3 Dusty Places to Take Care of this Spring

Are you spring cleaning this year? We hope so! Not just because it’s a good practice in general, but because The Steam Team can help you out! Whether you’re looking to have your air ducts professionally cleaned, or your floors steam cleaned, we’re here for you. We can cover almost anything with our professional-grade steam cleaner!

Air Ducts

Air ducts are notorious for hoarding dust, dirt, dander, and other allergens. If you’re having trouble with your allergies this season (even indoors), then it may be time to check out your air ducts and have them professionally cleaned. You won’t regret it! And how often do you need to do this, anyway? Let’s just get it over with.

Underneath Furniture

When was the last time you moved your couch and checked underneath for dust, dirt, and pet hair? It’s probably safe to say that this doesn’t happen very often. It may be a pain to physically move your furniture around to make sure everything is cleaned thoroughly, but we promise: the results are well worth the effort.

Ceiling Fans

Try this: turn off your ceiling fan (because we know it runs almost constantly). Now, what do you see? Dust? More dust? So much dust you forgot what color the blades were? That’s okay. Ceiling fan blades can be steam cleaned! So after you’ve dusted, give The Steam Team a call; we’ll be able to reach those tight spots and give your fan the thorough clean that it deserves.

And there you have it, friends! Now, don’t forget: there are plenty of other dusty areas around your home or office, so don’t neglect those! And also don’t hesitate to call in The Steam Team, no matter what you need done around your home. We’re not just here for spring cleaning! We can help with cleanup and restoration, too!

Keep Your Carpet Looking Clean and Pristine

If your home experiences a ton of foot traffic (do you have children, pets?), then you probably are very familiar with the plight of keeping carpet looking clean and pristine. Luckily, The Steam Team is here to step in and lend you a hand. So without further ado, here are three basic rules to keeping your carpet in tip top shape!

Leave Your Shoes at the Door

Try finding a large basket or shoe organizer for everyone’s shoes! Then ask all family members and guests to remove their shoes at the front door. Our shoes carry so much dirt and mud in from the outside; not allowing them to touch the carpet does wonders for keeping it clean!

Learn the Tricks to Stain Removal

Next, learn a few tricks to stuff up your sleeve. You never know when you might need them. Accidents happen all of the time, and there are few things we can do to prevent them! Make sure your cleaning supplies cabinet is always stocked and ready! And remember: never rub a stain, only blot!

Vacuum Frequently

Vacuuming is the best, most simple thing you can do keep your carpet in good condition. Not only does it pick up dirt, dust, dander, pet hair and other unsightly things, but it also keeps your carpet from becoming matted down. In other words, vacuuming keeps your carpet clean, and looking like new!

Of course, there are several things you can do to keep your carpet in pristine condition. Another great idea is to call in the professionals every once in a while! Your carpet will occasionally need a deep cleaning, and who’s better for the job than The Steam Team? The Steam Team is a team of trained experts who specialize in not only carpet maintenance and cleaning, but also a wide array of cleaning and restoration projects! Don’t hesitate to give us a call today!

3 Ways to Care for Your Textiles

Do you have leather upholstered furniture that could use a thorough cleaning and conditioning? Leather is a lot like our skin; it’s delicate, and requires a certain level of care. It has to stay moisturized and clean at the same time. That’s why below, The Steam Team has laid out three ways to care for your leather upholstery. We’re always here to help! And don’t forget; we’re only a phone call away!

Cleaning Leather Furniture

When it comes to cleaning leather furniture, always start by wiping it down with a clean, dry cloth. Use a damp cloth if you come across any dirt spots, but remember not to make the leather wet. Use a vacuum attachment to reach corners and crevices, and to clean out from underneath cushions. When it comes to cleaning up spills and stains, act quickly, and only use cleaning formulas that are specifically made for leather.

Increasing Leather’s Longevity

There are some things you can do to help your leather last its longest. For instance, placing your leather upholstered furniture away from direct sunlight will help it not to fade and crack. If it does come into contact with sunlight, rotating it every once in a while will also help. Make sure you’re also applying a leather conditioner on the regular!

