'Tis the Season for Spring Cleaning

4/10/2018 (Permalink)

As spring arrives, nature wakes up. The world turns green again, flowers bloom and the birds build their nests.

And as all this happens, we humans start to think of our nests as well: our homes and offices.

SERVPRO of West Brown County has what business and home owners need to get spring cleaning done right. Our team can freshen up your surroundings with HVAC cleaning, for starters. We are also trained to use state-of-the-art equipment to get your carpets their cleanest and focus on stain removal. We can even help you out with tasks like drapery cleaning, hard floor cleaning and deodorization.

If you need help getting rid of unwanted clutter, we can use our muscle to haul away any trash or unwanted items like furniture. Get that garage or basement cleaned out for the season!

For the homeowner, you may want to tackle some spring cleaning at your abode on your own.

And for you, we ask (as we often do) that you consider your safety when making plans for a big clean.

If you’re going to be using chemical cleaners inside your home Consumer Reports has some tips to play it safe:

• Open windows in your home to keep fresh air flowing.
• Read labels on the products you use to see if anything is potentially harmful.
• Make sure to NEVER mix ammonia and bleach.
• If you need to move furniture and other heavy objects, get someone to help you.
• Don’t do more than you physically can.

Of course, spring isn’t just a time to focus on our “nests,” it’s a time when a lot of us want to get out in our yards. Fall and winter can leave behind a bit of a mess and spring is a great time to make it beautiful once more.

The Consumer Product Safety Commission has advice for getting the yard back in order safely:

• Dress appropriately for the work you’re doing. If you’re going to use power tools, avoid loose-fitting clothes.
• Walk around the yard or garden first to clear out debris like sticks, stones or even trash.
• Use any necessary safety equipment like goggles or gloves.
• Read all safety instructions and test power tools before using them.
• Never work with electric power tools in wet conditions.
• Handle gas cautiously, keep it away from spark or flame.
• Be sure any extension cords are in good condition.

Use your best judgment as you sweep the winter blues out of your home and yard while the world turns green again.

With cleaning your home or office, keep in mind, we can help with a lot of the heavy lifting. We have the tools and experience to get your surroundings looking and SMELLING their best. So, if there is anything we can do to help give us a call 920-434-8224.