Have you cleaned these things recently?
Your home is kind of natural hot spots for things like germs and non-living allergens*. It’s nobody’s fault really. We just all create messes and bring things into our home that we never intended to. It doesn’t mean you can’t go outside anymore, but you just need to make sure you’re taking some time to clean your whole home. Here are the 10 areas most often neglected.
1 – Trash Can
- Let’s face it, it’s a nasty job. Somebody certainly has to do it though. Remember that it’s not about giving your trash a clean place to sit until you’re ready to take it out, it’s about keeping germs out of your home. Scrubbing your trash cans will help you with this.
2 – Cell Phone
- Your phone is not only part of your home, it’s also more than like the filthiest thing in your home. On average, cell phones have more germs per square inch than a public toilet seat. You wouldn’t put your face that close to a public toilet… right?
3 – Carpets
- Did you know that your carpet is your home’s biggest air filter? Well, like any filter it needs to be cleaned regularly in order to perform it’s proper function. We aren’t just talking about a simple pass with the vacuum once or twice a week. You need a deeper cleaning from a professional carpet cleaner like Chinook Chem-Dry.
4 – Shower Curtain
- If water was sitting on your window curtains, you would want to swap those out immediately to avoid mold and mildew growth. Although a shower curtain is built to handle water differently, you still need to clean them out in order to avoid mold growth. Especially in places where the curtain folds in on itself. Throwing it in the washing machine once a month should do the trick though. But beware, any laundry left in the washing machine too long without drying can also allow mold to grow back.
5 – Air Vents & Dryer Vents
- Vents simply collect dust. All day, everyday. When it comes to air vents, that dust will get pushed back into your home. With dryer vents, that dust in addition to the lint will keep your dryer from performing it’s proper function and in the worst case scenario will lead to home house fire. If you would rather not breathe all that dust in, get your air and dryer vents cleaned.
6 – Door Knobs
- Door knobs and locks open up a portal to your home for all the nasty germs spreading around town. Germs can survive on these metal surfaces for up to 8 hours! So, anything could be on there…
7 – Ice Tray
- Ice trays actually see a lot more than just clean water. Every time you touch them you’re spreading whatever germs are on your fingers to the tray. Be sure to run them through your dishwasher or hand wash them every so often. If you use a silicone tray, use a vinegar and warm water mixture to soak it.
8 – Vacuum Filter
- Many people only clear out the vacuum collector and don’t touch the filter. Some filters can get so caked with dust from a lack of cleaning that running water through it won’t be enough. If it gets that dirty, you may need to use something to dislodge it before you can continue cleaning it. I once had to use a knife to remove the packed dirt, and then I had to wash the filter for about 45 minutes to give it a satisfactory clean. When your filters get that dirty, your vacuum is mostly worthless.
9 – Microwave touchpad
- Again, another place where you’re putting your fingers. Depending on the extent of the meal you’re making, your hands may be covered in some pretty nasty things and bacteria. You’ll definitely want to clean this.
10 – Tile
- The old mop and broom do a really good job, but they are still supplemental. Not keeping up on professional tile cleaning will result in discoloration and a build-up of grime on the tile and in the grout lines.
Chinook Chem-Dry Can Help
Check these off your to-do list! Chinook Chem-dry is the natural choice to help you! We provide the greater Calgary area with top of the line cleaning services. Call (403) 475-0011 or schedule an appointment.
