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SERVPRO Residential and Commercial Cleaning Services

9/19/2023 (Permalink)

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Cleaning services are crucial following a disaster or an incident that causes water damage, fire damage, mold, or storm damage. If your home and belongings are not properly cleaned, it can lead to further damage, causing you to spend more money, time, and creating more stress. That's why we're here.

SERVPRO technicians can effectively clean your home "like it never even happened." Follow along as our team is here to let you know about our residential cleaning and commercial cleaning support services that'll help you get your home or business back to preloss condition, quickly.

Our Residential Cleaning Services Include:

Commercial Cleaning Services

You don't have time to worry about the common wear and tear that gradually soils your office. When grime, odor, and moisture challenges go beyond the scope of your company's regular janitorial staff, you should call SERVPRO of West Somerset County for prompt service.

Whether it's removing an odor problem or deep cleaning flooring or carpets, you can rely on us to make your workspace look its very best.

We offer services ranging from cleaning restaurant hoods to removing biohazard contaminants. We have the specialized training and products to get your property back to business.

Every cleaning and restoration service we mention above under residential cleaning and restoration, we can do for commercial as well.

When It Comes to Commercial Carpets

First impressions are everything and cleanliness is extremely important. Customers and clients want to enter into a building or environment that looks spotless and pristine, and clean carpets in the entryway, lobby, etc., are a crucial element to instilling customer confidence.

But, how often do you have to get your commercial cleaning done? Let's take a look at some examples.

For churches, it's important to get this job done at least once a year - and we mean a thorough, professional cleaning. Depending on the size of the facility, multiple cleanings can be done on entrances during the year.

School and retail carpets should be cleaned professionally every 3-6 months, as there is heavy traffic for most of the year with kids and customers.

Office buildings should expect to be cleaned every 6 months annually.

For nursing homes and medical facilities, there are numerous regulations involved. It has never been more important, considering the increased awareness of airborne contaminants today, for healthcare facilities to increase their deep carpet cleaning schedules.

SERVPRO of West Somerset County can clean your commercial surfaces, carpeting and more. We'll also help with upholstery cleaning, which is a large part of the deep clean process.

If You Need Restoration Services

SERVPRO has your back with all of your restoration services needs. We can help if your home or business falls victim to water damage, fire damage, mold damage, storm damage, and more. We will take you through the entire restoration process and ensure that your home or business is back to preloss condition fast and efficiently.

We'll talk to your insurance company, take care of various issues, and utilize our professional equipment to bring your home or business back to life. Our professionals care about you and want to help as quickly as we can, so things can go back to normal, quickly.

Our professionals are highly trained in every aspect of restoration and have access to many different resources to ensure that the job is done right. If you have an emergency and you need us, just give us a call and we'll be there to restore what you need.

About SERVPRO Team Harvey
SERVPRO of West Somerset County is proudly owned by Lance and Jennifer Harvey - a husband and wife duo that owns three other SERVPRO locations, including SERVPRO of Lower Manhattan, SERVPRO of Hoboken/Union City, and SERVPRO of Aberdeen/Holmdel.

We understand the stress and worry that comes with a fire or water damage and the disruption it causes your home or business. Our goal is to help minimize the interruption to your life and quickly make it “like it never even happened.”

Learn about TEAM HARVEY: VIDEO

How We Handle Sewage Cleanup & Restoration

7/12/2023 (Permalink)

Sewage backups and dark water intrusions are more than nasty, smelly deposits - these damages can also introduce harmful microorganisms into a structure. We remove the sewage, contaminants, and moisture, and help ensure the structure is properly cleaned, disinfected, and deodorized.

If you’re experiencing flooding from a sewage backup, you need to call in professionals ASAP. Not only is the water from a sewer system very dangerous, but it’s unsanitary and may contain bacteria and viruses that could cause serious illness. To clean a mess like this up and restore your home, you need special training and equipment to safely clean this type of contamination. That’s where SERVPRO comes in!

There are three major types of contaminated water. SERVPRO of West Somerset County will inspect that contaminated water to determine the type of water and then plan the appropriate response to safely restore your home or business.

