
ServiceMaster Cleaning By Simons Are the Go-To Professionals for Residential Hard Surface Floor Cleaning in The Loop, Chicago

Nasutsa Mabwa
January 29, 2016Whether they’re tile, hardwood, marble, or laminate, your floors have probably seen a lot of wear and tear this winter season. ServiceMaster Cleaning By Simons offers expert
residential hard surface floor cleaning
in the Loop, Chicago, IL, and the surrounding Chicagoland areas.
Cleaning hardwood floors
Use a dust mop or broom to sweep away dust and debris. Using a vacuum could cause light surface scratches that will become more apparent over time.
Use warm water - not hot water - to lightly dampen a mop or cloth. Do not soak the mop or cloth because doing so can damage the wood flooring. Using vinegar can damage the surface of your flooring. Mop in the same direction the wood planks run, and mop with the grain, not against the grain.
Cleaning tile floors
Tile floors are generally easy to clean. The main issues come from stains on the tile and in the grout. To prevent this from happening, clean up spills immediately, especially if they are notorious for staining like wine, grape juice, or curry. Clean grout with an abrasive pad.
Cleaning laminate
The cleaning of laminate is similar to that of wood. Start with a dust mop or vacuum the floor of dust and debris. It's recommended to use a microfiber pad for cleaning. Sponge mops or string mops will push the water around and make it easier for the water to seep between cracks. Clean the floors in the same direction that the planks run.
Cleaning marble
Marble is a beautiful and delicate type of flooring. It is porous, so cleaning it on a regular basis is vital to keeping it looking new. Use a mild dish soap or detergent in one bucket of water. Never use acidic substances on marble flooring.
Even with the best of DIY cleaning, all types of flooring will, at some point, require a thorough, professional cleaning. In Chicago, IL,
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the experts at ServiceMaster Cleaning By Simons. Our trained, certified, and experienced staff can clean and restore all types of hard surface flooring to preserve and prolong its durability and beauty!
Nasutsa Mabwa is the CEO of ServiceMaster Restoration By Simons, a nationally recognized, award-winning disaster restoration firm serving Cook, DuPage, and Lake Counties. Under her leadership, the company has become one of Chicagoland’s most trusted providers of water and flood damage restoration, fire and smoke damage cleanup, mold remediation, and specialty cleaning services for both residential and commercial clients.
A respected business and civic leader, Nasutsa has received numerous honors for her contributions to the industry and her community. Her accolades include:
- Inc. 5000 Fastest Growing Companies - 2025 recipient
- Top 100 Women to KNOW in America (2024) by KNOW Women & JPMorgan Chase
- Crain’s Chicago Business 40 Under 40
- SB100 Best of Small Business Award
- 2020 BBB Torch Award for Marketplace Ethics
- Stevie® Award for Female Entrepreneur of the Year
- 2020 Daily Herald Business Ledger C-Suite Award
- 2018 ServiceMaster® Achiever Award
She is IICRC-certified in both Water Damage Restoration (WRT) and Fire & Smoke Restoration (FSRT), combining technical expertise with visionary leadership. Nasutsa holds a Master’s in Urban Planning & Policy from the University of Illinois at Chicago and an MBA in Real Estate Development from Roosevelt University.
Beyond her business achievements, Nasutsa is an active community advocate. She is a Board Member of the Civic Federation, an Advisory Board Member, and Past President of the Executive Committee for the Evanston Chamber of Commerce. She is also a long-standing member of the Women Presidents Organization (WPO).
She is the co-author of RESTORE: A Complete Guide to Protecting Your Home As Your Most Valuable Asset, an essential guidebook for homeowners navigating the challenges of water and fire disasters.
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