Cleaning, Sanitizing and Disinfecting: The Important Differences

Woman with yellow rubber glove sanitizing a stove top.

We all know cleaning helps reduce our risk of illness, but do you know the distinction between cleaning, sanitizing and disinfecting? Here’s a primer on the important differences. Clean first The first step in either sanitizing or disinfecting is to clean the surface, which means removing visible dirt. The Centers for Disease Control say that […]

Keep Your Whirlpool Tub a Clean Machine

A whirlpool tub jet blows air horizontally under water in a tub full with water.

Soaking up to your chin in the swirling warm waters of a whirlpool tub is luxurious. But the jets can get dirty, so your tub requires regular maintenance to keep your baths clean and healthy. Here are some simple tips to show your tub some TLC. Regular maintenance keeps cleaning simple Most things we own […]

Squeaky Clean Tips for a Successful Open House

It’s time to showcase your home with an open house. Your to-do list may be long, but the most basic of all is to clean it until it shines. Nothing is more fundamental to selling your house than to have it sparkling clean. Here are the basics. Consider hiring a professional.  You may want to […]

Making Your Home Shine for Showings

It goes without saying that you want your home to shine when prospective buyers view your home. Yet you’d be surprised how many sellers skimp on this important step in the home-selling process. Here are six keys to unlocking maximum appeal. Clean house inside and out. Not only should the regular mopping and dusting be […]