Last updated 11 months ago
If you found our recent blog posts interesting, please explore the information provided below. These links contain useful information about water damage and air duct cleaning that can help you keep your home mold-free. To inquire about our carpet cleaning, air duct cleaning or upholstery cleaning services, call Steam Express at (281) 320-8006.
Last updated 11 months ago
As summer hits in full force and the temperatures soar, you will be using your air conditioner more than ever. For this reason, it is important to make sure that your air conditioning unit is working at its best. For example, it is particularly important to make sure that you clean your air ducts. Over time, dust, air-borne allergens, and other debris can get stuck in your ventilation system. Having your air ducts cleaned every two years can help you keep your vents debris-free. Here are some instances in which air duct cleaning can benefit your home or building:
- Eliminate Mold
Over time, dust and moisture can collect in your air conditioning vents, creating ideal conditions for mold growth. Mold spores can then spread through your home via the ventilation system. Mold is a microbiological contaminator that can affect your health in many ways. Individuals exposed to mold spores will often develop respiratory problems and exhibit asthma-like symptoms. Young people and individuals who have pre-existing respiratory problems are particularly susceptible to these illnesses. Cleaning your air ducts will eliminate dust and moisture, removing the ingredients necessary for mold growth.
- Remove Bad Odors
In addition to causing health problems, the buildup of debris in your ventilation system can also cause bad odors inside your home. Bad odors can be particularly bothersome if you have a business. Customers might be turned off by the smell and choose to go elsewhere, for example. Having your air ducts regularly cleaned can help eliminate these odors by removing mold and other forms of debris.
- Increase Efficiency
Another good reason to get your air conditioner ducts cleaned is that it increases your unit’s efficiency. In particularly bad cases, large amounts of debris inside your ducts can actually impede airflow. An air conditioner that works at less than optimum efficiency will have to work harder to keep your home cool. This means that your energy bills will likely be higher.
Don’t let your air conditioner let you down this summer. Make sure your unit is clear of mold and other debris by having your air ducts cleaned. To learn more about the benefits of air duct cleaning, carpet cleaning, or dryer vent cleaning, call Steam Express at (281) 320-8006.
Last updated 11 months ago
Allergies can severely impact your quality of life. Understanding the causes of your allergies is the first step to treating them and minimizing their impact on your life.
In this video you will learn about the causes of indoor allergies. As much as we like to believe that our homes protect us from the allergens outside, the fact is that our homes are filled with allergens. In fact, the air inside our homes often carries mold spores, dust, and even dead skin. It’s important to keep in mind that mattresses are also a source of allergens.
To learn more about the causes of indoor allergies and how you can get rid of them, call Steam Express at (281) 320-8006. We also offer air duct cleaning, carpet cleaning, upholstery cleaning, and more.
Last updated 1 year ago
Water damage can occur in a multitude of ways. Whether you have a leaky roof or are the victim of a flood, water damage can happen swiftly and have devastating consequences for your home and your family’s health. Here are a couple of detrimental results that can happen to your home if water damage is not taken care of promptly:
- Structural Damage
Moisture damage can severely compromise the structural integrity of your home. This is not confined to major events like floods, either. Indeed, even small roof leaks can, over time, weaken the wooden structure that supports your home, putting you and your family in danger and increasing the chance of a collapse. Over time, moisture penetrates deeper and deeper into wood, making it weaker over time. For this reason, it is imperative to make sure that you identify water damage as soon as possible and then take concrete steps to repair and restore any damaged parts.
- Mold
In addition to compromising your home’s structural integrity, water damage can also pose a health risk to you and your family. For example, when your home’s structure is exposed to moisture, it creates ideal conditions for the growth of mold and other dangerous fungi. If left unattended, mold can pose a severe health threat to humans. Indeed, the longer you wait, the more severe the problem will become.
If your home has recently experienced prolonged water exposure or if you suspect you might have a leak, do not wait. The earlier you catch the problem, the easier it will be to restore your home. To learn more about the importance of prompt water damage restoration, call Steam Express at (281) 320-8006. Our crews are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to help make sure that water damage does not compromise your home’s structural integrity or lead to mold growth. We offer air duct cleaning, carpet cleaning, upholstery cleaning, and more.
Last updated 1 year ago
Keeping your carpets clean makes your whole house look better. Clean carpets also boost indoor air quality and your general health. Check out the following resources to learn more about the importance of cleaning your carpets. Improve the air quality of your home with revolutionary upholstery, air duct, and carpet cleaning methods from Steam Express. Call (281) 320-8006 to find out how!
- The Environmental Protection Agency describes why it is so important to improve indoor air quality.
- Learn more about pet allergies in this Discovery Health article and discover some ways you can lessen your symptoms.
- The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America describes mold allergies and the problems they cause.
- Get help finding the perfect carpet cleaning company with these tips from the Carpet and Rug Institute.
- In this article, HGTV.com offers important carpet care tips to keep your floors in top condition.
