Don't Make These Mistakes With Your Marble Surfaces

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We know homeowners love their marble countertops, floors, vanities, columns or other marble surfaces. For this reason, there’s an ongoing search for many homeowners to find the best methods and products to care for their marble. If you have marble in your home and have been on this search yourself, we might have exactly what you’re looking for!

Avoid Most DIY Methods

Far too many homeowners make the mistake of trying to clean their own marble surfaces with DIY approaches, using the wrong methods or products that end up doing more damage than good. That’s because marble is a porous and sensitive surface, especially to acidic products, like many common house cleaners. Marble is also softer than most stone, making it more susceptible to scratching and dulling if scrubbed too hard or cleaned with the wrong material.

Since most generic cleaners, DIY approaches and common cleaning practices might be bad for your marble, it’s always better to leave intensive cleaning in the hands of a professional or team of trained technicians. That’s where we come in.

The Steam Team

When you call in The Steam Team for our marble polishing service, you’ll find that our technicians are experts at proper marble care, and will utilize our full line of specialized products specifically designed for cleaning and polishing even the most delicate marble surfaces. Floor tiles, countertops, vanities and even shower walls can all be polished back to their original shine by our professional technicians!

Our technicians will choose only the right method for the specific level of wear on your marble, removing all dirt, scratches and stains, and renewing the protective layer of the surface. If you need marble polishing in your home, give us a call! For more information on our many other services, visit The Steam Team website.

Throw Out The Brush: A New Way To Clean Tile and Grout- Cleaning Professional

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Oftentimes, homeowners neglect their tile floors and don’t clean them properly, or when they do clean them, they get on their hands and knees and use a brush to scrub the grout. This method is extremely tedious and it’ll wear you out in no time. We’re here to tell you to throw out that old brush! There’s a much better way to properly clean your tile and grout.

Steam Team Professionals

When you give a call to The Steam Team, we’ll send in professional technicians, and they’ll first give your tile a full inspection to come up with a proper cleaning method for every area of the tile as needed. Then, furniture will be carefully moved and all areas of the tile will be prepared for cleaning and separated from other flooring like hardwood or carpet.

High-Tech Cleaning

When the cleaning process begins, we’ll use only the highest quality products, like high powered vacuums to remove all dry soil from the tile. We will aslo sweep by hand if needed. Then, a scientifically advanced cleaning agent will be sprayed over the entire surface of the tile, ensuring the best clean possible. 

A state of the art self-contained pressure cleaning system, manual brushes and a mechanical rotating brush will all be used as needed to clean the tile thoroughly, reaching even the most complex and difficult areas. Then a final rinse solution will be pumped through the machine, leaving your floor looking shiny and new.

Finishing Strong

When the cleaning process is complete, our technicians will put finishing touches on the floor. Grout colorizing, if needed, will be done before the sealing process. We will then apply the proper sealer for the specific type of tile in your home or business. Technicians will then have one final walkthrough inspection to ensure that everything was properly cleaned. 

For more information on the services we provide, visit The Steam Team website.

Marble Polishing: DIY or Professional Help?

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The Steam Team has a long history of helping our customers with various cleaning, restoration and remediation services, and we’re proud of the work our technicians do. When it comes to the upkeep of marble, we have enough experience and expertise to treat any marble countertop, column, floor, or any other surface. That’s why we’ve decided to share some helpful information on how to take great care of the marble surfaces in your home, and you can decide whether to do it yourself, or seek help from our professional technicians.

Advice for DIY Marble Polishing

When it comes to polishing marble surfaces, you need to know what signs to look out for that tell you when it’s time to have your marble polished. Marble is a sensitive material, especially when it comes to anything acidic. If it has sustained damage to the protective seal, you’ll want it to be polished as soon as possible. If the marble appears more dull or dirty in some areas, or the shine seems to be gone and it won’t go back to normal by simply wiping with a damp cloth, the protective seal may be damaged. If the seal isn’t replaced soon, the exposed marble could easily be damaged even more. Experts say you should have your marble sealed every two to three years, though the best maintained marble surfaces could hold out for four or five years.

Marble Polishing With The Steam Team

As stated before, marble is sensitive to anything acidic, meaning many common household cleaners or home-made methods will only damage marble. Only specifically designed marble polishers should be used. If you don’t want to search for these products and go through the process of polishing the marble yourself, give us a call! Our professional technicians will use our very own line of marble polishing products to give you the very best results that only a professional can give.