What Are the Three Types of Contaminated Water?
The three types of contaminated water include “clean water,” “gray water,” and “black water.”

Category 1: Clean Water - This is water from a clean source, such as a broken clean water supply line or faucet. If left untreated, category 1 can quickly degrade into category 2 or 3 water, depending upon such factors as time, temperature, and contact with contaminants.

Category 2: Gray Water - This water has a significant level of contamination that could cause discomfort or illness if ingested. Sources for category 2 water may include washing machine overflow, toilet overflow with some urine & no feces, or dishwasher overflow. This may contain bacteria and viruses and can quickly degrade to category 3 if left untreated.

Category 3: Black Water - This water is grossly unsanitary and can cause severe illness or death if ingested. Any contact should be avoided. Sources for category 3 water could include flooding from rivers or streams, water from beyond the toilet trap, water from toilet bowl with feces, or standing water that has begun to support microbial growth. This may contain untreated sewage, harsh chemicals, and microbes.

Other Cleaning Services We Offer
SERVPRO of West Somerset County doesn’t only take care of cleaning up sewage, we also offer cleaning services for:

About SERVPRO Team Harvey
SERVPRO of West Somerset County is proudly owned by Lance and Jennifer Harvey - a husband and wife duo that owns three other SERVPRO locations, including SERVPRO of Lower Manhattan, SERVPRO of Hoboken/Union City, and SERVPRO of Aberdeen/Holmdel.

We understand the stress and worry that comes with a fire or water damage and the disruption it causes your home or business. Our goal is to help minimize the interruption to your life and quickly make it “like it never even happened.”

SERVPRO of West Somerset County’s Residential Cleaning Services

4/10/2023 (Permalink)

Cleaning is an element to every recovery project that we undertake, and as a full-service restoration team offering a one-stop-shop solution, having a roster of highly-trained cleaning technicians is vital. We have team members accredited in multiple facets of renewal and recovery through the Institute of Inspection, Cleaning & Restoration Certification (IICRC), such as Carpet Cleaning (CCT), Odor Control (OCT), Upholstery & Fabric Cleaning (UFT), and biohazard recovery.

What Can We Help With?
We can help with water, fire, mold, or other loss incidents. This even includes a vandalism case in Skillman, NJ. Our professionals could see that the scope of the damage caused was extensive. Since the home was being put up for sale, we had to work quickly to clean up after these damages. We prepared the building and worked with a contractor who could replace broken windows, reconstruct damaged areas, and repaint where necessary to make it “like it never even happened.”

What Services Do We Offer?
We offer carpet & upholstery cleaning, air duct cleaning, odor removal, sewage & biohazard clean up, ceilings/floors/walls, drapes & blinds, trauma & crime scene, vandalism & graffiti, and commercial cleaning as well. Let’s dive more into these.

Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning
The SERVPRO carpet and upholstery cleaning service will not only get out the dirt you see, but will also remove the unwanted dust you don’t. A professionally cleaning carpet and furniture may make all the difference in brightening up a room and freshening up your home.

Air Duct & HVAC Cleaning
We all have tasks around the house that don’t make it to the top of your priority list. Properly maintaining your home’s air ducts should not be one of them. Regular duct cleaning can increase your home’s heating and cooling efficiency and improve the quality of the air you and your family breathe.

Odor Removal
Your basic cleaning service is not going to have the expertise to effectively deodorize your home. Take advantage of SERVPRO’s residential cleaning services to remove unwanted odors.

Sewage & Biohazard Clean Up
Our experts are ready to assist in the cleanup of sewage and other biohazard materials and provide deep cleaning services for your home.

Ceiling, Floors, & Walls
Ceiling and wall cleaning should be a part of the cleaning maintenance of your home or business. You should also clean walls before painting so that primer and paint can adhere properly. Whether you are preparing to paint or just looking for professional cleaning, we can help.

Drapes & Blinds
We excel at cleaning fine fabrics and intricate pieces using wet or dry methods as required. We carefully inspect and test fabrics to determine which of our system’s five cleaning methods is best suited to your fabrics. We use state-of-the-art equipment designed specifically for cleaning fine fabrics.

