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• Food disposer

  Indispensable for minimizing food waste in the trash, your garbage disposal needs proper care.

• Ice cube tray

  Cleaning the refrigerator? Clean this, too, and always enjoy fresh ice.

• Ice maker

  Good ice depends on a clean freezer.

• Kitchen

  Timeliness is key in cleaning the most heavily used room in the house.

• Food processor

  Stay ahead of the game — clean after each use.

• Refrigerator interior

  Clean up all spills right away. Here’s how to do that occasional, thorough cleaning.

• Drain

  Homeowners can resolve many problems before calling a professional.

• Water heater

  These two simple tasks will help prevent costly plumbing services.

• Charcoal grill

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

• Air filter

  All forced-air heating and air-conditioning systems have HVAC filters.

• Central air conditioner

  Keep components clean — you'll reduce dust and save energy.

• Shower curtain

  The best way to clean a vinyl, polyester or cotton shower curtain, plus the skinny on shower rods and curtain rings.

• Bacteria

  The bugs are everywhere — literally.

• Solvent safety

  Use carefully to protect yourself, your family and the environment.

• Sink

  Whether in the kitchen or bath, a sink’s material — not location — determines the cleaning method.

• Backpack vacuum cleaner

  Pros use this machine all day, avoiding back strain and repetitive stress injury.

• Ketchup spills

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

• Humidifier, portable

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

• Edge cleaning

  Carpets and floors next to walls aren’t daunting to clean. Here’s why.

• Hi-Macs

  An acrylic, solid-surface countertop for kitchens and baths manufactured by LG Solid Surface Inc., Peoria, Ariz.

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