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  • Bed bugs

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

    Dander

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

  • Pets

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

    Fungi

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

    Dust mites

    These tiny creatures can cause allergies and other respiratory problems.

  • Urine

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

  • Skunk odor

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

  • 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.
  • Excrement

    Excrement

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

  • Toxoplasmosis

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

    Feces

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

    Biological contaminants

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

  • Mattress

    Turn and vacuum twice a year for better sleep — and better health.
  • Furnace

    Furnace

    Replacing or cleaning the filter regularly is key.

  • Vomit

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

  • Sterilizer

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

    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.

  • MERV

    A standard for rating heating and air-conditioning filter efficiency.
  • Bacteria

    Bacteria

    The bugs are everywhere — literally.

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