Commercial Air Duct Cleaning: Why You Need It And How It's Done

Commercial Air Duct Cleaning

Responsible business owners want a work environment where employees as well as customers or clients feel comfortable and breath easy. If you’re a business owner, then it would be a good idea to make sure you maintain clean air ducts to create that perfect work environment. Let’s talk 

about why it’s so important to keep these ducts clean, and how The Steam Team can help.

Why You Need Clean Air Ducts

Neglecting to keep your air ducts clean can cause many problems for you and your business. For one, when dirt and debris accumulates in the air ducts, it becomes harder for the HVAC system to do its job, leading to higher energy costs for the building as the HVAC compensates.

Beyond the financial costs, unclean ducts can cause harmful air quality that’s dangerous for employees, customers or clients. The buildup of dust and debris will re-enter the air, causing people to have allergies and respiratory issues. If the air ducts have any humidity or leaks mold could begin to grow, which would then enter the air and be even more harmful to people in the building than dust. Because of this, any responsible business owner should know to always keep the air ducts clean by hiring professional commercial air duct cleaners.

How It's Done With The Steam Team

When you call in The Steam Team professional technicians, they’ll arrive with powerful, state-of-the-art equipment and begin cleaning the air ducts in your building. They’ll efficiently clean the interior of the air handler cabinet, the blower assemblies, the return and supply plenum, the cooling and heating coils and the condensate pan. They’ll even treat the non-porous interior surfaces of the air ducts with bactericides and fungicides.

For more information on our air duct cleaning and our many other services, visit The Steam Team website.

24 Hour Water Damage Restoration With The Steam Team

Water damage is the most common cause of damage to most homes and can, unfortunately, cost you a fortune. You’ll want to fix the cause of the water damage and restore the property as soon as possible, before it gets worse and mold growth sets in. But- water damage waits for no one. That’s why The Steam Team offers 24 hour water damage restoration anywhere in the Austin, TX and surrounding areas.

Our Restoration Process

When you call The Steam Team for water damage restoration, our technicians will quickly reach you at any hour, any day of the week. As soon as our professional technicians arrive, they’ll begin a thorough inspection to see the extent of the damages and create an appropriate plan to restore your home or business. The process might be much different for a leaky faucet  or roof, versus extensive flooding caused by a storm. In whatever the case, our technicians will use only the best equipment, including high-powered water removal equipment. After the water has been removed, antimicrobials will be applied to keep the property safe from harmful microorganisms.

One of the most damaging parts of any water disaster is mold growth, which can occur even if most of the water has been removed. To keep this from happening, the entire property must be thoroughly dried. That’s why our technicians will use high-powered fans and dehumidifiers to dry the area and ensure that no mold can grow. After the drying is complete, our restoration professionals will continue to monitor the process until the home is fully dried and restored.

The Steam Team

As you can see, our professional team has an excellent process for water damage restoration that is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and restores your home with high-powered equipment and the best technicians around. For more information on our many other services, visit The Steam Team website.

First Steps After Water Damage

Water damage is always a serious issue, no matter the cause! It quickly leads to the growth and spreading of mold, which, of course, quickly becomes dangerous to you and your family. To prevent the worst from happening, we suggest following these three steps! And never worry, because The Steam Team is available 24/7 for situations like these, and we’ve always got your back!

Shut Off the Power and Gas

We understand that water damage can mean all sorts of things, so if you’re only dealing with minor puddles and leaks, you’re likely safe and don’t have to worry about this part. But if there’s standing water around, it’s important that you turn off the power and gas for safety reasons! Finally, consult an electrician about what to do afterward.

Watch Yourself Around Standing Water

It’s highly unfortunate, but in some cases of water damage, enough water may enter the home to the point where it’s standing. During cleanup and restoration, we unfortunately have to sometimes wade through this murky, dirty water. If you’re dealing with standing water, make sure you’re taking proper safety precautions. Wear safety masks, adequate boots for protection, and watch out for whatever may be floating in that water!

Call Us, The Steam Team

Finally, you’ll need to make some phone calls. You’ll have to first call your insurance company so that they can come out and assess the situation. Next, call us, The Steam Team, your leading cleaning and restoration company in Austin, TX. We’ll help you start to remedy the situation as soon as possible. We’re here for you through the good times, and the bad. So whether you’re dealing with a minor appliance leak, or a major flood, don’t hesitate to give us a call.  

Like we mentioned before, we’re available 24/7 through emergency situations. Don’t wait- let us help you today!

When the Pipes Break: Cleaning Up After Water Damage

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Water damage can be caused by anything from an old pipe breaking, to leaky appliances, to a tragic house fire. But whatever its cause may be, water damage always seems to strike us at the wrong time. It can destroy our furniture, parts of our home, and empty our wallets. We know it’s not easy, but we encourage you to take the cleaning and restoration process one step at a time, and allow us to help you get off to the right start.

1. Dry Out All Affected Areas

After the damage has been discovered, it’s imperative that you act as quickly as possible to thoroughly dry out all areas affected by the water. Water has a way of seeping into everything and if you’re not careful, you could have a mold infestation to deal with in the near future. Use towels, sponges, anything that is absorbent. Using a dehumidifier will help extract any remaining moisture from the room.

1. Disinfect

Once everything has dried out (including walls and carpet padding) it’s important to disinfect the affected area to protect against bacteria. Your walls, counters, floors, and other surfaces will likely need professional treatment to prevent odors and stains.

1. Stop the Spread of Mold

As we’ve warned you many times before, mold only needs twenty four hours to grow and begin the horrific process of taking over your home, so stop it in its tracks! As soon as you notice a mold issue, follow the previous steps and call a professional cleaning and restoration company to thoroughly inspect and treat your home.

1. Call Your Local Cleaning & Restoration Company

Professional cleaning and restoration companies, like The Steam Team, have all of the expertise and equipment needed to tackle your water-damaged property. Don’t wait! Call The Steam Team today! No matter the severity of the damage, we can make any home look brand new again!

Cleaning Up Fire Damage: The Best Way

Water & Fire Damage

House fires are the worst nightmares of many homeowners. When your home catches fire, the experience is devastating, and the aftermath is equally as draining. It’s both difficult and dangerous to begin the cleanup process by yourself, which is why we encourage you to all The Steam Team for help with fire damage restoration. Because we’re sensitive to the toll a fire can take on you and your family, we want to help you bring your home back to life.

1. Make the Call

As quickly as possible, make the first step toward restoration by making a simple phone call. Contact The Steam Team immediately after the event, as prolonging this step may result in further damage to your home. Once you’ve given us a call, we’ll be able to speak with you about details of the event, and determine an appropriate response.

1. Survey the Damage

When our fire or water damage restoration technicians arrive at your home, they will first begin surveying the damage. Afterward, we’ll begin the restoration process by making sure your home is protected from further damage. Often times damage occurs to the roofing and windows in a home. During this step we may lay tarps over sections of your roof, or board up windows.

1. Removal, Cleaning, Disinfecting

We’ll immediately remove standing water and moisture by using air movers, dryers, and dehumidifiers. This will help to prevent mold growth, bacteria, etc. Smoke and soot will be removed from walls, ceilings, and other surfaces. And finally, with expert cleaning techniques, our team will work to clean and sanitize all restorable items. We’ll work to remove germs, bacteria, and foul odors from your home.

The Steam Team understands how devastating a house fire can be to you and your family. We strive to restore your home to its previous condition using our many years of experience, and expert restoration techniques. Let us handle this burden for you, and call The Steam Team today!