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• Air filter

  All forced-air heating and air-conditioning systems have HVAC filters.

• Bathroom

  It's easier and quicker than you think if done regularly.

• Carbon monoxide alarm

  Every home should have at least one CO detector.

• Central air conditioner

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

• Chlorine bleach

  This laundry aid is also an effective disinfectant, but be careful.

• Degreaser

  A wide range of cleaning liquids, from mild to caustic.

• Dilution

  Proper dilution is key to making cleaning concentrates work best, but how do you figure out those ratios?

• Drain

  Homeowners can resolve many problems before calling a professional.

• 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.

• Earthstone

  A solid-surface kitchen and bath countertop line manufactured by Wilsonart International Inc., Temple, Texas.

• Extraction cleaning

  A method that’s highly effective at flushing out dirt from many carpets and some rugs.

• Food disposer

  Indispensable for minimizing food waste in the trash, your garbage disposal needs proper care.

• Formica®

  Sharp objects and harsh chemicals will damage this widely used surface permanently.

• Garbage can

  With the right tools and timing, this job isn’t so daunting.

• Gibraltar

  A solid-surface kitchen and bath countertop line manufactured by Wilsonart® International Inc., Temple, Texas.

• Hazardous waste

  These products can threaten your family’s health and the environment.

• Heater, portable

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

• Hi-Macs

  An acrylic, solid-surface countertop for kitchens and baths manufactured by LG Solid Surface Inc., Peoria, Ariz.

• Hot water extraction

  Carpet cleaning that’s highly effective at flushing out dirt.

• Humidifier, portable

  It helps if you hang onto the instructions. Here’s what to do if you can’t find them.

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