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• Electrical cord

  Cleaning is simple. While you're at it, perform this simple safety check.

• Vacuum cleaner maintenance

  A well-maintained machine is a real timesaver.

• Bathroom fan

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

• Laptop computer

  The exterior is a cinch. The display is anything but.

• Carbon monoxide alarm

  Every home should have at least one CO detector.

• Toaster

  For safety’s sake, unplug this appliance and let it cool first.

• Hair dryer

  As with all electrical appliances, always unplug, and never get the insides wet.

• Refrigerator exterior

  Blessed are the short, for they don’t have to see what the top of the ‘fridge looks like.

• Radiator, baseboard (electric)

  For safety’s sake, cut power to these units before cleaning them.

• Inkjet printer

  The automatic cleaning cycle helps keep print heads clean, but other measures may also be needed.

• Heater, portable

  If it has a plug, make sure it’s nowhere near an outlet before cleaning.

• Blender

  Separate the parts, and clean this kitchen appliance easily.

• Leaf blower

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

• Toaster oven

  Another kitchen appliance where it will pay to stay ahead of crumbs, grime, grease and spatters.

• Pergo

  Laminate flooring sold in the Presto® and Signature® product lines and manufactured by Pergo AB, Trelleborg, Sweden.

• Household Prod. Database

  Interested in green cleaning? Chemical safety? The Household Products Database (HPD) can be a good place to look for information.

• Ladder safety

  How to do it right when you have to work high off the ground.

• Videocassette recorder (VCR)

  Fighting back against dust is a priority with this electronic component.

• Drain

  Homeowners can resolve many problems before calling a professional.

• Vacuum system, central

  These powerful units offer many advantages over upright and canister vacuums.

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