COVID-19 Cleaning Services

1/6/2021 (Permalink)

We've been on the frontlines since the beginning of the pandemic in March. Call us at 212-768-9400 for disinfection services today!

New York City, We're Here to Help

As New York prepares for an uptick in cases and for the end of the Coronavirus pandemic, we wanted to remind our customers that we're still here to provide professional disinfection services. While a vaccine is being distributed, many in New York have been affected by the virus affecting the safety of themselves, co-workers, and loved ones.

At SERVPRO of Midtown Manhattan, we are specialists in cleaning services. Our team of technicians and project managers adhere to the highest cleaning and sanitation standards.  SERVPRO of Midtown Manhattan has been busy cleaning facilities or all types including hospitals, schools, restaurants, and government offices.

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 office requires a disinfection service, give us a call at 212-768-9400.

Thanksgiving Safety Tips - Pandemic Edition

11/24/2020 (Permalink)

SERVPRO of Midtown Manhattan is here to help you navigate safety tips to let you make the most out of your holiday in 2020

Thanksgiving is the one of the biggest days of the year for fire loss started from kitchen fires. In addition, many homeowners are anxious about hosting Thanksgiving festivities amidst a pandemic.

We here at SERVPRO of Midtown Manhattan want to share what YOU need to know to stay safe from fires and COVID-19 this year.

Wonder what you can do to stay safe and keep your kitchen under control? Follow these simple safety tips on preventing fires. In addition, due to widespread fear on the pandemic we have also included some safety tips to help prevent the spread of the virus.

Fire Safety Tips

• Stay in the kitchen when you are cooking on the stove top so you can keep an eye on the food.
• Stay in the kitchen when cooking and check on frequently on your dishes.
• Keep children away from the stove by at least 3 feet.
• Be sure electric cords from an electric knife, coffee maker, plate warmer or mixer are not dangling off the counter within easy reach of a child.
• Keep matches and utility lighters out of the reach of children — up high in a locked cabinet.
• Make sure your smoke alarms are working. Test them by pushing the test button.

COVID-19 Safety Tips

• Bring your own food, drinks, plates, cups, and utensils.
• Wear a mask and safely store your mask while you are eating and drinking.
• Avoid going in and out of the kitchen or any other food-preparation areas.
• Use single-use options, like salad dressing and condiment packets.
• Suggestion? Host a small outdoor meal with family and friends who live in your community.
• Try to keep your guest list minimal.
• Clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces and items between use.
• If celebrating indoors, bring in fresh air by opening windows and doors to allow circulation.
• Limit the number of people in food preparation areas.
• Have guests bring their own food and drink.
• If sharing food, have one person serve food and use single-use options, like plastic utensils.

SERVPRO of Midtown Manhattan is here for all of your cleanup and fire restoration needs. Make sure that you're practicing fire safety this Holiday season and exercising extra precaution with company this year.

Fear that you were in contact with an individual who has COVID-19? It's better to be safe than sorry! For any questions or to schedule, give us a call at 212-768-9400.

Why Fall is the Season for Duct Cleaning

10/8/2020 (Permalink)

Trust our team members to clean your HVAC system. Remember, clean ducts = clean air!

Fall is a time for hot drinks, sweaters, apple cider donuts --- and duct cleaning! SERVPRO of Midtown Manhattan believes it is important for businesses and homeowners to schedule a duct cleaning for their HVAC (Heating, ventilation & air-condition) system each year.

The Case for Annual Duct Cleaning

Over the course of a year, dust, mold and various toxins can grow rampant within your air ducts. This causes the air quality in the structure to drop significantly. Our SERVPRO of Midtown Manhattan professionals are professionally trained and equipped to perform this necessary service for residential and commercial properties.

Other Benefits of Annual Duct Cleaning

It is SERVPRO of Midtown Manhattan's mission to prevent mold, fire and water damage wherever possible. Duct cleaning services give our technicians the ability to inspect the ducts for signs of damage or even microbial growth. If damage is discovered, it can be fixed quickly.

The Biggest Reason for Air Duct Cleaning?

