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We Are Cleaning Experts

7/19/2021 (Permalink)

SERVPRO is Here to Help during this time of need

During this unprecedented time caused by the global pandemic of coronavirus, this is a reminder to our customers that we are specialists in cleaning services, and we adhere to the highest cleaning and sanitation standards.

Specialized Training

We are prepared to clean and disinfect your home or business, according to protocols set forth by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. We have years of experience in dealing with biological contaminants, and we will go beyond the scope of work that regular janitorial staff perform on a daily basis.

The CDC encourages cleaning of high-touch surfaces such as counters, tabletops, doorknobs, light switches, bathroom fixtures, toilets, phones, keyboards, tablets and tables. Other spaces mentioned in the CDC’s guidance for commercial spaces include:

  • Kitchen/Food Areas
  • Bathrooms
  • Schools/Classrooms
  • Offices
  • Retail Spaces
  • Water Fountains
  • Shelving/Racks
  • Sales Counters
  • Carpets and Rugs
  • Stair Handrails
  • Elevator Cars
  • Playground Equipment
  • Fitness Equipment

Specialized Products

The CDC recommends usage of a labeled hospital-grade disinfectant with claims against similar pathogens to the coronavirus. Multiple products in the SERVPRO product line carry the EPA-approved emerging pathogens claims. While there is currently no product tested against this particular strain of the coronavirus, we are following all guidelines as provided by the CDC and local authorities.

Call Today for a Proactive Cleaning

If your home or business needs deep cleaning services, call the experts today – [SERVPRO of Carleton/Maybee, 734-299-7006]

Air Movers: An Essential Mitigation Resource

1/28/2021 (Permalink)

Air movers (also known as “floor drying fans”, “commercial blower fans” and “industrial air blowers”) are used in water damage restoration to enhance evaporation at the surface level and reduce drying time. This type of equipment introduces airflow at the surface level and replaces the highly saturated air with drier air to enhance evaporation. Your SERVPRO of Carleton/Maybee technical experts have been specifically trained on the science of drying to know how many air movers they will need and how to position them to create airflow across all wet surfaces. In some cases, when the lower portion of multiple walls are wet, involving wet drywall behind baseboards, enough air movers are positioned to create a vortex of circular airflow around the walls. Our SERVPRO technicians operate the air movers in several different positions, offering flexibility in how to direct the airflow with the best possible outcome.

Air movers are an essential tool when mitigation services are needed due to water damage or restoring flood or disaster damage. Some advantages of drying a building with the use of air movers are as follows:

  • Low power draw
  • High velocity, making them ideal for cooling and ventilation purposes
  • Reduces water damage dry out time to carpets and floors, as well as wall cavities behind drywall
  • Dries concrete and paint
  • Removing fumes or gases from a workspace

All of us here at SERVPRO of Carleton/Maybee understand that having dedicated and trained technicians, utilizing professional protocols and equipment make a real difference in down time and in reducing claims and loss expenses. Our adage “Like it never even happened,” is our goal in returning damaged areas to a preloss condition and we are dedicated to both the property and lives of the customers we assist 24 hours a day, seven days a week and 365 days a year. We are SERVPRO of Carleton/Maybee 734-299-7006.

SERVPRO; Not Just a Disaster

10/6/2020 (Permalink)

When most people think about SERVPRO, they think about the television advertisements they see with the big green trucks and they think about water mitigation, floods, fire clean up, and mold remediation.  But did you know that we also perform normal, non emergency cleaning and maintenance services too?

One of the most common services we offer on a non disaster basis is carpet cleaning.  Believe it or not, the most important step in the carpet cleaning process is actually vacuuming.  Vacuuming removes up to 80% of soil, which is why this is standard procedure and our first step in the carpet cleaning process at SERVPRO of Carleton/Maybee.

When you contract SERVPRO of Carleton/Maybee to freshen up and clean your carpet, whether it be at your business or your home, know that you are receiving the absolute best in carpet cleaning service from our certified cleaning technicians!

Our carpet cleaning includes an initial vacuuming and a hot water extraction and steam clean using 220 degree (Fahrenheit) water and 300 psi.  Deodorization is also standard, leaving your carpet smelling so fresh and so clean.  Typically we have found that most stains are removed simply by using the steam cleaning process, but for stubborn stains, we have special SERVPRO cleaning products that will normally remove even the toughest of stains.    

With the holidays right around the corner, now is  the perfect time to call SERVPRO of Carleton/Maybee  at (734) 299-7006 for all of your cleaning needs before your next family gathering.  

Batter Up!

9/8/2020 (Permalink)

SERVPRO logo and phone number SERVPRO of Carleton/Maybee

SERVPRO of Carleton/Maybee is a proud sponsor of the Flat Rock Area Little League Baseball Association.  Located in Flat Rock, MI, we are always looking for ways to support the local communities  in which we work and live. As a family oriented business supporting local youth programs is one of our top priorities.  In this most difficult year of uncertainty, we were overjoyed that these little ones got to have a sliver of normalcy with their baseball season.  Local schools and organizations are always looking for sponsors to help financially support their goals and activities for the youth and we here at SERVPRO of Carleton/Maybee are ready and willing to provide assistance.  Available 24/7, we're Here in your community and Here to Help You!

SERVPRO Offers a Professional Approach to Crime Scene and Biohazard Cleanup

7/17/2020 (Permalink)

The aftermath of a crime needs cleanup to help bring a home or business back to normal. When something as difficult as a crime occurs that causes a biohazard situation, only specially trained disaster restoration company technicians are certified to complete this necessary cleanup job. SERVPRO offers this critical service in our community.

