- Dispose of household hazardous products safely
and for free by taking them to HazoHouse.
- Switch to green
cleaning methods by using vinegar, baking soda, and liquid Castile soap.
This saves money too!
- Remove shoes at the door. This helps reduce dust
in the home.
- Run the bathroom fan while showering or bathing
and for 30-45 minutes after. This helps keep mold from growing in the bathroom
and improves indoor air quality. If your fan doesn’t work well, have it fixed
or replaced.
- Open windows daily to let fresh air in and
improve ventilation. Try a “fresh air blast” by going through your home opening
each window and then going right back through closing each one. This quick
exchange of air can make a big difference in your indoor
air quality!
- Request a free, confidential Healthy Homes
Visit.
- Get a kitchen
thermometer and use
it to help prevent foodborne illness.
- Use Common Sense
Gardening for your yard and garden. Our free gardening guides can help you
create a beautiful landscape without the
use of toxic bug and weed killers.
- Get your septic system inspected. You can hire someone
or learn how to do
it yourself. Inspecting your system every year can help identify issues
before they turn into large, costly
problems.
- Take steps to prevent
rodents and other pests from entering your home.
