Residential and Commercial Fire Restoration in Chicago and Evanston, IL
Sam Simon
August 22, 2014ServiceMaster Restoration by Simons provides Fire Restoration in Evanston, IL and Chicago neighborhoods such as Lincoln Park and Gold Coast
You never plan to deal with the aftermath of a fire, but when such a disaster strikes, you can be left in shock. One of the most important factors of
fire damage restoration
is the timeliness of the cleanup process. Since time is of the essence, it is suggested that you use a professional like
ServiceMaster Restoration by Simons in Chicago, IL
. They are highly skilled at fire restoration and will guarantee your home is properly restored with their thorough and professional process.
Without properly implementing a
fire damage restoration plan
, you can be looking at even more damage within hours. The acidic residue caused by a fire is phenomenally nasty stuff. Statistics show that after only one hour, appliances can stain from the soot. Within 24 hours the walls can be permanently stained. After a few days the damages can be so extensive that
fire damage repair
is no longer a option.
Time is of the essence, so it is important to contact professionals immediately. Once on site they can formulate a specific cleanup plan and implement the proper cleaning processes for your home or business. This is imperative; the wrong type of fire damage repair can actually cause further damage. ServiceMaster Restoration by Simons is a trusted company that can handle a variety of fire restoration plans for the following locations:
- Manufacturing facilities
- High rise buildings
- Industrial complexes
- Retail locations
- Residential houses
- Apartments and Townhouses
While no one intends on needing fire restoration services, please do not hesitate when you have been affected by the unfortunate event of a fire.
Call ServiceMaster Restoration by Simons today
for your
fire restoration needs in Chicago, IL.
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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