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Avatar for AdvantaClean of Northwest Chicagoland

AdvantaClean of Northwest Chicagoland

4.97(
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AdvantaClean of Northwest Chicagoland

4.97(
111
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers
79 local quotes requested

AdvantaClean of Northwest Chicagoland is locally owned and operated by JT and Marie Maier. Because your satisfaction is our top priority, we promise to provide you with the best service experience possible. We have a team of caring, industry-trained and certified professionals ready to address your needs. Whether responding to emergency water damage or mold or moisture intrusion, we ensure that the air you breathe is clean and healthy. We look forward to meeting you!

"Patryk and Mathew were excellent and very professional! Excellent work ethic, communication and very thorough job! Looks 100% better and feels clean…. Never saw a clean attic until today! Excellent job! Highly recommend this company and these technicians!"

Darryl R on October 2025

AdvantaClean of Northwest Chicagoland is locally owned and operated by JT and Marie Maier. Because your satisfaction is our top priority, we promise to provide you with the best service experience possible. We have a team of caring, industry-trained and certified professionals ready to address your needs. Whether responding to emergency water damage or mold or moisture intrusion, we ensure that the air you breathe is clean and healthy. We look forward to meeting you!

"Patryk and Mathew were excellent and very professional! Excellent work ethic, communication and very thorough job! Looks 100% better and feels clean…. Never saw a clean attic until today! Excellent job! Highly recommend this company and these technicians!"

Darryl R on October 2025


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Restoration 1 of Chicago Lincoln Park

5.00(
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Restoration 1 of Chicago Lincoln Park

5.00(
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
15 local quotes requested

We are a locally owned and operated IICRC certified Water, Mold & Fire Mitigation & Rebuild company. We specialize in the extraction, mitigation and restoration of any of your water, fire or mold emergency needs. We are also licensed and insured General Contractors who can handle your water, mold or fire emergency from A to Z. We value honesty and integrity and treat your home as if it were our own. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and we guarantee your satisfaction! With 24/7 emergency service please call us today at 312-802-6218.

"Paul is a great person to work with! He walked me through the whole process and was a tremendous help dealing with insurance. Everything was done quickly and the crew put a lot of effort to make all of the repair nice and clean."

Eugene K on May 2023

We are a locally owned and operated IICRC certified Water, Mold & Fire Mitigation & Rebuild company. We specialize in the extraction, mitigation and restoration of any of your water, fire or mold emergency needs. We are also licensed and insured General Contractors who can handle your water, mold or fire emergency from A to Z. We value honesty and integrity and treat your home as if it were our own. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and we guarantee your satisfaction! With 24/7 emergency service please call us today at 312-802-6218.

"Paul is a great person to work with! He walked me through the whole process and was a tremendous help dealing with insurance. Everything was done quickly and the crew put a lot of effort to make all of the repair nice and clean."

Eugene K on May 2023


JSMM, Inc.

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JSMM, Inc.

New on AngiNew on Angi
Approved Pro
10 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We are extremely passionate about the work that we do. You can depend on us to provide a high quality service at a fair and honest price. We understand that the future of our business depends upon our reputation and that is why customer service is by far our highest priority. If you are looking for a professional you can trust, please call today to schedule a no-obligation estimate!

We are extremely passionate about the work that we do. You can depend on us to provide a high quality service at a fair and honest price. We understand that the future of our business depends upon our reputation and that is why customer service is by far our highest priority. If you are looking for a professional you can trust, please call today to schedule a no-obligation estimate!


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Rhodium Contractors

4.17(
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Rhodium Contractors

4.17(
6
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Customers say: Quality work
11 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

At Rhodium Contractors we specialize in indoor & outdoor home renovation, as well as general handymen work. We are strongly committed to providing high-quality work and customer service. We offer free estimates and will work with you side by side on every aspect along the way. We uphold a high standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and responsibility in all of our jobs. There is no job too big, or too small for our team. Call in today and let us put our experience to work for you!

