5 Places You Probably Forgot to Clean Last Year

Last year while you were spring cleaning, did you miss a few places? It’s easy to do! That’s why we’ve developed a checklist of sorts, to make sure you don’t repeat the same mistakes. Here are five places you might’ve missed last year but definitely don’t want to miss this year!

Air Ducts

Air ducts are notorious for hoarding allergens like dust, dander, and pollen! Have your air ducts checked regularly to make sure they aren’t worsening your allergies, or causing unnecessary mess in your home!

Dryer Vents

When it comes to dryer maintenance, cleaning out the lint traps is great, and should be done frequently. But dryer vents are often neglected. This year, why not call in the professionals to come out and clean your dryer vents? You’ll save energy, and cash in the long run!

Baseboards

Baseboards are also known for holding in dust and dirt, and are often neglected on cleaning day. This spring, let’s turn that all around, friends! Run you floor mop along the baseboards to give them a deep cleaning, too!

Window Blinds

Window blinds are dusty and dirty and difficult to clean. But the latter is not the case with steam cleaning! In fact, The Steam Team can most likely steam clean them right from where they hang! No need to take them down or tub wash them. Just call in the professionals!

Grout

It’s time… time to finally tackle that grout. What better time than spring cleaning, though? Overtime, our tile and grout experiences enough foot traffic to cause discoloration or even staining. Grout is porous in nature; it absorbs stains more easily. Thankfully, steam cleaning can clean that grout right up!

If you’re in need of a hand this springtime, don’t hesitate to call in The Steam Team! The Steam Team is a team of trained experts who excel in cleaning and restoration projects! So don’t wait; call us in today!

House Fires & Soot: Damage Restoration by the Professionals

When the colder months blow through, many of us begin to light fires in our homes or outdoors. While most of these fires are contained, they can get out of hand sometimes, especially if not built and watched properly. House fires can be costly and devastating to our homes and families- in fact, nearly 15,000 people were injured from fires in 2016 that cost roughly $10.6 billion in property damage. And, not only that, like any natural disaster, fires leave a long lasting effect on our homes. After the fire trucks leave, we return to our homes to find the stench of smoke and water, the visual impact of fire, and of course, soot. Soot everywhere.

Removing soot after a fire is an extremely difficult task- both dry and oily soot cling to the walls, floors, ceilings, and other surfaces around the home. So what’s the best way to get soot out of your home? Today we’re going to tell you three ways that we, The Steam Team, take care of your home following a fire.

Cleaning the Walls and Ceilings

Taking care of your walls and the structure of your home following a fire is of utmost importance. First and foremost, determining what kind of soot is where will help you to decide the best method of cleaning. With dry soot, you’ll be able to vacuum the areas it covers- but on the other hand, with oily soot, you’ll need to use a degreasing agent in order to fully remove its remnants.

Start with the walls first, working through them one small area at a time and leave the ceilings for last.

Professional Tips for Furniture and Floors

The best way to begin caring for your flooring and furniture after fire damage is with a mild soap, washing the soot away. If you’re dealing with more extensive damage, it’s best to call in the professionals because when soot is left behind it can be harmful.

The Steam Team has been serving the Austin area through thick and thin for several years now. Give us a call any time!

Water Damage Restoration and Rentable Equipment

When flooding hits, whether from a busted pipe or a natural disaster, the damage left in its wake is never easy to handle. What once was home sweet home is now soaked- belongings strewn everywhere, potentially ruined. We understand the devastation that hits a family when excess water enters the home- that’s why The Steam Team is here for you 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for water damage restoration.

Whether you have tons of damage on your hands or just a small bit of flooding; we can send in our professional technicians or even offer to just rent you drying equipment.

Let’s Talk Equipment

The Steam Team’s rentable drying equipment is top of the line. And while we suggest hiring professionals to do the best job possible, we get it. There are some skilled folks out there who’d like the ability to rent the equipment but do the manpower themselves.  That’s exactly why we offer professional grade drying equipment for rent!

Bring In The Professionals

We know you have a few options to consider when your home is faced with the need for an emergency, water-related makeover. With our 24-hour emergency service, rapid response, we can ensure the peace of mind that we’ll do everything we can to thoroughly dry out and restore your home to its previous condition.

Whether you end up renting our equipment or hiring a professional team to take care of your home, check out our other blogs with tips for taking care of water damage. There are always preventive measures you can take to ensure mold growth is eliminated and that you’re handling any damage in the safest way possible.

If you find yourself facing water damage, don’t hesitate to call us- no matter the time of day. We’re always available to help you.