It is the middle of the night and water is pouring through the kitchen ceiling from an upstairs supply line. You need it stopped, out of the house, and off the floors before it reaches the hardwood in the next room. That is exactly what an emergency call is for.
One free call connects you with an independent local specialist. Areas served include zip codes 60201 60202 60208 60204.

We are a referral service, not a contractor. The line routes emergency calls to independent local pros around Evanston who answer at night and roll with pumps and extractors already on the truck.
You will not be leaving a voicemail. The line is staffed through the night and on holidays.
Since the pros are local, many reach you within the hour. You will get a real arrival window on the phone.
Expect trash pumps for deep water, portable extractors for carpet, and drying gear on the first trip.
You get a clear price or written estimate before work begins, including any after-hours rate, so there are no surprises when the sun comes up.

The first visit focuses on safety and speed. Pros remove the water, protect what is still dry, and set the stage for drying the next morning.

First comes safety: water shut off, breakers checked, and outlets near the water tested so nobody gets hurt.
Deep water goes out through submersible pumps that move large volumes fast and send it away from the house.
Bulging ceilings are drained on purpose, in a controlled spot, so the weight is relieved before the drywall gives out.
Portable extractors and wet vacs pull water from carpet, tile, and hardwood. Area rugs are rolled and moved so they do not bleed dye onto the floor.
Air movers and a dehumidifier get placed before the pro leaves, so the drying clock starts right away.
Tell dispatch if water is still running. You will get quick guidance on the shutoff valve while a pro is located.
A nearby contractor calls back with an arrival time and heads out with pumps and extractors loaded.
On arrival, the pro checks for hazards, gauges how far the water spread, and gives you a price before starting removal.
Water is pumped and extracted, drying equipment goes in, and a follow-up visit is scheduled for moisture checks and any repairs.
Shut the main valve if you can, then call.
At 1:30 a.m. water was dripping from the kitchen light. Within an hour someone was here, safely drained the ceiling, and cleaned it all up.
Elena V.Upstairs supply line burstThe contractor talked me through the shutoff before he even arrived. That saved our living room floor.
Chris N.Kitchen sink line failureSix inches of water in the garage after the water heater blew. They pumped it out in about forty minutes and checked the outlets before turning power back on.
Hector R.Water heater rupture, garageChristmas Eve, of all nights. Someone actually answered, came out, and gave me a fair price before starting.
Linda S.Holiday emergency, laundry room

Arrival is often within the hour. The contractor will give you a specific window on the phone.
Pricing is set by the independent contractor. Some charge an after-hours fee, and they will tell you before work begins.
If you can reach the breaker panel without stepping in water, switch off circuits to the wet rooms. If the panel is in standing water, stay out and wait for the pro or call the utility.
For a small puddle, sure. For larger areas, a shop vac leaves water in the pad and walls that leads to mold.
Stay clear and keep pets out. A pro will drain it safely, since a full ceiling can fall without warning.
No. We route your call to an independent local pro. Verify their license and insurance before work begins.

Independent emergency responders in the network work around Evanston, including zip codes 60201 60202 60208 60204.
Nearby cities are listed below. If no pro covers your address tonight, you will be told right away so you can call someone else.