Everyone who comes through your door deserves clean air to breathe in. Case closed. Whether it is a customer, your family, or your co-workers. Once cleaned and inspected, you can guarantee that the air you breathe is clean and pure. Call our office at (212) 768-9400 to book your air duct cleaning today!

Fall Edition: Home Maintenance Tips For Your Home

9/22/2020 (Permalink)

Fall is a time to truly enjoy the scenery around you --- and also to prepare for winter!

When Autumn rolls around, it becomes the perfect time to tidy up and prepare your home for the chilly months to come. It’s an ideal time to get work done before shorter days and ice prevent you from taking proactive measures. On the list below, we have gathered information on what you can do to make sure your home is in great shape all season round this Autumn.

1. Take care of your trees

Make rounds throughout your front and backyard to make sure that your trees and bushes are in good condition and under control. Taking care to prune any precarious branches now will prevent any falling limbs once winter storms come along. Winter storms have been known to take down many tree limbs in the area, so it’s smart to tidy up before it becomes a headache later. 

Did you know that SERVPRO of Southern Staten Island can take care of trees or other debris that fall on your property? We’re experienced in removing dead trees, whether they fall on your house or on your yard.

2. Rake your leaves

This tip seems intuitive, but many people love the look of fallen leaves on their yards. What they don’t realize is that leaves left throughout the season on your lawn, can prevent spring growth. Whether you use a leaf blower or a rake, just be sure to gather all leaves.

Pro-Tip: Be sure to wear gloves to make sure you don’t damage your hands.

3. Clean out your gutter

During the later part of Fall (like November) be sure to clear out your gutters and downspouts. The reason? Clogged gutters can cause water to pool, which can damage your roof or siding. By cleaning it out, you’re making sure that your outdoor drainage system is in peak condition before winter comes along.

4. Add Weatherstripping

Applied to the frames of any door or window, weatherstripping is an easy way to make sure your home is warm and your heating bills are cut. Also, consider adding a door sweeps to your doors leading to the outside (front, back, garage, etc) to make sure that a draft doesn’t follow you when you enter or exit.

Still feel like your energy bills are high? SERVPRO of Southern Staten Island has expert technicians who are certified to check your Heating units for optimal use.

5. Take down the window A/C units.

Summer is now behind us, so be sure to box away all of your air conditioning units. Can’t remove them? Then cover the entire exterior with an insulating wrap (Easily found at any hardware store) This will prevent cold air from coming into your home.

6. Clean Your Dryer Vents

The lint that collects in your dryer is actually dangerous. Besides making your dryer less efficient, it can actually start a fire. With cool, dry weather comes an increase in static electricity. The result? That lint collecting in your dryer can catch on fire. Reduce the risk by hiring a SERVPRO professional to clean out the vents for you.

7. Schedule a chimney and heating system check-up

Getting ready to turn up the heat? First, make sure that your chimney, furnace, and boiler are cleaned, maintained, and in working order. It’s a crucial safety measure that should not be taken lightly.

Pro-tip: Invest in a chimney cap: they prevent animals like racoons from entering your home.

8. Deep clean your kitchen

With Thanksgiving around the bend, it’s a great time to give your kitchen a deep clean. This makes sure that your space is not only efficient, but looking good too! Some areas to look out for:

• Clean the oven
• Vacuum the refrigerator coils
• Clean light fixtures
• Wash out your garbage and recycling bins
• Clean small appliances
• Degrease and wipe down the range hood and filter

9. Check Your Smoke Detector

The cooler months are when fires are most likely to occur, with heating systems and fireplaces being used. Take special care to test smoke AND carbon monoxide detectors. Also, make sure you have a current fire extinguisher (i.e. not expired!) Use precaution, by checking on these safety devices, you are proactively taking care of your entire home!

If there is ever IS a fire in your home, be sure to contact SERVPRO of Southern Staten Island to take care of any damage. As always, we encourage our community to be safe and take all caution.

10. Prepare for Winter: Get supplies!

The New York area is prone to some harsh winter. Be sure to prepare well in advance to make sure that your home is stocked up for whatever weather comes your way! Here are some important items to make sure you have on deck:

• Snow Shovels, Ice Scrapers
• Ice melt
• Emergency Kits (One for each car, one for your home)

That’s our list! Fall is, arguably, the most beautiful season for us in the Northeast. Leaves falling, crisp air all around. In between pumpkin patches, apple picking, and drinking spiced lattes, make sure that you give your home some TLC. 

