Housekeeping
Dispose of mercury-containing fluorescent bulbs without breaking them
Fluorescent lamps and many CFLs contain mercury. Keep them intact and check local recycling or hazardous-waste options.
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Wash reusable shopping bags and separate groceries
Keep reusable shopping bags cleaner and separate raw meats from foods eaten without cooking.
Housekeeping
Clean refrigerator spills, then rinse and dry
Wipe refrigerator spills promptly, clean with mild soapy water, then rinse and dry to reduce contamination.
Housekeeping
Check for hidden leaks using a water meter
Compare the meter reading before and after two hours with no household water use to screen for leaks.
Housekeeping
A garden watering routine that avoids runoff
Check recent rain and plant needs, aim water at the landscape, and stop runoff or pooling.
Housekeeping
Six Ways to Keep Bed Bugs Out of Your Home
Check luggage and secondhand furniture before bringing bed bugs home. Identify suspected insects before attempting treatment.
Housekeeping
Clean refrigerator shelves and drawers safely, without temperature shock
Move food safely, wash removable shelves and drawers with soapy water, and protect cold glass parts from sudden temperature changes.
Housekeeping
Bedding and dust mites: weekly washing, drying and covers
Wash suitable bedding regularly and dry it fully; consider allergen-proof covers and humidity control if sensitive to dust mites.
Housekeeping
How to clean a reusable bottle, lid and straw
Go beyond rinsing the bottle: wash removable lid and straw parts as the manufacturer directs, then dry them thoroughly.