Ever wondered where the germs in your home love to hang out the most? It might surprise you that the usual suspects, like the toilet, aren’t the only magnets for harmful bacteria. In fact, some of the most contaminated spots are those you probably least expect.
However, with the help of trusted specialists in house cleaning, you can have every inch of your home in East St. Paul thoroughly sanitized. You’ll rest easy knowing that even the items that usually harbor the most germs are cleaned and safe for you to use. Read on to discover what these spots around your home are.
What is the dirtiest item in our homes?
Want a germ-free home, but not sure where to begin? Start with these 5 contaminated areas of your home!
Kitchen Sponge
This sponge is a cesspool of bacteria… I’m not talking about the sponge you use to clean your bathroom, I’m talking about the one you use to clean the bowl your toddler eats his Cheerios from. Yes, that one. As a lover of all things clean, I cannot advise you to wash your dishes with disposable paper towels or to buy a new sponge every other day, but we do have to be mindful of the bacteria we introduce to our sponges. Best advice: ditch the sponge and switch to a microfiber cloth that you launder regularly.
Whirlpool Bathtubs
If you look inside the jet terminal on a whirlpool bathtub after the water drains, you will notice that often there are small pools of bathwater left behind. The bacteria in this water remain stagnant until your next fill up. Best advice: rinse and dry after each use.
Toothbrushes
We’ve all seen the Myth Busters TV episode where they tried, and failed, to debunk the myth of the disgusting truth of what is lurking on our toothbrushes. Whether you choose to purchase a UV toothbrush holder, or sanitize with boiling water, you should always continue your regimen of replacing your toothbrush every 4 months.
Light Switches and Doorknobs
Sometimes we absent-mindedly touch things without thinking of everything else that we have touched that day. Think about when you picked up your dirty shoes that have walked on sidewalks and in public restrooms and then turned off the bedroom light switch and opened the closet door. Our hands are constantly inundated with bacteria so we have to make sure these frequently touched items are sanitized often. Best advice: Wash-dry-shine these areas regularly.
Electronics
Since our lives revolve around technology, we have to be even more mindful about frequent hand washing. Think about it. You open a package of chicken to thaw for dinner, the phone rings so you grab the remote to turn down the TV and then answer the phone. Bam! Two contaminated electronics in 15 seconds.
Who provides comprehensive house cleaning in East St. Paul?
Need a little help getting things back on track? We are ready to slay those dragons! With Signature Cleaning, no stone is left unturned. Whether you enjoy burning calories as you clean, you’re curious about how to establish a home command center, or need to simplify your routine, we’re here to provide assistance. By applying reliable equipment and proven techniques, we make sure your home receives the treatment it deserves. Take a relaxing walk by the Red River or spend an afternoon with your family while we take care of your home. Give us a call today!
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