Cleaning Tips & Tricks
Everyday Places in the Home You’re Forgetting to Clean
Springtime is upon us. Our friends to the north are probably ready to open the doors and windows, let the fresh air in, and get a nice Spring cleaning done before the heat of Summer hits. Here in Sacramento, the heat is already upon us, so there probably won’t be much window opening, but we…
Keeping Your Home Safe During Dry Season
Sacramento is a land of extremes. Just seven months ago, we were begging for the rain to end as Hurricanes Harvey and Irma wreaked their havoc. Now we are asking for more rain to come as we enter the dry season. In fact, as of February 22 this year, the National Drought Mitigation Center shows…
Home Safety Practices that are Simple to Implement
There are many simple and cost-effective ways to better the safety of your home. Some of these include keeping up with home maintenance, paying attention to hazards in the yard, ample lighting, door upgrades, and keeping windows secure. An easy way to ensure your home is safe is in keeping up with issues as they…
Cleaning Without Harsh Chemicals
There are many ways to make simple changes and practice safe cleaning practices. Typical household cleaners contain many harsh ingredients that may work in killing germs and removing stains, but also can be detrimental to the health of those in the home. Harsh chemicals in cleaning agents can cause skin irritations, such as eczema. These…
Tips for Making a Home More Eco-Friendly
Making a home more eco-friendly is easier than ever and there are many options that do not involve costly renovations. There are many benefits for both the planet and homeowners as far as offering comfort, durability, lower energy bills and an increase in value when it comes to reselling a home. Here are a few…
Adopting Environmentally Friendly Cleaning Practices
With an increased level of awareness when it comes to toxic chemicals and other harmful ingredients in products, you may be questioning the use of harsh chemical cleaners in your home or office, especially when reading warning labels on packaging. Here are some best practices for guidance in greening your cleaning processes: Purchase “green” cleaners,…
Protecting Your Smart Home
While it’s important to look at the security of each connected product you bring into your home, there are several precautions you can take to keep your smart home safe once everything is connected: Be sure to change the username and password for each internet-connected smart home device from its default factory settings. Use passwords…
February Home Maintenance Checklist
Kitchen Clean out your medicine cabinet. Leaving excess medication around could lead to substance abuse if it falls into the wrong hands. See if your local police department has a medication drop-off box for safe disposal. Deep clean your fridge and garbage disposal. Nasty germs creep up in the kitchen, so empty your fridge and…
Buying Healthy Foods Without Breaking the Bank
It is now common knowledge that more and more chemicals, pesticides, hormones, and antibiotics are making their way into foods. While it is recommended to eat organic produce whenever possible, it can get expensive and this is hard to do for many who live on a budget. The Environmental Working Group (EWG) – a nonprofit…
The Best Natural Cleaning Products
You may be in need of an upgrade for your cleaning routine with natural, eco-friendly products that are safe for your family and your pets. After looking at reviews and many best-products lists across the internet for the most highly recommended natural and organic cleaning products that actually work really well, here are some natural…