ServiceMaster Professional Services (SVMPS) has been providing quality disaster restoration and cleaning services for homes and businesses in Cambridge, MN for over 40 years.  We have long been a trusted service provider throughout southeastern Minnesota, helping homes and businesses recover after they have experienced severe damage in a disaster.  We ...

Water damage is always a leading cause of property damage because there are many ways it can start, and it can cause pervasive damage if ignored.  The most common sources of water damage include leaks and seepage of rain, natural floods, burst pipes, appliance leaks, and sewage backups.  The excess ...

Few disasters can match the danger of a fire as fires can cause major damage and injuries and the smoke and soot it leaves behind can also cause serious damage.  The first thing you should do in any fire is call the fire department to have the fire put out.  ...

Your home or building is almost always at risk for mold because the spores that lead to mold growth are always present in the air.  When there is excess moisture or humidity in your home, the spores are more likely to form into mold because they need moisture to survive.  ...

In homes and offices, the carpeting and furniture are typically the first things someone notices when they enter the space.  This means that if the carpet and furniture upholstery are dirty, it can make the entire space seem dirty and leave a bad impression.  Dirt buildup and stains in the ...

Hoarding is a more complicated problem than it seems on the surface.  People do not hoard out of laziness or neglect, but because they are dealing with anxiety or depression.  These issues make it nearly impossible for those affected to throw anything away which is how the clutter begins to ...

When there is a foul, persistent odor in your home or building, it can make the space almost uninhabitable.  Unpleasant odors can come from many different sources including smoke from fires and cigarettes, pets, mold growth, dead animals, and other biological materials.  These odors can spread throughout a home or ...

Violent crimes and serious accidents are not events that you think will happen on your property, but they happen often enough for this to be a possibility.  It is very traumatic to come across a scene that involves a serious injury or death, especially on your own property, but you ...

Unfortunately, the damage caused by a disaster does not stay contained to one area and a few objects in your home or building.  Damage from floods, fires, mold, and storms often spreads beyond the initial area of damage and can affect the structural elements, furnishings, and your personal belongings.  Finding ...