For more information on marble polishing or any of our many other services, please visit The Steam Team website.

Are You Taking Good Care Of Your Drapery?

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When keeping your home clean, it's important to know what kinds of cleaning products and methods you’ll need to make all the specific areas of your home shine. Many homeowners make mistakes by using the wrong cleaning methods on certain areas, or overlooking them altogether! One of the most commonly overlooked areas in the home is the drapery. Do you know the correct way to clean your drapes, or do you just throw them out when they start to deteriorate? The Steam Team is here to help you save money on replacements by sharing our knowledge on drapery care.

When To Clean Drapes

Many homeowners neglect to have the drapes cleaned at all until signs of dirt and deterioration show up. Depending on different factors in the home like smoking or the heating system, your drapes may not show signs of dirt for up to six years! But that doesn’t mean they don’t need cleaning. Often, the drapery will start to deteriorate before physical signs of dirt even show up, and then it’ll be too late to have them cleaned. In reality, your drapery should be professionally cleaned about every two years. Professional cleaning can triple the lifespan of your drapes and save you money on the replacement costs of your drapes.

Professional Cleaning

The reason we recommend professional cleaning is that most drapery fabric can’t be put through a regular washer and dryer, and different types of drapery fabric will require different treatment. But no matter what kind you have, The Steam Team can handle it! Our professional technicians will inspect your fabric and choose the right method for the job, restoring your drapes quickly and professionally, and saving you money! For more information on professional drapery cleaning and our many other cleaning services, please visit The Steam Team website.

Professional Flood Cleanup and Water Extraction

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There are very few things in the world than can ruin an entire home as quickly as flooding. If a serious flood ever occurs in your home, whether from natural disaster or a leaky pipe or broken appliance, you should have a plan of action to remove the water and take care of the home to prevent further damage. We think your plan should involve The Steam Team, and here’s why.

Our Team

Here at The Steam Team, our cleaning technicians have had years of experience with water extraction and flood damage cleanup. We know exactly how to handle these complex situations, and we have the right equipment for the job. Our water damage services are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, since we know that these disasters are time sensitive and you may need someone to arrive quickly in the middle of the night. Now let’s talk about our detailed process for restoring your home after flooding.

Water Extraction and Cleanup

If flood water is allowed to remain in your home for too long, many complications can occur like mold growth or appliances breaking, so when our technicians arrive, we’ll use high-powered water extraction equipment to remove all the water as quickly as possible. However, if the flood was so severe that there’s several feet of water filling the home, the extraction may take more than a day or even a few days, since removing the water too quickly could cause the structure to collapse from the change in pressure. Once all water is removed, we can also help remove mud and contaminants, sanitize surfaces, clean and even remove carpet and much more.

Fighting Mold

One of the worst things that can occur after a flood is excessive mold growth, which can be harmful for anyone living in the home. Luckily, we also offer a professional mold remediation service. For more information on mold remediation as well as our many other services, please visit The Steam Team website.

Upholstered Furniture 101: Stressful Stains

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From couches and loveseats, to upholstered chairs and ottomans- fabric covers a decent portion of your home. If you have kids (and/or pets) you know how hard it can be to keep those surfaces clean (and dry!). Fortunately, our expert technicians here at The Steam Team, have the tools they need to remove any stains from upholstered furniture. Today, on our blog, we wanted to share some tips to keep your favorite furniture from being stained:

Leave Your Shoes at the Door

Let’s start with something simple: shoes. Sometimes it can be helpful to leave dirty, sandy, and muddy shoes at the entrance to your home. Don’t give those feet a chance to dirty up your furniture! Leave your shoes at the door, and start seeing results right away in how frequently you have to vacuum, or clean up stained furniture.

Don’t Bring Food Around Furniture

Secondly, let’s instill this policy: if it belongs in the kitchen, let’s just leave it there, friends. Food and drink spills happen all too easily around our furniture, and account for most furniture stains! This is most important when it comes to those kiddos- we know they’re cute, but they definitely can’t be trusted with food around the fabric.

Learn the Ropes of Stain Removal

It’s always best to stay informed- this preventative action is easy; learn the ropes of stain removal. Learn how to prevent these stains from happening, and you’ll be well on your way to success! 

Remember, The Steam Team is always here to help. If you have an unsightly stain on your fabric or upholstery, don’t hesitate to give us a call! We’ll send our team of techs to help you get rid of the stains that plague your furniture.

