They called it “coronavirus,” because, under high magnification, it has little spikes with protuberances at the ends (sort of like a crown). Even so, researchers tacked on another word, “Novel,” so the new one was officially called, “Novel Coronavirus,” (until they...
It has often been said that “Sing Sing” prison is not a pleasant place to live. But when a sewage pipe broke inside the facility, things went to a whole new level! The product selected by Exclusively Contents, Inc. to clean and sanitize the penitentiary comes in two...
You already know about bacterial contamination – the flu, H1N1 (the one that devastates some cruise ships), MRSA (flesh-eating) and even the common cold. And you have heard of the horrors of black mold that quietly grows and multiplies in quiet, dark, unseen areas of...
When there is a contamination in an office or home, from mold growth, airborne contaminants, sewage back up, or flood, there is sometimes a disagreement between the homeowner or office manager, and the adjuster, or the contents professionals. Our rule of thumb is, “If...
When there is a Category 3 (think “raw sewage”) water damage job, some contents cleaning companies find that they spend much of their time separating total loss items and creating accurate lists. However, there are cases in which Exclusively Contents Inc. have...
Article Written by Michelle Blevins Tens of thousands of documents. Months of work. Hundreds of workers displaced. Dozens of techs put to work. And working daily with local government. It was a cleaning job that covered every angle of the industry: water and fire...
Article written by Lisa Zierfuss When it comes to getting ready for cleaning, renovation, abatement and remodeling jobs, proper preparation is key. That includes making sure you have the right tools on hand. And, saving space in your toolbox for tape. Painter’s tapes,...
Article written by Annissa Coy As I prepare to write this article about handling contents during a CAT loss flood situation, I am watching the State of California experience some of the worst flooding in its history. Entire neighborhoods have been evacuated and homes...
Article written by A big component of scaling your business up to respond to a disaster situation includes having the equipment to do the work. It’s pretty unlikely you currently have the number of air movers, dehus, and other tools on hand to cover you during CAT...
Article written by Adam Webster cleaning professionals are in a 24 hour, seven days a week, 365 days a year service. On top of that, they are expected to be onsite within minutes of receiving a phone call. Many professionals find themselves in a fog of chaos during...
Sometimes you chase, and sometimes the storm comes to you. Article written by When the Storm Comes to You Katie Smith/PHC – Raleigh, NC Katie Smith, and her husband Josh, own and operate PHC cleaning in Raleigh, NC. They are the second generation owners of this...
Article written by Alan James As storms, hurricanes and floods become more frequent, the need to clean properties to a pre-loss condition faster and more efficiently will become more and more critical. As average temperatures across the globe have increased, more rain...
Article written by Stephen Leung Ask 10 people what “green” or “eco-friendly” means and you’ll probably get 10 different answers. “Organic”, “Botanical”, “Family-friendly” and other terms are used by companies to evoke good feelings and to engender favor as potential...
Article written by Cole Stanton Coatings are an integral component of fire cleaning, most crucially to prevent recurrence of smoke odor. Coatings implemented post-fire are not finish paints, yet do/can serve as primers: blocking stains and adhering to less than ideal...
Article written by Timothy E. Hull CR Shortly after graduating from college, I spent the better part of four years living on a horse farm in rural Southwestern Pennsylvania. In addition to working as a national account manager for the 84 Lumber Company, I spent my...
Cleaning desiccants dehumidify the air by exposing the humid air to a desiccant material that adsorbs moisture Article written by Larry Carlson and Mike Steffes Desiccant dehumidifiers have become an important tool for many cleaning contractors. While the majority of...
Article written by Mark House We have attempted to learn all we can about the bedbug in this office. It is a creature that has evolved over recent years into a frightening species that has spread to epidemic proportions. Most people will hedge when we ask about the...
Article written by Michelle Blevins The United States gets more tornadoes than any other place on earth, by far. The National Centers for Environmental Information says the U.S. sees about 1,250 tornadoes per year; Canada is a close second with about 100 per year....
Article written by John Postava It seems like yesterday, but it was 1979. I was a college student and given the opportunity to work as an adjuster (I had to ask my buddy exactly what “an adjuster” was) estimating claims for an adjusting company handling flood...
Article written by Chris Spensley Finding and efficiently eliminating areas of trapped moisture is one of the many factors that differentiate an experienced cleanerr from a novice. If left untreated, these forgotten areas can lead to various forms of secondary damage...
Article written by Dane McGraw Resources for safety in lead abatement It’s well-known that lead is harmful. Also well-known is the metal’s usefulness as a component of industrial coatings because it holds up against the elements and helps prevent corrosion. As...
Article written by Ryan Pritchard From day one, contractors used pen and paper to capture everything into manila folders; the rest was kept in memory and travelled through word of mouth. This hindered their ability to locate information and react to critical issues...
Article written by Stephen Leung Have you ever been driven crazy by a young child who keeps asking “Why?” That kid may be onto something. Developed by Sakichi Toyoda and used by automotive companies and other industries to improve safety,...
Article written by Ivan Turner Let me set the scene for you. The home in this case study is nestled atop 35 acres of gentle, rolling hills in mid-Missouri. It was built of native cut lumber, harvested from the property, which had not been sealed. In addition, the...
Cleaning contractors can fill preparedness & response needs. Severe storms cause billions of dollars in damage each year, yet a new survey from ServiceMaster Restore shows homeowners still aren’t prepared for weather emergencies, and they’re overlooking...
