June 3rd, 2016 · Comments Off on Summer Fun Begins With a Clean Home With Residential Cleaning in Greensburg, PA
The air is warm, the trees are green, and the kids are stampeding home from school. That blessed time of year for those who love to soak up the vitamin D has come again! It‘s time to wake up from your hibernation, get outside, and enjoy the beauty all around in Greensburg, PA. But, before you do that, why not start the summer off on the right foot with a clean house for the family to enjoy and relax in? Your family will appreciate all that summer has to offer while not thinking about a dirty house now or throughout the season of fun.
As people often say, it is best to start with a clean slate. The same can be said about your home. A truly deep clean is hard to come by when not performed by professionals. The school year has been busy, and a lot has been put on the back burner, but cleaning your house doesn’t have to take days of work on your behalf. We will take care of your residential cleaning efficiently and effectively, giving you that smooth start to the summer season.
Summer is the time of outdoor fun in the sun! Unfortunately, that outdoor fun easily tracks indoors. That’s why it is important to have professional upkeep in your home. You will be able to fully enjoy all that summer has to offer when you let us take care of the cleaning. Camping, canoeing, hiking, s’mores around the bonfire, and grilling will fill your summer days. When you track in the dirt from the trails, the gooey marshmallows, or the residue from the lake, we will help keep it under control so you can get back out there.
Enjoy your beautiful summer in Greensburg, PA by calling ServiceMaster Complete Restoration by Stiffey at 724.834.8889 to help with all of your residential cleaning needs. We look forward to getting started!
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May 27th, 2016 · Comments Off on Pittsburgh, PA: Save Yourself All Sorts of Headaches and Hire ServiceMaster Complete Restoration by Stiffey for Your Commercial Cleaning Needs
Keeping a place of business clean is a business unto itself. All of the employees and customers coming in and out on a daily basis can start to take a toll on your environment, your mental focus, and your health. Pittsburgh, PA is a healthy and stress–free place to work, thanks to the commercial cleaning services provided by ServiceMaster Complete Restoration by Stiffey.
You’re a busy person with a lot of your plate. The work you do should maintain your focus and concentration. When there’s something outside the realm of your specified job on your mind, your work performance goes down and your stress levels go up. This is especially true when that nagging thought in the back of your head is right there in the forefront of your mind. A dirty space is hard to ignore when you’re staring at it for eight hours a day. Save yourself a metaphorical headache and let the commercial cleaning professionals do their job while you do yours. There’s no need to rally the employees to clean it up, to DIY the whole situation, or to hire an unreliable independent contractor. ServiceMaster Complete Restoration by Stiffey will certainly be there to make your professional space look even more professional.
We all know that a work space that is not cleaned well or that is frequently neglected can start to build up germs, allergens, and grime. Each of these, even individually, can have a big effect on an employee’s health. Your employees will thank you for keeping their health in mind when you hire a professional commercial cleaner. Not only will everyone’s number of sick days go down, but you will see company morale improve as well. Keep those headaches, fevers, and colds away by letting us take care of your workspace.
Business as usual should be free of stress and sickness related to cleanliness. Keep your focus on your customer’s needs and not on the dirty carpet or dusty surfaces. Call ServiceMaster Complete Restoration by Stiffey today at 412.427.0086 to keep your Pittsburgh, PA business looking and feeling good.
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May 20th, 2016 · Comments Off on Floor Cleaning Tips for Five Different Types of Floors in McKeesport, PA Homes
Different floors have different floor cleaning needs. Today we wanted to share some tips on cleaning the different types of floors in your McKeesport, PA home.
Perhaps the best tip we can offer is to give us a call and let us handle the dirty work for you, but if you’re looking to get a start on your own, here are some strategies for cleaning and maintaining the different types of floors in your home.
Bamboo Floors
Bamboo floors can be especially difficult to maintain due to their thin fibers. For proper floor cleaning, sweep vigorously and often. For a deep floor cleaning solution, use a mixture PH-neutral soap and water. Apply a light amount of water to your broom, making it damp, and sweep your floors.
Ceramic Tile Floors
First, do an initial sweep of the floors to remove loose debris and dirt. Next use a soft mop with a mixture of water and a small amount of dish soap, making sure to change the water if it becomes too cloudy. You can simply let the floor air dry afterwards.