The Do's and Don'ts of Dealing With Pet Odors

When it comes to owning a pet, there are lots of things to look forward to, but there are also a lot of responsibilities. Cleaning up after your pets can be a hassle, and you might be less prepared than you think when it comes to eliminating some of the stains and odors that they leave behind. That’s why we- here at The Steam Team- want to give you some professional advice about the Do’s and Don’ts of dealing with pet odors.

What Not To Do

There are a few common mistakes out there made by many pet owners when trying to eliminate unwanted odors from their home. Let’s look at these methods and discuss why you shouldn't use them.

Bleach- Using bleach on a urine stain or other area to eliminate odor will successfully disinfect the surface, but may not reach deep enough in the material to eliminate the odor altogether. It may also be harmful to any children or pets if they inhale it.

Ammonia- Since cat and dog urine already contain ammonia, which is part of the bad odor, using ammonia will only intensify the unwanted odor. Also, make sure you NEVER mix ammonia and bleach, as the mixture could be fatal.

DIY Solutions- There are some common DIY ideas out there for dealing with pet odors, such as using peroxide, baking soda, vinegar or dish detergent. These methods may be somewhat effective but won’t completely eliminate the odor.

The Best Method For Pet Odor Treatment

There’s only one surefire way to eliminate the unwanted pet odors from your home; seeking help from professional technicians with the right equipment and methods. Luckily, The Steam Team offers a powerful pet odor treatment that involves replacing carpet and subflooring if needed, and applying powerful enzyme treatments to the area to ensure that the odor is completely eliminated at the source. For more information on our professional pet odor treatment, as well as our many other services, please visit The Steam Team website.

Who Cleans Up After Construction Or Remodelling?

If you’ve recently had a large construction or remodelling job done on your property, whether by yourself or a contractor, you were likely left with quite a mess to clean up afterwards. Construction and remodeling jobs are bound to require lots of cleaning, and we think The Steam Team should be part of your plan for post-construction cleanup. Here’s how our professional process works:

Clearing Debris and Surface Cleaning

After construction, the first thing to clean up will be the large pieces of debris. Pieces of wood, paint chips or other debris may be all over your home counters, floors or furniture. That’s where our technicians will start. Once all large debris is removed, they’ll remove all smaller debris like sawdust or anything else spread around by the construction. All countertops, shelves, windows and countertops will be cleaned by hand, all floors will be sanitized, vacuumed or mopped. Furniture will be thoroughly cleaned with whichever product and method is preferred for your specific material. Our technicians always take great care when cleaning a home or business to meet your needs.

Finishing Touches

Once common problem with construction and remodelling jobs is that small debris can also get inside of air conditioning vents and cause problems for the home as well as health hazards. We’ll keep the air ducts clean, and then move on to smaller things around the property like electronics, light fixtures and small appliances. At the end of the professional cleaning process, your home or business will be not only newly renovated, but completely clean!

The Steam Team

I’m proud to say that our technicians can take on such large, complex cleaning projects that post-construction can sometimes be. But that’s because our technicians have years of experience with a huge variety of cleaning services and methods. For more information on the many services we offer, please visit The Steam Team website.

The Steam Team's 24 Hour Fire & Water Damage Service

Unfortunately, fire and water damage related emergencies are extremely common and extremely costly for many home and business owners. Millions of these catastrophes occur in the United States every year and you always want to be sure that you’re placing the care of your home into the right hands. It’s important to find a company with the right equipment and technicians for the repair job, as well as finding a company that is available 24 hours a day, so that you can get the help you need right away.

Introducing our team of experienced technicians here at The Steam Team.

Our Commitment

We try to foster an attitude of care and commitment to our local Austin residents and to anyone we come in contact with. Our love for our community is what drives us to leave every resident we serve feeling satisfied with the job we’ve accomplished, and it’s also why we offer our water and fire damage repair services 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. We want to be certain that when disaster strikes, we are there to help our community, no matter what time or day. No matter the extent of the flooding, water damage, mold or fire and smoke damage, our technicians will be on top of it.

Our Technicians

Our professional and highly trained technicians are the reason we were voted best water damage company in Austin by the Austin Monthly. They always remain professional, courteous and efficient when it comes to assisting home and business owners with whatever the issue may be.

