Good housekeeping is basic to healthy living. However, this does not mean we should entrust all home cleaning tasks to our skills. Some jobs are better delegated to professionals: we will tell you which ones and why it is better to have a professional do the cleaning.
Cleaning air ducts
Air ducts can not only generate a lot of dirt but can also be a focus of diseases due to the accumulation of dust, bacteria, etc.
The cleaning of air ducts is a serious matter that should be carried out periodically and left in the hands of professionals to ensure proper disinfection.
Chimney cleaning
In the case of chimney cleaning, two factors come together, which is why it is important to delegate it to a professional:
First, poor cleaning can mean a malfunctioning chimney. Worse still, obstructions and partial cleaning can lead to poor combustion, the generation of gases, or even the accumulation of combustible materials that can cause a fire.
On the other hand, must access a complete inspection of the chimney; in all probability, it is necessary to climb on the roof, manipulate chimney caps, etc. That presents personal risks and is a job for professionals.
The Dangers of Mold Cleanup
The Internet is full of so-called do-it-yourself tips for cleaning up mold buildup. However, this can be a real danger.
On the one hand, many supposedly homemade tricks for cleaning up mold include products that can be potentially hazardous to your health. On the other hand, the concentrations of mold themselves pose a real danger, in some cases quite serious.
It is advisable to delegate this task to professionals capable of assessing the risk levels, cleaning thoroughly, and analyzing why the situation has arisen.
Windows (but not all)
It is true that most windows in one-story homes, or interior windows, are relatively easy for anyone to clean. Still, it isn’t easy when cleaning windows in high-rise dwellings, apartments, multi-story dwellings, etc.
In this case, there is not much to explain: working at height risks people’s physical integrity. They should be entrusted to professional, trained, and properly equipped people.
Who should clean carpets?
That may be somewhat controversial, but it makes sense to think that carpet cleaning should be left to professionals.
Logically we are not referring to daily cleaning or even that weekly cleaning where we vacuum or run our robot. We must think that vacuum cleaners only access the carpets’ superficial areas. These household accessories accumulate allergens, and odors, as time goes by.
From time to time, depending on use, it is advisable to have our carpets thoroughly cleaned by professionals. That will prevent odors but will also enhance the aesthetics of the rug. It will sanitize the home by eliminating allergens and ultimately contribute to the better overall cleanliness of the house.