Keep Drains Clear and Free of Odor

Spartan's Consume is excellent for keeping those drains under control!
Consume is made up of natural digesters that actually 'eat' the organic material that cause odors. It's great vanilla fragrance gives immediate relief while the digesters do the real work.

As a Drain Maintainer: To prevent clogging, use Consume 2-4 times a week. Simply pour in your drain- 4oz for every 2" inside diameter of pipe. For best results, use at the end of the day or when water flow is at it's lowest.

TIP: Consume can also be used in your mop water for the restroom to control urine smell!

Call AMS with questions about the Consume line of products!  815-547-7952

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!
Washer sleeve and squeegees are also removable and replaceable. Available in 10", 14" and 18".
Call AMS for more information or to order 815-547-7952 or see them online HERE.

Cleaning Spots on Carpets

1. Start by placing wet floor signs and putting on personal protective equipment, such as gloves and safety glasses.
2. Remove any excess liquid and/or solids.



3. Apply water, then the proper chemical to the spot.
4. Allow to sit for 5 minutes.



5. Using the blunt edge of a scraping tool, gently agitate moving towards the center of the spot.



6. Either blot with a clean white towel or extract with a hand extractor. Do not rub the spot! (Repeat steps 3-6 if necessary)



7. It is always a good idea to rinse the area with clean water when complete. This will help stop re-staining from chemical residue.



8. Use a hand extractor to pull remaining liquid from the carpet. You can also use a clean, dry white towel to blot as much liquid up from the carpet as possible.



AMS Advanced Maintenance Service Inc is always here to help. If your carpets or hard floors are looking grungy- Call AMS for a quote. We will have them looking like new in no time! 815-547-7952 or sales@2hdi.com.
You can also submit a request on our website amscleaningandsupplies.com.

Kill The Germy Spots in Your Office

Your desk phone. The actual desk. That printer down the hall everyone uses. All harboring lots of germs. What do I mean by 'lots', you ask? About 400 times more germs than on a toilet seat!

Be Sure to Disinfect: Be sure you are using a disinfectant on all hard surface, 'high touch' areas. A disinfectant actually kills the bacteria that causes illness. Sanitizers only reduce the amount/growth of bacteria.
Using a disinfecting with a disposable wipe is best. The area needs to stay wet for at least 5-10 minutes for a complete kill (see chemical bottle for exact times). For areas not easily reached, try an aerosol disinfectant spray such as Spartan's Sparsan Q Disinfectant Deodorant.
Don't forget these 'high touch' areas-

• Office equipment- copier/printer, postage meter, timeclock, fax
• Watercooler
• Coffeemaker
• Vending machines
• Refrigerator and microwave door handles 
• Door handles
• Your desk phone, keyboard and desktop
• Elevator buttons

Wash Your Hands...Please: Something that cannot be stressed enough! You should lather your hands with soap (does not have to be antibacterial) and wash for at least 20 seconds!

Contact AMS Advanced Maintenance Service Inc for all your office cleaning needs! 815-547-7952
You can also submit a request on our website: amscleaningandsupplies.com!

Entrance Matting- Looks Great AND Saves Money!

Keeping your building looking it’s best while providing a safe environment for employees and guests can be challenging.  The International Sanitary Supply Association (ISSA), the world’s largest cleaning association, has discovered up to 80% of the dirt that enters a facility is tracked in as people enter the building. This dirt and debris can cause health risks, extra cost in maintenance to flooring and be a serious slip/fall problem.  The proper entrance matting can stop as much as 90% of the mess! 

10-15 feet of entrance matting is suggested.  Be sure to incorporate both outside and indoor scraper mats!

Check out the video explaining the Mat Entrance System HERE!

The Wrath of Ice Melt Residue

It's coming. After the first big snowfall. That white residue tracked in at all entryways. It’s a nuisance on carpets and hard floors. This is essentially a hard water/scale residue brought on by ice melters- like what you would see in restrooms. This does not mean you would use a bowl cleaner on your floors- PLEASE do not do this. There are cleaners made specifically to handle this problem without ruining your floors!

A good neutral cleaner will be safe for floor finishes and can also remove the ice melt residue without streaks. We like Double DutyNeutral Floor Cleaner. It’s economical, and it does a great job cleaning everyday traffic on floors without removing the finish. 

If you have a major ice melt tracking problem and it also involves carpeting, we recommend Concept “915”. It easily wipes out the white crust on hard floors and on carpeted areas.

 Preventative Measures:

• Although Ice melt is a must, you can minimize tracking by trying to keep walkways clear of ice and snow.
•  Use Ice-Melt sparingly- more is not always better! 
•   Entrance matting. Entrance matting. Entrance matting- 10-15 feet is ideal. You want to get as much ice melt off feet before they hit your floors. This also minimizes slip and fall hazards!

Call AMS Advanced Maintenance Service for a quote on keeping your facility looking it's best during any season! 815-547-7952.

OH My Aching Back!

Safety is a major concern for AMS Advanced Maintenance Service. Unfortunately, all cleaning staff is at high risk for injury because of the cleaning chemicals and equipment they use daily.  Here are some tips we follow to ensure the safety of our staff: 

Dress the part

To prevent slips and falls, wear sturdy, closed-toe shoes with non-slip tread.  Long pants, eye protection and gloves are also a necessity when working with cleaning chemicals.

Match the tool to the person

You wouldn’t expect a small person to use a large mop- the same goes for a larger person using a small mop.  Neither scenario is efficient. Both workers are wasting motion, taking longer to complete the task. They are more likely to be exposed to injury from repetitive motion. 

Watch your posture

Incorrect posture is stressful on the body. Be sure you are using different parts of your body for assistance. Lift with your legs. Use your arms for support when leaning over or crouching.

Read the label

Read ALL cleaning chemical labels to ensure proper usage. Be sure to have the SDS (Safety Data Sheet) on hand in case of an emergency.

Stay safe everyone!

Advanced Maintenance Service   815-547-7952