Taking Care of Mold in Your Place of Business

Mold: we don’t like to think about it, and we certainly don’t like dealing with it. But the fact of the matter is, sometimes we have to. Is mold growing in your place of business? Here’s some information about mold contamination, as well as a couple of suggestions as to what you should do- should a moldy situation arise!

Mold

Mold grows and thrives in dark, damp environments. It only needs twenty four hours to grow and spread; that’s hardly any time at all! That’s why it’s so important to contact the professionals as soon as you spot a mold problem. The quicker you get to the problem, the faster you stop it from spreading!

Mold Contamination

Mold contamination is absolutely no joke. It spreads extremely quickly and needs to be contained as soon as is possible. In addition to being a natural pest, mold is a health risk. Those with allergies and asthma will definitely suffer more from a mold issue. It’s hard to know how mold will affect you and your coworkers, so it’s better to not even risk it!

Contact the Professionals

When a “moldy situation,” arises, it’s really important that you contact the professionals immediately! They’ll have the right tools and equipment for the job- not to mention plenty of expertise and experience! This is no project you want to do on your own, trust us- The Steam Team!

You don’t have to do everything on your own. Contact The Steam Team for all of your needs regarding mold and mold contamination. We’re available 24/7 for emergency situations, so you can always rely on us. Whether it’s a mold problem or a simple clean up job, we’re the right team of experts for it! You’ll be utterly amazed at our results. And if it’s a mold problem, well, you’ll be relieved!

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!

Restoring Your Home From Fire Damage: Advice from The Experts

According to the National Fire Protection Association, there were 352,000 house fires reported in The United States in 2016 alone! A fire can spread very quickly, engulfing an entire house in less than five minutes! Even when the fire has gone out, the trouble is far from over. But if you’re careful to follow this advice, you can make your home good as new!

Safety and Preparation

First things first, NEVER enter a fire-damaged area until fire officials give you the all clear- and even when you do, be sure to make use of the proper safety attire;

• Waterproof boots

• A body suit made from plastic

• A breathing mask

• Goggles

• Industrial strength cleaning gloves

Once you’re all suited up, the next step is to search the structure for any breaches, and seal them immediately. The best method for addressing a breach is by using a rugged tarp that can create a full seal around the breach.

Restoration

Now that you’ve protected yourself and your home from any potential harm, you’re ready to get to work on the house itself. You’ll want to begin by removing any water from the house, which is normally pooled all over the ground after a fire. You can remove the water using a water pump and a press extractor, which can either be purchased from a supplier, or at a local store such as Home Depot. The next step is to remove the soot and ash from all the surfaces of objects in the house. This can be done with sponges and heavy-duty cleaners. With the soot removed, you can examine the damage and decide whether your things can be restored, or need to be thrown out.

Once the fire-damaged items have been removed, walk around and see the extent of the damage to the floors, walls, and ceiling, to determine what needs repairing. Thoroughly clean the soot off of the entire foundation- This step may take a few days. When that’s finally done, you’ll want to replace the filters in all of your heating and A/C units to reduce that smokey smell. Then, you’re finally prepared for the long process of fully restoring those heavily impacted areas.

Professional Help

If doing all that work yourself sounds too daunting, you’re in luck, The Steam Team has restoration professionals that are ready for your calls 24 hours a day, 7 days a week! They’ll start by inspecting the entire structure of your building(s) to get a good picture of the extent of the damage. This process allows you to get a full report on the scope of the damage, as well as a great estimate of repair costs.

3 Tips for Keeping Tile and Grout Clean in Austin Texas

Are you noticing the grime build up and take over your tile and grout? It happens easily; grout is porous in nature and therefore easily absorbs liquids. This causes staining and discoloration! But it’s not a lost cause. With a few good practices put in place, and the help of a professional clean and restoration company, like The Steam Team, we can keep your tile and grout looking clean and bright- easily!

Prevent Spills and Accidents

The first step to keeping tile clean is to just be very, very careful. Try your best to prevent spills and accidents by keeping liquids away from the tiled floor (unless you’re in the kitchen, of course), and tend to accidents immediately. Remember that the faster you handle a spill, the less likely it is to stain!

Scrub, Scrub, Scrub!

