Why We Offer 24 Hour Service For Water and Fire Emergencies

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You may think that with the right precautions, you’ll never experience water or fire damage in your home. But even with precautions taken, these things occur much more often than we might like to think. According to the U.S. Fire Administration, about one million homes are damaged by fire in the U.S. each year, and water damage is even worth, with over five million homes a year experiencing water damage! With these startling statistics in mind, it's important to have a plan for these possible emergencies, and if you choose to make The Steam Team a part of your plan, you’ll have the comfort of knowing that our technicians are available to clean and restore your home from fire or water damage 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Caring For Our Community

The reason we offer our 24 hour water and fire damage emergency services is that we care about our customers and our local Austin, TX community and our communities beyond Austin. We’ve always wanted to provide our customers with great service and lasting restoration that leaves a positive impact, and that’s why we’re always available to clean and restore your home or business after these damaging events. Whether it's a bust pipe, damaged appliance, flooding damage or the aftermath of an electrical fire, we’ll be right there to fix your problems and get you back into your restored home as soon as possible.

Our Professional Technicians

We wouldn't be the company we are today without our fantastic and highly trained team of technicians and restoration experts. You’ll see for yourself why we have so much pride in them when they show up at your home and assess the problem before using high-tech, powerful cleaning and restoration methods to get your home back in order, remove any water and clean all surfaces. For more information on how we can help with fire and water damage restoration, as well as our many other services, please visit The Steam Team website.

Have You Forgotten About Cleaning This Area?

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One of the most-forgotten-about areas around the home is our window treatments. From curtains and drapery to blinds, dust and other grime gathers everywhere (including areas we may forget about). If you live in the Austin area and know anything about The Steam Team, then you’re already aware that we provide a long list of cleaning and restoration services to our valued customers. But did you know that we also offer professional drapery cleaning?

The Importance of Cleaning Your Drapes

For many homeowners, drapes are something to be used until they show signs of deterioration and dirtiness, and then thrown out and replaced. The Steam Team wants you to know that your drapery can be salvaged. Depending on various conditions in your home, physical signs of soil will start to appear on your window treatments in two to four years. A good rule of thumb is to have them professionally cleaned every two years, which could triple the life-span of your drapes, and is significantly less expensive than the cost of replacement.

The Pro Methods

There are many different materials used to make various window treatments, and most of them cannot be cleaned in your regular laundry machine or by being taken to the dry-cleaners. This is why a professional cleaning is the preferred method. The Steam Team professional technicians will begin by inspecting your drapes to determine whether to use a low moisture hot water extraction method or a dry cleaning process. They will ensure that even the most delicate fabrics are cleaned properly and safely. A quick call to The Steam Team will have all soil and stains gently lifted out of your furnishings and they will be dry within minutes. 

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Now that you understand the importance and methods of drapery cleaning, you might think twice before throwing out that old dirty fabric. If you live in the Austin area, give The Steam Team a call and have them freshened up in no time. For more information on drapery cleaning and our other services, visit The Steam Team website.

Maintaining Your Marble Floor The Professional Way

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Marble flooring is a great choice to add sophistication and beauty to any home, as long as you know how to properly take care of the marble. Marble can be more sensitive to cleaning solutions than other flooring may be, so we’re here to tell you about the professional way to maintain that sleek shine of your marble floor.

The Importance Of Polishing

Polishing your marble is extremely important to keep its deep lustre. Most marble will need to be polished at least every one to three years, and some may even last five if they’re properly maintained. If you don’t have it polished in this time, it will have dull, damaged spots from day-to-day things like spills damaging the floor over time. This occurs because marble is sensitive to anything acidic, and as the seal is worn down over time, the marble starts to become damaged. Marble also happens to be very porous, so dirt will settle into it if the seal is damaged. If you notice any of this occurring, you need to have your marble floor professionally polished as soon as possible.

