Keep up with your dusting routine.
Frequent dusting is an easy way to reduce the number of tiny particles sitting in your home. It is especially useful to pay attention to places that tend to collect more dust, such as behind furniture, air conditioning filters and mouldings.
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Use a vacuum cleaner with a HEPA filter.
Using a certified HEPA filter will prevent the particles you sweep up while cleaning your home from coming out of the filter again and mixing into the air.
Don’t just clean, disinfect at the same time.
In order not to do two jobs separately, you can use cleaning products that contain both surfactant and antiseptic at the same time. In this way, you can separate the particles from the surface and get rid of bacteria, viruses and dust that can cause irritation.
Change your filters.
Regularly changing the filters of all mechanical systems in your home and cleaning the ventilation pipes will reduce the particles circulating in your home.
Protect your home from puddles that can cause dampness.
Take precautions against water damage by controlling the humidity in your home. With a water leak detector in water-prone areas, you can ensure that bacteria and mould do not multiply particles in your home.
In addition, it is a good daily habit to dry your shower cubicle and kitchen sink after use.
If you notice dampness in your home, take action immediately.
If there is a puddle of water somewhere, it is very important to dry and dehumidify that area immediately to prevent mould growth. Unfortunately, mould can grow in as little as 24 hours.
If you have not noticed the water leak and dampness for some time, you can use your senses to determine its severity. Are there any visible water stains or discolouration near the leak? If the answer is yes, then locate the leak and start drying the area. Calling an authority and having the area checked afterwards will ensure that there is no mould growth.
Pay attention to hygiene!
Finally, of course, pay attention to hygiene (especially hand hygiene!). If you do not want to bring uninvited viruses or bacteria into your home, leave your shoes outside the door, even if there is a door entrance, do not keep them inside your home.