Let us know which of our 10 Maintenance Tips you will try out first by tagging us on social media. 

What you should know about reopening protocol for Gyms and Fitness Facilities

9/2/2020 (Permalink)

Certified: SERVPRO Cleaned Shield

Five months after New York City shut down due to the COVID-19 pandemic, gyms and fitness centers are finally set to re-open. Luckily, those looking to stay active have taken advantage of the warm weather, working out at the park or running in the streets. While a delight for some, many have wondered when they will be able to return to their building or neighborhood's local gym. As September arrives, many New Yorkers have begun to wonder where they will go to stay active once the temperature drops this Fall. 

Suffice to say, it has not been an easy journey for fitness centers to get the green light to reopen. There were several delays in order to allow adequate time for required local health department virtual inspections. The result of which put many gyms, in particular small family-owned, out of business.  The Governor’s announcement that health clubs could reopen came with several caveats, subject to rigorous health and safety standards including that facilities be limited to the third of their capacity and face masks be worn at all times. 

To accommodate physical distancing and create a safe environment, gyms are requiring members to book up to seven days in advance with the right to implement more stringent policies for members who repeatedly miss their booked visits.  Before each club visit and check-in, you must acknowledge and consent to a health declaration an hour prior to your scheduled check-in time, if you are experiencing any symptoms you will not be permitted in the club.  Temperature checks will be required upon each entry to the clubs and a strict no quests policy will be enforced. Classes are indefinitely suspended. 

Though there are many new specific rules in place for public gyms to reopen, landlords, and building managers are struggling to work out the logistics of inviting residents back into amenity spaces safely. This will include being vigilant on cleaning and disinfecting practices in order to pass inspection and remain open.

We at SERVPRO of Midtown Manhattan have a solution, our new defensive pathogen cleaning program, Certified: SERVPRO Cleaned. This is a proactive viral pathogen cleaning. With over 50 years of experience in biochemical spill remediation and decontamination, you can trust SERVPRO professionals to bring a higher standard of clean to the places we gather, especially places like gyms with shared equipment. Not all gyms are the same, so we’ll tailor a bespoke cleaning program based on the unique needs of each facility. 

Based on the agreed plan which can be a weekly, bi-weekly or monthly program, an expert deep clean is initiated using our proprietary EPA Approved Hospital-Grade cleaning solutions and always adhering to the leading level of cleaning and decontamination standards by the CDC. 

A Certified: SERVPRO Cleaned shield will be posted on the front window along with digital emblems, this beacon represents a facilities commitment to the comfort and security of their tenants, employees and community. Call us today for your consultation. 212-768-9400

Water can unleash a slew of issues on your business. Don't let it get you down, call us today!

1/2/2020 (Permalink)

SERVPRO of Midtown Manhattan is available 24/7/365, no matter the weather to restore your home or business from any unfortunate event.

How unfortunate for this business to be gravely damaged with mold and a hazardous sewage back up simultaneously. Our scope of work was derived by the air quality test due to the affected area surpassing 10 SF.

Flood cuts were performed in the bathroom and the area immediately outside of the bathroom. The affected areas were then HEPA vacuumed to remove any mold spores, sprayed with an antimicrobial to treat and disinfect, and then finally we encapsulated the affected areas to prevent mold from returning in the future.

We had air scrubbers running while the HVAC was turned off to prevent the spread of mold spores while we performed our services. After the remediation all surfaces were cleaned and disinfected, yet again. We will let the mold hygienist know that he can come in for post-remediation clearance testing. This family is more than grateful this holiday season!

Call SERVPRO of Midtown Manhattan today so we can make, "Like it never even happened."

On the hunt for a professional deep clean? Our reputation is spotless!

12/23/2019 (Permalink)

Has your HVAC unit caused a water leak? Be sure to call SERVPRO of Midtown Manhattan, your local, leading Restoration company!

With Christmas time here, all of us in New York City know that the brutally cold weather has arrived. This can bring several issues to your home or business!