When our technicians arrive, they’ll start with a thorough inspection of all the damages and determine how to best treat the issue and give you a good estimate of costs. Then they’ll get to work, whether its water extraction, mold remediation, full reconstruction, providing emergency power, structure cleaning, or whatever else is needed to get your home back in shape. For more information on fire and water damage repair and restoration, visit The Steam Team website.

3 Unique Ways to Keep Carpet Clean

It’s easy to spill a plate of food or topple a glass of wine! And when these spills and stains happen on your carpeting, well, it can be easy to get frustrated. But don’t fret; any stain you can’t remove can be handled by The Steam Team- your leading carpet cleaning and restoration company in Austin, TX! So let’s take a quick look at how we can further our efforts in keeping carpet clean and pristine!

Place Area Rugs Around Your Home

First, place area rugs where your carpet receives the most foot traffic. Placing area rugs around your home will help collect the dust and dirt that we track in on our feet. They also add a personal touch to any space! So you can decorate your living room and keep the carpet clean, all with area rugs.

Remove Shoes at the Door

Our next piece of advice is to simply remove your shoes at the entrance to your home! This way, the dirt doesn’t even have a chance to land on your carpeting. Since most of the dust and dirt that enters our home comes in with us on our shoes and feet, this will majorly cut down on how much dirties up your carpeting.

Wipe Your Pets’ Paws

Fido tracks in a lot of dirt, sand, and dust, as well! And unfortunately, mud isn’t out of the question. So let’s battle dirt and mud by wiping our pets’ paws as they come in from “doing their business!” It can help keep you, your carpet, and your furniture clean.

The Steam Team has plenty of experience when it comes to keeping your flooring clean and looking brand new! From carpeting, to hardwood, to marble and other natural stone, we’ve got you covered. Don’t hesitate to call us out and help take care of your flooring today!

3 Ways to Freshen Up Your Home

How’s your upholstered furniture looking these days? Is it in need of an old fashioned deep cleaning? It’s possible! Don’t hesitate to give The Steam Team a call if that’s the case. And in the meantime, follow these three guidelines for keeping your upholstery as fresh as can be! Happy cleaning!

Starting with Vacuuming

There’s a handy upholstery attachment on your vacuum cleaner that does wonders for cleaning your furniture! It can reach inside those nooks and crannies like nobody’s business! It can also reach underneath cushions and pillows for your convenience. You can easily remove dirt, dust, pet fur, and dander from your furniture.

Moving onto Stain Removal

Are there any unsightly stains or spots on your upholstery? Let’s remove them! In most cases, stains can be removed with the right cleaning solution and a little bit of patience and elbow grease. In worse cases, a professional may need to be called in, like The Steam Team. Steam cleaning is great for restoring your upholstered furniture to its former glory!

Finishing by Steam Cleaning

Finally, consider steam cleaning your upholstery. A professional grade steam cleaning machine won’t harm your furniture, and it won’t use any chemicals to clean it. High pressurized water and hot, hot steam are all that’s needed in this process! Your furniture will look absolutely amazing after a good old fashioned steam cleaning, done by yours truly, The Steam Team.

The Steam Team is your leading cleaning and restoration company in Austin, TX! We’ve been serving this beautiful city for over a decade now, and there’s no way anyone can stop us! So give us a call today. We’ll come out, take a good look at your upholstered furniture, and get to cleaning right away. You’ll barely believe our results!

3 Advantages of Concrete Staining

Are you searching for a way to spruce up your backyard? We all need a little change now and then; The Steam Team understands this. That’s why we’d love to tell you all about concrete staining, and help you change up the look of your patio and backyard! So let’s get right to the point:

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Spruces Up Your Patio

Tired of that dull, grey, boring concrete color? So are we (in secret)! Let us give you a hand by revamping your patio and changing its color entirely. From grey, to beige, to terracotta, you can have any color you want! Your patio will look beautiful when The Steam Team is finished with it.

Rids Your Patio of Uneven, Broken Concrete

We can also help rid your patio of uneven and broken, cracked concrete. We’ll make sure your patio is even and safe before we begin staining it. It’s part of the job! When we’re finished, you’ll be shocked by the results! It’ll be like having a whole new patio!

