ServiceMaster Simons vs Other Restorers: Who Really Delivers?
Sam Simon
April 14, 2025Why ServiceMaster Restoration By Simons Stands Above the Rest in Lake, Cook & DuPage Counties
When disaster strikes your home or business, choosing the right restoration company can make all the difference. While dozens of restoration providers claim to offer fast, reliable service, not all deliver the same level of expertise, care, or accountability. That’s where ServiceMaster Restoration By Simons sets itself apart.
Backed by the national power of ServiceMaster Restore® and fueled by local, award-winning leadership, ServiceMaster Restoration By Simons offers unmatched restoration services to homeowners and businesses across Lake, Cook, and DuPage Counties.
🏆 What Makes ServiceMaster Restore Better Than the Rest?
The ServiceMaster Restore brand has been trusted nationwide for over 70 years. Here's why it consistently outranks others:
- Legacy & Expertise:ServiceMaster Restore has been a leader in disaster restoration since 1952. With over 850 franchise locations across the U.S., it brings scale and consistency to an industry that demands both experience and precision.Source: ServiceMaster Restore® Corporate
- Certified Technicians:Technicians are trained under IICRC (Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification) standards — the industry’s gold standard for water, fire, and mold restoration.Source: IICRC.org
- Advanced Technology:From moisture meters and thermal imaging cameras to powerful HEPA-filter air scrubbers and industrial-grade drying systems, ServiceMaster Restore leverages top-tier equipment to restore properties efficiently.
- Insurance Integration:ServiceMaster franchises are often preferred vendors with major insurance carriers, streamlining the claims process and reducing delays for property owners.Source: Forbes - "What Homeowners Should Know About Insurance and Restoration Vendors"
🌟 Why Choose ServiceMaster Restoration By Simons?
Among all ServiceMaster franchises, ServiceMaster Restoration By Simons distinguishes itself as a top-tier franchise in the Midwest, serving Lake, Cook, and DuPage Counties with excellence and integrity.
✅ Locally Owned, Nationally Backed
As a woman-owned, minority-owned business with over 20 years of industry experience, ServiceMaster Restoration By Simons blends national strength with local commitment. You get the personal attention of a family-run operation with the resources of a nationwide brand.
✅ Full-Spectrum Restoration Services
We provide comprehensive services, including:
- Emergency water damage cleanup and structural drying
- Fire and smoke damage restoration
- Mold remediation and microbial cleaning
- Post-disaster reconstruction services
- Hoarding cleanup and trauma scene cleanup
- Specialty cleaning for healthcare, schools, and commercial properties
✅ Award-Winning & Certified
- IICRC Certified Firm
- Master Water & Fire Restorer
- BBB Torch Award for Marketplace Ethics
- Certified by ServiceMaster QRV (Quality Restoration Vendor) Program
✅ Unmatched Local Coverage
We proudly serve:
- Lake County: Lake Forest, Highland Park, Deerfield, Waukegan, Vernon Hills, Libertyville
- Cook County: Chicago (North Side, West Side, Loop), Evanston, Skokie, Oak Park
- DuPage County: Hinsdale, Elmhurst, Naperville, Downers Grove, Lombard
✅ Transparent, Reliable, and Responsive
Unlike many competitors, we do not use deceptive pricing models. We are transparent about fees and do not offer “free estimates” because we believe in providing real value with professional assessments. Our 24/7 live phone response ensures you're never left waiting during a crisis.
📣 Don’t Settle for Less — Choose the Restoration Team You Can Trust in Lake County
When your home or business is on the line, you need more than just a cleanup crew — you need a trusted restoration partner with proven experience, deep resources, and a commitment to service in Lake County.
ServiceMaster Restoration By Simons isn’t just a franchise — it’s a powerhouse team of certified professionals who treat your property like their own. We’re here when you need us most.
📞 Call Us Today
Whether you’re dealing with a flood, fire, or mold emergency, we’re ready 24/7.Visit or call:
- Chicago & Cook County: (773) 376-1110
- Lake County: (847) 316-9145
- DuPage County: (708) 524-0304
📚 Sources:
- ServiceMaster Restore® Corporate Site
- IICRC Certification Standards
- Forbes – Home Insurance Claims Guide
- BBB Torch Awards
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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