Linoleum Floors
Linoleum floors lose their glossy top layer after enduring foot traffic for long periods of time. First, do a thorough sweep. Second, apply a commercial–grade floor polishing solution. You may have to re-polish certain areas that are more worn than others.
Marble and Granite Floors
Make sure to sweep these floors regularly. On top of that, you can use a soft mop along with a mixture of warm water, stone cleaner, and mild detergent to keep these floors looking their best. Make sure to keep the area wet while working with any items that might scratch your floors like steel wool or scrubbing pads. Don’t use any die–containing products, as they might stain your floors.
Vinyl Flooring
To clean your vinyl floors, combine a quarter cup of vinegar, water, and a drop of dish soap into a spray bottle. Then use a microfiber mop to clean your floors after “spritzing” them with the solution.
We know taking care of your McKeesport, PA household requires an endless list of tasks, chores, and errands. The professionals at ServiceMaster Complete Restoration by Stiffey can help you with these responsibilities by providing floor cleaning services that save you time and energy. To learn more or to schedule an appointment, please contact us today at 724-834-8889.
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May 13th, 2016 · Comments Off on ServiceMaster Complete Restoration by Stiffey is Proud to Sponsor the Breathe Deep Event by LUNGevity in Greensburg PA
At ServiceMaster Complete Restoration by Stiffey we do our best to provide quality services. More importantly we take pride in being active members in the community and taking part in causes near and dear to our heart.
This year we’re proudly sponsoring the LUNGevity Breathe Deep event which will take place on Saturday, May 14th in Greensburg, PA.
According to the American Lunng Association more than 150,000 people will die from lung cancer this year.
LUNGevity was founded to help battle lung cancer by providing research funding and working with top experts in the field to eradicate this terrible disease.
They also work with patients who suffer from the disease to learn more about their specific needs in order to use the resources they gather in the most effective way possible.
LUNGevity holds Breathe Deep Events across the country to help fundraise in a way that’s fun for participants while providing them with education about the disease to help spread the message to more people.
Breathe Deep is making its way to Greensburg and they need our communities help to reach their fundraising goal.
The goal for the event is $15,000 raised and they’re currently sitting at around $10,000. It’s never too late to donate. Please visit this link if you’re interested in helping the cause.
The battle with lung cancer strikes a personal chord withour company, so we want to do everything we can to contribute.
Many Greensburg, PA residents have been living there for years. Over time they’ve built solid relationships with one another. If your neighbor was in need, would you help them?
Of course you would. We’re all “neighbors,” as human beings and it’s important to reach out from time to time and help others who need it.
Please visit the link to donate and contact us if you have any additional questions at 724-834-8889.
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April 21st, 2016 · Comments Off on Grilling Safety Tips for Your Pittsburgh PA Home to Prevent the Need for Fire Damage Restoration
Summertime is arguably the best season of the year. The warm weather creates great opportunities to have fun and spend time with friends and family.
Grilling out is one of our favorite past times as Americans. The scent of delicious food in the air mixed with the sounds of conversation and music make for an enjoyable day. Unfortunately, these joyous events can quickly turn sour due to fires caused by grilling accidents.
If you’re a Philadelphia, PA resident planning on grilling at your home, we encourage you to do it in a safe way so that it doesn’t result in you needing fire damage restoration services.
Here are some tips on operating your grill in a safe way:
- Never use a charcoal or propane grill inside your home.
- Keep your grill a safe distance away from siding and deck railings.
- Caution children and always keep them 3 feet or more away from the grill.
- Don’t leave your grill unattended for any reason.
- Make sure your grill is cleaned on a routine basis. Allowing grease to accumulate in the grates and trays can lead to an accident in the future.
- Don’t add starter fluid to charcoal if the coals and kindling have already been ignited. Also, never use any type of flammable substance other than charcoal lighter fluid to ignite coals.
- If you’re using a propane grill, make sure to check the gas cylinder hose for leaks before your first use. You can do this by applying soap and water to the hose. If there’s a leak, it will appear as bubbles at the point where the leak is occurring. Turn off the gas if you see a leak. If the leak stops you should contact a professional to fix it before using it again. If the leak does not stop, disconnect the hose from the tank immediately.
- If you smell gas, get as far away from the grill as possible, and call the fire department.
- Keep a fire extinguisher nearby to put out small fires and prevent the need for fire damage restoration.
