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• Dishwasher

  While not high-maintenance, it does need a little care occasionally.

• Drain

  Homeowners can resolve many problems before calling a professional.

• 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.

• Figurine

  Proceed gently. Consider placing them in a glass display case.

• Fire alarm

  Professionally monitored systems are most often found in commercial settings.

• Fireplace ash

  Clean the hearth first, before cleaning the rest of the room. Patience is a virtue!

• Floods

  How to stay safe both during and after a disaster.

• Furnace

  Replacing or cleaning the filter each month is key.

• Glass panes

  Here’s how to clean them and save money.

• Glassware

  Another straightforward task, but be careful with crystal and other fine glasses.

• Grease

  Scrubbing won’t get rid of it. Here’s the easy way.

• Hairbrush

  Simply comb clean, then soak, scrub with a small discarded toothbrush and rinse.

• Hard water

  Water chemistry has an important bearing on many cleaning tasks.

• Hosiery

  Protect stockings from laundry snags. Here’s how.

• Humidifier, portable

  It helps if you hang onto the instructions. Here’s what to do if you can’t find them.

• Humidifier, whole house

  Basic tips follow on keeping your unit in tip-top shape. Don’t have one? You might not need it after all.

• Jewelry

  There’s much to consider before cleaning jewelry. If you’re not sure, it may be best to leave this job to a professional.

• Juice spill

  Even ugly blotches will come out completely using the right methods.

• Ketchup spills

  Fast action will help reduce chances this spot will become permanent.

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