ServiceMaster of San Francisco/ San Mateo

Hey everyone! I have an update on our episodes this coming Sunday, Jan 10th. We are in 2 episodes! Watch @Hoarders on A&E this Sunday at 6pm and 7pm and see us on the show! We are working alongside extreme cleaning expert @Matt Paxton to help a local San Francisco and Napa resident get their life, and home, back together. Have you seen the show yet? What do you think?

We will be on Hoarders this Sunday Jan. 10th. Please tune in and show your support!

That's a wrap forks! Another successful job and extremely happy family. Another big thank you to my team. We are changing lives one home at a time! #smdrr watch us on Hoarders Family Secrets on Lifetime

Deep fried turkey went very wrong! Make sure it is thawed before cooking. Kitchen fires happen 3 times more on Thanksgiving. Thanks Fresno Fire Dept. bit.ly/1reCccF #LiveOnFox26

Thanksgiving Holiday Safety Tips: * Stay in the kitchen when cooking on the stove top to keep an eye on the food. * Keep all wrappers, dish towels and other flammable materials away from stoves and ovens. * Have a working fire extinguisher in the kitchen. As an alternative, baking soda can be helpful in putting out grease fires.... * Keep kids and pets out of the kitchen where they could be injured from a hot spill or cause tripping hazards. * Never leave kids alone near lit candles or leave matches or lighters lying around within reach of a child. * And most importantly, check the batteries in smoke alarms and test them to make sure they are working properly. See more

Early mold prevention Keep humidity below 60 percent (if possible, between 30 and 50 percent). Use air conditioners during humid months. Use dehumidifiers in damp spaces, such as basements and crawlspaces. Properly ventilate shower, laundry and cooking areas. Use exhaust fans that vent outside your home. Promptly fix leaky roofs, windows and pipes. ... Add mold inhibitors to paints before painting walls. Don’t paint or caulk moldy surfaces. Clean bathrooms with mold-killing products. See more

Preventing water damage on your roof: - Keep the roof free from leaves, twigs, and other litter to allow for proper drainage. - Make sure air can flow freely through all roof vents. This will reduce the buildup of heat and moisture and help extend the life of the roof. - Consult a professional on using a preservative or cleaner (depending on the type of roof you have) to help limit the weathering effects of moisture and retard growth of molds and mosses.... - Keep trees trimmed to prevent them from rubbing against the roof or providing excessive shade. - Replace missing, curling, cupping, broken, or cracked shingles. - Watch for damage in valley areas of the roof, and around the flashing at chimneys, vents, and other junctions. - Check your attic around flues, plumbing vents, and chimneys for roof leaks, especially if you've noticed water stains on the ceiling. See more

Heating Hazards: Improper use of portable space heater Improper use of oven or stove Materials less than 3 feet from space heater, furnace, or water heater... Improper use of fuel for fuel fired heaters Portable space heaters are a serious fire hazard Move the heater a minimum of 3 feet (1 yard) from furniture, drapes, curtains, bedding, clothing, toys, etc Turn off and unplug heater before going to bed or leaving the house Never use the stove or oven to heat a room Have a screen on your fireplace or wood stove Have your chimney cleaned once a year See more

Overflow or leaks from toilets, tubs, sinks: - ensure drains are clear from debris - know where the shut off valve is, if no shut off valves, consider installing shut off valves Leaks from appliances:... - check appliances regularly and check water source hoses for water/ tear and replace when necessary - replace or maintain older appliances Water tank leakage/ burst: - know the age of water tank and replace every 10-15 years depending on condition, keep water tank maintained and check for corrosion

Never use extension cords for air conditioners. An overheated cord is like an out-of-control electric heater.