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  • Toxoplasmosis

    A concern for pregnant women and anyone with a weakened immune system.
  • Biocontaminants

    Biological contaminants

    Keeping these at bay is the main point in a lot of cleaning tasks.
  • Pet Dander

    Dander

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

  • Litter box

    Scoop daily for your cat’s health — and for the sake of your nose.
  • Antibacterial

    Antibacterial products

    The scientific debate continues over whether antibacterial soaps, sprays and wipes may end up doing more harm than good.
  • Germs

    Microbes

    The scientific name for what many people call germs or bugs. Microbes contribute to foul smelling bathrooms, but also function as nature's cleaning agents.

  • Pets

    No question about it, pets can be a joy, but they will add to the housekeeping load.
  • Feces

    Feces

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

    Excrement

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

  • Skunk odor

    A tomato-juice bath isn’t as effective as this home remedy, several experts say.

  • Vomit

    Remove as much as you can immediately and dilute with water. Then follow these tips.

  • Microban

    It’s how advancing technology helps people keep bacteria at bay.

  • Pole scrubber

    Hands-and-knees cleaning got you down? Try this instead.

  • Urine

    Act quickly to prevent this spot from drying and becoming a permanent problem.

  • Leaf blower

    These handy tools also make quick work of cleaning hard surfaces outdoors. Pay attention to safety, though.
  • Sponge

    Sponge

    Some cleaning tools need cleaning themselves. This is one.
  • Sponge

    Bed bugs

    You’ll need the services of a pest-control professional to eliminate an infestation.

  • Wet-dry vac

    Wet-dry vacuum cleaners are best suited to garages and unfinished basements since they tend to spew fine dust out with the exhaust air if you don’t install an optional filter. They can come in handy for limited jobs in the home, such as clearing out a clogged sink, sucking up pet accidents, etc.

  • Sterilizer

    Agents or methods used to kill everything that can cause infection or disease.
  • Fungus

    Fungi

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

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