After sweeping and mopping comes scrubbing! It can’t be avoided, unless you’ve decided to steam clean your tile and grout. Otherwise, scrubbing it is. Grab your scrub brush and your household tile cleaner and bust out that elbow grease! You’re going to need it.

Steam Cleaning Tile and Grout

We always recommend steam cleaning when it comes to caring for tile and grout. There are many benefits to this type of cleaning; for instance, it cleans without chemicals, and therefore won’t damage your tile and grout. It easily extracts dirt and grime from deep within the pores of grout, and leaves it looking like new! It’s efficient, effective, and perfectly safe for the environment. All it uses is hot water, and high water pressure.

The Steam Team has over a decade of experience in cleaning and caring for tile and grout! If you let us take over the job, we’ll be sure to do it right, and do it right the first time. Don’t be shy; give us a call today!

Cleaning Out the Office: Tips From the Pro's

It’s a new year, and perhaps time for a bit of change in your office! Let’s do some rearranging, redecorating, and most importantly, cleaning. Nothing feels more renewing than stepping into a freshly cleaned office! The Steam Team has five simple guidelines for you to follow if you want to keep your office as clean as possible.

Dust Regularly

Offices collect dust very quickly and need to be cleaned more than just occasionally! We can’t avoid it. Even if you aren’t thrilled about it, dust surfaces, corners, computers, and draperies on the regular.

Keep Window Blinds Clean

Window blinds trap all kinds of dust, dirt, and debris and they can be quite inconvenient to clean! Who feels like removing their blinds and washing them, or dusting each slat one by one? Fortunately, with a professional-grade steam cleaner, The Steam Team can clean your office’s blinds without even removing them!

Vacuum Often

You never know what’s lurking deep within the fibers of your carpet. Dust mites, dirt, debris, dander, and crumbs (from eating lunch at your desk) could all be hiding out in your carpet. Vacuum thoroughly at least once a week to keep the flooring looking great!

Avoid Eating at Your Desk

Try not to eat lunch at your desk! Instead, head to the break room; that’s what it’s for, right?. Besides, it can feel incredibly refreshing to step away from your work for some time. Sometimes lunch can get messy; eating at your desk will cause grime to build up faster; you simply can’t avoid spills!

Call The Steam Team

Our last one: call The Steam Team for all of your high rise cleaning needs! We have over a decade of experience cleaning office buildings, homes, apartments, retail spaces, and so many more- you can definitely rely on us to get the job done quickly!

Is Steam Cleaning Safe for Your Family?

So you’re getting ready for some heavy duty cleaning, and wondering which method you should use! The Steam Team always strongly encourages steam cleaning, as it’s completely safe for your family, and the environment! Let’s take a glance at the many benefits of steam cleaning so that you can make an informed decision about which method you should use this time around!

What is Steam Cleaning?

Steam cleaning, or hot water extraction, uses absolutely nothing but hot water and high water pressure to extract grime from many types of flooring and surfaces alike. It doesn’t use any chemicals at all! That’s what makes it so safe for your family.

Why Choose Steam Cleaning?

Steam cleaning is cost efficient. You won’t be spending money on chemicals or household cleaners! You won’t even need ‘em! We know- it’s a huge relief.

Steam cleaning is a versatile method of cleaning. It can clean anything from natural stone flooring, carpeting, tile and grout, and even counter top and draperies! Forget that scrub brush and mop and bucket; all you need is a good ‘ol steam cleaning machine!

The professionals can do it all for you. How convenient is that? You can save both time and energy by hiring a professional cleaning and restoration company to help you out. Just make sure you’re choosing wisely; sometimes it’s better to hire a professional than to rent a machine. A professional steam cleaning company will have the perfect equipment for the job.

The Steam Team is ready and willing to help clean your house today! Go online to view our cleaning and restoration services, and then give us a call! We’re available 24/7 for anything you might need, from cleaning up the house, to restoring your home after a disaster. Whatever it is, we’re here for you!

3 Ways to Prevent Shoes From Damaging Your Flooring

Are your shoes damaging your beautiful flooring? Probably! Those hard soles just can’t help it. But fortunately, there are several things we can do to prevent wear and tear on our flooring- especially from our shoes. Below are three simple things you can do! Good luck!

