Here are ten simple ways to make your home a
healthier and happier place to live in 2017, and beyond!
1.
It is never too early to do some spring
cleaning. Make three piles: Keep, donate, and recycle/toss. Set aside a weekend
to get rid of items you and your family no longer use. Reducing clutter can
reduce stress and create a safer home. Clutter can be a tripping hazard.
2.
Did you discover some household hazardous
waste while doing your spring cleaning? Take your unwanted cleaning supplies,
motor oil, light bulbs and more to HazoHouse!
Replace these items with green cleaners.
3.
Reduce the risk of mold and moisture
damage by running your bathroom fan when you take a shower. Leave the fan on
for at least thirty to forty-five minutes after you shower. If your fan is
broken, have it fixed or replaced.
4.
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!
5.
You never know when a fire, stormy
weather, or earthquake could impact you and your family. Create a disaster
supplies kit for you, your family, and your pets.
Keep the kit in an accessible location that everyone living at your home could
find during an emergency.
6.
Take your shoes off at the door. Shoes
can bring in dirt, dust and other allergens. Don’t want cold feet? Have a
designated pair of house slippers or shoes you can wear around the house.
7.
Vacuum at least once a week and damp dust
hard surfaces regularly. This can reduce allergy triggers in the home.
8.
Get
your septic tank inspected. 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.
9.
Read our Common
Sense Gardening guides so you can begin to plan your
garden. Our free gardening guides can
help you create a beautiful landscape without the
use
of toxic bug and weed killers.
10. Want
to learn more about ways you can keep your home healthy? Schedule a free,
confidential Healthy
Homes visit. Call the Healthy Homes Program to learn more
or schedule a visit (360) 867-2674.
