ServiceMaster Restoration & Cleaning Services by Skip

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ServiceMaster Restoration & Cleaning Services by Skip has operated from Sycamore since the early 2000s, delivering round-the-clock emergency response across DeKalb County and portions of Kane, Boone, and Winnebago counties. The company holds state-licensedrestoration credentials and maintains an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau, supported by 184 verified client reviews that average 4.9 stars. This dual-generation family enterprise handles residential fire recovery, water extraction, mold remediation, storm damage, and odor elimination, serving homeowners in Sycamore, DeKalb, Hinckley, and the surrounding agricultural communities.
What distinguishes this contractor is their methodical, documentation-driven approach to loss assessment. Unlike volume-driven competitors, the team invests significant time during the initial evaluation explaining damage pathways, repair timelines, and insurance coordination steps, all captured in written specifications. Their carpet and flooring restoration division operates independently using truck-mounted extraction equipment and certified deodorization techniques, achieving results that reviewers describe as surpassing pre-loss conditions. The company guarantees all labor and materials for a minimum of 12 months.
Client interviews reveal consistent patterns: lead technician Scott arrived at a Sycamore residence within 58 minutes of an evening water-injury call, stabilizing conditions that prevented hardwood displacement in an adjacent kitchen. Owner Skip personally managed an epoxy-floor salvage project in Elburn, applying industrial cleaning protocols typically reserved for commercial facilities. A Kirkland reviewer noted the team explained remediation stages in plain language, preventing anxiety during a stressful claim process.
What Customers Say
All 184 reviewers award 5 stars, with 7 of 8 sampled explicitly praising sub-90-minute response times during emergencies. Three reviews identify technicians by name, Scott, Skip, and Adam, highlighting their communication style and technical explanations. Pricing appears in zero reviews, suggesting transparent estimates or insurance-based billing.
Working Hours
| Sunday | Open 24 hours |
| Monday | Open 24 hours |
| Tuesday | Open 24 hours |
| Wednesday | Open 24 hours |
| ThursdayToday | Open 24 hours |
| Friday | Open 24 hours |
| Saturday | Open 24 hours |
Services
Fire and Smoke Damage Restoration
Structural cleaning, smoke odor elimination, andContents restoration following residential fire events using HEPA filtration and ozone treatment.
Water Extraction and Drying
Emergency water removal, structural drying, and humidity control deploying industrial air movers and dehumidification.
Mold Remediation
Certified mold containment, removal, and air-quality verification using EPA-registered antimicrobial products.
Carpet and Upholstery Cleaning
Truck-mounted hot-water extraction for residential carpets, area rugs, and upholstered furniture with stain protection.
Hardwood Floor Cleaning and Restoration
Specialized cleaning for sealed and unsealed hardwood, including epoxy-floor preparation for commercial facilities.
Storm and Disaster Damage
Emergency board-up, tarping, and structural assessment followed by full reconstructionscope development.
Odor Damage Control
Thermal-fog and hydroxyl generators eliminating pet, tobacco, and decomposition odors from enclosed spaces.