Lay Area Rugs Around the Home

Place area rugs around your home to protect your flooring. They can also be a great way to accessorize a room and make it complete! Just make sure you occasionally shake the dust and dirt out of your rugs, and vacuum at least once a week. Remember: just because you can’t see the dirt, doesn’t mean it’s not there!

Remove Shoes at the Door

Here’s a secret: set a basket at the entrance to your home, dedicated to shoes. Have everyone remove their shoes before entering your home. This way, dirt and dust doesn’t even have the opportunity to come in contact with your flooring! You’ve stopped it right in its tracks. There’s really no reason to wear shoes on carpeting or even hardwood and tile flooring. Taking them off does wonders to protect your flooring.

Place Door Mats at Entrances

If you place a doormat at all of the entrances to your home, you’ll also be preventing dirt and debris from entering the house. You can find fancy ones, too, that decorate the room! But the main purpose is to protect your flooring from what’s being tracked in from your shoes! This is a great way to do so!

If your flooring is damaged from your shoes, or any other reason and needs replacing, contact The Steam Team right away! We have years of experience replacing flooring- as well as deep cleaning! We can also handle a simple (yet thorough) cleaning; just let us know what you need, and we’ll make it happen!

What Floors Can You Steam Clean?

What floors can you steam clean? Just about any, as long as it’s not hardwood! Below are a few different types of flooring that you can steam clean- and boy does it pay off (the steam cleaning, that is)! There’s just nothing that compares to the clean that this method provides. Once you start steam cleaning, you’ll hopefully never return to any other method again (unless necessary, of course)!

TIle and Grout

Steam cleaning is best for tile and grout. Why is this the case? Because grout is porous, and absorbs spills and accidents more easily than other types of flooring. Tile needs special care, as it can become stained and scratched easily, too! That’s why we recommend steam cleaning for tile and grout.

Marble and Stone

A professional-grade steam cleaner can easily clean marble and stone flooring! And you don’t have to worry about any damage occurring to your beautiful stone floorings; a steam cleaner is gentle. Using nothing but hot water and high water pressure, a steam cleaner cleans up a marble floor in no time!

Carpeting

Sometimes, vacuuming and shampooing aren’t enough, and greater measures should be taken on carpeting. Steam cleaning, for example! A steam cleaner reaches deep within the fibers of your dirty carpet, and extracts debris, dust, dirt, dander, and anything else lurking down in there! It’s your absolute best bet for keeping your carpet clean.

The Steam Team is more than happy to help keep your flooring in optimal condition! Visit our website to view our services, or give us a call today! We can come out to your home or commercial office, inspect the area, and do what needs to be done! You won’t have to lift a finger. Doesn’t that sound like the best plan? We think it does! Contact The Steam Team today.

3 Reasons to Call a Professional Cleaning and Restoration Company

Maybe you need some work done around the house, and you’re not sure who to call. Should you DIY the project, or call in a professional? Whatever your need is, we recommend calling in the pro’s for just about anything; after all, what could go wrong? Here are three reasons you should give The Steam Team a call whenever you’re in need.

We’ll Do it Right the First TIme

We’ll make sure the job is done right the very first time we set out to do it. There’s nothing worse than having to redo a project, or even a portion of one. Fortunately, The Steam Team doesn’t have that problem! Everything is done right the very first time.

We Won’t Make Any Mistakes

When you DIY a project, you run the risk of making a mess of the situation; it could happen to anybody. You never know. So hire a professional, who will make sure there aren’t any mistakes to be made! You can trust that The Steam Team knows exactly what we’re doing, and won’t make any mistakes- ever.

We’re Reliable and Trustworthy

The Steam Team has been assisting the Austin community for over ten years now! We have plenty of experience when it comes to any cleaning or restoration project. Our team of trained experts have no trouble at all tackling water damage, fire damage, deep cleaning, stain removal, or any other service!

Give The Steam Team Carpet Cleaning a call today and you won’t regret it. You’ll be highly impressed with our results; we guarantee it! So whatever it is- flood damage, or a pesky stain you can’t seem to remove, or even a hardwood floor that needs refinishing, hand it over to The Steam Team, and let us take care of it for you. We’re beyond happy to help out!

Moving? 3 Tips to Clean Our Your Old Home and Get Ready for the New!

