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• Radon

  Why you should care about this odorless and colorless gas — and what you can do about it.

• Lead paint

  If it’s in good shape, it just needs regular cleaning to avoid hazards.

• Air cleaner

  There are several different types, but these useful appliances are no substitute for good cleaning and other preventive measures.

• Sanitizer

  These agents kill most — but not all — bacteria, viruses, fungi and spores.

• 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.

• Water

  This is the universal solvent for cleaning.

• Water heater

  These two simple tasks will help prevent costly plumbing services.

• Mold

  The term is interchangeable with “mildew.” However, mold can be very destructive to the home itself.

• Mineral scale

  That white or beige crust is coming from your tap water.

• MERV

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

• Mildew

  It’s a persistent, worthy enemy of the healthy housekeeper.

• Asbestos

  What it is, and what to do — and not do — about it.

• Ventilation

  Another word for “airing the place out,” ventilation is one of the top three ways to improve indoor air quality.

• Disinfectant

  Solutions that kill the bugs, but not necessarily any spores.

• Needlework

  When cleaning this, it pays to be gentle.

• Smoke alarm

  Since the introduction of smoke detectors 40 years ago, deaths from residential fires have been cut in half. Here’s how to ensure maximum protection from your alarms.

• Biological contaminants

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

• Fire alarm

  Professionally monitored systems are most often found in commercial settings.

• Paint cleaning

  Here’s the safe way to spot clean any painted surface.

• Label removal

  Think before you reach for the blade or scraper.

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