Professional Marble Polishing

As we mentioned before, marble is extremely sensitive to anything acidic, which is why most household cleaning products are not a good choice for polishing marble. Only certified marble polish, marble cleaner and marble sealer should be used. Without the proper equipment and methods, you can’t polish your marble floor on your own. That’s why we recommend our professional marble polishing service. We’ve got our very own line of marble polishing products to give the shine back to your marble. So if it’s time to have your marble polished and renewed, give us a call and let our team of professional restoration technicians help you today! For more information, please visit The Steam Team website.

Professional Fire Damage Restoration From The Steam Team

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Unfortunately, fires are a frequent disaster that occurs in homes and businesses all over the world every day, and while you may think you’ve taken the right precautions, all it takes is one small mistake to start a house fire, and when one does occur, you need to have a plan. We think your plan should involve The Steam Team.

Why You Need Professionals

In the aftermath of a serious fire in a home, after the fire has been extinguished, you may think you can step in and clean in yourself to restore valuable items and perhaps part of the home. But you should NEVER attempt to enter a fire damaged structure until after it's been properly restored by professionals. That’s because there may still be smoke or burning chemicals that could be toxic or even fatal, or could start another fire.

There are other serious complications after a fire that only professionals can handle. Ash and soot will be deep within carpets, furniture and could be in the air vents, causing further damage if it isn't quickly and thoroughly cleaned. Odors may still be trapped in certain areas that will need professional removal. There may be discoloration on ceilings or walls that can be nearly impossible to get out on your own. For all of these reasons and more, call in The Steam Team for help after a fire.

Our Restoration Process

Still not convinced? Maybe you need to hear about our professional restoration process. When you call our professional technicians in, they’ll start by thoroughly inspecting your home and sealing it with tarps and boards to keep it closed off while restoration takes place. We’ll use high-powered equipment to remove all smoke, soot and ash from the building, and then move on to a complete restoration. For more information on our professional water and fire damage restoration services, please visit The Steam Team website.

How Do You Care for Your Area Rug?

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Area rugs are a beautiful addition to any room, typically bringing all of the different contents in the room together for that beautiful finish. Just like with any element of our home, we want it to stay the way it looks as soon as we got it, right? So, when was the last time your area rug received the deep cleaning it needs? Just like with any carpeting or other flooring, area rugs need their regular attention, too. On today’s blog, we’re going over all you need to know about the deep cleaning of your beautiful area rug.

Area Rug Inspection

No matter what kind of area rugs exist inside your home, The Steam Team knows how to take care of them. Our trained professionals are familiar with the fibers and dyes that go into your beautiful textiles. We’ll start there. By inspecting your rugs and figuring out exactly what they need, we’ll be able to proceed with the cleaning process. 

The Cleaning Process

To start, we’ll use a pile lifter and vacuum to remove as much dirt and debris as possible. Do you know just how dangerous dirt particles are for your area rugs, and carpeting, for that matter? Dust and soil can actually cut the individual carpet fibers, reducing the lifespan of your beautiful area rug! But don’t worry; The Steam Team will get it all cleaned up right away! 

Rinse and Dry

Finally, we’ll rinse and dry your rug. We’ll thoroughly rinse away all contaminants and cleaning solutions. And The Steam Team would never leave your home without ensuring that your carpeting is perfectly dry. With steam cleaning, so little moisture is used, anyway! After your rug is rinsed clean and dried, we’ll be well on our way. 

The Steam Team knows the value of your area rugs, and will do all that we can to protect them. So if your area rug is due for a deep rug and carpet cleaning, don’t hesitate to give us a call today!

Tile and Grout Cleaning: Toothbrush or The Steam Team?

When it comes to cleaning tile and grout, what’s your prefered method? Are you like many other people out there, scrubbing tirelessly with a toothbrush in between the tiles for hours on end, and still not achieving the clean that you want? If that’s the case, we want to share a better option with you; The Steam Team.