Storing Leather Upholstery Properly

When it comes time to store your leather furniture, have it professionally cleaned, and make sure it thoroughly dries before storing it. You can place it on top of wooden pallets to keep it off of the ground, and remember never to wrap leather as it can cause moisture to lock in and ruin the furniture!

If your leather upholstery could use a good deep cleaning, we strongly recommend steam cleaning it! Preferably, we’d have you call us: the professionals. The Steam Team is a group of trained experts who specialize in several cleaning and restoration projects. We’re available 24/7 to help you out!

Marble Polishing 101: Call in the Professionals

Marble is a natural material that is used to produce beautiful kitchen countertops, tile floors, marble bathroom vanities, marble wall tile and even columns. If you have marble in your home, you probably want to do everything in your power to take the very best care of it and ensure that it stays clean and undamaged. If you follow our advice carefully, you’ll be able to do just that!

Why Professionals?

When it comes to any home cleaning, the job will almost always be done better with the help of professionals. This is especially the case when it comes to marble polishing. If you’re wondering why, it’s because marble can be rather tricky to clean and maintain.

When you’re cleaning or polishing other surfaces, you might be able to just buy any generic product or use your own DIY concoction, this is not the case with marble. That is because marble is more sensitive to acid than other surfaces, making it more sensitive to cleaning products and even some foods that contain acid like citrus products and sodas. Marble is also softer and more porous than other stone, meaning it scratches and etches much more easily than other surfaces might. For these reasons, marble requires great care- and you can never go wrong with a professional!

The Steam Team

When it comes to marble polishing, you won’t find anyone that does it quite like The Steam Team! Luckily for you and for your marble, The Steam Team has their own complete line of products for marble floor tile, marble countertops, marble vanities and even shower walls. These specialized products will be used carefully and thoroughly by the professionals to ensure that the job is done right.

When you call in The Steam Team, the most suitable method will be chosen according to the level of wear on your marble, and the professionals will take it from there; removing dirt, erasing stains and restoring the worn protective layer. If your marble needs polishing, call The Steam Team today!

3 Reasons to Handle Plumbing Overflow Immediately

Plumbing overflow is no matter to be taken lightly. If you have plumbing overflow in your home, it’s important that you act fast. Here are three reasons as to why you should take care of plumbing overflow immediately! And as always, don’t be afraid to rely on The Steam Team for guidance.

Prevent Mold Growth

It only takes twenty four hours for mold to begin to grow and spread. Mold is notorious for taking over homes and harming the health of those who inhabit them. If you spot mold growing in your home, contact the professionals immediately! It needs to be addressed as soon as possible. This is probably one of the most important factors when dealing with plumbing overflow.

You Might Not Know...

We don’t mean any offense by this, but you might not know what you’re dealing with! This is no DIY project. You could potentially cause more damage just by trying to help. If ever the problem seems to be out of your hands, don’t hesitate to call in The Steam Team. The Steam Team has over a decade of experience in dealing with plumbing overflow and cleanup; let us do the leg work for you!

You Might Need the Professionals

As we mentioned before, you might need the help of the professionals, like The Steam Team.  A professional cleaning and restoration company will be able to take your hairy situation and turn it into one that works for you once again!

Call The Steam Team today or log online to view our list of services and gather more information! We’re always standing by (literally, 24/7) and would love to help restore your home to its original condition. All it takes is one phone call! We’re not just here for plumbing overflow; we’re here for almost anything.

How Do You Clean Natural Stone?

So you have beautiful natural stone flooring, eh? Do you know how to properly clean it? Don’t worry, we’re here to help as always! Below, The Steam Team will provide a few tips on simple, intermediate, and deep cleaning your natural stone flooring. Happy cleaning, everyone! It’s certainly the season for it!

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!

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!

The Best Way to Care for Your Area Rug

Here at The Steam Team rug cleaning, we’re all about giving your carpeting the proper care and treatment! Even when it comes to area and oriental rugs. Today we’re going to talk about the best way to care for your area rugs and help them last even longer! Here are three things you can do to care for your area rugs!

