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• Bed bugs

  You’ll need the services of a pest-control professional to eliminate an infestation.
• Cleaning Strategy

  Blinds, vertical

  Introducing a handy tool for making quick work of this task.

• Books

  Routine maintenance to emergency care.

• Bottle

  Don't get fingers or hands stuck during this task.

• Brick, exterior

  Do these things if your chimney really needs cleaning.

• Bucket

  Do the job the easy, safe way — follow these tips.

• Charcoal grill

  Maintenance is easy, even though ashes must be discarded after every use.

• Counter brush

  Crumbs and coarse dirt are no match for this inexpensive tool.

• Driveway

  Sweep and spray to remove dirt. Also, the right way to soak out oil stains.

• Dry mopping

  A cousin to dusting as it applies to hard flooring.

• Dust mites

  You can’t see them, but they can cause allergies and other respiratory problems.

• Extension pole

  Also known as extension handles, these tools help keep your feet on firm ground instead of on a shaky, wet ladder.

• Extraction cleaning

  A method that’s highly effective at flushing out dirt from many carpets and some rugs.

• Gas grill

  These patio appliances need occasional safety checks to ensure an enjoyable summer.

• Grout brush

  The best tool for cleaning grouted tile.

• Hair dryer

  As with all electrical appliances, always unplug, and never get the insides wet.

• Hot water extraction

  Carpet cleaning that’s highly effective at flushing out dirt.

• Ironing board

  Cleaning the cover and lubricating the ironing board leg joints will keep this tool performing well.

• Lamb's-wool duster

  This professional’s tool could save you money.

• Lampshade

  Cloth shades should be cleaned carefully with dry methods. Spot clean with wet methods only when absolutely necessary.

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