Odor Removal
As experts in deodorization, we’re trained to identify and eliminate offensive odors. These odors can come from a number of sources both inside and outside a structure. Our technicians have access to several odor removal products capable of penetrating surfaces to neutralize an unpleasant odor thoroughly.

Sewage Cleanup & Restoration
Water from sewer system backups should be considered very dangerous. The water is grossly unsanitary and may contain bacteria and viruses that could cause serious illness. Special training and equipment is necessary to safely clean this type of contamination.

Trauma & Crime Scene Cleanup
Our technicians follow OSHA and EPA protocols to help transform an unsafe environment back into a clean, safe home or business. Our first focus is always safety, since crime or accident scenes may involve bloodborne pathogens, harmful chemicals, and other dangers. We will always treat your property and the people involved with the greatest empathy and respect in the face of trying circumstances.

Vandalism & Graffiti Cleanup
Vandalism and graffiti can be very upsetting. It can range from relatively minor pranks to malicious destruction of property. Often simple acts of vandalism, like breaking a window, can cause significant water and mold damage if not addressed in a timely manner.

About SERVPRO Team Harvey
SERVPRO of Lower Manhattan is proudly owned by Lance and Jennifer Harvey - a husband and wife duo that owns three other SERVPRO locations, including SERVPRO of Lower Manhattan, SERVPRO of Hoboken/Union City, and SERVPRO of Aberdeen/Holmdel.

We understand the stress and worry that comes with a fire or water damage and the disruption it causes your home or business. Our goal is to help minimize the interruption to your life and quickly make it “like it never even happened.”

Benefits of Air Ducts & HVAC Cleaning

3/1/2023 (Permalink)

The air ducts in your home provide a very important function. They circulate the air from your heating and cooling system into and out of each room, which allows for consistent interior comfort regardless of the season.

If your HVAC has been operating for some time without attention, it could be circulating one or more of the following:

  • Dust
  • Pollen
  • Odors
  • Dirt and debris
  • Other contaminants

What Are the Benefits of Air Ducts & HVAC Cleaning?

There are many benefits when it comes to cleaning your air ducts and HVAC system. These include:

  • Creating a cleaner living environment
  • Providing better breathing air
  • Reduces allergens and irritants
  • Removes unpleasant smells and odors
  • Improves airflow efficiency
  • Helps restore peak energy efficiency
  • Helps reduce the potential for mold growth

SERVPRO of West Somerset County professionals routinely inspect the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning unit (HVAC). Keeping them clean can extend the life of the equipment and can in turn, save you money and give you cleaner air to breathe.

However, duct cleaning is not always necessary. We will make recommendations about the best way to address any indoor air quality concerns. This can save you money and provide peace of mind on the health of your system.

Should You Have Your Air Ducts Cleaned?

If no one in your household suffers from allergies or unexplained symptoms or illness and if, after a look inside the ducts, you may see no indication that your air ducts are contaminated with large deposits of dust or mold, having them cleaned is probably unnecessary.

However, if family members are experiencing unusual or unexplained symptoms or illnesses that you think might be related to your home environment, you may want to have your air ducts looked at. SERVPRO will come and take a look and provide information on whether you need them cleaned or not.

About SERVPRO Team Harvey
SERVPRO of Lower Manhattan is proudly owned by Lance and Jennifer Harvey - a husband and wife duo that owns three other SERVPRO locations, including SERVPRO of Lower Manhattan, SERVPRO of Hoboken/Union City, and SERVPRO of Aberdeen/Holmdel.

We understand the stress and worry that comes with a fire or water damage and the disruption it causes your home or business. Our goal is to help minimize the interruption to your life and quickly make it “like it never even happened.”

How Often Does Your Branchburg Commercial Business’ Carpets Need to be Cleaned?

12/15/2022 (Permalink)

When it comes to your business, first impressions are everything and cleanliness is next to godliness.

Customers and clients want to enter into a building that looks clean and pristine, and clean carpets in the entryway, lobby, etc. - are a crucial element to instilling customer confidence.

But how often do your Branchburg commercial business’ carpets need to be cleaned? Every business is unique.

