CALL YOUR CALAIS TEAM TODAY: (207) 989-4697 • We offer emergency, disaster, and professional cleaning services.
Cleaning & Restoration in Calais, Maine
When the St. Croix River rises after heavy rain or a heating system fails during a Downeast freeze, Calais property owners need a team that moves quickly and understands the region. Penobscot Cleaning—serving Calais and Washington County—combines 24/7 emergency restoration with professional residential and commercial cleaning services. We help homeowners, landlords, retail businesses, and municipal buildings recover safely and efficiently when damage strikes.
Your local team in Calais.
Our coverage areas are throughout Central & Eastern Maine
We serve Calais (ZIP 04619), a border community along the St. Croix River and a key commercial center for Washington County. From historic downtown buildings on Main Street to river-adjacent homes and retail corridors along North Street, properties here face unique environmental stress.
River moisture, wind-driven rain, freeze-thaw pipe bursts, aging infrastructure, and seasonal temperature swings create predictable risks. Because we regularly operate throughout eastern Maine, we understand these conditions and tailor our mitigation and cleaning strategies accordingly.
Why Calais homeowners call us
Emergency water extraction & structural drying — Rapid response for flooded basements, burst pipes, roof leaks, sump failures, and appliance overflows. We use professional moisture mapping and controlled drying to prevent structural damage and mold growth.
Mold inspection & remediation — Containment and removal for homes and businesses dealing with humidity, crawlspace moisture, or storm-related leaks common near riverfront properties.
Fire & smoke restoration — Soot cleanup, odor neutralization, structural surface cleaning, and contents restoration for residences, offices, and storefronts.
Carpet, upholstery & turnover cleaning — Deep cleaning for rental properties, healthcare offices, municipal facilities, and high-traffic commercial spaces.
Exterior cleaning & pressure washing — Siding, walkways, storefronts, and river-facing structures cleaned of algae, mildew, salt residue, and seasonal buildup to protect surfaces and improve curb appeal.
See our main service pages for full details about our disaster services: Water Damage Restoration, Mold Remediation, Fire & Smoke Restoration or our cleaning services: Carpet Cleaning, Air Duct Cleaning, Upholstery cleaning.
What to expect
If you call us for service in Calais, we dispatch promptly for an on-site assessment. Emergency projects follow a clear process: immediate stabilization and containment, documented inspection with photos and moisture readings, and a detailed written scope of work.
We coordinate directly with insurance carriers when requested and keep you informed from mitigation through final restoration and cleaning.
Coastal logistics
We schedule coastal trips for efficiency and prioritize emergency calls when needed. Our crews arrive equipped to handle coastal-specific challenges such as salt corrosion, moisture-heavy environments, and the wear caused by high guest turnover. This approach minimizes repeat trips and keeps projects on schedule—even during peak season.
We are local
Calais’ location on the St. Croix River and exposure to coastal weather patterns create consistent restoration challenges—spring runoff seepage, heavy rain intrusion, winter pipe freezes, and persistent moisture in older buildings.
We regularly assist homeowners, landlords, business owners, and municipal facilities throughout Calais and surrounding Washington County communities. We understand rural access routes, regional logistics, and the urgency that comes with limited restoration resources in eastern Maine.
Response area & coverage
Our crews regularly respond throughout Calais (ZIP 04619) and greater Washington County, including downtown neighborhoods, riverfront properties, and commercial corridors along Main Street and North Street.
We also prioritize emergency calls extending into nearby eastern Maine communities. For non-urgent work—routine cleanings, inspections, carpet maintenance, mold evaluations, and exterior washing—we schedule at your convenience and tailor services to the specific needs of Calais homes and businesses.
We are ready for your call
For coastal cleaning or emergency restoration in Calais, call (207) 989-4697. For scheduled services or rental turnovers, you can also request service online — choose “Calais, ME” so we can prioritize your area.
FAQs
Your Questions Answered
Do you provide 24/7 emergency restoration in Calais?
Yes. We offer around-the-clock emergency services for water damage, fire cleanup, and other urgent property issues in Calais and surrounding Washington County areas.
How quickly can you respond to an emergency in Calais?
Response times depend on weather and current call volume, but Calais is within our extended Downeast service region and emergency calls are prioritized.
Do you work with commercial and municipal properties?
Yes. We service retail stores, offices, healthcare facilities, and public buildings throughout Calais.
Will you work directly with my insurance company?
Absolutely. We provide detailed documentation, moisture readings, photo evidence, and written estimates to support insurance claims.
Do you service older or historic buildings in downtown Calais?
Yes. We tailor drying and restoration strategies for older structures, ensuring materials are handled carefully while meeting modern remediation standards.
Why choose Penobscot Cleaning
Local experience serving Calais & Washington County
24/7 emergency availability
Certified technicians with professional drying and remediation equipment
Experience with coastal, seasonal, and municipal properties
Transparent estimates and documented work logs for insurance claims
