The cold and stagnant air allows viruses to linger longer. Germs multiply faster when the temperature drops.

If you want to stay healthy, you should be more diligent about cleaning and sanitizing. Here are a few tips on how to keep your home and office safe and healthy during winter.

Hire Cleaners

Hire commercial cleaners to keep your home and office germ-free. They have the experience and expertise to perform the task more efficiently, and they also have access to tools and equipment to deliver high-quality results.

You should, of course, still take responsibility for the upkeep of your home. It is important to clean up and properly separate your garbage. It’s best to leave the more difficult and intensive cleaning to professionals.

Clean Ceiling Fans

You may not need ceiling fans in winter, as the air is cold enough. However, idle ceiling fans attract dust. The tops of blades, in particular, can collect a lot of dust within a few days.

Even though the mess may be hidden, it can cause a lot of problems. Dust can cause allergic reactions and even harbor bacteria such as Staphylococcus or Streptococcus.

Use an old pillowcase or another lightweight bag of similar design to cover the blades. Pull it back and sweep the dust into the bag. The particles will not fly off in all directions.

Take your long-handled duster to clean the blades thoroughly.

Always Have Sanitising Wipes on the Hand

If you have to do quick cleanups, sanitizing wipes are your best friend. They can be used for almost anything, including doorknobs and light switches.

Take a few sanitizing wipes with you and clean your phone from time to time. Not only do you use it for hours, but you also bring it with you practically everywhere–sometimes even the bathroom! Your phone is likely to contain thousands of harmful microorganisms.

You can keep your phone germ-free and squeaky with sanitizing wipes. Your phone will also look clean and stylish.

Shoes should be left outside.

To keep your home free of germs and dirt, remove your shoes before entering the house. For convenience, buy a boot scraper to clean the soles. You can also use a doormat with a rough surface for this.

Add a chair or bench near the entrance for comfort. This will allow people to sit down while taking off their shoes. You can also have a shoe rack for wet footwear.

Declutter

By removing clutter from your home, you can also eliminate germ-producing areas. You can either reduce the decorative items or be more careful to keep them clean and tidy. Designate a space to store small but essential items (e.g., remote controls) that are frequently in a mess.

Keep indoor plants clean by keeping their leaves free of dust. This will prevent indoor air pollution. Clean leaves are also good for the plants’ health because they help with photosynthesis.

Paper bills and mail are another source of clutter in the home. Contact your service providers to convert everything digitally. You can often choose only to receive emails from your provider. You’ll reduce clutter and your carbon footprint.

Get an Air Purifier

People tend to stay indoors more when the weather is cold. The air that circulates in a room may be contaminated with more germs. An air purifier can help prevent the spread of diseases or allergies. Choose one that has the best filtration capabilities to ensure cleaner and fresher air in your home.

Stock up on Bleach

Stocking up on bleach is a great idea for the winter. Bleach is a great way to disinfect many things in the home, including bathroom floors and countertops. You can also put it in your garbage bin to disinfect and prevent it from becoming putrid.

To get the best results, follow the instructions for using bleach. Pay attention to the duration and the amount. Don’t mix chemicals to “make them more effective.” If the amount and duration of bleach used in hospitals is sufficient, it will be enough at home or work.