With school back in session, it means that germs are back in full force. Like most parents, you are most likely looking for any way to keep away the onslaught of illnesses brought on by all of these germs. Cleaning your home properly as well as some simple hygiene habits go a long way in preventing illness in your home. Nadia’s House Cleaning is here to share some tips to help your home be healthier this school year.
 

Importance of Proper Hand Washing Steps

You have heard it most likely since you were very small, wash your hands! There is a reason this is taught at such a young age. Most germs are contracted by touching dirty things and then rubbing your eyes or eating, which allows those germs to make their way into your body. Using a moisturizing soap will help your hands not feel so dry from frequent washing.
 

Stock Up on Disinfecting Supplies

Using a disinfecting wipe to wipe down frequently touched, germy surfaces will help keep the germs at bay this school year. You should use them especially when someone in the home is suffering from sickness. Wiping down the remote control, door knobs, light switches, computers, refrigerator handles and any other surface that is frequently touched will get rid of sickness quickly.
 

Doing Laundry

When someone is sick in your home, you need to launder all of the blankets and pillows to get rid of it. Washing blankets, pillow and bedding on the highest heat setting possible will effectively kill any germs. Make sure you follow the laundering instructions for the items you are washing to avoid damaging them.
 

Clean or Replace Toothbrushes

Even when you are sick you need to brush your teeth. To get rid of any sickness lingering in your home, replace the toothbrushes of those that had the illness. At the very least, clean it with hot water and peroxide before using it after getting well.
 

Don’t Underestimate the Power of Bleach

During the winter, bleach should be your best friend. Nothing will kill germs like bleach will. When using bleach to clean the surfaces in your home, be aware that it can ruin your clothing. Depending on the surface that you are cleaning, you may find that diluting it will be helpful. Dilute it with hot water when using it to clean delicate materials; bleach is a very powerful cleaning aid.
 

Don’t Share When Sick

Try your hardest to avoid sharing things like cups, utensils and towels, even with family members. This is a sure way to spread germs.
 

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Keeping your family healthy once the kids are back in school can seem like a huge challenge at times. If you find that you don’t have time to disinfect and clean your home like you want to, the professionals at Nadia’s House Cleaning can help. It is a proven fact that a cleaner home is less likely to be a sick home. Call us today!