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Should I Use a Humidifier During the Winter in Chicago?
Does your home in the Chicago, IL area need a humidifier in the winter? Will owning and using one during the months of living and working in a colder climate be beneficial to you and your home? With the extremely cold weather in the Chicago, IL area during the...

Do I Need My Sump Pump in the Winter?
All four seasons demand a functional sump pump. Spring, summer, and autumn rains force the sump pump into action. The thaws of snow and ice in winter, too, require that a sump pump be in optimal working condition. In short, a homeowner needs a functional sump pump...

Top 10 Things to Do This Winter in Illinois
The Prairie State offers an abundance of diverse winter activities that will put a smile on any Midwesterner’s face. Winter in Illinois can be brutally cold. Nevertheless, residents and tourists alike are warmed up by the thought of participating in any of these top...

What Should I Do About Water Damage to my Ceiling?
Ceiling water damage should be swiftly repaired. Even a minor water leak can cause damage that is comparable to ruin from a major leak. Homeowners who promptly stop ceiling water damage will avoid spending thousands of dollars in repairs. Follow these steps to repair...

How Quickly Will Black Mold Appear After Water Damage in Chicagoland?
Stachybotrys chartarum is a type of mold. Black molds, like S. charatarum, can develop inside a home that has sustained water damage. In Chicagoland, black mold can flourish within hours, depending on its nutrient source (the material it feeds on) and the level of...