Some of us are total slobs, while others are complete neat freaks.
Here are some things you should probably check up on and give a thorough cleaning.
We’ve talked about germ management, but fighting dirt and gunk is a completely different battle.
Here are just a few of the places you should check out on a regular basis.
ensure you wear protective goggles.
you’re free to see exactly how it’s done in the video above fromEntergy.
Clean them twice a year, or more if you have pets.
Grab acoil cleaning brushand unplug the refrigerator.
Remove the grill and then brush the coils to loosen and remove the debris, dirt and dust.
Afterward use a vacuum hose to suck all the gunk out.
The video above from YouTube useruxwbillshows you exactly how it’s done.
At minimum, this will improve the air quality in your home and save you from mold.
Grab and dispose any large debris and flush out the rest with a hose.
confirm the water drains by checking the downspout.
See the Lowe’s video above for step by step instructions on both cleaning and repairing your gutters.
A clogged HVAC system or the worse, a fire, could be the end result as well.
It’s the second leading cause to residential fires after cooking fires.
HowToWith Geoshows you how to change your furnace filter in the video above.
You could also hire a professional if you feel uncomfortable.
Otherwise, clogged ducts result in the dryer usinga ton of extra energyand possibly even gas leaks.
If you initiate the dryer twice a week, you should clean the duct at least once per year.
If you run your dryer more often, increase the number of times you clean the duct accordingly.
Cleaning and replacing certain filters, gutters, and appliances is much more than just keeping a clean house.
