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  • Air filter

    Forced-air heating and air-conditioning systems have filters that need regular attention.
  • Backpack vacuum cleaner

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

    The bugs are everywhere — literally.
  • Bed bugs

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

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

    Many brass objects have been coated with lacquer to help maintain the shine. Avoid using abrasive pads or cleaners, since abrasion will remove the lacquer.
  • Bronze

    An ancient alloy that might not need cleaning, after all.
  • Butcher block

    A place where cleanliness really helps keep the family healthy.
  • Carbon monoxide

    You can’t see it, smell it or taste it, but that doesn’t make it any less deadly.
  • Cattle tracks

    These paths aren’t caused by livestock.
  • Chimney

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

    Coliform bacteria are the commonly-used bacterial indicator of the sanitary quality of foods and water. They are defined as rod-shaped Gram-negative non-spore forming organisms.
  • Corian

    A solid surface countertop line for kitchens, baths, sinks and lavatories, manufactured by E.I. du Pont de Nemours and Co., Wilmington DE.
  • CRI

    An acronym for the Carpet and Rug Institute, an industry association.
  • Cutting board

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

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

    Homeowners can resolve many problems before calling a professional.
  • 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.
  • Dust mites

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

    Naturally-occurring proteins used in cleaning products to digest waste and remove stains.

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