Changes the View of Your Backyard

Concrete staining will change the view of your entire backyard! A little change never hurt anyone; in fact, it’s refreshing and renewing! It may even inspire you to begin a few DIY projects, too! Get the whole family involved. And to think that it all started with concrete staining…

The Steam Team has over a decade of experience, expertise, and the best equipment for any concrete staining job, but also for any cleaning and restoration job! Whatever your need is, we can fulfill it. We have experience restoring homes after fires and floods, and deep-cleaning office spaces until they’re practically sterile! We can do the same in your home. Just give The Steam Team a call today; you won’t regret it!

Is Carpet Cleaning Safe for Kids?

As you get ready to clean your home (or office, or retail space, or what have you…), you may be wondering which method you should use. We strongly suggest steam cleaning, for its many benefits, but mostly because it’s completely safe for your kids and the environment. Let’s review the basics when it comes to steam cleaning, and why it’s so beneficial!

What is Steam Cleaning?

Steam cleaning is a method of cleaning that uses nothing but hot water, and high pressure to clean a variety of surfaces and furniture pieces. It cleans without chemicals and provides you with a clean that you can truly trust!

Benefits of Steam Cleaning

Since professional carpet cleaning doesn’t involve the usage of harsh chemicals, it’s completely safe for the environment. It doesn’t even leave behind any residue that you need to fuss over! What’s left, after steam cleaning, is a perfectly clean surface (or sofa! Or window treatments!) that’s completely safe for your children.

It’s versatile. You can steam clean almost anything, from leather upholstery to grout and tile flooring. How great is that? Forget the mop and bucket; all you need is a steam cleaning machine!

It’s simple. Water, heat, pressure. A steam cleaning machine effortlessly removes dirt, debris, dander, dust, and so much more from your flooring and furniture! It can even be used on leather furniture, and works great for cleaning countertops!

It saves you money. Since a steam cleaning machine doesn’t use any chemicals, once again, you’re not buying any cleaning products! You’ll save money in the long run.

Choose The Steam Team

Choose The Steam Team for all of your cleaning needs! We’ll work hard to make sure that your home looks as great as it did the day you moved in- and we’ll do it in an efficient, timely manner!

Carpet Cleaning this Fall?

It’s Fall, ya’ll! As the temperatures begin to drop, both kids and pets are spending more time outdoors- and we probably are, too. This means that our carpet is experiencing more foot traffic, and dirt that’s being tracked in as we exit and enter our homes. It may feel impossible at times to keep your carpet clean, but, trust us; The Steam Team has all of the knowledge and expertise needed to take care of your carpet! Below, you’ll find a few tips for keeping your flooring clean this season, and how we can help, too!

Vacuum and Sweep

Unfortunately, we can’t get around it. Our floor and carpet needs to be swept and vacuumed regularly in order for it to stay clean. Use a strong broom, preferably one with a longer handle so you don’t have to bend over, and a vacuum with an attachment. The vacuum’s attachment can help rid dust and dirt from the corners of baseboards, and you can clean off your furniture! If you do this regularly, you’ll be surprised at how great your flooring looks!

Mop Occasionally

Those paw prints, shoe prints, and skid marks are definitely something for the mop to tackle! Mopping the floor is essential to keeping it clean. Use a bucket of warm water with your handy household carpet cleaner, and your preferred mop- there are so many kinds, from a standard rag mop to a Swiffer. It doesn’t matter what brand you go with as long as the job gets done!

Hire the Professionals

We always recommend hiring the professionals to help take care of your flooring! The Steam Team is your leading cleaning and restoration company in Austin, TX. We have ample experience in taking care of all types of flooring, from carpet to natural stone! Don’t hesitate to give us a call today for the thorough deep cleaning you’ve been trying to achieve!

Caring for Your Flooring Over Time: Avoiding Damage

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No matter what type of flooring you have, it’s inevitable that it will wear over time. All floors show their wear differently, though, so it’s important to know how you can prevent damage and when it’s time to call in the professionals. We’ve put together some tips to help you care for your floors effectively and efficiently! Voted best carpet cleaning in Austin, Texas. 

No Shoes

When debris is tracked into the house, it can get stuck in carpet, cause scratches on tile, grout, or even hardwoods. If you have a porch, that can be a great spot to stick shoes before walking in the house, or you could simply set down a mat near the door for guests and family members to place their shoes.

Don’t forget about area rugs! They’re great for protecting your flooring and being a beautiful accent piece in your home.   

