Cleaning Tips for a Healthier Home

 Spring is just around the corner. There is no better time than now to get rid of a winter's worth of dust and grime.

As you prepare for your spring-cleaning, remember to dig beneath the surface, because what you can't see can hurt you.

- Cleaning with soap and water removes dirt and most of the germs, but to protect your family from getting germs that cause illness, you must disinfect all areas to destroy germs and prevent them from spreading.

- Clean your kitchen sink and counters with antibacterial solutions after each use. Bacteria left from meats and vegetables can flourish and get on your hands, utensils or other foods.

 Breathe easy

- Control the source. Reduce or remove as many asthma or allergy triggers /Tom your home as possible. Keep pets outside whenever possible; wash all bedding weekly in hot water; and don't allow anyone to smoke indoors.

- Check and replace. Maintain your heating and air conditioning systems by changing the filters frequently. Good maintenance and ventilation is key to keeping indoor air pollution under control. This includes gas appliances, wood stoves and fireplaces.

- Invest in the best. Equip your home with a high-efficiency whole-home air purifier like the new Infinity Air Purifier from Carrier Corp. This is the only air purification solution on the market proven to capture and kill airborne allergens, bacteria, mold spores and viruses.