Here are some specific examples of carpet cleaning schedules:

  • Churches - at least once a year, have a thorough cleaning and protecting done. Depending on the size, multiple cleanings can be done on entrances during the year.
  • Schools - every 3-6 months.
  • Office buildings - every 6 months to annually, office buildings should clean their carpets. You must also consider what kind of dirt is being tracked in by employees and customers, as well as the number of employees and customers coming in on a daily basis.
  • Retail stores - every 3-6 months.
  • Nursing homes/medical facilities - Regarding the sanitation and cleaning of healthcare facilities, there are numerous regulations. It has never been more important, considering the increased awareness of airborne contaminants today, for healthcare facilities to increase their deep carpet cleaning schedules.
  • Bars/restaurants - at least quarterly, carpets should be cleaned and protected in bars and restaurants. Among other things, kitchen grease that gets tracked through ad spills make this an essential duty.

Let SERVPRO of West Somerset County clean your commercial carpeting and more. At SERVPRO, we can also help with upholstery cleaning, should you feel you can benefit from that. When it comes to commercial cleaning, in fact, we cover all the bases. WE service military and government buildings, industrial and manufacturing locations, high-rise residential buildings, big box/large retail stores, hotels/motels, restaurants, and much more.

Reach out with any and all of your questions and inquiries: (732) 805-9944

About SERVPRO Team Harvey
SERVPRO of Lower Manhattan is proudly owned by Lance and Jennifer Harvey - a husband and wife duo that owns three other SERVPRO locations, including SERVPRO of Lower Manhattan, SERVPRO of Hoboken/Union City, and SERVPRO of Aberdeen/Holmdel.

We understand the stress and worry that comes with a fire or water damage and the disruption it causes your home or business. Our goal is to help minimize the interruption to your life and quickly make it “like it never even happened.”

Professional Recommendations to Help Spring Cleaning

4/15/2016 (Permalink)

Call SERVPRO today at 732-805-9944 for your deep spring cleaning!

Beginning with the right tools will help this year’s spring cleaning go quickly

It looks like it’s finally really spring in New Jersey, and that means spring cleaning! To help you out we have some recommendations from the professionals at the Institute for Inspection Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC).  Our SERVPRO crew members are certified by the IICRC so you know we have the training and experience to help you if you want to take your spring cleaning to the next level.

The IICRC identifies the following eight tools as the best to keep on hand for cleaning your property:

  1. Microfiber cloths attract more dirt than you ever thought could be present, and distilled water is one of the most powerful solvents available while also being safe. The combination is unstoppable!
  2. One damp and one dry cloth to follow it to make sure you pick up all the dirt and prevent streaking.
  3. A white or blue non-scratch scrubbing sponge or microfiber cloth for hard to remove dirt. Green sponges usually have a risk of scratching surfaces. Remember that sponges can harbor germs, so keep the bathroom and kitchen separate.
  4. A plastic or metal spackling knife or spatula to cover with a cloth and reach into edges and other tight spaces and between louvered door slats.
  5. A NEW toothbrush – that’s right. While cleaning is a great reuse for an old toothbrush, consider getting a new one or even a scrub brush in a similar design to attack the difficult areas with the extra force of new bristles.
  6. A razor blade, when used carefully and safely, can be irreplaceable in removing residue from hard surfaces such as tape or paint on a window. Always test first to make sure it won’t damage the surface you are trying to clean, and use at an acute angle to the surface.
  7. A general purpose cleaner and a tile cleaner will take care of heavy dirt and mold better than distilled water.
  8. Carry a plastic bag with you to collect trash and debris, saving you from having to clean up after your cleaning.

Bonus: A cleaning caddy with a handle or a bucket with pockets will be indispensable in keeping all your tools together as you move through your home or business.

Making a plan of the order in which to do your cleaning will give you direction and purpose and make sure you are thorough, completing each room before moving on to the next. Another good tip to keep in mind is to clean each room from the top down, that way you won’t have to clean the floor again if you knock dust off a high shelf.

If even after all these tips you think you may have a job for the professionals, call SERVPRO at 732-805-9944 and our experienced and IICRC-certified crew will be happy to give your commercial or residential property a deep clean!

Source

Building Services Management Magazine: April 2014; Eight Tools for Spring Cleaning and IEQ.

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