Inspection and Tile Cleaning

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When you call in The Steam Team, our technicians will start with a thorough inspection of the floor, finding the areas that need special attention, carefully removing any furniture from the tile, and sealing off the tile so that the areas around it aren’t affected by the cleaning process. Then we’ll start the complete tile and grout cleaning process by removing all dry soil by sweeping and vacuuming, and then spraying the entire floor with a powerful tile cleaning agent. Then we’ll use high-powered equipment to really make your tile shine. A self-contained pressure cleaning system will be used on the entire surface, then manual brushes and mechanical rotating brushes will be used to clean each grout line. We can guarantee that our methods will make your tile look way better than that old toothbrush every could.

Finishing Touches

A rinse solution will then be pumped out across the floor, rinsing away the cleaning agent and revealing your shining new tile. Finally, a finish will be applied to protect your newly cleaned floor and keep it looking great for a long time. Our technicians will then have one final walk-through inspection with you to ensure that you’re satisfied with the results before they leave the property.

So, now that you’ve seen what we have to offer, why are you still holding on to that old toothbrush? Get rid of it and give The Steam Team a call! We promise you’ll see the difference! For more information on tile and grout cleaning as well as 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.

Maintaining Your Leather Like a Pro

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Though many people think of it as a luxury material, leather can actually be quite easy to maintain and keep clean if you know how. Here at The Steam Team, we’ve been working with leather for years, showing people how to properly clean and maintain it so that it lasts far beyond your neighbor’s leather. Now we want to teach you how to maintain your leather like a pro!

Knowing Your Leather

The first step to giving your leather the right care is knowing exactly what kind of leather you’re working with. That’s right, leather isn’t just leather! There are actually four main types of leather, each requiring slightly different care. Mushroom leather has no protective film over it, so be careful abou spills and don’t use any water for cleaning it. Instead, lightly brush it with a soft wool fabric. With suede leather, use a soft nylon brush or lightweight sandpaper to remove stains. With Hair-on leather, you can gently vacuum or dust it with a dry cloth to maintain it. With Full Grain leather, use a lightly damp cloth with warm water, but don’t scrub too roughly.

General Maintenance

Keeping in mind your different types of leather, maintaining them day to day is very easy. When it comes to spills, clean them up quickly with the preferred method for your type of leather. Don’t use any standard house cleaners or spray bottles of chemicals that you may use on other surfaces. There’s a high chance that these chemicals could damage or dry out the leather. It's also recommended that you keep your leather out of direct sunlight and away from heat sources, or it could dry out quicker.

The Steam Team

When your leather does eventually dry out, it will need to be conditioned with oils to keep it vibrant and beautiful. Here at The Steam Team we have a service that does just that! It’s recommended that you have your leather conditioned at least once per year, so if you haven’t done it this year what are you waiting for? Give us a call! For more information, please visit The Steam Team website.

Check Out Our Cleaning Service Specials!

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Here at The Steam Team, we want to provide all of our customers with the very best cleaning services from the very best technicians using only the latest and most effective equipment on the market! But we also want to offer great deals to our customers so that you feel great about both the appearance of your newly cleaned home and about the money you spent! Because of our dedication to providing you a great clean for a great price, we want to show you our Special Service Packages.

The Elite

This plan has everything you could want out of a carpet cleaning package. Our technicians will give your carpet a professional deep clean with high-powered steam cleaners, pre-spotting and pre-vacuuming if required, a pet enzyme treatment on the carpet to keep pet odors from seeping in and then a powerful carpet protector on top of that to keep the carpet safe from spills and other odors. Even after all that, our elite package isn’t over! 

We’ll also groom the carpet to make sure it looks exactly the way you want it before our technicians leave, and we’ll throw in an additional 5 day warranty! The Elite package, as well as all the other specials we’re about to mention, also include moving any furniture out of the way if needed, and putting it back in place when the job is finished. With all of this, you might expect The Elite package to cost you hundreds, but it's only $93 per room!

The Pet

This package includes a professional deep cleaning with high-powered steam cleaners, pre-spotting and pre-vacuuming if required, a pet enzyme treatment and carpet grooming! The Pet package starts at $69 per room.

