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• Chimney

  Chimney

  For most people, this is not a do-it-yourself cleaning task.
• Bleach

  Chlorine bleach

  This laundry aid is also an effective disinfectant, but be careful.
• Concrete

  Concrete floor

  Seal these floors, and you’ll simplify this cleaning hassle once and for all.
• Cutting Boards

  Cutting board

  Thorough washing and sanitizing is essential, particularly on meat-cutting surfaces.
• Damp Mopping

  Damp mopping

  Used where lots of water could damage the floor or the subfloor.
• De-scaler

  De-scaler

  These products help remove crusty scale from plumbing fixtures and other surfaces.
• Deck

  Deck

  They need a physical exam yearly, just like you do.
• Degreaser

  Degreaser

  A wide range of cleaning liquids, from mild to caustic.
• Dilution

  Dilution

  Proper dilution is key to making cleaning concentrates work best, but how do you figure out those ratios?
• Dish Detergent

  Dishwashing liquid, dishwashing detergent

  Inexpensive, mild and useful in a wide range of tasks.
• Disinfectant

  Disinfectant

  Solutions that kill the bugs, but not necessarily any spores.
• Duct Cleaning

  Duct

  These metal conduits distribute heated or cooled air from a furnace or central air conditioner. No one’s sure whether they need regular professional cleaning.
• Power Cord

  Electrical cord

  Simply cleaned but needs a regular safety check for worn, cracked, or frayed insulation.
• Tobacco Smoke

  Environmental tobacco smoke (ETS)

  Environmental tobacco smoke is a fancy name for second-hand smoke.
• Safety

  Eye protection

  Certain tasks put eyes at risk and personal protection equipment is needed.
• Fiberglass

  Fiberglass

  A durable surface that must be delicately cleaned to prevent scratches.
• Fire

  Fire alarm

  Professionally monitored systems are most often found in commercial settings.
• Flooding

  Floods

  Basic steps for staying safe and coping during both a flood and its immediate aftermath.
• Furnace

  Furnace

  Replacing or cleaning the filter regularly is key.
• Polish

  Furniture polish

  Dusting is all most modern wood furniture needs in routine cleaning.

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