Vacuum Often

Vacuuming isn’t something we take lightly when it comes to caring for area rugs! It has to be done, friends. Vacuum at least twice weekly, depending on the amount of foot traffic your rugs receive, in order to keep them in tip top shape! Once you get into the swing of things, it actually becomes quite easy!

Spot Treat Stains

When it comes to removing stains from your area rugs, treat them just like you would your carpet! Lean on your trusty carpet cleaner, or even consider calling in a professional carpet cleaning company. Companies like The Steam Team have plenty of experience with area rugs, and would love to help you out!

Call in the Pro’s

When the going gets tough and you can’t make it to your area rugs, The Steam Team understands. Sometimes, you just need the help of a professional- someone who really knows what they’re doing and have been at it for years! It’s not that we doubt your abilities; it’s that we know The Steam Team can handle anything when it comes to your area rugs.

If you live in the Austin area, don’t hesitate to call in The Steam Team! We’ve been serving the community of Austin for over a decade now, and we’re not stopping any time soon! We have plenty of experience under our belts with a wide variety of cleaning and restoration projects. So whatever you need, just give us a call!

The Best Way to Care for Your Marble Flooring

We’ve recently blogged about polishing your marble flooring- marble is an increasingly popular flooring option, and can bring a magnificent natural beauty to your home. However, marble is quite a delicate material that can easily scratch or stain, and to polish it the right way you’ll need to use great care and the proper materials.

Common Mistakes

Cleaning marble isn't quite as simple as it is with other flooring options, so before we get into our suggestions, you need to know what NOT to do with your marble to ensure that it won’t break.

Spills can certainly do damage to your marble floors, but mopping them up with a soaked mop can do even more damage. Be sure to only use a slightly damp mop for spills on a marble surface.

Marble is especially sensitive to acidic cleaners. For this reason, you should only clean marble with cleaners specifically designed for marble floors. Other store-bought products or DIY methods like vinegar, lemon, or ammonia could cause irreversible damage to your floors.

Never leave or drag heavy furnitures or sharp objects on a marble floor, as they can easily cause damage.

How It’s Done

To prepare for polishing your marble, a polishing compound specifically designed for your kind of marble (cultured or uncultured), a low-speed polisher and a marble sealant is used. Once the surface is perfectly clean, the compound is applied in small sections. It can be a tedious job since it needs to be done with expert care throughout- you don’t want to leave any room for damage to the marble!

Our Products and Services

If you want your marble floors to look the best they possibly can, you’re in luck. The Steam Team has their very own complete line of products for marble floor cleaning.

Prepping Your Concrete Patios For Summertime

When summertime approaches, you might be going out to buy a bathing suit and some sunscreen so that you’re ready to look good and face the heat. But your body isn't the only thing you need to be decorating and protecting from the sun’s rays. Staining your concrete is a great way to add some flavor to your patio, and a proper sealer is essential to the integrity of your concrete.

Preparing The Surface

The first step, as with most staining and/or sealing projects, is to make sure the surface is completely cleaned. Any dirt, residue or stains left on the concrete will show through the finished patio. You’ll need to use a heavy duty cleaner and scrub every inch of the patio. You may need to use a pressure washer and a degreaser as well.

Applying Concrete Stain

First, choose a stain of your choice. You can even mix-match colors if you want to. When applying the stain, you don’t want to apply it in direct sunlight. Instead, wait for a time of the day when the patio is shaded. Once this is done, follow these steps:

• Mask off the area to protect any walls, door frames, or any landscaping around the patio.

• Dilute the stain with water. (See manufacturer's recommendations)

• Spray on the first coat of the stain.

• Let the newly applied stain dry. Total cure time is 24 hours.

• Apply a second coat if more color is desired.