The Protect

This package includes a professional deep steam cleaning, pre-spotting and pre-vacuuming if required, a carpet protector and carpet grooming to top it off! This package also starts at $69 per room.

The Original

This package is the cheapest and most simple plan, and it includes the same steps as the Pet and Protect, just without the pet enzyme or the carpet protector. This package starts at an easy $45 per room.

So what are you waiting for? With deals like these available, there’s no need to neglect your carpet anymore! Give us a call or visit The Steam Team website for more information.

How The Steam Team Helps Fight Allergies

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Do you have frequent allergy issues, or are you just someone whos afraid of getting allergies? In either scenario, keeping your home clean is very important. But what products are you using to clean? In many cases, the cleaning products themselves can aggravate allergies or make symptoms worse. Let’s talk about how The Steam Team can help you fight allergies the right way.

The Downside of Common Cleaners

When it comes to those of us with frequent allergies or respiratory issues, common household cleaners may not be the best option. That’s because, as mentioned before, many common household cleaners can aggravate your allergy symptoms and make life around your home harder for you. And not only that, but most common cleaning products only take care of a fraction of dirt and contaminants, leaving behind a lot that can still aggravate your symptoms. That means those standard cleaning products might not even clean well enough to alleviate your allergies.

The Steam Team Method

Here at The Steam Team, we don’t want to take the risk of aggravating your allergies for a clean that doesn’t even get the full job done. That’s why we use steam cleaners instead! Steam cleaning provides a deep, natural clean that kills 99.99% of bacteria, viruses and mold without using any harsh chemicals. It can also get rid of pet dander and even dust mites that live deep within carpets. And steam cleaners use only heat and water! That means there's no risk of aggravating your symptoms! And our high-powered steam cleaners are handled by trained professional technicians who know exactly how to get your home looking just the way you want it. Our team of professionals will make sure that your home is rid of anything that may worsen your allergies. For more information on how we can help, please visit The Steam Team website.

Natural Stone Cleaning 101: All You Need to Know

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Natural stone is an absolutely gorgeous addition to any home. Whether it covers your floors, counters, or even your walls- natural stone brings a certain aesthetic to a home. With any flooring, obviously, comes maintenance- and with natural stone, the cleaning is a little different than you might think for other flooring. Here at The Steam Team, our expert technicians are armed with the best equipment and ready to help you clean your home. On today’s blog, we’re going over how best to clean that natural stone (no matter where it is).

Simple Cleaning

First, let’s start by performing a few simple cleaning tasks! This includes sweeping and some light mopping. If you’re using a vacuum instead of a broom, just make sure you’re not using one with cracked or broken wheels that could damage your flooring. You can mop with your trust cleaning solution and a bucket of warm water (as long as the solution has been approved for natural stone flooring). That’s easy enough, right?

Intermediate Cleaning

When we talk about intermediate cleaning, we mean stain removal, or grout cleaning! All too often our grout is neglected, or those stains are just left to stick. When it comes to stain removal, the number one thing you must remember is that your cleaning solution must be meant for natural stone. 

Deep Cleaning

When it comes time to deep clean your natural stone flooring, it’s best to call in the professionals. A professional cleaning and restoration company like The Steam Team will have all of the right tools and equipment for the job! You won’t have to worry about potentially damaging your natural stone flooring because it’ll be in expert hands! 

Don’t hesitate; give The Steam Team a phone call today and you won’t regret making the leap! We can do wonders to your natural stone flooring or surfaces. We’ll come out, inspect your home, and restore them to their original condition. You can trust us to do the job correctly the first time! 

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.

How Do You Handle Leaking Appliances?

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Appliances are everywhere around our home. From the dishwasher to the washing machine and even our toilets- they help us move through our days easier. Unfortunately, they’re not perfectly designed (technology hasn’t advanced that far, yet) and they do breakdown occasionally. What happens when your appliances breakdown? What if your appliances start to leak? How do you handle a leaking appliance?

Don’t worry, these are all questions we’re here to answer for you on today’s blog.

