Spring Flood Risk: How to Prevent Water Damage in Buffalo Grove
Sam Simon
June 19, 2025Spring floods are a growing threat in Buffalo Grove, where aging infrastructure and heavy rains can quickly lead to basement water damage. Whether you're a homeowner or business owner, this guide covers the top causes of spring flooding, how to protect your property, and what to do if water damage strikes. ServiceMaster Restoration By Simons offers 24/7 expert cleanup across Lake County and the North Shore.
Spring Rain & Flood Risk: How to Protect Your Property in Buffalo Grove
As spring settles into Buffalo Grove, homeowners and property managers should brace for a familiar but serious threat: flooding. With the ground still saturated from winter thaw and rainfall levels rising, the risk of water damage increases significantly during the months of March through May. In fact, spring is one of the most common times for basement floods, seepage, and foundation water intrusion across Lake and Cook Counties.
Whether you’re a homeowner, landlord, or business owner, knowing how to prevent water damage can save you thousands in repairs and protect the structural integrity of your property. ServiceMaster Restoration By Simons is ready to provide professional water damage restoration services.
Why Spring Rain Leads to Water Damage in Buffalo Grove
Buffalo Grove is part of a region known for older homes with vulnerable foundations, heavy clay soil, and aging municipal drainage systems. Combined with spring storms, this creates a recipe for flood-prone basements and crawlspaces.
Common causes of springtime water damage in Buffalo Grove include:
- Heavy rain overwhelms sump pumps
- Clogged gutters or downspouts redirecting water toward the foundation
- Cracked basement walls allow groundwater seepage
- Blocked storm drains on streets and near driveways
- Backflow from overloaded municipal sewer systems
According to FEMA, just one inch of water in your home can result in more than $25,000 in damage. Source
How to Protect Your Property from Spring Flooding
Proactive maintenance is key to minimizing the risk of water damage in Buffalo Grove. Here’s how to stay ahead of the next spring storm:
- Test your sump pump monthly and consider installing a battery backup
- Extend downspouts at least 6 feet away from the home
- Clear gutters of leaves and winter debris before spring rain begins
- Seal foundation cracks with waterproof caulking or epoxy
- Grade the soil around your home to slope away from the foundation
- Install water sensors near sump pumps and in basement corners
- Know your flood zone and consider purchasing supplemental flood insurance
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What to Do If You Discover Water Damage
If you experience basement flooding, standing water, or even damp drywall, it’s important to act fast to prevent mold growth and structural damage.
Here’s what to do:
- Shut off power to affected areas if it’s safe
- Call a certified water damage professional immediately
- Avoid DIY cleanup in areas with possible contamination
- Document damage with photos for insurance purposes
- Request a detailed moisture inspection
For immediate help, contact ServiceMaster Restoration By Simons. We’re IICRC-certified and available 24/7 for Buffalo Grove and the surrounding areas.
🔍 Why Choose ServiceMaster Restoration By Simons in Buffalo Grove?
At ServiceMaster Restoration By Simons, we’re proud to serve the Buffalo Grove community with expert-level water damage restoration services. We understand the urgency of flooding and deliver a full-service approach that includes:
- 24/7 emergency water extraction
- Thermal imaging moisture detection
- Structural drying and dehumidification
- Mold prevention treatments
- Direct insurance billing
- Full reconstruction and repairs
We specialize in high-end residential homes and commercial properties across Lake County and northern Cook County—and we treat every job with the same urgency and care as if it were our own property.
Don’t Wait for the Water to Rise
Spring storms are coming, and water damage in Buffalo Grove can happen in an instant. Be prepared, stay informed, and call the professionals who know your neighborhood best.
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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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