For this Laundromat the HVAC unit was improperly maintained and caused a water leak. Thankfully, they called SERVPRO of Midtown Manhattan to make “Like it never even happened.”

We are available 24/7 for any water damage or fire damage that can occur to your property this winter. No job is too big or too small! Call our office at 212-768-9400.

Keeping Your Gutters Clean

7/29/2019 (Permalink)

As fall beings to approach, leaves begin to pile into gutters. It is important to keep your gutters free of debris so water can run into them without resistance. Some steps to prevent clogged gutters include: Trimming trees near the home, installing gutter guards, and removing materials that have fallen into the gutters with a scoop or by hand. If you are unable to clean them yourself there is a plethora of companies who do this work.

Clogged gutters can result in degraded foundations, cracked roofs, flooding in many areas of the home, and broken gutters. The results of a clogged gutter will require much more effort to repair then simply fixing it before it occurs. 

Air ducts and HVAC Cleaning

1/23/2019 (Permalink)

Air ducts and HVAC Cleaning

Is your HVAC system not working the way it should? If you live in NYC and your utility bills are higher than usual, your air ducts may be to blame. Air ducts play a very important role on how your HVAC system functions and its efficiency. The ducts themselves can be considered as passages that are used for ventilation. Ducts have air constantly pass through them, effectively delivering or removing it. 

With that said, read on to learn the benefits of cleaning your air ducts in Manhattan! 

Improved Indoor Air Quality

Having your air duct system filled with dust, dander and mold is never a good thing. These contaminants are transported as your HVAC system starts to produce hot or cold air. While there are air filters to prevent these contaminants from circulating around your home, some of them can’t be filtered out. Regularly maintaining and cleaning your air ducts has been proven to greatly improve the air quality indoors as well as the airflow. 

Promoting Indoor Health

Some of the most common indoor pollutants are fumes, smoke and mold, which are intensified when exposed to humidity. To make matters worse, the mold spores, dust particles, allergens and viruses are also carried through the air ducts. 

By cleaning your air ducts, you will significantly reduce of air pollution while promoting good indoor health. Furthermore, air that's blown will be fresher and free of any allergens. 

It Will Help Save Money

Cleaning your air ducts not only improve indoor air quality in New York, but you'll also save money all year long. When your air ducts are dirty,your HVAC system has to work twice as hard to circulate air in your home. However, with regular air duct cleaning NYC by SERVPRO, not only is your home fresher, but your utility bills are significantly lower. 

With this information in mind, you’re now ready to enjoy Manhattan even more due the comfort of your HVAC system! For more information, call SERVPRO New York using our toll-free number at (212)768-9400 today! Jump to top 

Indoor Health: Cleaning your HVAC system

12/24/2018 (Permalink)

Air ducts and HVAC Cleaning
Is your HVAC system not working the way it should? If you live in NYC and your utility bills are higher than usual, your air ducts may be to blame. Air ducts play a very important role on how your HVAC system functions and its efficiency. The ducts themselves can be considered as passages that are used for ventilation. Ducts have air constantly pass through them, effectively delivering or removing it.

With that said, read on to learn the benefits of cleaning your air ducts in Manhattan!

Improved Indoor Air Quality

Having your air duct system filled with dust, dander and mold is never a good thing. These contaminants are transported as your HVAC system starts to produce hot or cold air. While there are air filters to prevent these contaminants from circulating around your home, some of them can’t be filtered out. Regularly maintaining and cleaning your air ducts has been proven to greatly improve the air quality indoors as well as the airflow.

Promoting Indoor Health

Some of the most common indoor pollutants are fumes, smoke and mold, which are intensified when exposed to humidity. To make matters worse, the mold spores, dust particles, allergens and viruses are also carried through the air ducts.

By cleaning your air ducts, you will significantly reduce of air pollution while promoting good indoor health. Furthermore, air that's blown will be fresher and free of any allergens.

It Will Help Save Money

Cleaning your air ducts not only improve indoor air quality in New York, but you'll also save money all year long. When your air ducts are dirty,your HVAC system has to work twice as hard to circulate air in your home. However, with regular air duct cleaning NYC by SERVPRO of Midtown Manhattan, not only is your home fresher, but your utility bills are significantly lower.