The fire damage restoration experts at ServiceMaster by Stiffey want you to enjoy time with family and friends this summer. We also want you to do it in a safe way. If an unfortunate fire does happen at your Pittsburgh, PA home, contact us right away for quick-response fire damage restoration services.
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April 14th, 2016 · Comments Off on Consider Residential Carpet Cleaning As Part Of Your Spring Cleaning Project In North Huntington PA
Hopefully, all traces of winter are gone for good and you can begin to fully enjoy springtime in North Huntington, PA.
This is the time of year many families take the time for spring cleaning. Giving your home a thorough cleaning helps bring in the new season by giving your home a fresh and inviting atmosphere.
Consider hiring the cleaning experts at ServiceMaster Complete Restoration by Stiffey to provide residential carpet cleaning services as part of your spring cleaning project.
Here are a few benefits of using professional residential carpet cleaning services:
It renews your carpets and adds to their lifespan – Your carpets have accumulated a lot of dirt and grime during the winter months. Whether you have pets that tracked in snow and slush, or a spill occurred at the annual Christmas party, your carpets are in need of some tender love and care. It’s advised to use residential carpet cleaning every 6-12 months. Why not make it part of your spring cleaning routine every year?
It helps keep your family healthy – Does anyone in your family have allergies? Spring is the time when people’s allergies flare-up. Removing dust and other particulates from your carpet that aggravate allergies improves the air quality in your home and creates a healthier indoor environment overall.
It adds to the value of your home – If you happen to have your house on the market, you definitely want to use residential carpet cleaning services to make your home look as appealing as possible for potential buyers.
Imagine coming home from an outing on a spring day. You just spent some quality time outside enjoying the fresh smell of spring, but when you walk into your home, the atmosphere is just as inviting!
To keep your North Huntington home springtime fresh this year, contact us at 724-834-8889.
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April 7th, 2016 · Comments Off on Five Reasons to Use a Professional for Smoke Damage Cleanup in Your Greensburg, PA Home
If you’ve read any of our posts about any type of disaster restoration project, you know our top piece of advice is to act quickly.
If your Greensburg, PA home suffers from a fire and needs subsequent fire damage restoration and smoke damage cleanup, we think it’s in your best interest to contact an expert company like SerivceMaster Complete Restoration by Stiffey.
Here are a few reasons why it’s smart to call a professional for help:
We’ll deal with the complex chemicals – There are many complex chemical elements involved with the aftermath of a fire. You can attempt to do it yourself, but unless you know the exact precautionary measures to take, you may be putting yourself at risk.
We have the equipment and the resources – Our team uses top of the line machinery and technology to make the smoke damage cleanup process as seamless as possible.
You’ll save time – You’re likely to have several tasks to deal with after suffering from a devastating fire, why include smoke damage cleanup on that list? Our trained technicians will get the process finished as quickly as possible. It would likely take you much longer to do it on your own.
We’ll do the job right – Smoke and soot can creep into practically any area of your home. Without a trained eye and a trained skillset it will be difficult to catch all of the problem areas. Using professionals will help ensure the job is done thoroughly and correctly.
Your insurer may cover it – In this case, making the decision to hire a professional for smoke damage cleanup is a no brainer. Make sure to take full advantage of your insurance and contact us if you need help.
Suffering a fire to your Greensburg, PA home will undoubtedly be a devastating event. Let the professionals handle the recovery process so you and your family can heal and rebuild. In the event of an unfortunate disaster, contact us at 724-834-8889
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March 31st, 2016 · Comments Off on Tips for Creating A Water Damage Restoration Plan for Heavy Rain and Flooding Around Your Pittsburgh, PA Home
Spring presents a different set of potential water damage situations than winter.
Your home may have survived the impact of ice dams and frozen pipes this winter, but now we’re entering spring—the rainy season—which can cause water damage due to flooding and other circumstances.
Are you prepared to deal with spring water damage to your Pittsburgh, PA home? Here’s a quick checklist of items to include in your water damage restoration plan:
Safety first – The safety of your family is priority number one. In the event of a disaster, make sure your family has a plan if there’s a need to evacuate your home. During a disaster such as a flood or severe storm, pay attention to the directions provided by emergency alert systems and do exactly as they say.
Assess the damage – Once the disaster has subsided and it’s safe to check around your home, you’ll want to take note of any damage and take plenty of pictures. Be careful to check for structural damage to your home’s foundation before you make the decision to enter.