"did a good job"

Alicia J on May 2024

At Rhodium Contractors we specialize in indoor & outdoor home renovation, as well as general handymen work. We are strongly committed to providing high-quality work and customer service. We offer free estimates and will work with you side by side on every aspect along the way. We uphold a high standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and responsibility in all of our jobs. There is no job too big, or too small for our team. Call in today and let us put our experience to work for you!

"did a good job"

Alicia J on May 2024


My Property Masters

4.28(
149
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My Property Masters

4.28(
149
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Customers say: True professional
342 local quotes requested
17 years of experience

My Property Masters Inc, is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and responsibility in all of our jobs. We are a locally owned and operated business with more than 10 years of experience serving Northlake and surrounding areas. There is no job too big, or too small for our team. Call today and let us put our experience to work for you!

"Great Guys and respectful Finished the project on time Will use them again "

Justice B on November 2025

My Property Masters Inc, is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and responsibility in all of our jobs. We are a locally owned and operated business with more than 10 years of experience serving Northlake and surrounding areas. There is no job too big, or too small for our team. Call today and let us put our experience to work for you!

"Great Guys and respectful Finished the project on time Will use them again "

Justice B on November 2025


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Kobez Co.

4.15(
10
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Kobez Co.

4.15(
10
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Customers say: Quick response
15 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We offer over 30 years of industry experience and will provide you with an unmatched level of experience and commitment to your home improvement project. We have earned a solid reputation for a variety of residential home improvement and repair projects to include painting, cabinetry, doors, and windows. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction! Give us a call today, and let's get started.

"My concern is that they overcharged for work (drawings/) and it took a LONG time to finish a project that should have been completed in 3 weeks. They did not present an initial contract to review time frame for completion of job and an estimate of the costs. Insurance agency stated that contractor often gave them billing costs AFTER the work was complete rather than BEFORE. When insurance company contacted contractor to come in the office to discuss concerns, contractor refused and wanted to be paid for the time he would be in the office. We needed to hire a new contractor who could finish the job in a timely manner!"

Colleen J on August 2019

We offer over 30 years of industry experience and will provide you with an unmatched level of experience and commitment to your home improvement project. We have earned a solid reputation for a variety of residential home improvement and repair projects to include painting, cabinetry, doors, and windows. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction! Give us a call today, and let's get started.

"My concern is that they overcharged for work (drawings/) and it took a LONG time to finish a project that should have been completed in 3 weeks. They did not present an initial contract to review time frame for completion of job and an estimate of the costs. Insurance agency stated that contractor often gave them billing costs AFTER the work was complete rather than BEFORE. When insurance company contacted contractor to come in the office to discuss concerns, contractor refused and wanted to be paid for the time he would be in the office. We needed to hire a new contractor who could finish the job in a timely manner!"

Colleen J on August 2019


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Paramount Roofing

4.51(
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Paramount Roofing

4.51(
113
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Customers say: True professional
203 local quotes requested
16 years of experience

Paramount Roofing INC, is dedicated to delivering outstanding quality at competitive prices. Our goal is to create long-term value by building trusting relationships with our customers. At Paramount our relationship does not end when your project is completed, it begins.

"Paramount was an absolute pleasure to work with. They're responsive, communicative, and did great work. They kept me apprised of timing, brought out a great team to do a complete roof replacement, and cleaned up behind themselves, all while texting periodic updates. Highly recommend."

Tanya D on June 2024

Paramount Roofing INC, is dedicated to delivering outstanding quality at competitive prices. Our goal is to create long-term value by building trusting relationships with our customers. At Paramount our relationship does not end when your project is completed, it begins.

"Paramount was an absolute pleasure to work with. They're responsive, communicative, and did great work. They kept me apprised of timing, brought out a great team to do a complete roof replacement, and cleaned up behind themselves, all while texting periodic updates. Highly recommend."

Tanya D on June 2024


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Hydroforce Cleaning Systems, Inc.

4.63(
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Hydroforce Cleaning Systems, Inc.