Pet Care

Now that you’re keeping majority of the dirt and grime out of your house by removing shoes and asking guests to do the same, the second-biggest thing to consider when it comes to protecting your flooring is your pets! Not only will they track in extra grime from the outdoors, their nails can also cause a lot of damage to flooring if they’re not regularly trimmed.

Furniture Placement

The last thing that causes concern when it comes to flooring is furniture. It’s best to use protective pads for furniture that’s frequently used, like office chairs or even dining room chairs, but be careful moving anything around. Depending on the type of furniture and how heavy it is, you may want to have professionals move and place your furniture to best protect your flooring.

Don’t forget about regular maintenance for all flooring! Give us a call at The Steam Team to learn about taking care of your flooring or for help cleaning your flooring, furniture, and more!

Managing Dirt and Grime in Your Carpet and Rugs in Austin Texas

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Carpet makes a fantastic option for your home! It’s cushiony, comfy, and cozy! It’s available in a variety of colors and textures, and is generally easy to clean. In fact, today we’re talking about how to remove dirt and grime from your carpet, so it can be as clean as it was the day it was installed! From dusting, to steam cleaning, there are many ways to keep your carpet clean. Call The Steam Team of Austin, Texas for professional rug cleaning today. 

Vacuum on a Routine Basis

Dusting, sweeping, and vacuuming your floor is essential! Do it on the regular, and you’ll be set. It’ll also make chore day that much easier on you- since you’ll have kept up with it the entire time. And don’t forget about those baseboards; they collect so much dust over time.

Occasional Steam Cleaning

Steam cleaning is a way of cleaning that helps to eradicate dirt, grime, allergens, and other nasty substances from deep within the fibers of carpet. It uses nothing but pressurized water and high temperatures! No leftover residue, no chemicals, nothing. If you’re going to have your carpet deep cleaned, this is the way you want to go. Our location at 9901 Burnet Rd. Austin, Texas has a state-of-the art rug cleaning facility.

Develop Helpful Habits

Sometimes, we just have to change the way we do things! Try developing helpful habits for your carpet like removing your shoes at the door, or putting a mat at the entrances to your home! Door mats help to pick up the dirt and dust we bring in, and if we aren’t wearing our shoes around the house, then we aren’t tracking dirt around!

Keep dirt and grime away from your carpet by keeping up these habits, and of course by steam cleaning every so often. Call The Steam Team today for any of your carpet cleaning needs! Your carpet will be so clean by the time we’re finished, you’ll be amazed at the results of our professional carpet cleaning.

5 Reasons to Clean Your Area Rugs By The Steam Team Austin

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Steam cleaning, in the long run, is the most simple, cost-effective, and helpful option for cleaning your home. Once we explain how and why this is, you’ll definitely understand! That’s why we’ve laid out five reasons as to why you should steam clean your home today! Go on, keep reading…

A New Level of Clean

Remember all of those times you cleaned the kitchen, only to have it feel dirty? Sometimes a mop and broom just aren’t enough. When it comes to steam cleaning, however, you’ll know your home is clean- that pressurized water and high heat make it difficult for anything to stand in its way!

Kills Dust Mites, Germs, & Bacteria

Using nothing but hot water and high water pressure, steam cleaning kills 99.9% of germs and bacteria. It also destroys dust mites that are hidden in the carpet, and in all of those nooks and crannies you’ve been neglecting! It even works on upholstery and fabric furniture!

Eases Allergies by Eradicating Allergens

Steam cleaning helps to rid your home of allergens, so if you or someone in your household has allergies, they’ll be feeling grateful after a good old fashioned steam cleaning.

Cleans Without the Use of Chemicals

Hot water, and high pressure. That’s it, friends! Expect there to be absolutely no residue left behind, and no evidence of chemicals.

Saves Money on Cleaning Supplies

Since a steam cleaning machine does the job without the use of chemicals, you won’t need to buy (or mix) any cleaning solutions! This will save you tons of money in the long run if you just keep at it!

So you see, we (The Steam Team) truly believe that steam cleaning is the way to go when it comes to cleaning your home! For a deep cleaning that you can trust, call The Steam Team today- you won’t regret it.

How Water Damage Can Affect All Aspects of Your Home In Austin TX

Sometimes it seems like the only time we think about water is when we don’t have enough, or we have too much. But we have to think of it. Because when it comes to our homes, whether it’s an inch of water, or a foot of water standing between those walls, you’re at risk for damage and sometimes, danger. We’re going to explain several ways in which water damage affects your home, and what you can do about it! We are the Austin, Texas cleaning company to call for emergencies. Call 512-451-8326 today. 

