Tuesday, November 16, 2010
Wednesday, November 10, 2010
St. Louis BBB accuses duct cleaners of bait-and-switch deception
Some very interesting reading...from our own backyard!
St. Louis BBB accuses duct cleaners of bait-and-switch deception
Managing the indoor air quality of your home is something that you need help with from time to time. STEAMATIC has nothing to hide. We are a local, family owned and operated business. Trained and certified to meet and exceed industry standards.
Please read the above article...and learn how choosing the WRONG company for the RIGHT service can ultimately leave you worse off than before.
STEAMATIC: 314-434-4600
St. Louis BBB accuses duct cleaners of bait-and-switch deception
Managing the indoor air quality of your home is something that you need help with from time to time. STEAMATIC has nothing to hide. We are a local, family owned and operated business. Trained and certified to meet and exceed industry standards.
Please read the above article...and learn how choosing the WRONG company for the RIGHT service can ultimately leave you worse off than before.
STEAMATIC: 314-434-4600
Monday, November 1, 2010
Friday, October 15, 2010
CARPET CLEANING SAVES YOU MONEY... & THE WORLD?
It's obvious that choosing the right company to clean your carpet can save you money...but how do we get away with saying that it can SAVE THE WORLD?
Most of us have had the experience of choosing what type of carpet to have in our home...which means that most of us have shared that shocking moment of discovering just how expensive it can be to not only purchase carpet, but have it installed as well.
When we make this necessary decision on expense most of us agree that we're choosing the carpet we're going to have for as long as we call that house a home. So, keeping that in mind, regular upkeep on your carpet is essential. It preserves the 'life' of your carpet, improves your indoor air quality and yes, it helps save the world.
Ok, by now you probably want to know just HOW having your carpet cleaned can save the world.
The answer is simple: Unwanted carpet gets thrown away. And carpets that get thrown away end up in a landfill. With more than 300 million Americans (and the number always growing) just imagine how much space/waste we are accumulating from carpet and padding alone!
So yes, you can call it a stretch if you want--but the fact remains that it is possible to keep your carpet for more than 10 years if it is cleaned regularly and professionally.
But what about the obvious? In some cases people NEED NEW CARPET...what can they do to help save the world in that situation? Why not RECYCLE?
You can RECYCLE CARPET?
YES!
The Carpet America Recovery Effort (CARE) is an industry-government initiative that develops market-based solutions for the recycling and reuse of carpet. CARE started out in 2002, and two years after that, CARE helped divert more than 150 million pounds of post-consumer carpet from landfills through reuse, recycling and 'waste-to-energy' programs.
Their goal, by 2012, is to divert 40% of carpet from landfills. To learn more please visit www.carpetrecovery.org
Most of us have had the experience of choosing what type of carpet to have in our home...which means that most of us have shared that shocking moment of discovering just how expensive it can be to not only purchase carpet, but have it installed as well.
The answer is simple: Unwanted carpet gets thrown away. And carpets that get thrown away end up in a landfill. With more than 300 million Americans (and the number always growing) just imagine how much space/waste we are accumulating from carpet and padding alone!
That's why, as a "Thank You" for reading this blog, we'll offer you something that we don't offer anywhere else: Call STEAMATIC and reference that you read our blog and you will get 3 ROOMS of CARPET CLEANED for only $99!
314-434-4600
But what about the obvious? In some cases people NEED NEW CARPET...what can they do to help save the world in that situation? Why not RECYCLE?
YES!
The Carpet America Recovery Effort (CARE) is an industry-government initiative that develops market-based solutions for the recycling and reuse of carpet. CARE started out in 2002, and two years after that, CARE helped divert more than 150 million pounds of post-consumer carpet from landfills through reuse, recycling and 'waste-to-energy' programs.
Their goal, by 2012, is to divert 40% of carpet from landfills. To learn more please visit www.carpetrecovery.org
Monday, October 11, 2010
DO YOU KNOW WHAT ELSE IS SLEEPING WITH YOU?
There are some services we provide at Steamatic that we are confident apply to YOU, even as you are reading this blog. There are others that, while important, may never become necessary for you to consider. After all, you may never have to deal with a fire in your home--and we hope that you don't--however, all of us need sleep. And with sleep comes something that many people never even prioritize for cleaning:
THE MATTRESS
The primary source of DUST MITE EXPOSURE is in YOUR BEDROOM! Your bedroom is providing warmth, humidity and (grossest of all) food for their growth.
Throughout various posts on this Steamatic blog we have (and will continue to) discuss DUST MITES. Dust mites eat dead skin cells. Dead skin cells make up 80% of all household dust. When dust mites aren't using our dead skin cells for food they enjoy water vapor...and guess what--WE provide them THAT, too! (brace yourself for another scary fact) We provide dust mites with 1 pint of water vapor EVERY NIGHT! 1 pint, per person, from perspiring and breathing.
