ServiceMaster Restoration By Simons Named to 2025 Inc. 5000 List of Fastest-Growing Private Companies
Sam Simon
August 12, 2025ServiceMaster Restoration By Simons has been named to the 2025 Inc. 5000 list, ranking #2,507 with 169% three-year growth. As Chicagoland’s trusted restoration team, we serve Chicago, the North Shore, Lake County, and DuPage with certified water, fire, and mold services—backed by decades of local expertise and industry-leading credentials.
Celebrating a National Honor with Local Roots
ServiceMaster Restoration By Simons is proud to announce that we have been named to the 2025 Inc. 5000 list of America’s fastest-growing private companies, ranking #2,507 nationwide with 169% growth over the past three years.
This recognition places us among a select group of businesses making a measurable impact on their industries and communities. For us, the honor reflects one thing above all: the trust of the Chicagoland homeowners, business owners, and property managers we serve every day.
“Being named to the Inc. 5000 list is more than a milestone — it’s a reflection of the trust our community has placed in us for over 40 years,” says Nasutsa Mabwa, CEO of ServiceMaster Restoration By Simons. “Our team works tirelessly to restore homes and businesses after disasters, and this honor validates the quality, professionalism, and dedication we bring to every project.”
A Legacy of Excellence in Restoration
While our inclusion in the Inc. 5000 reflects rapid growth, our roots run deep.
- 40+ years of combined local service across Chicago, the North Shore, Lake County, and DuPage County
- Founded in Chicago in 1929, ServiceMaster is the nation’s oldest professional restoration brand
- Led by IICRC Master Fire & Water Restorer Sam Simon and CEO Nasutsa Mabwa
- Certified Firm with the IICRC Certified Firm Verification Tool
- Members of the Restoration Industry Association (RIA)
Our services include:
Serving the Communities That Built Us
From day one, we have been dedicated to serving both residential and commercial clients in:
Chicago neighborhoods: The Loop, Gold Coast, Lincoln Park, Lakeview, River North, Logan Square, West Loop, Wicker Park, Hyde Park, Bronzeville, and more.
North Shore & Lake County towns: Evanston, Wilmette, Winnetka, Glencoe, Highland Park, Lake Forest, Lake Bluff, Northbrook, Glenview, Deerfield, Bannockburn, Riverwoods, Vernon Hills, Libertyville, Mundelein, and beyond.
DuPage County communities: Oak Park, River Forest, Elmhurst, Naperville, Hinsdale, Downers Grove, Wheaton, and others.
“This award is proof that when you combine industry-leading expertise with local care, you can achieve incredible things,” says Sam Simon, Co-Owner of ServiceMaster Restoration By Simons. “We will keep raising the bar in disaster restoration for every customer we serve.”
Our Growth Story
Our three-year growth of 169% wasn’t fueled by luck — it came from a focused commitment to:
- Rapid emergency response (within 90 minutes in most cases)
- Investing in training and advanced restoration technology
- Building relationships with insurance agents, property managers, and local businesses
- Educating customers on disaster prevention and recovery
That same commitment is detailed in our book, RESTORE: A Complete Guide to Protecting Your Home As Your Most Valuable Asset — an Amazon-available guide co-authored by our leadership team.
Why This Matters to Our Customers
Earning a place on the Inc. 5000 isn’t just a feather in our cap — it’s reassurance for our customers that:
- We have the resources and systems to handle any scale of disaster
- We meet the highest industry certifications and standards
- We are financially strong and committed to the long term
FAQ
Q1: What is the Inc. 5000 and why does it matter?
The Inc. 5000 recognizes America’s fastest-growing private companies. Inclusion signals strong operations, customer trust, and the resources to deliver consistent quality at scale.
Q2: What was ServiceMaster Restoration By Simons’ 2025 ranking?
We ranked #2,507 with 169% three-year growth.
Q3: Where do you provide restoration services?
Across Chicago, the North Shore, Lake County, and DuPage County—including Evanston, Wilmette, Winnetka, Glencoe, Highland Park, Lake Forest, Lake Bluff, Northbrook, Glenview, Deerfield, Oak Park, and River Forest.
Q4: Are your technicians certified?
Yes. Our leadership holds IICRC Master Fire & Water Restorer credentials, and we’re an IICRC Certified Firm and RIA member.
Q5: How do I get emergency help now?
Call 24/7:
Chicago (773) 376-1110,
North Shore & Lake County (847) 316-9145,
Oak Park & DuPage (708) 524-0304.
Need Us? We’re Here 24/7
Whether you’re dealing with a flooded basement, fire and/or smoke damage, or mold in your home or business, our team is ready to respond — backed by the trust of an Inc. 5000 honoree.
📞 Chicago: (773) 376-1110
📞 North Shore & Lake County: (847) 316-9145
📞 Oak Park & DuPage County: (708) 524-0304
About ServiceMaster Restoration By Simons
ServiceMaster Restoration By Simons is a woman-owned, family-operated disaster restoration company serving Chicago, the North Shore, Lake County, and DuPage County. With IICRC Master certifications and over 40 years of local expertise, we specialize in water damage restoration, fire and smoke cleanup, mold remediation, and specialty cleaning. Learn more at https://servicemaster-restorationbysimons.com.
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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