Is your home healthy and safe for all members of your family? Threats in your home like mold and fire can potentially cause danger to you and your loved ones. Here are 4 areas to focus on to promote a safe and healthy living space.
Prevent Mold to Keep Your Home Healthy and Safe
Letting mold grow in your home makes your living space unhealthy. Mold causes allergies and respiratory problems. The key to preventing mold is to keep your home dry. Humid air and water leaks are the main culprits of mold growth. Fix any leaks that arise immediately. Keep humidity low through the use of a dehumidifier and exhaust fans in the kitchen and bathroom. By managing moisture in the home, you’ll keep it healthier by preventing mold.
Keep Up With Cleaning
Another common cause of allergies is a buildup of household dust. A healthy home is cleaned frequently. If you simply don’t have time for this task, hire a home cleaning service to come regularly and deep clean. By removing dust from surfaces and carpets, you’ll have better air quality.
Maintain Safety Devices
Safety devices that protect against house fires are necessary to keep your home healthy and safe. However, simply having them isn’t enough. Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors should be tested monthly to make sure their batteries are still working. These devices do not last forever and should be replaced with new units every decade. Similarly, fire extinguishers have an expiration date, so check that periodically and replace them when necessary.
Make Your Home Healthy and Safe for the Youngest and Oldest Members of the Household
Your home is only safe if the youngest and oldest members of the household are protected from risks. You may have an elderly grandparent or young children in your home. For babies and toddlers, it is important to cover electrical outlets and bolt heavy furniture to the walls. If you have senior citizens in your home, install grab bars around the house and eliminate areas where they could slip or trip. There are many more steps to take when childproofing and making homes safe for the elderly, but these steps are a good place to start.
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