damage is Restored by SERVPRO

When business owners visualize water damage, they often picture a massive storm wiping out power lines, flooding offices, and shutting down businesses for days at a time. It is true that commercial water damage is often the result of floods and water that stems from weather events and storms. 
 
However, many entrepreneurs and business space renters forget that storms and severe weather aren't the only causes of floods and water damage. Here are some of the typical causes of water damage to commercial buildings. 
 
1. Malfunctioning sprinkler systems 
Some older office and retail buildings still have outdated sprinkler systems that work in conjunction with fire protection systems. While such sprinklers can come in handy during a fire emergency, they can also cause commercial flood damage if they are faulty or in need of replacement. This could easily damage inventory and business assets.

2. Damaged appliances and equipment 
This cause of commercial flood damage is more common in restaurants and catering facilities, as well as any business that has appliances and equipment that make use of water. If the appliance fails and sends water across your building, especially during late hours when no one is around, you may come back to work and face a water emergency. 
 
3. Broken pipes and plumbing 
Just like in a residence, if the plumbing system in your workplace fails water damage could be the result. 
 
4. Backed up sewer lines 
This is another cause of commercial water damage that often catches business owners by surprise. Should the sewer line to your building back up or become damaged, realize the potential dangers of contaminated Black Water which can ruin products and office furnishings. 
 
If your business has suffered commercial water damage, SERVPRO of Gold Coast / Lincoln Park / Lakeview will get you back up and running again. Call us anytime 24/7 at (773) 935-6750 for fast help.

Commercial Fire Damage Clean up

10/24/2017 (Permalink)

Commercial Fire tips that can help save your business!

Call SERVPRO for Your Commercial Fire Damage

Commercial fire damage is one of the most devastating experiences that a business owner can experience in Chicago. In addition to doing severe damage to the structure of the building, fires can lead to excessive, standing water on the property as well as mold invasions. For these reasons and more, business leaders find it difficult to recover from a natural disaster or a man-made accident. This is even the case when the business owner is an industry expert who manages the daily operations effectively. However, learning more about commercial fires and how fire damage remediation specialists can assist you is the first step towards limiting damages and preserving your equilibrium in the face of the disaster. Gather information you need regarding how to grapple with a fire by reviewing the data outlined below:

Fire Threats. There are several factors that can place a commercial property in harm’s way. Some of these include:

  • lightning strike
  • electrical fire
  • blown fuse, overloaded circuits
  • an adjoining business fire

Preventing Commercial Fire Damage and Strategies You Can Use:

In addition to purchasing business interruption insurance, there are several strategies you can implement to decrease the impact of fire damage to your business. Some of them include:

  • Avoiding the storage of flammable items on site
  • Check your smoke alarms regularly to ensure they are functioning properly
  • Have your fire extinguishers in accessible areas
  • Implement a fire evacuation plan
  • Turn off appliances and machinery when no one is on site.
  • Ensure all machinery is in good condition
  • Have backup drives for computers
  • Important paperwork should be kept in a fireproof safe
  • Use a cloud for document back up storage

Call SERVPRO of Gold Coast / Lincoln Park / Lakeview at (773) 935-6750  for your commercial fire damage.

Commercial Cleaning Services

10/18/2017 (Permalink)

Keep your Office fresh and clean!

You don’t have time to worry about the common wear and tear that gradually soils your office. When grime, odor, and moisture challenges go beyond the scope of your regular janitorial staff, call in SERVPRO of Gold Coast / Lincoln Park / Lakeview. Whether it’s removing an odor problem or deep cleaning flooring or carpets, you can rely on SERVPRO to make your workspace look its very best.

SERVPRO of Gold Coast / Lincoln Park / Lakeview will get the job done right and get it done quickly, because the SERVPRO Advantage includes these benefits:

  • Award-winning training
  • Over 40 years’ experience in the industry
  • More than 100 exclusive cleaning products

Have Questions? Call Today 773-935-6750

Specialty Cleaning Services

SERVPRO of Gold Coast / Lincoln Park / Lakeview offers cleaning services ranging from cleaning restaurant hoods to removing biohazard contaminants. We have the specialized training and products to get your property back to business. Our cleaning services include the following:

Flooding in Your Business

10/18/2017 (Permalink)

a workplace flood can be devastating to your business.

The weather has been very unpredictable the past few weeks in our area.  We have experienced heavy rains in a short period of time causing the sewer systems to back up and streets to flood. 

If you see there is a flash flood watch, this means that a flash flood is possible.  A flash flood warning means that a flood is about to happen or already taking place.  If a flash flood occurs, you should make sure everyone gets to higher ground as quickly as possible. 

Your business can prepare for any potential disaster, including flash floods. Keep all essential equipment and documents elevated from the floor.  Ideally, they should be stored on the second floor of the building or higher.  Back-up electronic data daily to cloud storage or to an external drive so the files can still be accessed in the event of a disaster.  

It is a good idea to have a battery-powered radio available on-site.  In case of a power outage, you and your staff can keep updated on the current conditions.  (FEMA) The Federal Emergency Management Agency provides a list of recommended supplies in the event of a disaster, such as a flashlight and first aid kit. 

You can also check with the National Weather Service to get more tips on safety during flooding. 

SERVPRO of Gold Coast / Lincoln Park / Lakeview can help your business get back on track after flooding or other disasters.  Call us today for more information (773) 935-6750.

Restoring Your Chicago Commercial Property After A Water Damage Event

6/20/2017 (Permalink)

Commercial Water Damage Events Present Unique Challenges

Flooding and water damage events at Chicago commercial properties are often complex with numerous issues that require a knowledgeable and flexible response. Whether we’re dealing with a relatively small water cleanup scenario or a large scale event, we work quickly to assess each unique situation and isolate the damaged area. In many instances, normal operations can continue in a temporary space while we restore your facility.

Restoring Commercial Properties Presents Unique Challenges

Our professionals are trained to be mindful of legal and environmental concerns and strive to fully restore the damaged area while working within your budgetary constraints. We understand that every hour spent cleaning up is an hour of lost revenue and productivity. So when an emergency situation arises in your business, give us a call and we’ll be there fast with the help you need.

About SERVPRO of Gold Coast / Lincoln Park / Lakeview

SERVPRO of Gold Coast / Lincoln Park/ Lakeview specializes in the cleanup and restoration of commercial and residential property after a water damage event. Our staff is highly trained in property damage restoration. From initial and ongoing training at SERVPRO’s corporate training facility to regular IICRC-industry certification, rest assured our staff is equipped with the knowledge to restore your property.

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