Commercial Fire Damage Repair in Chicago, IL
Sam Simon
July 23, 2014ServiceMaster by Simons Provides Fire Restoration Services for Businesses and Other Offices
After a fire, the damage can be severe, and there are likely many questions and concerns. Those concerns can be increased if the affected building is a school that an entire community depends upon. Timing is everything, and the quicker the affected area is cleaned up, the less the likelihood of irreversible damage. That is why
ServiceMaster by Simons in Chicago, IL
is here for all your
commercial fire restoration needs
. We will quickly formulate a plan and immediately begin the
fire damage repair
.
It is very important to choose professionals that will use the proper cleaning techniques as quickly as possible to avoid further damage. IICRC (Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification) certified companies, such as
ServiceMaster by Simons
, employ highly trained and certified technicians who will ensure your commercial building is restored properly. Fire and smoke cause immediate damage to areas of the building not directly impacted by flames. Within minutes, any appliances and furniture can be stained from the acidic residue in soot. After a few hours, walls can develop a yellow hue. Within a few days, damages can be extremely costly to repair; costs that could have been minimized by utilizing timely and professional restoration processes.
Commercial buildings are typically much larger than the average home. However, ServiceMaster by Simons is equipped to handle even the
largest fire damage repair needs
. We will come on site as soon as possible and assess the entire situation. Once we formulate a plan, we will immediately begin the
commercial fire restoration process
. We will also make sure the area is completely deodorized so there are no noticeable traces of a fire event. Our technicians will quickly have your commercial building restored and ready to operate again. Every lost day can be very costly, and we will work hard to ensure you are satisfied with our timely results.
If your building has recently been affected by a fire,
call ServiceMaster by Simons of Chicago, IL
for your commercial fire damage repair needs!
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, 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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