What to do after a crime occurs with biohazard repercussions


It is overwhelming for a homeowner when traumatic event occurred in your home. As the authorities depart from the crime scene there may be a biohazard situation that still needs to be addressed. It’s important to arrange for a biohazardous cleanup of your home. SERVPRO’s trauma and crime scene cleanup division can assist with this task, following all federal, state, and local rules to keep both residents and work crew members safe until the job is complete. If an injury or death occurred, there might be blood and other bodily fluids and tissues, potentially containing bloodborne pathogens. The procedure used to clean and disinfect surfaces contaminated is prescribed by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). SERVPRO ensures that all technicians responding to crime scene cleanup have the appropriate training and certifications. SERVPRO of Carleton/Maybee is well-versed in these procedures to ensure a thorough cleaning.
 

How biohazard cleaning is done


The decontamination of a home or business due to trauma, sewage backups, chemical spills, hoarding or other biohazards can be both dangerous and emotional. Specialized training and experience are key when choosing a cleanup company to resolve these circumstances.

We provide cleanup and recovery services for many biohazard situations. These include the following:

  • Crime scene residues
  • Suicide/death accidents
  • Homicide cleanups
  • Blood cleanup
  • Accident cleanup
  • Chemical spills
  • Tear gas cleanup
  • Meth lab cleanup

The SERVPRO crime scene teams manage this cleanup as well, taking care to leave your home as close to pre-crime as possible. Throughout any crime scene cleanup our employees demonstrate respect and empathy to those returning to the home. Compassionate and committed to doing their very best, crime scene technicians take pride in the services they offer you.
 
Should you experience a crime or other trauma in your home and need biohazard cleanup, contact SERVPRO of Carleton/Maybee at 734-299-7006.

SERVPRO of Carleton/Maybee, no tricks, just treats!

10/22/2019 (Permalink)

Our Marketing Rep and daughter dressed up as Mario and Luigi to pass out candy at local trunk or treat Mario and Luigi say "Happy Halloween"

SERVPRO of Carleton/Maybee was proud to support our hometown of Flat Rock in the 5th Annual Spooktacular and Trunk or Treat event.  Providing treats to more than 800 kids and helping bring together our community for such a wonderful event was truly a pleasure.  We are here in your community and Here to Help You!  

Although we specialize in making your disaster, "Like it Never Even Happened", we make it a priority to help out local families and communities and to help provide opportunities for everyone around us.  Our success is your success and we take pride being part of such great local events around us that truly add joy and happiness to the communities we're in.  SERVPRO of Carleton/Maybee, Here in your community and Here to Help You!

We walk for awareness

9/12/2019 (Permalink)

SERVPRO sign at bounce house that we sponsored. Proud to support this wonderful cause.

SERVPRO of Carleton/Maybee is a proud sponsor of the 3rd Annual Magical Mile Walk for Autism Awareness.  Located in Flat Rock, MI, we are always looking for ways to support the local communities  in which we work and live.  The annual event, sponsored by Mimi's Mission, (a local non-profit organization that has been helping Downriver families in need since 2015) was held at the Woodhaven Community Center and was a huge success and tons of fun for all who attended.  There were several bounce houses, a bake sale, DJ with princesses and super heroes leading the children in dancing, and lots of fun activities for all of the children to participate in.  SERVPRO of Carleton/Maybee is here in your community and Here to Help!

Are you ready?

7/17/2019 (Permalink)

photo of two women holding up ERP folder in front of store front Delivering a completed ERP to local business.

SERVPRO of Carleton/Maybee supports local businesses in every way.  The most significant show of support is our effort to help local businesses prepare for emergency situations by offering a free Emergency Ready Profile.  When fire and water cleanup is needed, getting help is quicker and easier using the SERVPRO Ready Plan App.  The Ready Plan is an emergency preparedness tool for home and business owners, property managers, risk managers and facility management.  It allows for the creation of an Emergency Ready Profile containing critical facility information to help speed up response time in the event of an unexpected disaster.  Making sure your business is "Ready for whatever happens".  SERVPRO of Carleton/Maybee is here in your community and we are here to help you.

Why SERVPRO?

11/9/2018 (Permalink)

Unlike a lot of nationally known companies, SERVPRO is a franchise system, which means that although roughly about 1700 of us all across the country share a name, each is individually owned and operated, truly making us a local business.

Here at SERVPRO of Carleton/Maybee, we are not just a local sign on the door; we do our very best to make a difference and help out in the community.  From being an active member in the Southern Wayne County Regional Chamber of Commerce and local Rotary Club, sponsoring local school events, to volunteering in our local business group to put on the annual Easter Egg hunt, Spooktacular Halloween event, and multiple trunk or treats throughout several cities, we love hanging out with other members of the community!

One of the most recent things we have been really excited about starting is our fire care package bags.  By partnering with several of our local fire departments, we have put together a small bag of amenities to be handed out to fire victims in ours and surrounding cities.  These care packages are made with both adults and children in mind, and include essentials such as toothbrushes, toothpaste, deodorant, first aid kit, teddy bear, coloring activity book and crayons, just to name a few.

When you call SERVPRO of Carleton/Maybee, even  for the simplest of carpet cleanings, know that you are supporting a local business that loves giving back and trying to make a positive difference.

If you or your business is interested in donating items for our fire care packages, please call the office at (734) 299-7006.