During the night, most people 'toss & turn' up to 70 times. This launches mite feces pellets, from your bed, into the air. They can stay airborne for up to 2 hours. Once they get into the air, these dried dust mite droppings are inhaled by YOU. This can cause wheezing, coughing, itchy eyes, the sniffles, and in more serious cases, asthma, eczema and allergic rhinitis.
SO WHAT DO YOU DO?!
Well, you can't cut out sleep. We've checked and all the doctors out there still say it's very important. So what does that leave you with?
CLEANING.
Most of the cleaning YOU can do and, as long as you keep up on it, you'll find a significant decrease in the amount of allergens that have been burdening you. Washing your linens on a regular and consistent basis is key and strongly recommended.
As you've probably figured out, we are not a laundry service. So washing your sheets is still going to be on your chore list.
But here's something to really think about: What do you do after you take your clean, fresh sheets out of the dryer?
YOU PUT THEM ON YOUR MATTRESS.
If you can't remember the last time you had your mattress cleaned--then it's been too long. Steamatic can clean and sanitize your mattress and help get you back into a healthier habit of living--TODAY!
Even after everything we've pointed out, this still might not seem like a priority for you. But what if you are not the only one in your home? We've been focusing on YOUR mattress...but what about theirs?
THE MATTRESS
The primary source of DUST MITE EXPOSURE is in YOUR BEDROOM! Your bedroom is providing warmth, humidity and (grossest of all) food for their growth.
Throughout various posts on this Steamatic blog we have (and will continue to) discuss DUST MITES. Dust mites eat dead skin cells. Dead skin cells make up 80% of all household dust. When dust mites aren't using our dead skin cells for food they enjoy water vapor...and guess what--WE provide them THAT, too! (brace yourself for another scary fact) We provide dust mites with 1 pint of water vapor EVERY NIGHT! 1 pint, per person, from perspiring and breathing.
During the night, most people 'toss & turn' up to 70 times. This launches mite feces pellets, from your bed, into the air. They can stay airborne for up to 2 hours. Once they get into the air, these dried dust mite droppings are inhaled by YOU. This can cause wheezing, coughing, itchy eyes, the sniffles, and in more serious cases, asthma, eczema and allergic rhinitis.
SO WHAT DO YOU DO?!
Well, you can't cut out sleep. We've checked and all the doctors out there still say it's very important. So what does that leave you with?
CLEANING.
Most of the cleaning YOU can do and, as long as you keep up on it, you'll find a significant decrease in the amount of allergens that have been burdening you. Washing your linens on a regular and consistent basis is key and strongly recommended.
As you've probably figured out, we are not a laundry service. So washing your sheets is still going to be on your chore list.
But here's something to really think about: What do you do after you take your clean, fresh sheets out of the dryer?
YOU PUT THEM ON YOUR MATTRESS.
If you can't remember the last time you had your mattress cleaned--then it's been too long. Steamatic can clean and sanitize your mattress and help get you back into a healthier habit of living--TODAY!
314-434-4600
EXCLUSIVE OFFER!
As a bonus for you reading this blog we are prepared to offer a MATTRESS CLEANING DISCOUNT that is unique. It's only for those who call us up and tell us they did so because of this blog. (that's not too hard, is it?) By doing just that we will offer you something we've never done before.
ONE FREE MATTRESS CLEANING
for each mattress you schedule to be cleaned. So, if you have a family of four,
you pay for 2 mattress cleanings and you'll get all four cleaned!
A FINAL THOUGHT ON MATTRESS CLEANING:
Even after everything we've pointed out, this still might not seem like a priority for you. But what if you are not the only one in your home? We've been focusing on YOUR mattress...but what about theirs?
Tuesday, October 5, 2010
Wondering Whether Certain Certifications Make A Difference?
A lot of companies can try to grab your attention with flashy ads and super cheap pricing.
Hopefully, we don't need to remind you that you really do get what you pay for.
Sometimes you'll see a bunch of letters next to a company name or logo. When it comes to the business of cleaning and restoration, sometimes, the last thing you want to do is try and decipher things that look like they belong in a Dan Brown novel.
For Example: IICRC
Have you ever seen this one? If you have then it means you were looking at a very good company. So what does IICRC mean?
The Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC) has served as the Industry Guardian for the cleaning, inspection and restoration service industries for more than 30 years. As a non-profit certification organization, the IICRC helps ensure that you have access to trusted and trained cleaning professionals by establishing and monitoring certification programs and standards for these industries.
