Clean Vital Systems in Your Home Now to - TenList

ALEXANDRIA, Va. ? Property cleaning, such as regular maintenance of vital safety systems, can help your home perform its best and alleviate costly headaches down the road.

The pros at TenList compiled some great tips from experts around the country.

According to eHow Home, when cleaning acoustic ceiling tiles? also known as drop ceilings?special care is required due to their porous nature. But this is a definite do-it-yourself project as long as you use a gentle hand.

First of all, don?t use water for your acoustic ceiling cleaning. It may cause the tiles to disintegrate! Even though acoustic ceiling tiles are dust magnets, they are also a popular choice, especially in basements, due to their reasonable price and easy access to ductwork and piping.

When beginning the cleaning, put safety first. Wear protective eyewear and cover furniture so dust and debris from the cleaning doesn?t destroy valuables.

? Gently vacuum tiles to remove dust, being careful not to damage the sensitive coating.

? Grab a ladder and using a soft microfiber cloth, gently run the cloth over the tiles, being careful not to ground dirt into the grooves.

? If tiles are stained, a dry sponge made of rubber rubbed gently over the stains should do the trick.

Hood cleaning is a safety measure all homeowners should schedule for their kitchen, as neglecting it can be a fire hazard. DIY Central focuses?naturally?on do-it-yourself projects and offers the same considerations we here at TenList recommend.
If you have range hood, you?ve probably noticed several features?a blower or fan, a light and one or more filters. The filters are designed to remove grease and grime before it is recirculated in the air or vented outside.
There are two types of range hoods, ones that vent the air outside (these have a filter screen that is typically located in the ductwork) and hoods that recirculate the air into the room (these have one or more grease filters and at least one charcoal filter). If you have the latter, it is important to note that charcoal filters cannot be cleaned and must be replaced. Kits are available at home improvement stores.
To clean a hood grease filter, options include:

? Soak the filter in a degreaser, wash it in soapy warm water and set aside to dry.
? Mix a solution of ammonia and warm water and clean the filter using a mild bristle brush.
? Use oven cleaner. This works well to clean range hood filters but check the label to make sure it is compatible with the aluminum mesh. Some oven cleaners will dissolve the aluminum.

When tackling air conditioning cleaning installation, pulling in a pro is probably the best choice. Cintas, a reputable corporation that provides highly-specialized services to businesses, offers installation of A/C cleaners that will:

? Lower your energy bills with a more efficient system
? Extend the life of your A/C with regular maintenance
? Improve the overall experience of your facility with cleaner air quality
? Remove pollutants from A/C units
? Increased efficiency in heating and cooling units
? Improved indoor air quality
? Health benefits for allergy and asthma sufferers

If you?re set on doing it yourself, Ductworks, Inc. says you can restore air conditioner coils using specialized tools and cleaning agents to remove impacted debris and restore airflow.

? Have the air ducts cleaned prior to the installation of air conditioning.
? Remember to buy good filters, preferably HEPA filters, and change regularly.
? Clean the condenser coils every year.
? Maintain scheduled maintenance with your air conditioning contractor.

These property-cleaning measures provide protection from hazards as well as promote energy efficiency. Though some of these projects can be DIY, a moderate level of skill is required. If the job is more than you?re willing to do on your own, TenList can match you with a local contractor to ensure your project turns out its best.

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