Sealing The Deal

For this step, you will once again need to wait for the patio to be shaded, as the sunlight can cause the sealer to not be as effective. First, apply your high-gloss sealer along the edges of the patio with a small brush. Then you can begin to use a roller to apply the sealer to the rest of the patio. After the first coat of sealer has dried for about two hours, apply a second coat. When you’re finished, your concrete patio will look colorful, clean, and sleek as ever. Remember, concrete patios need to be sealed every three to four years for proper protection!

Professional Services

DIY staining and sealing can be a big job. Luckily, The Steam Team professionals pride themselves on their ability to give your concrete patios a brand new look. Don’t hesitate to call!

5 Tips to Help You Spring Clean this Season

Well friends, it’s that time of year again: It’s time for spring cleaning! Let’s get excited about it, instead of bogged down! Below you’ll find five places we often neglect but need to clean! We hope our tips are helpful, and that your experience goes smoothly. Don’t forget: The Steam Team is always standing by to help you out!

Don’t Forget the Dusting

Oftentimes we get too busy and neglect to dust our shelves and surfaces. It’s no big deal; just don’t forget to do it this spring! Grab your trusty microfiber cloth and get to dusting! Don’t forget to change the cloth out frequently in order to pick up as much dust as possible.

Clean Your Window Blinds and Draperies

Did you know that window blinds and draperies often contain tons of dust and debris? This is an area that we almost always neglect; don’t make the mistake this year!

Beat the Old Rug

Every now and then those area and oriental rugs need a thorough cleaning! You can either beat it outside, the old fashioned way, vacuum your rugs, or you can call in The Steam Team to have them steam cleaned!

Clean Ceiling Fans

Another dusty area: ceiling fans! Grab that microfiber cloth again! These towels are best for collecting dust around your home!

Call in the Professionals

This one’s a little different. Here’s where we urge you to call in the professionals for a bit of help! Professional cleaning and restoration companies, like The Steam Team, are trained to help you clean your home and restore it back to its original condition!

The Steam Team is a team of trained professionals that has been serving the Austin community for over a decade now! You can definitely rely on us to get the job done- and get it done correctly. So if spring cleaning is bogging you down and you’re feeling overwhelmed, don’t wait! Call The Steam Team!

Treating Stains That Seem Stuck in Your Carpet

Accidents happen all the time, and some of them can’t be prevented. Furthermore, while we always suggest treating an accident or spill immediately after it happens, sometimes this just isn’t possible. What happens, when this happens? Well, stains become embedded into our carpeting. But don’t fret! The Steam Team has a few handy tips on how to remove old stains from your carpet!

Vinegar + Baking Soda

Try creating a paste of equal parts vinegar and baking soda. Do this by covering the stained area with a thin layer of baking soda first. Then spray the affected area with cleaning vinegar. Let it sit for a few hours, allowing it to form a paste. Then scrub it loose with a scrub brush! Finally, vacuum up the remnants. Your carpets should look considerably better afterward!

Hydrogen Peroxide

Hydrogen peroxide is easily affordable, easy to find, and does wonders when it comes to cleaning old stains! Start by pouring hydrogen peroxide into a spray bottle. Then saturate the area in the spray in order to loosen up the stain’s particles. After letting it set in for about ten to fifteen minutes, you can use  a stiff brush to loosen up the particles some more. Finally, use towels to absorb the moisture left behind, or a steam vac, preferrably.

Steam Cleaning

Sometimes a stain is just too stubborn, and it may be wise to call in the professionals! A professional steam cleaning company has all of the right equipment and knowledge to remove any stain. A professional-grade steam cleaning machine (as opposed to a rental) can extract the stain from deep within your carpet fibers.

When your carpet stains seem stuck, you can rely on The Steam Team to remove them! We’re experts at removing carpet stains, and have been at it for over ten years now! So don’t hesitate; give The Steam Team a phone call today!

How to Freshen Up Your Mattress

Let’s think about it. We sleep for approximately a third of our lifetime, and that’s likely on a mattress. While it’s likely not the same mattress we sleep on, our mattresses are still the last things we think of on cleaning day! But the truth is that our mattresses are notorious for hoarding allergens and dust mites! When was your mattress last cleaned? Today we’re going to review how to freshen up your mattress so that you can sleep deeper- and cleaner!

