Flooding and Water Damage Restoration in Chicago, IL

With nearly 2.7 million people in the city alone, Chicago has become the third-largest metropolitan area in the country. This high volume of people and activity keep restoration companies like our SERVPRO team busy at all hours, meeting pressing demands for water damage remediation. From the thousands of homes and apartments within the city limits to commercial properties like the Sears Tower, we help with: 

  • Water damage remediation
  • Flood restoration
  • Emergency services water damage
  • Basement flooding
  • Burst pipes
  • Ceiling leaks

Water Removal Services for Chicago Properties

Water mitigation following basement flooding or flood restoration in Chicago homes and businesses often revolves around extraction. Water removal tools in our inventory could vary considerably based on the severity of the situation and the accessibility of the damaged region of your property. After problems like burst pipes, substantial volumes of water can come to rest on the flooring. We can utilize multiple types of submersible pumps to quietly and quickly address the discharge of hundreds of gallons of standing water.

Cleanup and Repairs Following Basement Flooding in Chicago Homes 

Continual monitoring of mitigation efforts' progress can determine where focused drying attention is necessary for the restoration process. Emergency services water damage fixated on removing standing surface water, but thorough drying efforts with evaporative tools like air movers and dehumidifiers embody the most significant part of the water damage remediation project.

Find out more about SERVPRO flood restoration and water damage remediation on our main page.

SERVPRO of Evergreen Park, South Chicago City, Marquette Park, West Lawn, Ford City, South Holland, Dolton, Riverdale

Water or Flood Damage? Call Us Today – (773) 337-3900

24-Hour Emergency Water Removal Service

Flooding and water emergencies don’t wait for regular business hours and neither do we. We provide emergency water restoration services 24 hours a day, 7 days a week – including all holidays. Chicago residents can expect an immediate response time, day or night.

Faster To Any Size Water Emergency

When water damage strikes, a fast response is critical. Day or night, Chicago residents and business owners can expect us to respond immediately to your water emergency.

Highly-Trained Water Restoration Specialists

As leaders in the water damage industry, we have advanced training and expertise, not to mention a tremendous amount of hands-on experience.  We use this training and experience to quickly dry your home and restore it back to pre-water damage condition. Our process includes documentation of the drying process to validate your property is dry. Learn about our water damage training and certificates.

Locally Owned and Operated

SERVPRO of Evergreen Park, South Chicago City, Marquette Park, West Lawn, Ford City, South Holland, Dolton, Riverdale is locally owned and operated so we are part of this community too. When you have a flooding or water emergency, we’re already nearby and ready to help. We take pride in being a part of the Chicago community and want to do our part in making our community the best it can be.

We are proud to serve our local communities:

Our Restoration Process

Every water damage event is a little different and requires a unique solution, but the general process stays the same. The steps listed below illustrate our process for the “typical” water damage emergency.

1.  Emergency Contact

When you call us, our consultant will guide you through several questions that will help us respond to your water emergency more quickly and efficiently. This initial contact is an important part of a fast, effective restoration.

2. Inspection and Damage Assessment

We carefully inspect your property’s water damage, determining the type of water damage and the areas affected. This is a crucial step to creating an effective plan of action that will result in a successful restoration.

3. Water Removal / Water Extraction

The water removal process begins almost immediately and removes the majority of the water. We use powerful pumps and vacuum units to quickly remove hundreds or thousands of gallons from your property which helps prevent secondary water damage and mold growth.

4. Drying and Dehumidification

We use specialized equipment to remove the remaining water which is harder to access. Our Professionals will use room measurements, temperature, and relative humidity to determine the optimal number of air movers and dehumidifiers needed to dry your home or business.

5. Cleaning and Sanitizing

We clean, repair, and disinfect all of the restorable items and structures that were damaged by the water. We are adept at cleaning contents using a number of techniques. We’re also trained to remove odors using industrial air scrubbers and fogging equipment.

6. Restoration

Restoration is the process or restoring your home or business to its pre-water damage condition. Restoration may involve minor repairs, such as replacing drywall and installing new carpet or may entail major repairs such as the reconstruction of various areas or rooms in a home or business.

The Trusted Leader in Water Restoration

SERVPRO of Evergreen Park, South Chicago City, Marquette Park, West Lawn, Ford City, South Holland, Dolton, Riverdale knows what it’s like when a water disaster occurs and we are prepared to react with the right tools and trained professionals. We lead the water restoration industry, and can be trusted to help remediate your water loss. SERVPRO understands how overwhelming a water emergency can be for homeowners. Call us at (773) 337-3900 and let us make it “Like it never even happened.”