Back to School Mold Remediation in Chicago, IL
Sam Simon
August 12, 2014ServiceMaster Restoration by Simons offers School Mold Removal in Chicago, IL, including neighborhoods such as Gold Coast and Lincoln Park.
It's that time of year again when everyone starts thinking about going back to school. Parents are busy shopping for school supplies, kids are trying to spend those last few weeks of summer outdoors, and teachers are busy preparing their school year curriculum. One thing that can get overlooked is the condition of the school and getting it prepared to handle the hundreds or thousands of kids. The school has been relatively empty for the past few months of summer, and that means there is potential for
mold growth
inside. Since everyone is busy getting ready for school, you may want to consider calling
ServiceMaster Restoration by Simons
for your
mold remediation in Chicago, IL
. They are trained professionals that can inspect the school and make sure everything is in acceptable condition to start the school year.
You could have the school janitor go through the building and check on everything, but sometimes
mold removal
is not as simple as spraying some cleaner on the mold. You may need a professional crew to rectify the problem areas. In most cases, mold will grow in the damp areas, and a simple cleanup will just remove the current mold problem and not actually resolve the issue.
A professional mold remediation plan
will ensure the cause is found and stopped so there is no need to have future concerns.
Typically, the basement, because of inherent dampness, is the first location to show signs of mold. However, there could be a bathroom in the building that has a leak, and mold has been slowly growing because of the continual presence of water. In some cases, high moisture behind drywall can allow mold to flourish, requiring
extensive mold removal
. Generally speaking, if a room smells musty, mold is present.
As parents, kids, and teachers prepare for the school year, it is important for building maintenance to consider hiring expert cleaners to ensure the facility is mold free. If you find you need
mold removal in Chicago, IL
, please
give ServiceMaster by Simons a call today
, and we will be on site as soon as possible to address and remediate your mold problems.
Sam Simon
Sam Simon is the Co-Owner and Managing Director of ServiceMaster Restoration By Simons, a certified MBE/WBE disaster restoration and specialty cleaning firm proudly serving Cook, Lake, and DuPage Counties in Illinois. With over 30 years of experience in restoration project management, field operations, and emergency response, Sam plays a vital leadership role in overseeing service execution, technician development, reconstruction, and subcontractor coordination.
He holds the IICRC’s highest technical designation as a Master Fire & Water Restorer, a distinction achieved by fewer than 1% of professionals in the restoration industry. His technical scope includes water and flood damage restoration, fire and smoke recovery, mold remediation, and post-disaster reconstruction across both residential and commercial sectors.
Sam has demonstrated a long-standing commitment to helping communities in crisis. He has participated in large-scale disaster recovery efforts across the U.S., providing boots-on-the-ground leadership during Hurricanes Katrina, Sandy, and Harvey, as well as catastrophic floods, wildfires, and deep freeze events throughout Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Minnesota, Ohio, Texas, and beyond. His dedication to serving distressed families and businesses in the wake of national catastrophes reflects both his personal values and ServiceMaster’s mission of restoring peace of mind.
In 2019, Sam was selected for the HACIA Contractor Training Program, a competitive six-month construction management cohort offered by the Hispanic American Construction Industry Association. The program delivers intensive instruction in blueprint reading, estimating, project management, and construction law—skills that support the company’s continued growth in emergency build-back and general contracting services.
Before co-founding ServiceMaster Restoration By Simons, Sam built a successful creative career under the name Sam Zabadneh, contributing to notable film and television productions including Chicago Fire (2012), Juvies (2007), and Image Union (1978). His media and videography background continues to shape ServiceMaster’s marketing strategy, digital training resources, and brand storytelling.
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Sam is also the co-author of RESTORE: A Complete Guide to Protecting Your Home As Your Most Valuable Asset—a practical guidebook for homeowners navigating the challenges of water, fire, and mold damage.
Under the direction of majority owner and President & CEO Nasutsa Mabwa, and with Sam’s operational leadership, ServiceMaster Restoration By Simons has earned numerous regional and national accolades, including:
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