Wash Bedding

Let’s start with the easiest part: washing all of the bedding. Remove all of your comforters, blankets, sheets, pillowcases, and that mattress cover. Line it up to be washed! Your washer will properly sanitize your bedding while you’re freshening up your mattress!

Mix a Solution for Your Mattress

Next, we’re going to mix a simple solution for your mattress. The first step is to find a mason jar, and fill it to the brim with baking soda. Next, we need essential oils. You can choose a relaxing, soothing oil like Lavender, or a more refreshing oil like Lemon or Eucalyptus. It’s your personal choice here! Add a few drops of these oils to your baking soda. Sift the solution over your mattress thoroughly, and enjoy the aroma! Let it sit for about an hour.

Vacuum Your Mattress

The oils and baking soda should have drawn out oils and moisture from your mattress, and it’s time to finish up! The final step is to vacuum over your mattress. Vacuum over any excess dirt, and of course, our baking soda mixture. You can use the upholstery attachment on your vacuum to ensure that you reach every particle!

Don’t hesitate to give The Steam Team a call for help with any cleaning and restoration project! We’re available 24/7 and love helping you out! So today, freshen up your mattress- before you forget again. And down the road, rely on us for cleaning project you may have!

Window Draperies and Cleaning Tips

We know that your draperies are delicate and this can cause you to neglect them on cleaning day. But the cleaning process for draperies isn’t as complicated, or dangerous, as one might think! In fact, oftentimes your drapes can be steam cleaned without being removed from where they hang, making the process simple and quick! Let The Steam Team show you how to care for your window draperies!

Drapery Cleaning Without Removal

As we mentioned before, we can clean your drapes without even removing them. The process is just as effective- we promise. Basically, we’ll use a low moisture, hot water extraction method, or a dry cleaning method to safely remove dust, dander, dirt and other particles from your draperies. They’ll be clean as a whistle afterward! And there’s no need to worry about drying; so little moisture is used, they’ll dry quickly!

How to Care for Your Drapes

Here are a few tips for caring for your draperies:

Rotate Your Drapes

Sunlight causes fading and discoloration. Make sure you’re rotating your drapes every once in a while, so they wear evenly.

Protect Them From Moisture

Next, protect your drapes from moisture. This means watching out for leaky windows and condensation! Don’t forget to call in the pro’s for an occasional treatment.

Follow Washing Instructions

If you have to remove your drapes and wash them in the washing machine, it’s best to know the settings required, or if they can be machine-washed at all. Read the instructions on the washing label, and follow them carefully!

For professional help, you can always rely on The Steam Team! We’re a team of trained professionals who can easily and effectively clean your drapes and window treatments- as well as other areas, such as your living room (carpet), or your kitchen (tile and grout). Just give us a call today! You’ll be blown away by our results!

Spot Treating Advice from The Experts

Are you having trouble removing that tough stain? Are you tired of hiding it beneath the rug, or the ottoman? Worry no more. Trust in the professionals, like The Steam Team! The Steam Team is a team of trained professionals who are experts at removing stains, and keep carpet clean, clean, clean. Here are a few spot treating tips that we have to offer; hopefully they help!

Always Test Your Cleaning Solution

Before you begin to remove the stain, it’s wise to test your cleaning solution, first! Just in case. Isn’t it always better to be safe, rather than sorry? Use the cleaning agent in an inconspicuous area first, to make sure that no discoloration occurs.

Blot, Don’t Rub

Whenever you’re treating a stain, always blot the stain instead of rubbing it. Rubbing the stain may cause it to spread, or more deeply embed itself into your precious carpet! You certainly don’t want that to happen. So blot gently over and over, until the entire stain has been removed.

