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• HVAC

  Air filter

  Forced-air heating and air-conditioning systems have filters that need regular attention.
• Asthma And Allergies

  Allergen slipcover

  These bedding accessories are a must for people with severe asthma or allergic sensitivity to dust mites.
• Ammonia

  Ammonia

  An excellent degreaser, but use in a well-ventilated area.
• Spot Removal

  Blot, blotting

  Blotting isn't rubbing or scrubbing. Here's how it's done, gently...
• Carbon Monoxide Alarms

  Carbon monoxide alarm

  Every home should have at least one CO detector.
• Central Air

  Central air conditioner

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

  Comforter

  Care is fairly easy for inexpensive comforters. Protect expensive down comforters with a duvet cover.
• Pet Dander

  Dander

  Control shedding where it starts – on your dog or cat – with regular brushing.
• Dust Mites

  Dust mites

  These tiny creatures can cause allergies and other respiratory problems.
• Dusting

  Dust, dusting

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

  Edge Cleaning

  Cleaning the edges of a floor, a task that may seem daunting but is rather simple.
• Excrement

  Excrement

  Also known as feces or stool, it must be dealt with safely and promptly.
• Safety

  Eye protection

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

  Fabric filter

  Any fabric that captures dust particles from a stream of moving air.
• Feces

  Feces

  Also known as stool or excrement, this waste must be dealt with safely.
• 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.
• Garbage Disposal

  Food disposer

  Also known as a garbage disposal, food disposers chop up food waste enabling it to be washed down the drain safely.
• Fungus

  Fungi

  Mold and mildew are common forms of fungi that cause problems when present in homes.
• Furnace

  Furnace

  Replacing or cleaning the filter regularly is key.

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