To qualify for IICRC-Certified Firm status businesses must demonstrate proof of insurance, maintain a written customer complaint policy with documented follow-up and provide ongoing education and training leading to certification for all technicians. IICRC Certified Firms are also required to abide by the IICRC Code of Ethics. Services provided by IICRC–Certified professionals range from flooring inspection and cleaning to mold remediation to water and fire damage restoration.
As an IICRC firm, Steamatic of St. Louis continues to meet all industry standards and never stops exceeding our clients expectations.
What do you need most?
And of course, when life throws you a curve ball and you have a FLOOD, FIRE or you've found MOLD--we answer the phone 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Hopefully, we don't need to remind you that you really do get what you pay for.
Sometimes you'll see a bunch of letters next to a company name or logo. When it comes to the business of cleaning and restoration, sometimes, the last thing you want to do is try and decipher things that look like they belong in a Dan Brown novel.
For Example: IICRC
Have you ever seen this one? If you have then it means you were looking at a very good company. So what does IICRC mean?
The Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC) has served as the Industry Guardian for the cleaning, inspection and restoration service industries for more than 30 years. As a non-profit certification organization, the IICRC helps ensure that you have access to trusted and trained cleaning professionals by establishing and monitoring certification programs and standards for these industries.
To qualify for IICRC-Certified Firm status businesses must demonstrate proof of insurance, maintain a written customer complaint policy with documented follow-up and provide ongoing education and training leading to certification for all technicians. IICRC Certified Firms are also required to abide by the IICRC Code of Ethics. Services provided by IICRC–Certified professionals range from flooring inspection and cleaning to mold remediation to water and fire damage restoration.
As an IICRC firm, Steamatic of St. Louis continues to meet all industry standards and never stops exceeding our clients expectations.
What do you need most?
CARPET CLEANING?
AIR DUCT CLEANING?
DRYER VENT CLEANING?
MATTRESS CLEANING?
(just think about those dust mites)
TILE & GROUT CLEANING?
And of course, when life throws you a curve ball and you have a FLOOD, FIRE or you've found MOLD--we answer the phone 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
314-434-4600
Wednesday, September 29, 2010
FLOODED with unwanted WATER? The Clock is Ticking!
When it comes to water damage in your home, there is a very simple rule: The LONGER you WAIT--the MORE you PAY!
This has a double meaning...obviously, it's going to cost more to repair and replace items that become more and more damaged...however, not everything is monetary. Your TIME is invaluable and that is why we want to help prepare you for life's unexpected emergencies.
And a FLOOD in your HOME is a SERIOUS EMERGENCY.
Here is our helpful 'play-by-play' of the DAMAGE that can occur in the minutes, hours, days and even weeks following a FLOOD that has gone UNTREATED:
WITHIN MINUTES...
Several things occur. First, water can spread into more areas which increases both the cost and the headache you're likely to endure. Also, any paper goods such as art work, cardboard boxes and pictures can be ruined from absorbing too much moisture. This can lead to swelling, warping and delaminating. The wood stain on furniture can also begin to bleed onto your carpet. This will stain the carpet permanently and the finish on the wood itself can turn white.
WITHIN HOURS...
Drywall will begin to soak up the water and start to swell and distort. More damage can occur to wood furniture if it is still touching the water. The furniture will start delaminating and begin to swell. Within hours after flooding, the most potentially hazardous damage begins: Microorganisms start growing exponentially and consequential odor will develop.
WITHIN DAYS...
Mold reveals itself visually and musty odors intensify. This makes the location of the water damage very dangerous to people with weak immune systems or respiratory problems. Any person fitting that description, and especially small children, should be removed from the premises. Any materials that can be called "moisture-sensitive" (musical instruments, wood artwork, baseball card collections, etc...) can begin to swell as well--even if they are not touching the water. This is due to the high level of condensed moisture or humidity. Moisture will then attack the building by causing metal to rust, electrical components to fail, doors and window casings to swell and split and structural pieces (such as joists & studs) to also swell and split.
WITHIN WEEKS...
You just may be looking for a new house to buy...After all, you now have fungi growing on organic materials in your home. Anything wood is most likely ruined, since they have been warped and split with the finish completely destroyed. The need to now gut the structure is a reality. All materials affected by the water, moisture or humidity must now be replaced. Finally, this is now a dangerously infested area that runs the risk of seriously hurting any occupants.
So here's what you need to remember: WHEN YOU HAVE WATER IN YOUR HOME - CALL STEAMATIC! We're here 24 hours a day and 7 days a week. We work with all major insurance companies and will work with you and them to help close your claim fast. No insurance? No problem--we are always by the phone and waiting to lend a hand.
314-434-4600
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