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(36, '10 Quick Fixes to Make Your Home Look Brand New', 'Discover 10 simple and budget-friendly ways to refresh your home’s appearance, from decluttering to small upgrades, to make it look and feel brand new without a major renovation.', '10-quick-fixes-to-make-your-home-look-brand-new', 32, '1755151679_7ae11fc0d0781d477322.png', '<p><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1adg3ll r-1g7jtus r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Transforming your home doesn&rsquo;t always require a full renovation or a big budget. With a few clever tweaks and quick fixes, you can breathe new life into your living space. Here are </span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-b88u0q r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">10 quick fixes to make your home look brand new</span></span></span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">, perfect for anyone looking to refresh their space without breaking the bank.</span></span></span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-adyw6z r-135wba7 r-b88u0q\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: 20px; line-height: 24px; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 1.5em 0px 0.5em; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">1. Declutter and Organize</span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1adg3ll r-1g7jtus r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">A cluttered home can feel chaotic and outdated. Start by decluttering each room&mdash;donate, sell, or toss items you no longer need. Invest in stylish storage solutions like baskets, shelves, or multi-purpose furniture to keep things tidy. A clean, organized space instantly feels fresh and modern.</span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-adyw6z r-135wba7 r-b88u0q\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: 20px; line-height: 24px; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 1.5em 0px 0.5em; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">2. Refresh Your Walls with Paint</span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1adg3ll r-1g7jtus r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">A fresh coat of paint can work wonders. Choose neutral tones like soft grays, whites, or beiges for a timeless look, or add a bold accent wall for personality. Painting is affordable and can be done in a weekend, instantly updating any room.</span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-adyw6z r-135wba7 r-b88u0q\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: 20px; line-height: 24px; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 1.5em 0px 0.5em; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">3. Update Lighting Fixtures</span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1adg3ll r-1g7jtus r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Old, dated light fixtures can drag down your home&rsquo;s aesthetic. Swap them out for modern options like pendant lights, chandeliers, or sleek LED fixtures. Adding dimmable lights can also create a cozy, updated ambiance.</span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-adyw6z r-135wba7 r-b88u0q\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: 20px; line-height: 24px; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 1.5em 0px 0.5em; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">4. Replace or Clean Curtains</span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1adg3ll r-1g7jtus r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Swap out heavy, outdated curtains for light, airy ones to let in more natural light. Alternatively, give existing curtains a deep clean to remove dust and restore their vibrancy. New curtain rods or tiebacks can also elevate the look.</span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-adyw6z r-135wba7 r-b88u0q\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: 20px; line-height: 24px; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 1.5em 0px 0.5em; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">5. Upgrade Hardware</span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1adg3ll r-1g7jtus r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Replace old cabinet knobs, drawer pulls, and door handles with modern designs. Brushed nickel, matte black, or brass finishes can give your kitchen, bathroom, or furniture a contemporary edge for minimal cost.</span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-adyw6z r-135wba7 r-b88u0q\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: 20px; line-height: 24px; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 1.5em 0px 0.5em; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">6. Add Indoor Plants</span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1adg3ll r-1g7jtus r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Greenery brings life to any space. Add low-maintenance plants like succulents, snake plants, or pothos to brighten corners and improve air quality. Stylish planters can double as decor, adding a modern touch.</span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-adyw6z r-135wba7 r-b88u0q\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: 20px; line-height: 24px; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 1.5em 0px 0.5em; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">7. Refresh Your Entryway</span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1adg3ll r-1g7jtus r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Your entryway sets the tone for your home. Add a new doormat, a console table, or a mirror to create a welcoming vibe. A fresh coat of paint on the front door or new house numbers can also boost curb appeal.</span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-adyw6z r-135wba7 r-b88u0q\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: 20px; line-height: 24px; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 1.5em 0px 0.5em; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">8. Deep Clean Carpets and Upholstery</span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1adg3ll r-1g7jtus r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Dirty carpets and furniture can make a home feel dated. Rent a carpet cleaner or hire professionals to refresh your floors. For upholstery, a good steam clean can revive sofas and chairs, making them look nearly new.</span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-adyw6z r-135wba7 r-b88u0q\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: 20px; line-height: 24px; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 1.5em 0px 0.5em; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">9. Rearrange Furniture</span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1adg3ll r-1g7jtus r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Sometimes, a new layout is all you need. Experiment with rearranging furniture to improve flow and maximize space. Try angling a sofa, moving a rug, or creating a cozy reading nook to give the room a fresh perspective.</span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-adyw6z r-135wba7 r-b88u0q\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: 20px; line-height: 24px; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 1.5em 0px 0.5em; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">10. Add Statement Decor</span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1adg3ll r-1g7jtus r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Incorporate a few bold decor pieces, like a vibrant throw pillow, a trendy rug, or a piece of wall art. These small additions can tie a room together and make it feel intentionally designed without a major overhaul.</span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-adyw6z r-135wba7 r-b88u0q\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: 20px; line-height: 24px; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 1.5em 0px 0.5em; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Conclusion</span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1adg3ll r-1g7jtus r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">With these 10 quick fixes, you can transform your home into a space that feels brand new without the cost or hassle of a major renovation. Start small, tackle one or two projects, and watch your home come to life!</span></span></p>', '2025-08-14 11:30:00', '2025-08-14 12:17:52');
