QC Newsletter April 2013 - Spring into Cleaning

Spring into Cleaning

With April showers and May flowers come dust and pollen that can leave your home in desperate need of a seasonal makeover.  Spring cleaning may not be one’s idea of fun in the sun but here’s some tips to make cleaning a breeze.

1)  HVAC filters - Use quality electrostatic filters that attract particles to the filter.  To keep filters in top shape, clean once per month.

2)  Control moisture and humidity - Maintaining humidity at 50 percent or below prevents the growth of mold and the infestation of dust mites; two of the most common allergens.

3)  Increase vacuum frequency - Since about 75% of carpet soil is dry particulate, vacuuming more often prevents soil from embedding deep into carpets.  Vacuum heavy traffic areas slowly and repeatedly.

4)  Use high efficiency filter bags - High Efficiency Particulate Air (HEPA) double lined vacuum filter bags filter out 99% of particles that cause respiratory irritation.

For professional cleaning jobs, look for an IICRC Certified Firm - Confirm their technician’s training and certification in the type of work to be performed and always obtain a written estimate.