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• Asbestos

  Asbestos

  What it is, and what to do — and not do — about it.
• Bacteria

  Bacteria

  The bugs are everywhere — literally.
• Baking Soda

  Baking soda

  This mild abrasive is also a decent deodorizer.
• Bathroom Fan

  Bathroom fan

  Exhaust fans aren’t just for keeping the bathroom from smelling bad.
• Air Purifier

  CADR

  Look for these numbers when comparing portable room air cleaners.
• Candles

  Candles

  They create a warm, cozy atmosphere — and present some hazards as well.
• Carpet Terms

  Carpet Terms

  Help with carpet terminology from the Carpet and Rug Institute (CRI).
• Central Air

  Central air conditioner

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

  Deck

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

  Drain

  Homeowners can resolve many problems before calling a professional.
• Dusting

  Dust, dusting

  It's everywhere, all the time. Here's how to keep it to a tolerable minimum.
• Power Cord

  Electrical cord

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

  Emulsification

  A process that helps cleaning products break down and suspend fats and oils.
• Fire

  Fire alarm

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

  Furnace

  Replacing or cleaning the filter regularly is key.
• Grill Cleaning

  Gas grill

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

  Grease, airborne

  Prevention is at least as important as cleaning here.
• Hard Water

  Hard water

  Water chemistry has an important bearing on many cleaning tasks.
• HEPA

  HEPA

  A term relating to filter effectiveness. HEPA filtration removes 99.97 percent of all particles 0.3 microns and larger.
• High Efficiency Washers

  High Efficiency Washing Machines

  HE washers save significant energy over traditional washing machines by decreasing the amount of water needed per load and shortening drying times.

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