Cleaning and restoration tips

When you need to start a cleaning task, you have to make sure you are prepared with all the cleaning equipment and materials you'll need at hand. Depending on what you'll be cleaning the type of equipment and materials you will use will also vary. It is always a good idea to have a good stock of equipment, so you do not have to go out and purchase things every time you go to start cleaning! You can then create cleaning kits fit for different tasks, so that all you'll need to do is grab them to begin your cleaning. When it comes to cleaning equipment you will need to check the types of surfaces you'll be cleaning, as different surfaces need specific care; you don't want to use a scouring pad on a glass worktop, right? Vacuum – Vacuums can pick up dust and dirt from hard and soft surf...

Limescale build up is a common problem to most items in the home that use water. Anything from the kettle to the bath and shower will suffer from a build up of limescale over time. Getting rid of it can be quite difficult, although there are a few handy and cheap ways to tackle the problem, as well as a number of preventative measures you can take to slow and reduce build-up in  your home. What is limescale? Limescale is essentially calcium carbonate, which is present in most water supplies whether hard or soft, although more will be present in hard water areas. It tends to get deposited on any household item that is in frequent contact with water, such as kettles, baths, showers, and boilers, as well as taps. Removing limescale the cheap and natural way Often, our initial instinct i...

This is when you have a property that is full of ‘junk’ and you need this to be removed and the house emptied.  This could mean a simple de-cluttering of all the room, or a complete overhaul of the entire house, depending upon your needs. When might you need to do a house clearance? If you are a landlord and have rented out a property, the tenants have left (perhaps in a rush) and have left the property in a state. If you have suffered a bereavement and have been asked to empty the house of all its belongings and sell on the property.  Or if you have an elderly relative who now requires full time care and has moved into a home, leaving their house to you to clear out and sell on for them. If you are re-locating or moving into a smaller home and cannot take most of your possession...

If you are one of those people who have always wanted to start their own business, but never had a clear idea, this article will guide you through the decision making process and give you some useful advice. One of the easiest businesses to start and a great way to earn some money, is residential and office cleaning. It may not sound like a dream business idea, but in fact, you’d be surprised at how small the investment from your side could be. What are the benefits of starting a cleaning business and what can it lead to? Without doubt, this is a business that can generate a fortune – all you have to do is offer quality service at all cost and stay as flexible as you can. In this business negotiating the best quote for the client, word-of-mouth recommendation, advertisement...

The fireplace is usually the heart of the home during cold winter months and lays forgotten through the summer. If you don’t clean out the fireplace at least once after the winter season is over, you will be faced with an unmanageable mess the next time you want to use it. Instead of just when you need to use it make a defined goal to tackle every year in the summer. Ideally you should clean it out every few months, even when it is not in use, just to prevent build-up. If you’re using the fireplace shortly after it has been used, the first tip is to make sure that the burning materials and the ashes, as well as the structure itself, have cooled down. It is also important to get the right tools in place. You’ll need a sturdy pair of cleaning gloves, a vacuum cleaner with an ash attachmen...

Do you manage to clean as you go, or do you wait until the weekend to do just about anything at home? Life is so hectic and stressful nowadays that unfortunately most people don’t have time to clean during the work week and want to just lie down and relax. This leads to dirty and cluttered homes which are not exactly welcoming. Our homes and lifestyles get dirtier and unhealthier this way. The weekend seems like an endless series of cleaning, washing up, cooking, tidying up and all sorts of house chores. Cleaning is an important chore that most of us need the right mindset and even motivation for. Once you realize that it doesn’t have to take that long and you don’t need to clean for hours at the weekend, you will see how much easier it gets. Let’s face it – a clean home is a cozy one. It’...

Servpro is a company that has been specializing in fire, water and mold restoration for over 40 years.  With over 1,500 Servpro franchises located around the United States, there is always one near you to assist in all your restoration needs. Servpro franchises have many different types of cleaning and restoration services for you. They can help with any residential or commercial needs.  Their restoration services include fire, smoke and soot removal, water removal, dehumidification, mold mitigation and remediation, catastrophic storm response, move outs, contents restoration, electronics and equipment, document drying, as well as contents claim inventory service.  They are able to handle large-scale losses in either your home or place of business.  With these extensive cleaning solutio...

Let’s face it, summer is coming to a close and all might be dreading the cold months to come.  But let’s not forget about fall, a season packed with football, pumpkin pie and heavy knits.  Fall preparations are a must for many homeowners. Fall Checklist Let Your Home Breathe! Before you close up for winter, make sure you give your home one last window session.  You have to live indoor breathing dry air for almost 5 months, you and your home deserve a little fresh air. Fall Cleaning Just like spring cleaning, you should give your home a thorough cleaning in the fall before boarding up.  Depending on the chemicals you use to clean, (which I recommend Green products) you need to make sure you have a ventilated area to clean in. Don’t hesitate to call a local cleaning company near you t...

Disaster doesn’t discriminate, and it doesn’t tend to give a forewarning.  Sometimes it doesn’t matter how far you’ve gone to protect your home, anything still can (and often does) happen! If the damage is bad enough to cause structural damage, companies coming in to start repairs often offer the option of having everything removed in what’s known in the insurance industry as a pack-out.  They remove the contents of your home or office to another location for cleaning while the space itself is restored.  This is the first step in restoring your items to their best possible condition, and it should be done immediately after whatever water or fire damage has occurred. Items that are often affected and need to be cleaned or restored include -- but aren’t limited to: * Artwork * Docume...

What word comes to mind when you think about the building that houses your office? Could it be “professional”, “elite” or “valuable”? While each of these words is impactful, you should be able to add another word to this group – “clean”. A beautiful office can lose its luster if it is not kept sanitary and dust-free. When it comes to locating a cleaning service to keep your building in tip-top shape, whom can you trust to deliver the best service for a reasonable cost? Here’s another scenario: a flood affects the city where your business is located. Or, your building loses power over the weekend and your freezer leaks water in your cafeteria and personal office. Or, a fire destroys one wing of your new building. Who can help restore your building to its original condition and decrease t...