Call in the Professionals

If the stain is just too tough, it’s always best to call in a professional cleaning and restoration company, like The Steam Team. The Steam Team specializes in keep carpets as clean as possible, and restoring homes to their original condition. We can come out, inspect your stained carpeting, and begin to remove it right away. A professional-grade steam cleaner uses nothing but hot water and high water pressure to remove stains from deep within the fibers of carpet! It’s a simple, effortless process.

Don’t hesitate to give The Steam Team a call today, especially if you’re battling a tough stain! We have everything we need for the job, including over a decade of experience, expertise, and the professional-grade equipment needed for a thorough cleaning. So give us a call, and you won’t regret it!

Cleaning Tips for Pet Owners

Are you a pet owner struggling to keep your home as clean as you’d like for it to be? Worry no more; The Steam Team has the best advice on how to keep your home clean as a whistle- despite Fido’s muddy footprints. So go on- keep reading, pet owners!

Sweep and Vacuum Frequently

Your pet likely sheds frequently. Notice how that loose hair gets caught underneath tables, couches, and living chairs. Not to mention… it’s all over the carpet and rugs. This is why it’s so very important to vacuum and sweep as frequently as possible!

Clean Up Messes Promptly

As with any stain, we encourage you to clean up your pet’s messes in a prompt manner! The quicker you get to a mess, the easier it is to clean up. For tough stains and odors, try hiring a professional steam cleaning company; a professional-grade steam cleaner can easily extract stains from carpeting, using nothing but hot water and high water pressure!

Call in the Professionals

Lastly, call in the professionals at least once every twelve months. Let us help you! We have the right equipment for the job- and tons of experience (and expertise!). We can come out to your home, inspect the area, and thoroughly clean your home from top to bottom. When we’re finished, you’ll be amazed at the results- and relieved at the lack of pet dander in your home!

The Steam Team is always here to lend you a hand! Cleaning and caring for your home doesn’t have to be strenuous! You can always rely on us to come out and treat you home as we would our own. And we won’t leave until it’s just as clean as you want it! So go ahead; pick up the phone and give The Steam Team a call!

Spring Cleaning for Your Home and Business

Ah, it’s that time of year again; it’s time for spring cleaning! Whether you’re cleaning out your home or office, The Steam Team is here to help! That’s right; we don’t just clean homes, we clean high rise buildings as well. So let’s delve into what we should be cleaning this springtime! Here are three “hot spots,” that we’ll make sure we tackle this time around!

Air Ducts

Air ducts are our first hot spot. Springtime is the perfect time to clean your air ducts. Did you know that air ducts are notorious for capturing dirt, dust, dander, and other grime? They certainly are! This can cause irritation to those with allergies. So if you or any member of your household has allergies, you might want to start here!

Desks and Surfaces

Let’s move onto desks and surfaces in your home, or office! Germs and bacteria love to hang out on kitchen counter tops, and desks get messy from lunch disasters and general neglect (you know you can’t deny it!). But fortunately, a professional grade steam cleaner will eradicate those germs and bacteria, leaving your surfaces looking better than ever.

Carpeting and Flooring

SInce we like to work from top to bottom, carpeting and flooring come in last. A professional grade steam cleaner effortlessly lifts dirt and grime from deep within the fibers of carpet. It also cleans tile and grout, extracting grime from the pores of grout and brightening up tile! Natural stone flooring is no problem- nor is hardwood (if you need a refinishing).

The Steam Team knows what’s best! Trust in us for your cleaning and restoration needs and you won’t regret it! Again, whether the need is in your home, or your workplace, we’ve got your back! Just give us a call today, or log online to view our services

When is the Best Time to Clean Your Air Ducts?

Do you know when the best time is to clean your air ducts? Yes, your air ducts- the ones you’ve been neglected for far too long now! It’s the springtime, friends! That’s when it’s best to clean your air ducts. Today we’ll discuss the benefits of cleaning out your air ducts, and how The Steam Team can help you!

Why Should Air Ducts Be Cleaned?

It’s simple: you live in Austin. You live in the allergy capital of the nation! Air ducts house all kinds of allergens, like dust, dirt, pet dander, and even mold! This is precisely why air ducts should be cleaned- and especially during the springtime! After your air ducts have been cleaned you’ll be surprised at how easily you’ll breathe, and how clean the air feels!

