Hi, I'm Steve Perez — owner and project coordinator at AST Cleaning & Restoration here in San Antonio.
I started this company back in 2011 as Alamo Steam Team with a simple idea: provide the kind of deep, honest, thorough cleaning I'd want for my own home. After more than two decades in this industry, I still believe the only way to do this work right is to show up on time, treat every house like it belongs to family, and stand behind the work — every single time.
Over the years, my team and I have earned multiple industry certifications including IICRC Water Damage Restorer, Master Rug Cleaner, NADCA's Air Systems Cleaning Specialist designation, and our Texas Mold Remediation Contractor license. We grew the business carefully, kept our reputation clean, and built up over 859 five-star Google reviews from neighbors who keep calling us back and sending their friends. We evolved into AST Cleaning & Restoration in 2026 to better reflect everything we do today: water damage restoration, fire and smoke cleanup, mold remediation, carpet and upholstery cleaning, area rug and oriental rug cleaning, natural stone restoration, tile and grout, and air duct cleaning.
My wife Laura runs the office, and I work alongside a certified team of professionals who hold themselves to the same standards I do. We're a family-owned, locally-operated, San Antonio business — not a national franchise, not a faceless contractor. When you call, you get us. When something needs to be made right, you don't wait for a corporate office to approve it — we make it right.
If you ever need our help, day or night, our 24/7 emergency line is (210) 599-9726. And if you're not 100% satisfied with our work, we'll re-clean it free or give you your money back. That's the deal. That's how we built this.
Certifications & License
The restoration industry is saturated with fly-by-night companies looking for a quick buck. A lot of the larger national restoration shops have the insurance carrier's best interest in mind — not the homeowner's. We work for the homeowner, their property, and their family. We see the project through start to finish: documented, communicated, and finished right.
Homeowners choose us because we're a real one-stop shop. One point of contact per phase. No subcontractor shuffle. No rushing. The job gets done properly, safely, and accurately — and you return to a home you're proud of.
What I Wish Every Homeowner Knew
Have a written emergency plan. Know where your main water shut-off is, and make sure every family member does too. Don't try to fix the source yourself — turn off the main water supply first, then figure out next steps. Review your insurance coverage terms and get contents coverage. Most homeowners believe they have mold coverage; in reality it's highly unlikely — if you want mold coverage, you typically need premium endorsements on your policy.
A Job I Won't Forget
One job I won't forget is a San Antonio home that took a direct lightning strike. The hit set off a chain reaction the family never saw coming — fire damage, smoke and soot through the whole house, water damage from the firefighting effort, and a structure that wasn't safe to live in for weeks.
We stabilized the property, documented every contents item room by room so nothing got lost in the insurance shuffle, ran the mitigation, handled the smoke and odor, dried it down to spec, and walked the rebuild with the family. We documented the whole project as a 3-part series on our YouTube channel so other San Antonio homeowners could see what a real, full-cycle restoration actually looks like.
The family moved back into a home that was better than before. That's the standard.
Watch the full 3-part series on the Alamo Steam Team YouTube channel.
Articles by Steve
Steve authors AST's service and guide pages — pulling from 20+ years of hands-on experience and his IICRC, NADCA, Master Rug Cleaner, and Texas TDLR credentials.
Services
AST Cleaning & Restoration — San Antonio
24/7 emergency water, fire & mold restoration plus certified rug & carpet cleaning in San Antonio. IICRC certified, locally owned. Free estimate.
Read more →Tile & Grout Cleaning San Antonio
Restore your tile floors to like-new condition. AST's professional tile and grout cleaning removes years of built-up grime. Sealing available.
Read more →Professional Upholstery Cleaning San Antonio
Professional upholstery cleaning for sofas, chairs, and fabric furniture in San Antonio. Safe for all fabric types. Pet stain removal. Free estimate.
Read more →Mold Remediation San Antonio (TDLR RCO1739)
Visible mold or musty odors? AST's IICRC-certified team safely removes mold and addresses the source. Residential & commercial. Free estimate.
Read more →Natural Stone Cleaning San Antonio
Pro natural stone cleaning for granite, marble, travertine & Saltillo in San Antonio. pH-neutral solutions, honing, polishing & sealing. Free estimate.
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Water Damage Restoration
Burst pipe, flooding, or storm damage? AST's certified techs respond in 60 min. We handle the insurance claim. IICRC certified. Call now.
Read more →Fire & Smoke Damage Restoration
After a fire, trust AST's IICRC-certified team to restore your home or business. Smoke, soot, and structural damage. Direct insurance billing.
Read more →Storm Damage Restoration
Hail, wind, or flood damage? AST responds fast to protect your property and begin restoration. 24/7 emergency service in San Antonio. Free estimate.
Read more →Sewage Cleanup
Sewage backup is a health emergency. AST's certified biohazard team responds 24/7 to safely remove and sanitize contaminated areas. Call now.
Read more →Contents Restoration
Damaged furniture, electronics, and personal belongings? AST's contents restoration team can save your valuables after water or fire damage.
Read more →Rugs
Oriental Rug Cleaning
Certified oriental rug cleaning specialists in San Antonio. Persian, wool, silk & antique rugs. ARCS certified. Free pickup & delivery. Free quote.
Read more →Persian Rug Cleaning
Trust your valuable Persian rugs to AST's certified specialists. Hand-washing that preserves color, pile, and structure. ARCS certified. Free pickup.
Read more →Wool Rug Cleaning
Wool rugs need specialized care. AST's WoolSafe-certified techs clean your wool rugs without shrinking, bleeding, or fiber damage. Free pickup.
Read more →Silk Rug Cleaning
Silk rugs are the most delicate and valuable. AST's certified techs use hand-washing methods specifically designed for silk fibers. Free estimate.
Read more →Area Rug Cleaning
Professional area rug cleaning for all fabrics and sizes in San Antonio. Machine-made and hand-knotted. Priced by the sq ft. Free pickup & delivery.
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Carpet Cleaning
Professional carpet cleaning San Antonio homeowners trust — IICRC-certified, truck-mount hot water extraction. Steve Perez, 20+ years. Call (210) 599-9726.
Read more →Air Duct Cleaning
Dirty ducts hurt air quality and HVAC efficiency. AST's pro duct cleaning removes dust, allergens & contaminants. Free inspection. Book online.
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