Cleaning For Pest Control

If you just tried to smash your screen...I am sorry. I know- It's small, but scary. Just imaging 300 or so of his brothers and sisters joining him in your cafeteria, for lunch...with you.
Spring is a great time to STOP THE INVASION.

ANTS
The most common pest problem in America- ants. The best thing to do is keep counters and floors clear of food. Keep kitchen surfaces wiped down and take the trash out frequently. You can also mix a 50/50 solution of water and vinegar to repel them. Spray door and window frames and wherever you've seen them lingering. Anything strong smelling will work- lavender, garlic.

SPIDERS
Spiders like dark places to hide. Reduce clutter where you can. Try not to store things in boxes- use plastic containers with sealing lids instead. Spiders can enter through cracks in the walls and gaps in windows and doors. Seal those cracks and crevices!

COCKROACHES
The warmer temps and humidity make spring the best environment for roaches! Be sure to check under appliances for signs of an infestation. The warmth of your computer tower can also make a great home. For prevention, vacuum and clean these areas regularly. Be sure leaky pipes and faucets are repaired. Empty trash receptacles frequently and keep kitchen surfaces wiped down. Roaches are nocturnal and generally like to move in darkness. Beware- if you see them scurrying across your counter or floor during the day, you probably have an infestation.

AMS Advanced Maintenance Service ensures your building is clean to best prevent any pest problem.  Call us today for a quote! 815-547-7952 or email sales@2hdi.com.

Window Cleaning Made Easy

It will be Spring before we know it. As the snow melts and the sunshine returns...wait- you haven't cleaned your windows yet and can't exactly see outside?? We can help you with this tedious job. Presenting the Visa Versa:

The Visa Versa from Unger is a squeegee and washer in ONE TOOL! Simply wash your windows, flip it over and squeegee them dry. Save time without changing tools!
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Spring Cleaning to Control Pests

Spring cleaning means much more than looking shiny and new again.  The warmer weather is finally here, which also means the arrival of pests. Pests damage your health AND your facility. They can spread disease in a matter of days. Take control before an infestation begins!

·    It’s a great time to wipe out cabinets and discard food that has expired.

·   How about those areas in the Break Room / Lunch Room that get ignored? Clean behind the refrigerator, vending machines, microwave and other large appliances.

This is also a great time to do some general maintenance on your building:

·   Be sure leaky faucets/pipes are repaired; Pests love moisture. 

·   Check your screens, doors and windows- repair or re-seal where needed.

Too late and you already have a case of the creepy crawlies? Try Spartan’s CR-2 Roach and Ant Killer Spray. It kills ants, roaches, centipedes, spiders and other crawling bugs that I can’t even list now because I am starting to itch. CR-2 also provides residual control for up to 3 months! Click Here to see the CR-2 brochure for more info.

You can always call AMS Advanced Maintenance Service for all your cleaning needs! 815-547-7952 

Spring Cleaning Forget-Me-Nots

AMS is here to remind you to pay attention to the items you might normally ignore:

• Dust/vacuum light fixtures and lamp shades
•  Wash window treatments and blinds
•  Vacuum coils on the fridge
•  Steam your throw pillows

Spring is also a great time to:

•  Go through your first aid kits and medicine cabinets- throw away expired medicines and refill
• Change the batteries in your smoke and carbon monoxide detectors
•  Check fire extinguishers’ expiration dates

Have a 'Spring Cleaning' project to finish or would like to make a change with your current cleaning situation? Call AMS for a cleaning quote today. We are happy to help! 815-547-7952