How to get those germs out of your house!

1. Focus on High-Touch Surfaces

High-touch surfaces like doorknobs, light switches, remote controls, faucets, and counter tops are breeding grounds for germs. Use a disinfectant spray or wipe specifically designed to kill bacteria and viruses. Ensure you follow the product instructions for proper contact time to be effective.

2. Wash Linens and Soft Surfaces

Change and wash bed linens, towels, and blankets immediately after recovery. Use the warmest appropriate water setting and add a disinfecting laundry booster if possible. Don’t forget to vacuum or steam clean soft surfaces like sofas and carpets to remove lingering germs.

3. Disinfect the Bathroom Thoroughly

Bathrooms are hot spots for bacteria during illness. Clean and disinfect the sink, toilet, shower, and handles with a strong bathroom cleaner or disinfectant. Replace toothbrushes or sanitize them in boiling water or a dental cleaner.

4. Sanitize Personal and Shared Devices

Phones, tablets, keyboards, and game controllers can harbour germs. Use disinfecting wipes or sprays that are safe for electronics to wipe them down. Don’t forget to clean shared items like chargers and headphones.

5. Improve Ventilation and Use Air Purifiers

Viruses and bacteria can linger in poorly ventilated spaces. Open windows to bring in fresh air and improve air circulation. If you have an air purifier, let it run for several hours with a clean filter to remove airborne particles.