Appliance Leak Cleanup

If you have an appliance that continually holds or filters water, it should be monitored regularly to check for leaking or malfunctioning. Even a slow, steady drip can turn into a major flooding problem if given enough time to develop. Fortunately, The Steam Team offers water damage restoration services to the following appliances: water heater, washing machine, AC unit, refrigerator or ice maker, and sink and dishwasher. Don’t stress; just pick up the phone instead! 

Plumbing Overflow

Plumbing is no exception when it comes to taking care of water overflow! Too often, our toilets leak, our shower tub stops up, or the sink floods the bathroom! It’s disastrous! Luckily, again, The Steam Team is here to help. We’ll help repair and clean up damage from leaky, broken, burst, or frozen pipes. We’ll also take care of your drain, sink, toilet, or water heater! You can count on us to get the job done right the very first time. 

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We’ll inspect the situation, determine what to do, and get to work right away. You won’t need to worry about doing it yourself, dealing with the damage, or even dealing with mold- we’ll take care of everything for you. 

If any of your appliances have gone kaput, don’t hesitate to give us a call! We’re available 24/7 for anything you may need to repair or cleanup. Just contact The Steam Team right away. 

Considering Concrete Cleaning? We Can Help!

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Possibly the most underrated flooring, concrete can be used in essentially every area of a home. From the garage, to the living areas, to even the back patio- it’s versatile and easily changeable, too. On today’s blog, we’re covering all the reasons staining your concrete can benefit your home.

A Better Look For Less

An ordinary concrete slab might look a little dull, but when you have your concrete professionally stained, it’s able to take on a myriad of appearances. You can make your concrete flooring look just like wood, marble, stone or even leather. And the best part about it is, concrete flooring and staining still costs less than those other flooring options, so you’re getting the same luxurious look for a fraction of the cost!

Easy To Maintain

Not only is concrete flooring and staining easier on your wallet, but it’s also easier to maintain. Unlike other flooring options, the stain on concrete will not chip, fade, or peel over time. Stained concrete floors also require very little cleaning and upkeep to stay in great condition. The only maintenance you’ll have to worry about is occasionally cleaning with a damp mop. Because of all of this, stained concrete flooring is the longest lasting flooring option there is!

Professional Concrete Staining

The job of staining concrete flooring, whether inside or outside, is certainly a big job that you’ll want professional help for. When it comes to The Steam Team, our concrete staining experts’ process involves rigorous polishing, followed by applying an acid-based stain to the concrete slab. When you choose The Steam Team, you’ll be getting the best professionals with years of experience on similar jobs, and they’ll use only the most effective and powerful equipment to get the job done right. For more information, feel free to call or visit The Steam Team website.

How To Reduce Dirt in Your Carpet

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Carpet cleaning might seem endless, but there are several small changes you can make that result in big benefits. For example, simply removing shoes from walking on the carpet will elongate its lifetime by reducing daily wear and tear. If you’re tired of vacuuming constantly, we might have a few tricks up our sleeve to help. 

Remove Shoes at the Entrance

We’ll start here since we briefly mentioned it already, remove yours and everyone else’s shoes at the entrance to your home. You can purchase a decorative basket or shoe rack for the shoes to stay while you have guests over. This simple way of protecting your carpet will save the individual carpet fibers from damage resulting in them lasting longer.

Decorate With Area Rugs

Area rugs are another great way we can protect our carpet from wear and tear! We’re not saying you should cover all of your carpet. Just maybe those areas that receive the highest amount of foot traffic, like entryways, hallways, and living rooms. Lay area rugs down to prevent more wear and tear, and enjoy decorating your home while you do it! 

Deep Clean Your Carpet

Eliminate stains and signs of wear and tear by having your carpet deep cleaned occasionally! A professional-grade steam cleaning machine, like the ones we have here at The Steam Team, are powerful enough to extract dirt and grime from the fibers of your carpet, but gentle enough not to harm the carpet itself. So if it’s been a while since your carpet has seen the professionals, give The Steam Team a call. We have plenty of experience in both protecting and cleaning carpet; you’ll be amazed by our results! 