How The Steam Team Helps

We always recommend calling in the professionals when it comes to cleaning your air ducts. The professionals will know exactly what to do and how to treat them, just as The Steam Team would. We’ve been cleaning air ducts for over ten years now! We’ll use state of the art “source removal,” equipment to thoroughly clean your air ducts from the grill, back to the main unit! We’ll get it done effortlessly, efficiently, and effectively. You’ll be more than impressed with our results, we just know it!

You can always rely on The Steam Team of Austin to get the job done correctly and quickly! From air ducts, to flooring, to window treatments are far more, our services are tried and true. For over a decade now we’ve been helping the Austin community- and we’re not stopping! So if you need your air ducts cleaned this springtime, don’t hesitate to give us a call! We’ll come out, inspect your air ducts, and make sure we don’t leave until they’re clean!

How Steam Cleaning Can Help Kick Your Austin Allergies

If you live anywhere near the Austin area, you know all about allergies. And you know just how frustrating it can be to try to remove all of those allergens from your home! The Steam Team gets it, too! That’s why we’re here to delve into allergens and what exactly we can do to help you out this allergy season!

Check Your Air Ducts

Austin is the allergy capital of the world! There’s got to be something you can do, right? Well friends, there sure is. When was the last time you checked your air ducts? Air ducts in your home can serve as a sponge for contaminants like dust, mold, fungus, and bacteria! It’s important to remove these pests from your home, especially if you have allergies!

Why Air Ducts Should be Kept Clean

It’s not uncommon for air ducts to be neglected! Perhaps few people are aware of the dangers they pose. But whatever the reason, they should be kept clean at all times! And here’s why:

Over time, your air ducts will begin to collect tons (okay, not literal tons, but a whole lot) of dirt, dust, pet dander, and other grime that you don’t want to inhale! Mold can even begin to grow, causing an increase in allergic reactions around your household.

Cleaning Air Ducts: The Steam Team Method

The Steam Team is here to help you in any cleaning or restoration situation! When it comes to your air ducts, it’s best to leave it to the professionals; The Steam Team can adequately remove the dust, dirt, and other grime from your air ducts using our state of the art “source removal,” equipment!

So if your air ducts need a thorough deep cleaning, rely on The Steam Team to get the job done! You can relax peacefully and breathe easier knowing the air around your home is as clean as a whistle.

Removing Pet Urine From Carpet: Steam Team Style

Here at The Steam Team, we fully understand how frustrating pet odors can be! Sometimes it seems like we’ll never get rid of them. But thankfully, that’s not true. Together, we can rid your home pet odors for good. You’ll love the results we come up with! So don’t worry about the urine smell any longer- instead, rely on The Steam Team to get the job done.

Cleaning Up After Urine

For starters, always tend to the areas as soon as possible. The earlier you get to it, the better chance you have at removing the urine from the carpet!

First, let’s make sure we’re properly cleaning up after the area that’s been urinated on. In order to effectively remove the urine scent from the area, you need an enzymatic cleaner! Make sure whatever you’re using is enzymatic and you’ll save yourself a world of trouble.

Calling in the Professionals

For pet urine odors and other scents we find unattractive, we highly recommend steam cleaning! While it may feel impossible at times to remove these odors, a professional-grade steam cleaning machine can effortlessly pull urine particles from deep within the fibers of carpet. And it’ll use nothing but hot water high water pressure to do it!

No matter how strong the odor is, The Steam Team is bound and determined to remove it from your home! If you need a thorough deep cleaning done by the professionals, don’t hesitate to give The Steam Team a call! We’ll happily come out and inspect your home and restore your carpet to its original condition!

Pet urine and odors are absolutely no problem for The Steam Team! We’ll neutralize pet odors, get urine odors under control, and get you back to breathing fresher, cleaner air! Call The Steam Team today for a list of services, or to get us out to your home pronto!