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• Air Purifier

  CADR

  Look for these numbers when comparing portable room air cleaners.
• Carbon Monoxide Alarms

  Carbon monoxide alarm

  Every home should have at least one CO detector.
• Carpet Cleaning

  Cattle tracks

  These paths aren’t caused by livestock.
• Central Air

  Central air conditioner

  Keep components clean — you'll reduce dust and save energy.
• Computer Cleaning

  Computer tower

  Dusting reduces buildup on sensitive components inside the case.
• Concrete

  Concrete floor

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

  Dander

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

  De-scaler

  These products help remove crusty scale from plumbing fixtures and other surfaces.
• Denatured Alcohol

  Denatured alcohol

  This solvent is a capable spot cleaner on many hard surfaces.
• Detergent

  Detergent

  A cleaning agent that, unlike traditional soap, works well in hard water.
• Diatomaceous Earth

  Diatomaceous earth

  Diatomaceous earth consists of fossilized remains of diatoms.
• Dishwasher

  Dishwasher detergent

  A product that belongs in the machine, not on your hands.
• Drains

  Drain

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

  Dry mopping

  A cousin to dusting as it applies to hard flooring.
• Dryer

  Dryer

  Lint control is the name of the game here. Plus, what to do if clothing dyes stain the surface.
• Duct Cleaning

  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

  Dust mites

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

  Dust, dusting

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

  Edge Cleaning

  Cleaning the edges of a floor, a task that may seem daunting but is rather simple.
• Power Cord

  Electrical cord

  Simply cleaned but needs a regular safety check for worn, cracked, or frayed insulation.

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