Flood Elevation Certificate After Storm Damage

Residential street with standing water near brick homes after heavy rain, highlighting the need for a flood elevation certificate

Chicago has always seen heavy rain. However, the recent storms overwhelmed many neighborhoods. Streets filled fast. Basements flooded. Sump pumps ran all night. In some areas, water stayed for hours before draining. At first, most homeowners focused on cleanup. They tore out wet drywall, replaced flooring, and called their insurance companies. Yet once the water […]