Moving into a new home can be an overwhelming experience for everyone involved! There are so many things you have to do, like cleaning out the entire kitchen, everything in those old closets, and you even have to worry about the attic! But don’t worry; we’re here to simplify the process for you. Here are three areas you should focus on when cleaning out your old home, and getting ready for the new!

Cleaning Out Appliances

Stainless steel appliances tend to have steaks on their surface. But steam can easily remove these streaks- without the use of chemicals. There will be no residue left behind on the stainless steel!

Cleaning Out the Bathroom

The bathroom is a great place to start when cleaning out your old home; it won’t be visited as frequently as, for example, the living room. The main areas of importance in the bathroom are going to be the shower- especially if it’s tiled, the sink area, and the flooring. A professional-grade steam cleaner can easily extract grime from the tile and grout in your shower, as well as on the floor!

Carpeting and Flooring

The carpeting and flooring of your old home deserve your ultimate tender loving care. A steam cleaner, using nothing but hot water and high water pressure, can extract dirt, dust, debris, and other nasty, unwanted substances from deep within your carpet fibers. You can also use a steam cleaner on marble and natural stone flooring, or tile.

The Steam Team has well over a decade of experience cleaning and restoring homes to their original, pristine condition. When you set out to clean out your old home, consider contacting The Steam Team; we’re available 24/7, and can take care of anything, from a dirty bathroom floor, to hardwood floor that needs refinishing. Don’t hesitate; give us a call today!

Making Your Marble Shine with Cleaning

Unlike carpet, hardwood, and other materials that become dirty more easily, marble flooring stays cleaner. This makes it a great alternative to other types of flooring! But of course, it receives just as much foot traffic as any other floor, and thus needs to be cleaned on the regular… and steam cleaned periodically. That’s right, you can steam clean marble and natural stone! Here’s how to keep your marble floor looking great:

Sweeping and Dusting

Let’s start by establishing a regular cleaning routine for your marble floors. Dry dusting and sweeping frequently are of key importance! This way, you’ll be picking up dust, dirt, dander, and other debris that are lurking in the corners of your kitchen.

Use Marble-Approved Cleaning Formulas

It’s important to use cleaning formulas that are meant to be used on marble flooring! This prevents any accidents that may happen. Commercial stone cleaners work just fine, and they make the process much easier. Simply find one that’s meant for marble, and you’re good to go! You could also try marble sealants and polishes to really bring out its shine!

Catch Stains When They Happen

As always, wipe up spills immediately once they occur. This does wonders to prevent staining! Work as quickly as possible (but be thorough) at removing the stain. Again, using a concoction that’s meant for marble!

Contact The Steam Team

With over a decade of experience and expertise, The Steam Team is your number one choice of professionals for marble cleaning and polishing! You can count on us; we know exactly what we’re doing, and what’s more important- we’re here to help you! You can trust that we’ll get the job done without damaging your floor, countertops, and other surfaces. Our customers are our top priority, so rest assured- your marble floors will look great after we’ve cleaned and restored them!

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Leather furniture can be a wonderful addition to any room, and it can really last a long time if we care for it and treat it properly. So if you’ve recently gone out and purchased a new piece of furniture for your home and you’re a tad lost on how to care for it, fret no more! The Steam Team has the best information on caring for your leather furniture! Follow these guidelines and your upholstery will be looking fantastic for a long, long time!

What You SHOULDN’T Do

Let’s start off by reviewing what not to do when it comes to caring for our leather furniture! To start, we shouldn’t use detergents, ammonia, or harsh cleaning solutions to clean up spills. Next, keep sharp objects away from leather, as it scratches easily (so, those arts and crafts? Keep ‘em at the dining table). It’s also wise not to place printed objects on the furniture, as the dyes could soak through its upholstery!

Dusting Your Furniture

Since it’s important to keep your leather upholstery clean, use a clean, white cloth to dust your furniture every couple of weeks. You can clean off accumulated dirt with a dampened cloth, but do a test run first, to make sure your leather isn’t absorbing the moisture. And as we always say, blot spills, don’t rub them! We don’t want the stain to spread!

