Floods are the leading natural disaster in the U.S. Moreover, they can wreak havoc on a home or building that lasts long after waters recede (source). From damaged personal items to the growth of mold spores that can impact your …
Germs in Hospitals
You might think of hospitals as sterile safety zones in the battle against germs. In actuality, they’re ground zeroes for the invasion. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), it’s estimated that 1 in 25 hospitalized people in …
How to Eliminate Pet Odors
For many Americans, pets are part of the family. According to the American Pet Products Association’s 2017-2018 APPA National Pet Owners Survey, pets reside in some 84.6 million households. That means nearly 70 percent of American households include one or …
Disadvantages of Alcohol-Based Hand Sanitizers
Hand sanitizers are everywhere. Perhaps you carry a small bottle with you when you’re on the go, or maybe you use the wall-mounted units found in many public places. Hand sanitizers are now available in sprays, wipes, foams, and gels, and …
How to Keep Your Car Clean as an Uber Driver
Cleanliness is a major concern for drivers that provide ride-sharing services through companies like Uber and Lyft, because they’re continually being rated on the quality of their service by passengers. You never know who will hop in your car next, …
Cleaning Your RV
With summer in full swing, many families are making plans to hit the road in their RV. Before you leave it is important to make sure your vehicle is ready for a trip. In addition to checking its mechanics, spend …
How to Avoid Getting Sick While Traveling
It’s finally summertime, the season most families choose to get away from it all. You deserve a memorable vacation free of colds, the flu, and other illnesses. So as you prepare to sit in close proximity to strangers on flights, come into …
Spring Cleaning Tips for Your Home or Business
According to the Washington Post, the idea of spring cleaning started during the 1800s when homes were “lit with whale oil or kerosene and heated with wood or coal” during the winter. Those long months spent indoors left a layer of soot …
How to Remove Odors From Your Semi-Truck
You’re on your way to pick up a big load, then turn right around and pick up another later that day. But as you open you back hatch to begin loading the product, the dispatcher turns you away. Why? A terrible …
Preventing Candida Auris
Modern healthcare providers are facing a dilemma. The medications they have used for years to combat certain bacteria, viruses, and fungi are no longer working, because the species have transformed into superbugs. Although the name might bring to mind a sci-fi creature, the reality is …