Contact your insurance company – Make sure you notify your insurance company of the event and provide detailed information about the water damage in your home. You may want to get permission before hiring a water damage restoration company. Depending on your type of insurance and the type of damage, certain expenses for water damage restoration may be covered.
Let us handle the rest – We’re all too familiar with the impact the east coast weather can have on Pittsburgh, PA homes. This area often faces severe storms and flooding and we’ve gained a great deal of experience in providing water damage restoration.
Dealing with a disaster situation can be scary. Dealing with the aftermath can be stressful. Let a professional handle the situation for you. If disaster strikes at your Pittsburgh, PA home, contact us at 724-834-8889.
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March 25th, 2016 · Comments Off on The Only 3 Carpet Cleaning Choices You Should Make For Your North Huntington PA Home
Does this scenario sound familiar to you?
You’re enjoying a peaceful day in your North Huntington home; until you or someone else in the home spills something.
You sigh in disappointment at yet another unexpected spill and rush to clean it up.
If you reach the stain in time you may have a shot at undoing most of the damage, but every single second allows the stain to seep deeper into your carpet. You do what you can, but sometimes the stain is just too tough to remove completely.
Maybe it would be okay if it happened once, but of course, it happens multiple times. What was at one time a beautiful, pristine, stain free carpet has gradually turned dingy, stain riddled, and in some cases hard to look at.
At this point, you only have three carpet cleaning options.
Carpet Cleaning Option #1
Do nothing. You will just have to look at your stain ridden carpet forever. You decide “it is what it is.” This is an option, but definitely not recommended.
Carpet Cleaning Option #2
You try to fix it yourself. You buy some “carpet freshener,” and drizzle it across your carpet. You let it soak in and then vacuum. You think vacuuming would be sufficient, but in reality, your vacuum didn’t pick up even half of the dirt and grime that resides in your carpet. And now you add some carpet fresher to keep your dust and dirt company.
You haul over to the store to try and rent one of those carpet cleaning machines. You lug the thing home, spend as much time trying to figure out how to use it as you do actually using it, and if you’re lucky you remove most of the stains.
But even then, there are some stains that won’t come out. If you didn’t add the cleaning solution properly you also might leave some residue that will remain in your carpet for ages.
Carpet Cleaning Option #3
You hire a professional to get the job done right. This is the smart choice. It can save you the time and headache of trying to do it yourself. Imagine walking around your North Huntington home and seeing your carpets look like new again. Imagine the fresh scent. Feel the feeling a truly clean home can provide. Feel the peace it will bring you.
After reviewing all of the options, it’s clear which one is the best choice. Contact ServiceMaster by Stiffey today at 724-834-8889 to schedule an appointment.
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March 18th, 2016 · Comments Off on 4 Reasons Why You Should Invest in Residential Cleaning Services for Your Pittsburgh PA Home
Maybe you’ve considered investing in residential cleaning services before, but you weren’t sure if it would be worth it. As a Pittsburgh, PA resident or homeowner, you have to be smart with your financial decisions. Is making an investment for residential cleaning services right for you?
Today, the cleaning experts at ServiceMaster by Stiffey want to share a few reasons why you should consider using residential cleaning services for your Pittsburgh, PA home:
- It saves time – Do you really want to spend your spare time putting extra elbow grease into cleaning your home? Using our residential cleaning services will free up more time for you to do the things you enjoy instead of worrying about constantly keeping your home tidy.
- It gives you peace of mind – If you’re a homeowner, especially with a family, you have many responsibilities in your life to take care of. Why not take cleaning off the list? Imagine walking into an immaculate home that you didn’t have to lift a finger to maintain. Your life will run smoother when you let a professional handle the required cleaning for you.
- You’ll have a home worth visiting at all times – If you use our services on a regular basis you will always have a beautiful looking home. Wouldn’t it be nice to know that every time you have visitors they’ll be walking into a home with a warm and clean atmosphere?
- We’ll do a quality job every time – Each member of our staff is thoroughly trained to provide consistent and quality work with each visit. Working with a company that prides itself on having high standards means your home is in great hands.
Using residential cleaning services is an investment worth making. To learn more, or to schedule an appointment for your Pittsburgh, PA home, please contact us at 412-427-0086 today!
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