Conditioning Your Leather

Condition your leather upholstery every six months to one year. Leather is a lot like our skin, in the sense that it can dry out easily! You can find specially-formulated conditioners for your furniture, but first check its care label for critical instructions!

The Steam Team Can Help

The Steam Team has over a decade of experience cleaning and caring for leather upholstery! Don’t be shy; give us a call today!

Steam Team Cleaning Grout: The Easy Method

We love the way tile (and grout) looks in our home, but sometimes it can be a pain to care for! Grout is porous, meaning, it easily absorbs spills and accidents that cause stains and discoloration- not to mention grime. So what’s the easiest method to cleaning tile and grout? Well, below we’ll talk about several methods of cleaning grout, and we’ll save the best for last!

Grout Sealant

It’s always best to install grout sealant! Grout sealer serves as a barrier between grout and liquid, preventing stains and discoloration. It’s a must for your tile and grout. It’s its best protection!

Sweeping and/or Mopping

Sweeping and mopping the floor on the regular is necessary to keeping tile and grout clean. It’s step one on chore day (when it comes to flooring, that is)! You wouldn’t believe the amount of dust, dirt, and pet hair that gets caught up in the corners of our kitchen, hallways, pretty much everywhere!

Scrubbing

Scrubbing grout is a pretty effective method of cleaning, but it requires a lot of energy and elbow grease. Chlorine bleach works best, but make sure you’re wearing safety glasses as it tends to splash. Also, avoid using abrasive materials when you’re scrubbing tile; you wouldn’t want to permanently scratch it!

Steam Cleaning: The Easiest Method

For tile and grout cleaning, The Steam Team always recommends steam cleaning. It’s the top, number one, easiest, most effective method of cleaning! It lifts stains and grime right out of grout; you’ll barely believe it!

No matter how dirty your tile and grout are, The Steam Team can restore them to their original condition! You’ll be floored by the results of our team of trained experts! Just give us a call today and we’ll be out in no time! We’d love to bring back that shine in your tile and grout. We also offer 24 hour water damage services. 

After the Fire: Ridding Your Home of Odors

No matter the scale of damage after a house fire, the experience can be traumatizing and at the very least, stressful! But don’t worry; The Steam Team has your back. There’s no fire or smoke damage that we can’t handle! And when it comes to smoke damage, we know exactly how to bring back that fresh scent you’ve been missing! Below are three tips to rid your home of smoke odor after a house fire.

Properly Ventilate the Area

After a fire, your home needs a ton of fresh air! It’s highly important that you properly ventilate the affected area. How do you do this? By opening all doors and windows (keep pets from escaping by using baby gates at the entrances to your home), and place box fans all around the area. Set them to high! This will help push contaminated air out of your home.

Do Some Deep Cleaning

Unfortunately, the only way to permanently remove smoke odor is to properly clean everything. This means gathering up linens to be washed and/or dry cleaned (couch covers, blankets and sheets, clothing, etc). It also means washing your drapes, walls, and thoroughly cleaning all surfaces in your home. If the task is too heavy, call in a professional cleaning company!

Call the Steam Cleaners

A professional cleaning and restoration company can be very useful in times like these. They can get the cleaning job done in no time, without you having to lift a finger! They can also effectively remove smoke odors and restore your home to its original condition!

The Steam Team is always here to help; in fact, we’re available 24/7. So if you’ve recently endured a house fire and need assistance (and normalcy), just give us a call today! We have all of the right tools and expertise for the job.

Make Your Shower Tile Sparkle with Steam Cleaning

It’s no secret that a tiled shower is difficult to keep clean! That’s why The Steam Team is here to help you out, both to lend you some advice, and to physically help you out. Because grime and soap scum build up so quickly in our showers (and mold, too, yuck!), it’s important that we call in the professionals from time to time. The Steam Team is available 24/7 and would love to help you help your shower sparkle!

Below are three shower tile cleaning tips for you!

Dealing with Soap Scum

Soap scum builds up quickly and is difficult to remove- especially if your shower tiles haven’t been cleaned for some time! Find a cleaning product suitable for the job (there are so many options available on the market) and get to scrubbing! Don’t stress too much; whatever you can’t clean off, a steam cleaner can get to!

