Challenging Nicotine Cleaning

4/12/2022 (Permalink)

As you can see, the nicotine residue in this property was heavy, but was no match for SERVPRO's cleaning methods and products.

When it comes to cleaning smoke, soot, dirt, dust, debris, mold or construction dust, no two projects are the same. Each project has different levels of difficulty and require different gameplans to return a property to "preloss condition." One type of cleaning that has a tendency to be challenging is nicotine residue.

Our team recently performed professional cleaning services at a local residential property which required a thorough top-to-bottom restoration. The debris and residue were primarily caused by years of nicotine buildup. Our specially formulated products, proven cleaning methods, and some good old-fashioned elbow grease, eliminated the odor and residue that had contaminated the property. 

We're proud of the way this project turned out and look forward to the next challenge we may encounter. SERVPRO of Windham & Windsor Counties: Working hard to make all types of damage "Like it never even happened."

April Means Spring Cleaning!

4/1/2021 (Permalink)

Shampoo and hot water extraction of carpets for the most thorough deep cleaning in the area!

SERVPRO of Windham & Windsor Counties is the area's leading expert in emergency restoration following fire, water, mold, or sewer damage, but you may or may not know we are also highly skilled professionals when it comes to general cleaning! 

The long winter is winding down and it's time to give your home a thorough top-to-bottom cleaning which may not be your idea of an ideal spare time activity. Not to worry, SERVPRO of Windham & Windsor Counties has an extensive menu of general cleaning services for your home or business so you can spend your free time elsewhere. We're here to provide you with these services:

• Carpet Cleaning
• Hard Floor Cleaning
• HVAC & Air Duct Cleaning
• Upholstery Cleaning
• Deodorization
• Kitchen and Bathroom Cleaning

Contact SERVPRO of Windham & Windsor Counties to receive further information and pricing for our professional cleaning services. A clean fresh home or business a phone call or click away!

The Dangers of Hoarding

4/2/2020 (Permalink)

A living room that is completely filled with miscellaneous items as a result of hoarding.

Each hoarding case that SERVPRO deals with is very different. SERVPRO is usually called to a fire damage or water loss job, only to realize it is also a hoarding situation. Once approval is granted by the insurance company, SERVPRO professionals can pack the contents and possibly clean, dry or store them so they can begin work on the fire or water loss. Another way that a SERVPRO franchise may find themselves at a hoarding job is through a landlord, a case works, real estate agents, or family members often after the death of a loved one. Many people with a hoarding disorder do not think that their way of living is a problem, they typically hoard items that others would think of as trash or junk. Years of clutter and accumulation can result in unsanitary living conditions, sometimes resulting in bugs, fleas, and even rats. No matter how severe the hoarding case, SERVPRO will leave it “Like is never even happened.”

Office Spring Cleaning Tips

4/13/2016 (Permalink)

Spruce up your space

Birds are chirping and the temperatures have warmed up—spring is finally here! Spring cleaning is a tradition allowing us to freshen our environment and get a head start on the hectic seasons of spring and summer. While many people deep clean their homes, this is also a great time to clean and organize your business.

SERVPRO® of Windham & Windsor Counties can help get your facility in tip top shape. In addition to air duct and HVAC cleaning, SERVPRO® Franchise Professionals are trained to use state-of-the-art equipment to remove soils hiding deep within your carpet, as well as focused stain removal and stain resistance applications. Other services include: upholstery and drapery cleaning, hard floor cleaning and care, and odor deodorization. 

 A clean environment is a healthy environment! Improve your living and work spaces this spring. If you need a little help, don’t worry, SERVPRO® of Windham & Windsor Counties has the tools to make your home or business sparkle in no time!

 Spring Cleaning Your Workspace

•  Divide Your Workspace Into Zones:

• Determine how you want and need to use the space and set up zones for your daily functions. You may require a workspace for your computer, a library area for your research, a storage area for supplies and a filing area for your archives. This will provide a foundation for a more efficient use of space.

•  Keep Only What You Need At Arms Length:

• Boxes of pens, stacks of papers and old coffee cups need to go. Rid your desk of visual clutter by paring down the items on top to the essentials only. Supplies, paperwork and personal items should be kept in the zones you’ve established for them.

•  Sort Your Catch-All Drawer:

• Use drawer dividers to give everything a place, like compartments for paperclips and rubber bands. Go through the drawer every six weeks and clear out anything that is out of place or isn’t being used.

•  Eliminate Digital Clutter:

• Digital clutter can be just as stressful as physical clutter. Organize digital files and your e-mail inbox just as you would paper files–with a system of logical and clearly labeled folders. Also, keep the icons on your desktop to a bare minimum, and trade in sticky notes on your monitor for calendar reminders.

•  Create A Daily Paper System:

• Consider creating hanging files or baskets labeled “To Read,” “To Do,” and “To File.” Establish set days for each, so that you don’t get behind or feel the overwhelming need to do everything at once.

•  Disinfect Regularly:

• Prevent the buildup of dust, dirt, food stains and fi ngerprints. Wipe down your desk, phone, keyboard and monitor once a week with disinfecting wipes.

  Tips provided by Forbes, The Dangers of a Messy Desk.