Is your home READY FOR SPRING?
Five tips for a HEALTHIER HOME
• Chlorophytum, a common species often referred to as “spider plant.” • Aloe, whose many virtues are recognized in herbal medicine. • Aglaonema, an easy-to-care-for houseplant. To boost your air quality, choose at least two or three species and place them in every room of your home. A professional horticulturist will be able to tell you how to care for them properly.
Before welcoming the spring weather with open arms, there are a few essential jobs you need to do in order to take care of your biggest investment: your home. 1. Carefully examine the foundation for possible cracks, water infiltration or signs of moisture. If any foundation walls appear to be damaged in any way, have them repaired immediately by a professional repair service. 2. Have your heating system inspected and serviced by a qualified technician. March is also the perfect time to clean your fire- place or wood stove. And don’t forget to have the chimney swept as well.
3. Check the gutters and make sure the water from melting snow drains as far away as possible from the foundation walls. If nec- essary, unblock gutters and downspouts, tighten loose joints and affix all parts securely to the house. drains inspected, as they often take a lot of punishment over the winter. You definitely want to be sure they are working properly in order to avoid water infiltration and unpredictable overflows from your sump pit. 4. Have your French
1. ELIMINATE DUST Dust contains a variety of contaminants that can harm the health of your family, especially children and people with asthma. That is why vacuuming, dusting furniture and cleaning bedding thoroughly should be done on a regu- lar basis. A tip to remember: to eliminate as much dust as possible from a carpet, vacuum each square metre of surface for at least one minute. 2. THROW OUT EXPIRED FOOD PRODUCTS Inspect the contents of your fridge and freezer twice a month and throw out any food products that have passed their expiry date. By the way, did you know that most meat should be eaten within eight months of freezing? When it comes to your fridge, it is best not to wait for bad smells to show up before you clean. 3. USE AIR PURIFYING PLANTS Whether you have a green thumb or not, stock up on plants that are known to improve the air quality in homes. Here are the best choices: • Spathiphyllum, an elegant plant that pro- duces pretty white flowers. • Sansevieria, commonly called “mother-in- law’s tongue.” • Philodendron, a plant with exotic foliage often used by florists. • Ivy, an exceptionally vigorous creeper. • Ficus, a plant that absorbs heat and releases moisture. • Dracaena, a very resistant plant also called “dragon tree.”
4. LOOK AFTER ALL APPLIANCES THAT CIRCULATE AIR
Call in a professional to inspect and clean all the heating, cooling and air circulation systems in your home. The kinds of appliances that should be serviced regularly:
• air conditioner • dehumidifier • air exchanger • furnace • hood
• humidifier • heat pump • fan
5. DISINFECT SURFACES Just because your walls, floors, furniture and appliances look clean, it does not mean that they really are. Most contaminants are invi- sible to the naked eye, so take the precaution of cleaning all surfaces using a suitable prod- uct. Don’t forget the doorknobs! Eliminate dust, stock up on plants, sort out food items: there are many ways to create a healthier home.
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