Cleaning Grime from Grout

Grout is porous in nature and absorbs stains easily, building up all kinds of grime that we just can’t stand! We always suggest steam cleaning when it comes to grout. A professional-grade steam cleaner can easily extract grime from deep within the pores of grout, ridding it of stains and discoloration!

Dry Everything Thoroughly

After you’ve finished cleaning and have rinsed your shower walls, it’s important to dry everything completely. Doing so will help prevent the development of mold, mildew, and soap scum (basically, everything we’ve already cleaned off thus far). You’ll love the look of your shower, afterward!

The Steam Team has been helping our friends in Austin, TX for over a decade now! We’re happy to keep our services going. If your shower has built up too much grime for you to handle, don’t fret; simply call in the professionals: The Steam Team. We’ll be out in no time to make your shower sparkle like never before!

Rid Your Home of Chemicals with Steam Cleaning

Maybe it’s time to go a little more green this year! Let’s talk ridding your home of those pesky chemicals that are found in regular household products. We can clean without them! Wait, what’s that? Is that true? It absolutely is! Through steam cleaning, The Steam Team can clean your home top-to-bottom without using any chemicals.

What is Steam Cleaning?

Steam cleaning, or hot water extraction, is a method of cleaning that we’re always pushing you to accept! It’s a method that cleans, disinfects, and even sterilizes surfaces, flooring, draperies, furniture, and more. It cleans without the use of chemicals, and it cleans thoroughly. There’s no clean like the clean that steam cleaning provides!

How Does Steam Cleaning Work?

Steam cleaning’s primary source is heat. It cleans using nothing but heat and water, and of course, high water pressure. It cleans quickly, and dries quickly, too! And there are few things a steam cleaner can’t clean. That’s why we say we can clean your house top to bottom! You’ll be amazed at the results of steam cleaning- once you switch over!

Call in The Steam Team

It’s always best to call in the professionals when it comes to steam cleaning. You don’t need to DIY this project. Calling a professional cleaning and restoration company, like The Steam Team, eliminates the possibility of any mishaps, and gets the job done in warp speed! Well, quickly, at least. You’ll love our work, because we love doing it!

The Steam Team has been serving the Austin, TX area for over a decade now; why should we stop? We love helping the city of Austin become a cleaner, healthier place. So if your home or commercial office is in need of a thorough, deep cleaning, don’t hesitate to give The Steam Team a call!

Why Rug Cleaning?

Are you looking for a new way to clean your home this season? Forget Spring Cleaning; we’re starting early this year! And do we have the best cleaning method yet: steam cleaning! Below, we’ll explain to you why steam cleaning your home beats any other method of cleaning. And the best part? You won’t be putting in much elbow grease- if any!

It’s Completely Safe

Is Fido licking the floor right after you’ve steam cleaned it? That’s okay. Steam cleaning is entirely safe for the environment. Meaning, it’s safe for your pets and loved ones, too! It cleans without the use of any chemicals, so it doesn’t leave any potentially harmful residue behind. This is why we’re always trying to get our customers to begin steam cleaning their homes; what’s not to love about it?

It’s Easy and Efficient

Steam cleaning is both easy and time/energy-efficient! All it uses is hot water and high water pressure, and there’s absolutely no scrubbing involved! A professional-grade steam cleaning machine easily lifts debris and dirt from the pores of grout, fibers of carpeting, and more!

The Professionals Can Do it All

Sometimes it’s just easier to call in the Pro’s and let them take over the situation! Whether you’re dealing with flood damage or just need a good ol’ deep cleaning, the pro’s are here for you. The Steam Team has been helping out the Austin community for over a decade and have plenty of experience and expertise for any job!

The Steam Team is available 24/7 to help you out. We can clean anything from couches to carpeting, and restore your home to its original condition if there’s been any damage, like fire or water damage. We’re here for you through thick and thin! Just pick up the phone and give us a call whenever you’re in need!

Stopping Mold In Its Tracks- Austin Texas Steam Team

You know how dangerous mold can be if allowed to spread: harm to those with allergies, asthma, or another illness- and you’re definitely risking the growth and spread of bacteria! And mold growth happens in the blink of an eye, so it’s important to notice it as soon as it starts spreading. So here are three great steps for stopping mold in its tracks!