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(37, 'How to Prepare Your Home for the Monsoon Season', 'Get your home ready for the monsoon with these practical tips. From waterproofing to pest control, learn how to protect your property and keep it safe and comfortable during the rainy season.', 'how-to-prepare-your-home-for-the-monsoon-season', 32, '1755153969_17132372b42fae43de0a.jpg', '<span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1adg3ll r-1g7jtus r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">The monsoon season brings refreshing rains but can also pose challenges for homeowners. From leaks to dampness and pest invasions, preparing your home in advance is key to avoiding costly repairs and ensuring comfort. Here&rsquo;s </span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-b88u0q r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">how to prepare your home for the monsoon season</span></span></span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"> with practical, actionable steps.</span></span></span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-adyw6z r-135wba7 r-b88u0q\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: 20px; line-height: 24px; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 1.5em 0px 0.5em; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">1. Inspect and Repair Your Roof</span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1adg3ll r-1g7jtus r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Start by checking your roof for cracks, loose tiles, or damaged shingles. Hire a professional to fix any issues and apply a waterproof sealant to prevent leaks. Clear debris from roof surfaces to ensure proper drainage during heavy rains.</span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-adyw6z r-135wba7 r-b88u0q\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: 20px; line-height: 24px; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 1.5em 0px 0.5em; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">2. Clean Gutters and Drains</span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1adg3ll r-1g7jtus r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Clogged gutters and drains can lead to water overflow and damage. Remove leaves, dirt, and debris from gutters, downspouts, and outdoor drains. Consider installing gutter guards to prevent future blockages.</span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-adyw6z r-135wba7 r-b88u0q\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: 20px; line-height: 24px; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 1.5em 0px 0.5em; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">3. Waterproof Exterior Walls</span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1adg3ll r-1g7jtus r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Moisture can seep through exterior walls, causing dampness and mold. Apply a waterproof coating or sealant to external walls, especially in areas prone to heavy rainfall. Check for cracks and seal them with weatherproof caulk.</span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-adyw6z r-135wba7 r-b88u0q\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: 20px; line-height: 24px; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 1.5em 0px 0.5em; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">4. Check Windows and Doors</span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1adg3ll r-1g7jtus r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Inspect windows and doors for gaps or worn-out seals. Replace old weatherstripping and apply silicone caulk around frames to prevent water seepage. Consider installing storm shutters or temporary plastic sheeting for extra protection.</span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-adyw6z r-135wba7 r-b88u0q\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: 20px; line-height: 24px; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 1.5em 0px 0.5em; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">5. Ensure Proper Drainage Around Your Home</span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1adg3ll r-1g7jtus r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Poor drainage can lead to water pooling around your foundation, causing structural damage. Ensure your yard slopes away from the house and clear any blockages in outdoor drainage systems. Add gravel or extend downspouts if needed.</span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-adyw6z r-135wba7 r-b88u0q\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: 20px; line-height: 24px; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 1.5em 0px 0.5em; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">6. Protect Indoor Spaces from Dampness</span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1adg3ll r-1g7jtus r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Use dehumidifiers or moisture absorbers in rooms prone to dampness, like basements or bathrooms. Keep furniture slightly away from walls to improve air circulation, and avoid storing items directly on the floor to prevent mold growth.</span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-adyw6z r-135wba7 r-b88u0q\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: 20px; line-height: 24px; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 1.5em 0px 0.5em; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">7. Pest-Proof Your Home</span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1adg3ll r-1g7jtus r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Monsoons attract pests like mosquitoes, ants, and termites. Seal cracks and gaps around doors, windows, and pipes. Use pest-repellent sprays or hire a professional pest control service to treat your home before the rainy season begins.</span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-adyw6z r-135wba7 r-b88u0q\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: 20px; line-height: 24px; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 1.5em 0px 0.5em; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">8. Check Electrical Systems</span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1adg3ll r-1g7jtus r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Water and electricity don&rsquo;t mix. Have an electrician inspect your wiring, switches, and outlets for safety. Ensure outdoor electrical fixtures are waterproof, and consider installing a surge protector to safeguard against power fluctuations.</span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-adyw6z r-135wba7 r-b88u0q\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: 20px; line-height: 24px; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 1.5em 0px 0.5em; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">9. Maintain Plumbing Systems</span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1adg3ll r-1g7jtus r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Leaking pipes can worsen during the monsoon. Inspect your plumbing for leaks or weak joints and fix them promptly. Clear indoor drains, like those in bathrooms and kitchens, to prevent water backups.