4.63(
44
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers
33 local quotes requested

With years of experience in the water restoration & recovery industry, we are the experts you need to take care of your home or business. We handle everything from water restorations to recovery services. We will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give Hydroforce Cleaning Systems, Inc., a call today; we look forward to working with you!

"Excellent work from start to finish."

Robert H on August 2020

With years of experience in the water restoration & recovery industry, we are the experts you need to take care of your home or business. We handle everything from water restorations to recovery services. We will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give Hydroforce Cleaning Systems, Inc., a call today; we look forward to working with you!

"Excellent work from start to finish."

Robert H on August 2020


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EZ Dry Restoration

5.00(
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EZ Dry Restoration

5.00(
2
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
12 years of experience

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"Roman was prompt, clear and worked with me on all my questions. Made options very clear."

Chris E on July 2024

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"Roman was prompt, clear and worked with me on all my questions. Made options very clear."

Chris E on July 2024


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GCPRO

4.69(
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GCPRO

4.69(
13
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
105 local quotes requested

GCPRO Restoration specializes in all areas of residential/commercial restoration and construction. Our company's goal is to minimize the inconvenience of your loss and make the recovery and rebuilding process as painless as possible. We provide fast, 24/7 emergency service throughout the entire Chicagoland area. We are a locally owned and operated company and are fully licensed and insured. Direct insurance billing is available, and we will help guide you through each step of the restoration process.

"Michael showed up right on time at 8AM, removed damaged drywall, inspected for moisture or signs thereof, reinstalled drywall, and did a marvelous job on painting, and blending with the rest of the room so there was NO contrast between where he worked and other areas. Quote and timeliness of work were EXCEPTIONAL. Office staff was friendly and helpful. I definitely would recommend anyone to use GCPRO."

Glen S on June 2025

GCPRO Restoration specializes in all areas of residential/commercial restoration and construction. Our company's goal is to minimize the inconvenience of your loss and make the recovery and rebuilding process as painless as possible. We provide fast, 24/7 emergency service throughout the entire Chicagoland area. We are a locally owned and operated company and are fully licensed and insured. Direct insurance billing is available, and we will help guide you through each step of the restoration process.

"Michael showed up right on time at 8AM, removed damaged drywall, inspected for moisture or signs thereof, reinstalled drywall, and did a marvelous job on painting, and blending with the rest of the room so there was NO contrast between where he worked and other areas. Quote and timeliness of work were EXCEPTIONAL. Office staff was friendly and helpful. I definitely would recommend anyone to use GCPRO."

Glen S on June 2025

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Water and Smoke Damage Repair questions, answered by experts

You’ll know you have smoke damage if you notice a lingering smoky odor, see soot or residue, or spot any discoloration of surfaces in your home. If you have any kind of house fire, always assume you have smoke damage and hire a professional who deals with smoke damage to assess the extent of the damage and restore your home to its pre-fire condition.

The first step in fire damage restoration is having a pro come in right away to help control moisture (if authorities used water to extinguish a fire at your home). Skipping moisture removal puts your home at risk for invasive mold and rot that can cause added property damage and health issues. Once you have the bulk of the water out, you’ll need to run blower fans for 24 to 72 hours to remove moisture.

Costs depend on stone type, surface condition, labor, and whether sealing or deep cleaning is required.

Depending on who’s doing the estimating, about 22,000 to 25,000 chimney fires happen each year in the United States. Given the fact that millions of Americans have fireplaces (and chimneys), that means chimney fires aren’t exactly common—but they’re not rare, either. Since they’re so dangerous, it’s important to take precautions to prevent them.

Yes, a seller is legally required to disclose any known fire damage when selling a house, including damages that were repaired. That includes damages to structural components and all major systems, as well as water damage, chemical damage, and smoke damage related to the fire. Sellers use a property disclosure statement, which is regulated by each state individually, to disclose fire damage.

The Evanston, IL homeowners’ guide to water and smoke damage repairs

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