Don’t hesitate. Give The Steam Team a call today. They’ll provide a clean that you can truly trust, and one that will last a while, too! 

Following Water Damage: How to React

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Water damage can occur in a split-second when we least expect it. Something so essential to our daily lives can also cause extensive damage to our homes during a storm, leak, or even a fire. That’s why we got involved, here at The Steam Team, in helping our neighbors around Austin and surrounding cities to restore their homes and businesses from any water damage that may have occurred. We’ve trained our technicians who have become experts in recovery and even mold remediation- an unfortunate result from moisture. Today, we wanted to help you know how to react to water damage, whether it’s from a natural disaster, a busted pipe, or broken appliance.

Act Quickly

First and foremost, it’s important to act as quickly as possible once you discover water damage! Remember, it only takes 24-48 hours for mold to begin growing and spreading throughout your home (the last thing anyone wants). The quicker you’re able to act following water damage, the quicker your home will be restored.

Dry Out the Area

Next, do your best to dry out the area until the professionals arrive. We know that this is no simple task, especially when you’re battling mold and other contaminants, but remember that the longer you leave an area moist, the more likely it is that mold will form. 

Call in The Steam Team

The Steam Team really knows what they’re doing when it comes to water damage! You can put your trust in us. As we mentioned before, our technicians are expertly trained to handle anything and everything surrounding water damage. Whether it’s the beginning of restoration or helping you through the insurance process, we’ve seen it all. 

So remember, as soon as you encounter water damage in or around your home, give The Steam Team a call! 

How To Properly Care For Your Leather Furniture

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Some people out there complain that leather furniture maintenance is too much or too complicated, and that leather furniture isn't worth owning, but here at The Steam Team we don’t think so at all! As long as you have a basic understanding of leather furniture care, anyone can have a leather couch, chair or other piece of furniture and keep in in great condition! Let’s discuss what needs to be done to keep your leather in tip-top shape.

Cleaning Spills

As with any piece of furniture, you’ll probably spill something on it at some point, and cleaning up those spills quickly before they can become stains is key. Leather tends to stain easier than some other materials, but as long as you use a soft, dry cloth to wipe up the spill you should be just fine. After you’ve wiped the area, allow the leather to air dry to help avoid staining.

Annual Conditioning

With real leather, since it used to be animal hide, it requires a certain level of moisture to be maintained for it to stay healthy. Most leather will need to be conditioned once every 12 months, but some leathers need conditioning every 6 months. Since this can change based on your specific make of leather, be sure to check the tag or call the manufacturer and ask. But keep in mind that only products specifically designed for leather conditioning can be used on leather. Other products may do harm to the material.

Leather Care From The Steam Team

As you now know, leather cleaning and conditioning isn’t too difficult and can be done all on your own! But for those who don’t have the time or aren’t sure what products and methods to use, Our Steam Team technicians can handle detailed cleaning and conditioning of your leather furniture for you! Just be sure to give us a call or visit The Steam Team website for more information.

Is Your Hardwood Floor Showing These Signs of Deterioration?

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If you own a hardwood floor in your home or business, do you pay close attention to its condition? Do you know the signs to look out for that show deterioration? Do you know what to do when your floor is deteriorating? If you don’t know the answers to these questions, The Steam Team is here to help.

Water Damage

Next time you see your hardwood floor, look closely. If some boards dark spots on them that weren’t there before, or some of the boards have seperated or changed in shape, the floor may be suffering from water damage. When this happens, your floor will certainly need to be refinished, and some boards may even need to be replaced, otherwise your floor could suffer even more damage.

Board Discoloration

Your hardwood floor has a polyurethane finish on it that protects it from damage and deterioration. But if you see the board turning dull, gray or black over time, it means this finish has been worn down and your floors will need to be refinished as soon as possible. If you have hardwood near a window and it becomes dull or gray, that means the sunlight has damaged it over time, and again, it will need to be refinished.