</span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-adyw6z r-135wba7 r-b88u0q\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: 20px; line-height: 24px; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 1.5em 0px 0.5em; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">10. Prepare an Emergency Kit</span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1adg3ll r-1g7jtus r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Heavy rains can lead to power outages or flooding. Stock an emergency kit with essentials like flashlights, batteries, a first-aid kit, non-perishable food, and bottled water. Keep important documents in a waterproof container.</span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-adyw6z r-135wba7 r-b88u0q\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: 20px; line-height: 24px; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 1.5em 0px 0.5em; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Conclusion</span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1adg3ll r-1g7jtus r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">By taking these proactive steps, you can safeguard your home from monsoon-related damage and enjoy the rainy season worry-free. Start preparing early to ensure your home stays dry, safe, and comfortable throughout the season.</span></span>', '2025-08-14 12:16:09', '2025-08-14 12:16:09');
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(38, 'Budget-Friendly Ways to Upgrade Your Living Space', 'Transform your living space without breaking the bank! Explore these 10 budget-friendly tips to refresh your home, from DIY decor to clever organization hacks, for a stylish and inviting atmosphere.', 'budget-friendly-ways-to-upgrade-your-living-space', 32, '1755154863_b5eeef98765c7974106b.png', '<p><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1adg3ll r-1g7jtus r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Upgrading your living space doesn&rsquo;t have to cost a fortune. With a bit of creativity and resourcefulness, you can achieve a stylish, refreshed home on a budget. Here are </span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-b88u0q r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">10 budget-friendly ways to upgrade your living space</span></span></span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"> that will make your home feel vibrant and welcoming without draining your wallet.</span></span></span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-adyw6z r-135wba7 r-b88u0q\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: 20px; line-height: 24px; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 1.5em 0px 0.5em; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">1. Rearrange Furniture for a Fresh Layout</span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1adg3ll r-1g7jtus r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Sometimes, all it takes is a new furniture arrangement to transform a room. Experiment with different layouts to maximize space and improve flow. Try angling furniture or creating cozy conversation areas for a fresh vibe at no cost.</span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-adyw6z r-135wba7 r-b88u0q\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: 20px; line-height: 24px; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 1.5em 0px 0.5em; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">2. Add Peel-and-Stick Wallpaper</span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1adg3ll r-1g7jtus r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Peel-and-stick wallpaper is an affordable way to add personality to your walls. Use it for an accent wall, to line shelves, or to refresh furniture like dressers. It&rsquo;s renter-friendly and easy to remove, making it perfect for temporary upgrades.</span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-adyw6z r-135wba7 r-b88u0q\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: 20px; line-height: 24px; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 1.5em 0px 0.5em; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">3. Shop Secondhand for Unique Finds</span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1adg3ll r-1g7jtus r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Thrift stores, flea markets, and online marketplaces like Craigslist or Facebook Marketplace are treasure troves for affordable decor. Look for gently used furniture, artwork, or accessories to add character to your space.</span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-adyw6z r-135wba7 r-b88u0q\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: 20px; line-height: 24px; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 1.5em 0px 0.5em; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">4. DIY Wall Art</span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1adg3ll r-1g7jtus r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Create your own art to personalize your living space. Use canvas, paint, or even framed fabric scraps for a custom look. Online tutorials can guide you through simple projects like abstract paintings or photo collages that cost next to nothing.</span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-adyw6z r-135wba7 r-b88u0q\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: 20px; line-height: 24px; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 1.5em 0px 0.5em; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">5. Update Throw Pillows and Blankets</span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1adg3ll r-1g7jtus r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Swap out old throw pillows and blankets for new ones in trendy colors or patterns. Affordable options are available at stores like Target, IKEA, or Amazon. Sewing your own pillow covers from budget-friendly fabric is another great DIY option.</span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-adyw6z r-135wba7 r-b88u0q\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: 20px; line-height: 24px; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 1.5em 0px 0.5em; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">6. Incorporate Indoor Plants</span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1adg3ll r-1g7jtus r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Greenery adds life to any space. Opt for low-maintenance plants like pothos, succulents, or snake plants, which are affordable and easy to care for. Repurpose old containers as planters for a quirky, budget-friendly touch.</span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-adyw6z r-135wba7 r-b88u0q\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: 20px; line-height: 24px; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 1.5em 0px 0.5em; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">7. Refresh Lighting with Affordable Options</span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1adg3ll r-1g7jtus r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Upgrade outdated lighting with budget-friendly lamps or string lights from discount stores. Swap old lampshades for modern ones or add dimmable LED bulbs to create a warm, inviting ambiance without spending much.</span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-adyw6z r-135wba7 r-b88u0q\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: 20px; line-height: 24px; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 1.5em 0px 0.5em; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">8. