Calling The Steam Team for Smoke and Fire Damage

When disaster strikes, who do you turn to? The professionals, we hope! We also hope that you never have to face a house fire, but in the instance that you do, know that you can rely on The Steam Team to get your home up and running in as little time as possible. House fires typically involve fire, smoke, and water damage. You’re going to need someone to help with cleanup and drying everything out. Let’s discuss the process and get you up to speed with exactly how we can help! 

The Start of Fire Damage Cleanup

What’s important here is time, friends. A professional needs to be contacted immediately after the fire damage has occurred. Contacting a professional 24-48 hours afterward can make a huge difference when it comes to structural damage, and the overall ease of the cleanup and restoration process. 

After you’ve made contact, we’ll come out and perform a Fire Damage Assessment. This will help discern how much will go into the cleanup process and where we’ll need to begin. Then, if necessary, we’ll offer a board up and roof tarp service. 

Water and Smoke Damage

Water is used to put out fire, of course, so naturally, water damage can occur in situations like these. If water damage is present, we’ll move in on it quickly. We’ll make sure everything is dried out (you can help in the meantime by setting up box fans, opening windows, etc). We’ll also begin to remove smoke and soot from all surfaces! We’ll restore your home to its previous condition: a healthy environment for you and your family to live in. 

House fires are a serious issue. But who better to have by your side than The Steam Team? The Steam Team has been at this for over a decade and we know exactly what to do when disaster strikes. So don’t hesitate; give us a call ASAP!

5 Lingering Dangers After Fire & Water Damage Marble Falls

If you’ve experienced a fire in your home, you’ll want to have your home cleaned and restored as soon as possible. You might be thinking that you can handle the job yourself but you should know that even after the flames have burned out, the danger isn’t over. Here are 5 reasons that you should leave the cleaning and restoration up to professionals I Marble Falls:

Carbon Monoxide Poisoning

Attempting to enter a recently burned building is extremely dangerous for many reasons. Perhaps the most obvious danger is the inhalation of smoke still remaining in the building. Inhaling smoke can lead to a decrease in the body’s oxygen and cause carbon monoxide poisoning.

Long-term Damage

Exposure to smoke in the long term can lead to many serious health conditions and has been associated with an increase in cardiovascular disease.

Immediate Reactions

When coming in direct contact with smoke, you’re also likely to experience many negative short-term reactions such as nausea due to odor, or irritation to the nose, throat or eyes.

Dangerous Chemical Reactions

Since most homes are filled with cleaning supplies and various other products containing harsh chemicals, the fire may have caused combustion of these chemicals or caused them to mix, either of which could make the smoke extremely toxic to inhale.

Weakened Immune Systems

Those with weakened or less developed immune systems are particularly at risk to the dangers of smoke and soot. That includes infants, children and the elderly. Anybody with weakened immune systems should stay far away from any building that has recently experienced a fire.

How We Can Help

Given the information above, we hope we have urged you to never enter a property that has recently experienced fire damage. For situations as sensitive as this, stay safe and let the professionals handle it. The Steam Team technicians can fully clean and restore any property with the proper equipment and methods. For more information on our fire damage restoration service in Marble Falls or Horshoebay, visit The Steam Team website. If you have fire or water damage in marble falls call us now at 512-451-8326.

3 Tips to Maintain Your Flooring Through the Winter

Water And Fire Damage 

The holidays are a hectic time of year for most people! We’re exhausted from working long hours, tying up the year. We’re frazzled, running on fumes, and full of doubts like “Does Timmy already have this set of Legos? Are gift cards still a ‘thing?’” In the middle of preparing for family gatherings and a season spent indoors, it’s difficult to keep up with cleaning routines! But with the right amount of focus in the correct areas of your home, you can keep your flooring in great condition throughout the winter.

1. Prepare for Increased Foot Traffic

During the winter time, it’s likely that our pets will be spending more time indoors, cuddling up next to us on the couch or beside the fireplace. Wherever their spot is, they’re bound to leave a mess behind.

Having more people in our homes means more foot traffic, and thus more dust and dirt to clean up at the end of the day! Keep the necessary supplies on hand for your convenience, or add a couple of area rugs to your living room.

1. Vacuum, Instead of Dust Mopping/Sweeping

Dust mopping and sweeping both have a way of merely pushing dust and dirt around the room, instead of collecting it. Vacuums are more effective, efficient, and will save you frustration this winter as you’ll be cleaning up more frequently.

1. Have Your Carpet, Tile, or Hardwood Flooring Regularly Cleaned by a Professional Steam Cleaning Company

Having a professional tend to your flooring is a wonderful way to optimize its condition. Whether you have carpet, tile, hardwood, or concrete flooring, a professional cleaning and restoration company has the right equipment to get the job done.

For professional results, you’ll need a professional’s experience and expertise. Give The Steam Team a call today; we’ll have your flooring looking like new, just in time for the holidays!