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• Water heater

  These two simple tasks will help prevent costly plumbing services.
• Dusting

  Dust, dusting

  It's everywhere, all the time. Here's how to keep it to a tolerable minimum.
• Biocontaminants

  Biological contaminants

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

• Vacuum filtration

  Keeping the dust inside your vacuum.

• White vinegar

  Think of it as an inexpensive mineral scale remover. It's not the best solution for most cleaning situations.
• Bleach

  Bleach

  It's not just from a chlorine bottle anymore.

• Ice maker

  Good ice depends on a clean freezer.

• Trisodium phosphate (TSP)

  An old standby that is still useful for cleaning walls and other surfaces.

• MCS

  Here’s what multiple chemical sensitivity means.

• Radiator, baseboard (forced hot water)

  Regular dusting and vacuuming will make them look better, and they’ll work better, too.

• Knives

  Keep cutlery out of the dishwasher.
• Toilet

  Toilet cleaners

  Some thoughts on different products for easing this task.
• Ventilation

  Exhaust ventilation

  Fan and duct work used to remove harmful airborne contaminants from an area.
• Concrete

  Concrete floor

  Seal these floors, and you’ll simplify this cleaning hassle once and for all.
• Car Wash

  Automotive exterior

  Vehicle paint is another durable, yet easily scratched surface.
• Sprayer

  Spray bottle

  Keeping a clean house would be a lot harder without these handy tools.

• Toothbrush, old

  Toothbrushes are re-usable for cleaning tasks. They’re gentle and effective.

• Truck-mounted extractor

  These are the dirt-busting powerhouses of carpet cleaning.
• Spot Removal

  Spills, spots

  A guide to the best ways of preventing stains on floors, rugs, carpet and upholstery.

• Vomit

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

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