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BBB Torchbearer of the Year Award
Restore’s Founder receives Torchbearer of the Year Award The Better Business Bureau of Chicago and Northern Illinois has selected Patrick L. Santoro to receive the Torchbearer of the Year Award for 2023. The award’s presentation will be at the BBB’s 96th Annual Dinner Meeting, to be held on Thursday, March 30, 2023, at 5 pm

Ice Dams
ICE DAMS – What they ARE and how to get rid of them One of the first signs of an ice dam forming is hanging icicles from property gutters. Ice dams are caused by variations in the temperature of your roof. When the snow melts up top, it slides down towards the bottom of your

Why You Should Hire A Professional for Fire Restoration
Why You Should Hire A Professional for Fire Restoration The fire that tore through your home has been extinguished, and you are in shock devastatingly staring at the pieces that once made you feel whole. What do you do now? Get peace of mind by hiring a fire restoration professional like Restore Construction, Inc.! We understand the stress and anxiety created

How to Prevent Kitchen Fires
How to Prevent Kitchen Fires Are you aware that more home fires occur in the kitchen compared to any other room in the house? Cooking is the number one cause of home fires. Take the below steps outlined by the American Red Cross to ensure you and your family remain safe while making those yummy

Cooking Fire Safety
Cooking Fire Safety With Easter around the corner, many of you will be cooking your favorite family recipes. I sure will be! As I cook, I always keep in mind the significance of remaining alert while doing so, especially since cooking fires are the leading cause of home fires and home injuries. According to the

Fire Extinguisher Safety
Fire Extinguisher Safety Although home fire escape plans and working smoke alarms are essential to fire safety, portable fire extinguishers are also effective in putting out and containing small fires. It is pivotal you not only select the appropriate fire extinguisher but also learn the best places to install one and how to properly use it.

Candle Fire Safety
Candle Fire Safety Did you know that nearly 10,000 residential fires are caused each year by the careless or inappropriate use of candles? This alarming statistic was reported by the National Candle Association (“NCA”). We understand that candles smell and look appealing and foster a calming and peaceful environment, but they must be used safely.

Indoor Fireplace Safety
Indoor Fireplace Safety Not too many things compare to curling up in front of a cozy fire within your home during the fall months. While the warmth, smell, crackle, and glow of a wood fire can create a pleasant and peaceful environment, they can also lead to a dangerous and destructive situation if the fireplace

Winter Home Maintenance Checklist
Winter Home Maintenance Checklist We know that it is easy to forget about winter home maintenance while completing your last-minute holiday shopping, wrapping presents, finalizing your decorations, preparing your Christmas menu, and baking cookies. It is, however, important to make time for regular maintenance. Although said maintenance may appear to be a daunting task, it

Christmas Tree Disposal
Christmas Tree Disposal Christmas has come and gone once again, and many of us have started to take down or have already taken down our holiday décor. We know taking everything down and storing it away is not as much fun as putting it up, but the takedown plays a significant role in preventing fire

10 Pet Fire Safety Tips
10 Pet Fire Safety Tips Did you know that pets and wild animals play a role in starting nearly 1,000 home fires every year? We all love our pets unconditionally, but it is important to remember that they are very curious, which could lead to a fire. We, therefore, recommend adhering to the safety tips

10 Carbon Monoxide Safety Steps
10 Carbon Monoxide Safety Steps Did you know that the “invisible killer,” carbon monoxide, unintentionally causes more than 400 American deaths every year? This invisible, odorless, and colorless gas is created when fuels do not completely burn, and it often goes undetected. Your heating and cooking equipment as well as vehicles and generators that are
Disaster Repair Services
Our team is fully equipped to make all repairs to your property following a fire or water loss. We take care of every detail from top to bottom, inside and out including damage estimates, loss reporting, architectural services, permit expediting, and lender notifications.