For all aspects of the cleaning industry, from janitorial services to disaster restoration, OSHA and the United States Department of Labor have strict guidelines and standards set in place to protect workers, companies, and consumers. There are many hazards involved in the cleaning industry that can pose a risk to personal safety, building conditions, and […]
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Why Septic System Damage and Flooding Require Professional Sewage Cleanup in Exton, PA
On a state-by-state basis, the EPA monitors and assesses water quality for several contaminants, including industrial and agricultural chemicals, microbes such as infectious bacteria, viruses, and parasites, and other waste materials like raw sewage. Water containing sewage is rated as Category 3 under EPA regulations. While Category 3 water can come from sewage backups in […]
Common Problems Fixed with Professional Carpet Cleaning in Coatesville, PA
Quality carpets that use modern technology are designed to last a lifetime. The fibers and durable construction of carpets of all kinds on the market today make the initial investment worthwhile for your home or business. Without maintenance, care, routine treatments, and damage mitigation, any kind of carpet can quickly deteriorate in quality, no matter […]
Hazardous Body Fluids Requiring Trauma Cleanup in West Chester, PA
Traumatic events like violent crimes, car accidents, illegal narcotics labs, industrial accidents, suicides, and more all leave behind serious contaminants at their location. Whether that event occurred indoors or outside, the spaces they affect need specialized treatment to remove any dangerous materials, fix damage done to building materials and items, and overall return the scene […]
Flame, Smoke, Heat: How Combustion Works and Why Professional Fire Damage Restoration in Chester Springs, PA, Is Important
Fires are one of the most dangerous disasters that can impact homes and businesses. At ServiceMaster Professional Cleaning and Restoration, we can install smoke detectors and encourage you to keep fire extinguishers around your home, create escape routes, and fireproof many parts of your building. Despite the many ways we can help prevent a fire […]
Three Common Items Stockpiled in Homes Needing Professional Hoarding Cleanup in Exton, PA
If you’re working to restore a home previously or currently used as a hoarder’s space, you’re likely facing dangerous interior conditions. Hoarding behaviors are symptoms of complex mental health conditions. And while we understand much more about why people hoard objects, animals, and other items than we have ever known before, there is still quite […]
Undoing Effects of Spring and Early Summer Flooding with Water Damage Restoration in King of Prussia, PA
Throughout Pennsylvania and all other New England regions, snowmelt in late winter to early spring can significantly increase levels in rivers, irrigation systems, and other waterways. That rapid rising of water levels from snowmelt paired with the common increase in precipitation from spring rains means a greater risk of flooding in communities, commercial districts, […]
Types of Wastewater Requiring Professional Sewage Cleanup in Frazer, PA
Whether you’ve experienced plumbing issues isolated to your own home, such as a failed sump pump or cracked pipes, or a community-wide problem like flooding, exposure to sewage can cause significant levels of damage and create toxic environments. In the majority of instances, water damage with even the smallest traces of sewage requires rigorous cleanup […]
Hoarding Cleanup by Professionals in Malvern, PA
There are millions of people in the U.S. currently affected by mental health crises and chronic mental illnesses. The National Alliance on Mental Illness reports that 1 in 5 adults in the U.S. experience some form of mental illness, and 1 in 20 adults experience severe mental illnesses. Of the many mental health issues individuals […]
Comfort, Longevity, and Other Benefits of Grooming After a Professional Carpet Cleaning in Exton, PA
Like any other type of flooring in your home or business, carpeting needs routine cleaning and upkeep to maintain a healthy indoor atmosphere, protect the cosmetic image of your floors, and extend the longevity of your carpet quality. While vacuuming on a regular schedule helps to remove dust, dirt, hair, and other contaminants from your […]