Dry Up Moisture Immediately

Never let a spill sit! For large spills, consider using a dehumidifier to dry up all of the moisture. The longer a spill sits on your flooring or furniture, the more likely it is that mold with begin to grow and fester! And if you’re dealing with a flood, call the professionals immediately!

Keep an Eye Out for Leaks

Leaks are a leading cause of mold growth in the home, so keep an eye out for them! Check the bathroom for shower head leaks, and of course cover the pipes when necessary to prevent disastrous situations! Moist areas are the perfect breeding ground for mold spores.

Always Wear Protection

Your health comes first. When you’re resolving a moldy situation, it’s important to guard your health and wellbeing! To prevent inhaling mold spores, always wear a protective mask. You can find these masks at your local pharmacy or department store; it’s super simple. So don’t take the situation likely; always wear protection.

How long does mold take to spread and grow? Only 24 hours, friends. In twenty four hours, mold can take over your home and cause you a major headache (not to mention the hit your wallet could take!). So don’t delay; call The Steam Team today! We’re your leading cleaning and restoration company in Austin, TX, and we’re experts when it comes to mold remediation. We’ll stop that mold right in its tracks! The Steam Team Mold remediation team. 

Office Cleaning Over the Holidays

Well friends, it’s that time of year. It’s time for the holidays to come to an end and for the new year to begin! Time to clean up our offices in preparation. The holidays are a great time for office cleaning since we have so much time off, so let’s review what needs to be cleaned this time around!

When cleaning your office, here are a few areas to focus on, and more importantly, areas that we can clean for you! Contact The Steam Team of Austin, Texas anytime, any day, and we’ll be out to assist you with anything you need!

Desks, Tables, and Other Surfaces

We’re often guilty of eating lunch at our desks; it’s just so convenient, isn’t it? But unfortunately, it’s terrible for our desk, in the sense that it dirties it up a lot quicker! And it’s not just your desk that you’re worried about; end tables need regular cleaning, too! Luckily, The Steam Team can help with that.

Flooring

Whether it’s carpet, tile, or wood flooring, The Steam Team can help you keep the floors of your office clean! Steam cleaning is a safe and effective method for keeping your floors clean; it doesn’t use any chemicals, and easily extracts dust, dirt, and other nasties from flooring.

Window Blinds

You wouldn’t believe the amount of dust and debris that accumulates on our window blinds! Fortunately, The Steam Team can clean your window blinds without even removing them from where they’re hung! It’s easy, simple, and convenient- much better than removing them and washing them in a tub!

The Steam Team is happy to help you keep your office clean this season! Just give us a call; we’re available 24/7 to help you out! Your clients, coworkers, and the like will be impressed with the job we do, you just wait and see!

Protecting and Maintaining Upholstered Furniture

Upholstered furniture adds a gorgeous flare to your home, no matter where its placed. Whether you have an accent chair that rarely gets used or we’re talking about your everyday family sofa- upholstered furniture is no easy feat to clean. Fortunately, there are some precautions you can take to keep your upholstered furniture staying clean longer- but ultimately, everything needs a deep, thorough clean every once in a while.

Take A Few Precautions:

Direct sunlight can be harmful to our furniture as it causes the fabric to fade and discolor. Avoid placing upholstery near bright, sunny windows, and rotate cushions periodically to ensure the fabric isn’t sitting in direct sunlight for extended periods of time.

Regular Maintenance:

The best thing you can do for your furniture is to vacuum periodically throughout the week. Especially if you have (small) children and/or pets, crumbs seem to inch their way into every crack and crevice of our furniture. Vacuum the surface of the cushions and then in between, if you can, to make sure there isn’t anything left behind.

When it comes to spills and other stains, try to treat them as soon as you can- especially on softer fabrics. The longer liquids and other materials are left to sit, the more likely they are to stain the furniture. It’s best to blot up any spill first, and then apply your cleaning solution. Do not rub when it comes to spills because then the spot is more likely to spread.

When in Doubt, Call the Steam Team

The Steam Team can help by treating your upholstery with a fabric protectant! Not only does our fabric protectant help to resist spills, but it also protects against ultraviolet radiation. So don’t hesitate to give us a call today- we’d love to help you protect your favorite upholstered furniture from everyday accidents! We also offer water damage services for commercial and residential customers.