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PuroClean of Lake Forest

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PuroClean of Lake Forest

5.00(
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Approved Pro
1 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

PuroClean of Lake Forest is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"We had ceiling tiles in the basement that had evidence of mouse droppings and such. We really wanted to make sure that the air we were breathing down there ,it being a basement, was clean. Mark and his crew came in and cleaned everything up. They were profesional, honest, tidy and super clean. I’d recommend Puro clean and Mark to all of my clients. Thanks"

Anita S on May 2025

PuroClean of Lake Forest is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"We had ceiling tiles in the basement that had evidence of mouse droppings and such. We really wanted to make sure that the air we were breathing down there ,it being a basement, was clean. Mark and his crew came in and cleaned everything up. They were profesional, honest, tidy and super clean. I’d recommend Puro clean and Mark to all of my clients. Thanks"

Anita S on May 2025


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Restoration 1 of Chicago Lincoln Park

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Restoration 1 of Chicago Lincoln Park

5.00(
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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.

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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

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Rhodium Contractors

4.17(
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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


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Abate Restoration

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Abate Restoration

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
15 years of experience

With over 15 years of experience, Abate Restoration is your trusted choice for all of your mold, water restoration and foundation waterproofing. We have the knowledge and the integrity that you would expect from your trusted professional. We take pride in our work and can assure your satisfaction with your project. Give us a call today!

"I had one of my two sup pumps stop working, I called Abate and they were here ion less then two hours. They had to replace the pump and I was up and running that night."

Bob B on December 2022

With over 15 years of experience, Abate Restoration is your trusted choice for all of your mold, water restoration and foundation waterproofing. We have the knowledge and the integrity that you would expect from your trusted professional. We take pride in our work and can assure your satisfaction with your project. Give us a call today!

"I had one of my two sup pumps stop working, I called Abate and they were here ion less then two hours. They had to replace the pump and I was up and running that night."

Bob B on December 2022


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XPA Public Adjusters

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XPA Public Adjusters

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
19 years of experience

When disaster hits your home, you have your hands full. Our team of experts is available to help you put the pieces back together, prepare your residential insurance claim, and streamline the process for a fuller, faster settlement. We specialize in interior and exterior restoration, remodeling and recovery for residential and commercial properties and will treat you like family. Call us today for a free estimate!

"This is the second home I've had them do work on. Great quality work. I would absolutely recommend!"

John B on June 2018

When disaster hits your home, you have your hands full. Our team of experts is available to help you put the pieces back together, prepare your residential insurance claim, and streamline the process for a fuller, faster settlement. We specialize in interior and exterior restoration, remodeling and recovery for residential and commercial properties and will treat you like family. Call us today for a free estimate!

"This is the second home I've had them do work on. Great quality work. I would absolutely recommend!"

John B on June 2018


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OCP Construction, Inc

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OCP Construction, Inc

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Customers say: Terrific value
35 local quotes requested
13 years of experience

At OCP Construction, Inc, we take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the needs of the consumer. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality; regardless of how large or small the job.

"James crew did an excellent job completing our renovation and getting it completed on time. "

Cinda P on October 2025

At OCP Construction, Inc, we take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the needs of the consumer. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality; regardless of how large or small the job.

"James crew did an excellent job completing our renovation and getting it completed on time. "

Cinda P on October 2025


My Property Masters

4.28(
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My Property Masters

4.28(
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Customers say: True professional
347 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(
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Kobez Co.

4.15(
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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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Bernhardt Restoration

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Bernhardt Restoration

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

Bernhardt Restoration is an environmental solutions company. We offer common sense solutions to remove mold; completely restoring residential and commercial buildings to conditions healthier and cleaner than before the problem occurred. We are a mold remediation company who specializes in mold removal. We are the best company to call in the Chicago land area for mold cleaning, commercial mold removal and residential mold removal. Since 1994, Bernhardt Restoration has specialized in indoor air quality, total restoration and remediation from, fire damage, water damage, mold and bacteria contamination. Bernhardt Restoration's personnel are certified through the Association of Specialists in Cleaning and Restoration International, Institution of Inspection Cleaning and Restoration, Vortex Drying Systems as Certified Indoor Environmentalists and Certified in Mold Remediation just to name a few. Our products are like no other in that they continue to prevent and eliminate microbial growth long after we finish the job.

"I recently had Bernhardt Restoration handle mold remediation in my home, and I couldn’t be more impressed. From start to finish, the experience was outstanding. The remediation specialists who came out were true professionals—they arrived on time, worked efficiently, and demonstrated a level of craftsmanship that is rare to find these days. Their workmanship was meticulous, and it gave me complete peace of mind knowing the job was done right. Beyond just solving the problem, they showed respect for my home and my time, which made the entire process seamless. I will absolutely use Bernhardt Restoration again in the future and have no hesitation recommending them to anyone in need of mold remediation or bathroom restoration work. They are reliable, professional, and deliver results of the highest quality."

Steve A on August 2025

Bernhardt Restoration is an environmental solutions company. We offer common sense solutions to remove mold; completely restoring residential and commercial buildings to conditions healthier and cleaner than before the problem occurred. We are a mold remediation company who specializes in mold removal. We are the best company to call in the Chicago land area for mold cleaning, commercial mold removal and residential mold removal. Since 1994, Bernhardt Restoration has specialized in indoor air quality, total restoration and remediation from, fire damage, water damage, mold and bacteria contamination. Bernhardt Restoration's personnel are certified through the Association of Specialists in Cleaning and Restoration International, Institution of Inspection Cleaning and Restoration, Vortex Drying Systems as Certified Indoor Environmentalists and Certified in Mold Remediation just to name a few. Our products are like no other in that they continue to prevent and eliminate microbial growth long after we finish the job.

"I recently had Bernhardt Restoration handle mold remediation in my home, and I couldn’t be more impressed. From start to finish, the experience was outstanding. The remediation specialists who came out were true professionals—they arrived on time, worked efficiently, and demonstrated a level of craftsmanship that is rare to find these days. Their workmanship was meticulous, and it gave me complete peace of mind knowing the job was done right. Beyond just solving the problem, they showed respect for my home and my time, which made the entire process seamless. I will absolutely use Bernhardt Restoration again in the future and have no hesitation recommending them to anyone in need of mold remediation or bathroom restoration work. They are reliable, professional, and deliver results of the highest quality."

Steve A on August 2025

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Water and Smoke Damage Repair questions, answered by experts

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.

Repairing a fire-damaged home could cost anywhere from $2,000 to $200,000 or more—it all depends on the extent of the damage and the quality of the materials you use. In most cases, your homeowner’s insurance company will cover the majority of the repairs. If you’re buying a home with fire damage, though, it’s best to get an estimate from a fire damage restoration company to estimate the repairs before closing.

If untreated, smoke damage is definitely toxic. Carbon and tar are two types of toxic chemicals in smoke that can damage your lungs and other parts of your body if you breathe them in for long periods of time. If you still smell smoke after the fire, it’s important that you call your restoration team for support.

In many cases, professionals can completely remove certain types of smoke damage from walls and ceilings, but it’s only possible if the damage is minor. For more extensive damage from major fires, you’ll likely need to replace the damaged materials entirely. Some items, like upholstered furniture, are much trickier to clean and might need to be replaced even if the smoke damage is minimal.

To get rid of the smoke smell in a microwave, scrape off any burnt food residue and throw it away. Next, warm a cup of water in a microwave-safe container for three minutes. Then, dip a microfiber cloth into a mixture of water and a couple of drops of dish soap and wipe down the inside of the microwave. Dry the inside of the microwave with a fresh cloth and let everything air out for three hours.

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