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Water Damage Cleanup in Skokie, IL: What Homeowners Need to Know

Sam Simon

June 30, 2025

Dealing with water damage in your Skokie home? Learn what causes it, how to act fast, and why ServiceMaster Restoration By Simons is Skokie’s most trusted cleanup team.

Water Damage in Skokie Happens Fast—Are You Ready?

Whether it's a backed-up sump pump after a storm or a hidden pipe leak, water damage in Skokie homes isn’t rare—it’s expected. With aging infrastructure, unpredictable Midwest weather, and tight lot lines, many Skokie homes are especially vulnerable.

So when water damage hits, timing is everything. Here's what homeowners in Skokie, IL need to know to respond quickly, protect their property, and restore peace of mind.

Common Causes of Water Damage in Skokie Homes

Homes in Skokie, especially those in neighborhoods like Devonshire, Fairview, Southeast Skokie, and Downtown Skokie, often experience water damage from:

Heavy rains and flash flooding from summer storms
Overflowing sump pumps
Sewer backups (especially in older homes)
Frozen or burst pipes in winter
Leaking appliances (dishwashers, water heaters, washing machines)
Cracked foundations or window wells

Pro tip: Even slow leaks can cause serious hidden damage—especially behind walls or under flooring. Mold growth can start within 24–48 hours.

What To Do If You Discover Water Damage in Your Home

Step 1: Stop the source if it’s safe
Turn off the water supply if possible (for burst pipes), or stop using affected appliances.

Step 2: Protect people and belongings
Stay away from wet areas if there's a risk of electrical shock. Move furniture or valuables off wet floors.

Step 3: Call a certified water damage restoration team
Delays can cost you thousands in repairs and put your health at risk. Call a local IICRC-certified company like ServiceMaster Restoration By Simons – North Shore for immediate help.

Why Skokie Homeowners Trust ServiceMaster Restoration By Simons

We’re more than just a water cleanup crew—we’re your neighbors, and we've been helping homeowners in Skokie for over 40 years. As the North Shore division of ServiceMaster Restoration By Simons, we bring:

Local expertise: We know the drainage issues, soil conditions, and property types in Skokie
Fast response: Available 24/7—because water waits for no one
IICRC-Certified technicians: Trained to remove water, dry your home, and prevent mold
Trusted legacy: Part of ServiceMaster, the nation’s oldest disaster restoration brand (founded in Chicago in 1929)
Complete solutions: Water extraction, drying, mold remediation, reconstruction & insurance coordination

What Our Skokie Water Damage Cleanup Services Include

Emergency water removal and pump-out
Structural drying and dehumidification
Moisture detection and monitoring
Antimicrobial treatment and mold prevention
Content cleaning and storage (if needed)
Full repair and reconstruction services

Serving All of Skokie and the North Shore

Our North Shore office is based right here in Skokie at 8124 Ridgeway Avenue, making it easy to reach any part of the community within minutes. We proudly serve:

Downtown Skokie
Skokie Highlands
East Prairie
Oakton Park
Evanston and Wilmette (and surrounding suburbs)

Call Now—We’re Ready 24/7

Water damage cleanup is urgent. Even waiting a few hours can make the difference between drying your home and having to gut it.

Call ServiceMaster Restoration By Simons – North Shore at (847) 316-9145
Or learn more about our process and services here:
Residential Water Damage Services

Related Services We Provide:

Mold Remediation
Sewage Cleanup
Flooded Basement Cleanup
Emergency Storm Damage Response

About ServiceMaster Restoration By Simons – North Shore

With over 40 years of service in the Chicagoland area, ServiceMaster Restoration By Simons – North Shore provides professional water damage restoration, fire damage cleanup, mold remediation, and specialty cleaning services to homeowners and businesses throughout Skokie, Evanston, Wilmette, Winnetka, Glencoe, Highland Park, and the surrounding North Shore suburbs. Led by IICRC Master Restorer Sam Simon, we’re proud to deliver fast, compassionate, expert service when you need it most.

📘 Restore Your Home—and Your Peace of Mind

Learn more in our book:

RESTORE: A Complete Guide to Protecting Your Home As Your Most Valuable Asset

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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