Act Fast after Water Damage
Any mishap in your home can seem like a disaster, and overcoming it may feel like a daunting task. Team Hitchcock completely understands that, and has helped hundreds of people in Fleetwood and Berks County overcome and recover from house floods during Pennsylvania winters, springs, summers, and autumns. Don’t Panic! No matter how bad the water […]
Top Carpet Maintenance and Cleaning Mistakes
Our carpet takes a beating from everyday wear and tear. Though you try to do your best to keep up the cleaning and maintenance, however despite your best efforts, you may actually be doing more harm than good. Here are the 6 top mistakes that you may be guilty of when cleaning your carpet. Scrubbing […]
Myths about Mold, Changing Seasons, & Your Health
Every time we turn around, there’s a brand new study out about something being bad for your health, or a new flu bug going around, or a product that will keep you healthy all winter long. You can interpret each news story and headline as you see fit, but common sense also plays a big […]
5 Widely-Believed Myths about Mold
There are a lot of beliefs out there about mold. Some are true, some just plain are not. Hitchcock wants to debunk a few of these for you right here and now. Bleach can effectively remove mold In days gone by, when someone saw mold, they would grab some bleach and try to scrub or […]
Top Tips for Choosing a Reputable Carpet Cleaning Company
Of course, we would love to answer that question with: “just choose Team Hitchcock”! But, we know in today’s day and age, choosing a service provider is just not that simple. Anyone can start a business today, and the carpet cleaning industry is one that is flooded (no pun intended) with a whole lot of […]
Why Should My Business Hire a Professional Cleaning Service?
Having a professional-looking, clean office is a must for any good workplace environment. Walking into a clean room lifts everyone’s spirits and helps them be motivated to prepare for the day ahead. To save a little money, a lot of companies try to do this cleaning independently which can be a huge headache, and if […]
Tips for Keeping your Carpet Clean
No one likes a dirty, stained carpet in their home. Sometimes it can feel like the stains and dirt are racking up faster than you can clean them. The key is doing the right things the right way. Here are a few tips to help keep your head above water with this never ending chore. […]
Duct Cleaning: Breathing Fresh Air into Your Home
Duct cleaning is an often overlooked part of homeownership. I once heard a homeowner of a 1924 Craftsman Bungalow say their home inspector told them there was no need to invest in duct cleaning because the filter on your furnace should be getting the job done just fine, despite visible buildup in the duct work […]
3 Truths About Mold Damage & Your Health
In the 1980’s and part of the 1990’s, it was believed that people could potentially get sick from what the World Health Organization termed “Sick Building Syndrome.” Researchers at the time drew a direct correlation between poor indoor air quality in a water-damaged building to people getting sick. Today, we know more than that. The […]
Cleaning Your Air Ducts
Mohnton is now starting to experience the consistent change to summer weather and many homeowners are going to turn on their air conditioners or open up their homes to try to keep cool. During the winter months, homes are closed up which allows debris to accumulate within your air duct system and recirculating into your […]