The Trusted Local Minneapolis Area Residential and Commercial Cleaners
Posted on February 12, 2021.
Have you ever heard a chirp in the middle of the night and wondered what’s making that sound? It’s your smoke detector telling you it needs a fresh battery or needs to be completely replaced. Most smoke detectors expire within 10 years and need to be replaced. Check the expiration date on yours. Smoke detectors … Continue Reading
Posted on February 5, 2021.
When it comes to cleaning your home, one of the most neglected items in your house is your couches. While some people maybe will clean their couches once or twice a year, sprucing up your furniture should be more of a monthly activity, or it can even be done every two weeks. Here are five … Continue Reading
Posted on January 29, 2021.
Burst pipes usually happen in the winter due to freezing water. So, keep your heat on and your water flowing. Do not reduce your heat in any area where pipes are located. If there is heat, pipes will not freeze. If you are leaving town for an extended period, have someone monitor your house. … Continue Reading
Posted on January 22, 2021.
Before Hiring Restoration Technicians to fix damage to your home, you should ask these 15 questions. If you are looking for a restoration technician, odds are you have had some bad luck with water, fire, mold or some other damage to your home. These are by no means an easy fix, which is why it is important to call in an experienced professional to help fix … Continue Reading
Posted on January 15, 2021.
What are ice dams and how do ice dams form? Usually, heat escapes through ceilings into the attic of your home and warms the wood and shingles directly above it. When the outdoor temperature dips below freezing, the snow melts over the warmed section of the roof. Then meltwater runs down your roof, hitting … Continue Reading
Posted on January 8, 2021.
There are signs of electrical fire before the fire breaks out. According to a new device that can help protect your home, Ting, there are five common signs before a fire would appear. Poor electrical wire services can cause electrical fires. ServiceMaster in Minneapolis offers several different services. One of the more well-known services … Continue Reading
Posted on December 29, 2020.
When is the last time you had a thorough air duct cleaning? Air ducts are responsible for circulating air from your heating and cooling system, spreading it to each room throughout your home, and keeping you comfortable all year round. This air fills your living spaces. This is the air that you and your family … Continue Reading
Posted on December 15, 2020.
After an inspection shows you need to have your chimney cleaned, a chimney sweep will come and remove soot, blockages, and built-up creosote from your chimney liner, firebox, smoke chamber, and damper. Cleaning your chimney regularly will maintain the safe operation of your chimney and/or heating system. What is Creosote and why must … Continue Reading
Posted on December 11, 2020.
Fire Hazards: A two-part series on Chimneys & Fireplaces and what you need to know– Before you hang the stockings in front of the chimney with care, consider what care your wood-burning fireplace requires. Wood Burning Fireplace maintenance helps reduce fire hazard risks. The National Fire Protection Association recommends a chimney inspection every single year. … Continue Reading
Posted on December 7, 2020.
Holiday Fire Safety Tips from ServiceMaster of Minneapolis and the surrounding Twin Cities area. We are Fire Damage Restoration Specialists. Decorations: Holiday decorations are responsible for a surprising number of fires each year. Follow these tips to prevent an unfortunate holiday. Be sure to keep your holiday decorations several feet away from all heat sources. … Continue Reading