Scratches and Marks

When it comes to scratches and marks on your hardwood floor, pay close attention. If their only on the very surface, they might be fine. But if the scratches have penetrated the finish, the floor is now susceptible to more damage and will need to be refinished soon.

The Steam Team

Now that you know what to look for in your floor, you just need a plan for how you’re going to refinish it. That’s what The Steam Team is here for! Our professional cleaning technicians will come prepared with the right equipment for our dust-free process of sanding and refinishing your hardwood floor to make them look good as new, and able to withstand day-to-day activity once again! For more information on our hardwood floor refinishing process, as well as our many other services, please visit The Steam Team website.

Tile and Grout Cleaning: Advice From The Pros

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It’s finally time to throw out that old toothbrush you’ve been using to clean between the grout lines and scrub every tile of your floor! Now, The Steam Team is here to give you expert advice on cleaning your tile floors and keeping them clean.

Properly Mopping Tile

First of all, mopping is essential to keeping your tile floors cleaned (especially if you don’t own a steam cleaner). But when mopping, you have to make sure you’re doing it the right way for your tile. Start by sweeping and vacuuming to get rid of larger pieces of dirt and debris that may interfere with mopping. To start mopping, be sure to use a mixture of hot water and mild detergent. For the best outcome, use a rag or chamois mop, not a sponge mop, as sponge mop may push dirty water into the grout, making your job harder on you later.

Steam Cleaning

For cleaning tile, and especially for cleaning out those frustrating grout lines, there’s no better option than steam cleaning. Steam cleaning uses no chemicals but effectively rids any surface of dirt and bacteria. If you’re buying or renting a steam cleaner to use yourself, be sure that it comes with a small brush attachment for cleaning grout. But if you have too busy a schedule or it’s too frustrating to do the work yourself, or you simply want the best clean possible, call in The Steam Team and let our professional technicians handle the steam cleaning process for you!

Maintaining The Clean

Once you have your newly cleaned tile floor, here are some important tips that you should follow to keep your floor in great condition:

• Vacuum regularly.

• Always rinse with water after a spill.

• Add mats or rugs on areas of the tile that get stepped on frequently.

• Keep the floors dry at all times, even if the spill is just water or ice.

For more tips and tricks to keep your house clean year-round, check out our other blogs on our website.

Getting Rid of Grease Stains the Steam Team Way

Professional Rug & Carpet Cleaners

One of fabrics worst enemies: grease. Have you ever watched the grease spill- slow motion- onto your favorite shirt, favorite pair of pants, or even worse- favorite couch cushion? Whether you’re staring at grease on your furniture or flooring, The Steam Team is here to help!

Grease Stains and Carpet

How do you remove grease stains from carpet? It’s quite simple, actually. You probably have a bottle of rubbing alcohol lying around in your medicine cabinet. Since rubbing alcohol is a solvent, it’ll help to dissolve the oil and separate it from the carpet fibers! Once the stain has lifted, rinse away the rubbing alcohol with water. 

Grease Stains and Tile or Grout

What about tile and grout, when it comes to grease? It’s all too easy to spill while cooking an oily food. For grease stains on tile and grout, put on your gloves and goggles, and pour one gallon of water into a bucket. Stir in ¾ C of liquid chlorine bleach. Let the mixture sit on the tile and grout for 30 minutes, wetting it as necessary. With a scrub brush, scrub the tile and grout in small sections. When finished, mop with plain water to rinse away the bleach! 

Grease Stains and Countertops

Lastly, trust in the professionals to thoroughly clean grease off of your countertops. A professional-grade steam cleaner can remove grease stains from your countertops with ease. So give The Steam Team a call today! We’ll be out in no time to give you a hand! 

The Steam Team has been serving the Austin community for over a decade now. Don’t hesitate to give us a call today; we’ll come out to your home, inspect the area(s) that need cleaning, and we won’t leave until everything is spotless! You can rely on us to get the job done properly the first time.