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Mold cleaning is not a task to be taken lightly. Not only is mold incredibly unsightly and smelly, but certain kinds can pose a serious risk to your health and the health of your family members and pets. Unfortunately, it is often impossible to determine exactly what type of mold you are dealing with without proper lab testing.

Many Americans cite a home fire as one of their biggest fears, and with good reason. Our homes are a place where all the things we hold dear are kept; our family, our security, our peace of mind. When our homes are threatened by a house fire, it's an incredibly helpless feeling. In the face of a very vulnerable time, making decisions about how to handle the fire damage that has happened can seem like an overwhelming task. At ServiceMaster Quality Services, we have been helping Terrebonne Parish, Lafourche Parish, and all surrounding Parishes recover their homes from fire damage since 1990. When it comes to restoring your home from fire damage, time really is of the essence. While you still may be reeling with insurance and informing friends and family of your whereabouts, smoke, soot, and ash may be causing further damage to your home.Not to mention the water left in your home from the fire department having to put out the fire. Because of the complex chemical compounds found in your home after the fire, it's important that you have trained, professional, technicians on site quickly to help. Because we know that tragedy doesn't ever come at a convenient time, we are available to help with fire damage restoration 24/7/365.

Everyone wants to walk in that front door and feel a clean, welcoming home waiting for them. Coming home to dirt, mildew and bacteria is not okay. With so many cleaning options out there it is tough to tell what is safe for pets or small children and what isn't. What good is cleaning your house if you are hurting the ones you love? Here are five natural cleaners and what they can do for you:

It can seem like a daunting task, but many homeowners and business owners with no professional handyman skills can easily remove carpet after certain types of disasters.  With the right tools and advice, you will soon see why it makes more sense to save money by removing your own carpet.  In addition to removing the carpet, disposal is included to protect your health and safety.  To get a better idea of how to complete a carpet removal project from start to finish, keep reading.

Bathrooms are one of the most likely places for mold to grow, because of the moisture and wetness that are common there. Here are a few tips for keeping your bathroom mold free.

The words spring cleaning imply that cleaning is only done in the spring. Yet we know that spring cleaning is a time of renewal and refreshing. So, spring cleaning more aptly implies a type of cleaning done after the workings and remnant of winter has had its way.

We all feel tired and don't want to clean up after we get home from work. Yet we still somehow find the energy to do something most of the time. Why? Why is it important for our homes to be clean?

Water is like a hammer, able to build and destroy. The globe upon which we base our survival is covered with this life-sustaining element. All life requires water. Water is the most important nutrient for life and as such, the human body consists of approximately 75% water. However, in a moment of time, through a flood, hurricane, or some other force, water may become a stimulus for disaster. Emergencies of that nature need immediate attention or the damage will escalate into a mold mitigating operation. At ServiceMaster Quality Services, we want to provide as much preventative information as possible. You may apply the following information to residential or commercial properties.

If you’re like most people, you probably treat your pet just like another member of the family. Unfortunately, sometimes that family member happens to leave unanticipated messes on your precious rugs. If you would like to learn more about how to tackle such messes without making them any worse, read on. This article will discuss two helpful strategies to be aware of when it comes to rug cleaning.

Mold is a common problem here in the Houma area. The climate is warm, humid and rainy, creating perfect conditions. Even if you don’t live in a wet area, other problems around your home or business, such as leaks, provide enough moisture to encourage mold growth. You may not realize the depth of the problem until you begin to experience troubling issues such as illness or damage to your home or business. Here are a few signs that you may need a professional to do mold cleaning.