Personal Belongings

The aftermath of a flood, tropical storm, or any other disaster can lead to water damage that can soil your carpeting, rot your walls, and ruin your personal belongings. It can be a costly, nightmarish experience… but mostly costly. In addition to your personal items being damaged, water also damages walls, flooring- especially wood, and other areas of the house.

Mold Growth

Mold thrives in damp, moist areas. If you’ve recently had any trouble with water damage, your home could be the perfect place for mold to grow and spread! This poses health risks, since many people are highly allergic to mold. But don’t panic; The Steam Team is on your side, and we have plenty of experience removing mold from homes!

Insurance Issues

Always call your insurance company immediately. Water damage that is left untreated for weeks causes mold to grow and fester, which causes health problems as we previously mentioned. If anyone develops a health issue as a result of the water damage, the insurance company is more likely to hold the property owner liable. We don’t want that!

Water damage can lead to a serious economic loss, but The Steam Team is there for you, rooting for the best outcome even in the midst of a natural disaster! But no matter the cause of water damage in your home, it’s serious- so give us a call immediately!

The Steam Team Rug Cleaning Austin Texas

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We’ve all done it at sometime: spilled our coffee, dropped our wine glass, or felt that pen explode and ink flow all over new top. It’s inevitable; accidents happen! But the evidence of said accidents doesn’t have to be permanent. We can remove the coffee, tea, and other dark stains from our flooring and furniture with these easy tips!

Coffee

For both carpet and upholstery, start by blotting the excess coffee with a clean, dry cloth. Next, pre-soak the stain in a solution of one quart warm water, ½ tsp of dishwashing detergent, and 1 tbsp of white vinegar. Let it soak for 15 minutes. Finally, rinse the stained area with warm water, and dry thoroughly!

Tea

For tea stains on carpet, mix a solution that contains two ounces of white vinegar and four ounces of warm water. Spray the mixture onto the stain, and blot clean. It’s important not to scrub the area, as you may end up spread the stain!

Ink

For those broken pens and nasty ink stains, blot rubbing alcohol or hairspray onto the stain. Blot until clean, changing the cloth periodically. Be patient- it may take some time. Once the area is clean, dab a clean cloth onto the area that’s been soaked in lukewarm water.

Wine

For wine stains, try concocting a solution of one tbsp white vinegar and one tbsp of dishwashing liquid. Blot the stain clean, repeating the process as needed. You can use either a clean washcloth, or clean paper towels; either one works!

For further assistance, contact The Steam Team! We have several years of experience cleaning carpet and other types of flooring, as well as furniture and different types of upholstery! If you need a professional steam cleaner and you need them now, you need us.

Why Should You Install Carpet Padding?

Rug Cleaning 

For homeowners, oldies and newbies alike, it may be difficult to choose which type of carpet padding to install! There are many benefits to carpet padding, such as softness, cushion, and some even hold those pesky rugs in place- but it all depends on the thickness! Below we’ll explain these benefits, and hopefully convince you to install carpet padding beneath your carpet, as it’s so great for your flooring and home in general! Serving Austin, Texas and surrounding areas.

A Little Extra Cushion for Our Sensitive Feet

Have you ever walked on carpet without padding? Notice the huge difference! With some types of carpet, it almost feels as if you’re just walking on the (concrete) foundation. But carpet padding provides your flooring with an extra layer of comfortable cushion, so your carpet will truly feel softer. You’ll want to walk around on it all day long!

An Increase in Carpet’s Longevity

Carpet padding absorbs the impact on carpet made by foot traffic, which helps preserve its backing and binding! So yes, carpet padding can actually help your carpet last much longer!

Area and Oriental Rugs Finally Stay Stationary

At last, no more constant shifting of your area and oriental rugs. It’s very common for them to slip and slide all over the place with foot traffic, and this can actually pose a threat to your family! Imagine yourself slipping and sliding-  and falling, sustaining an injury. Thankfully, this worry can be alleviated with the right carpet padding beneath your rugs.

And what’s the best part? The Steam Team can help you take care of your carpet! We’re experts at it- we have the experience, the knowledge, and the professional grade equipment to do almost anything with carpet, whether that be cleaning, care, or installation. Just give us a call ASAP and we’ll be out ASAP! Call 512-451-8326 today!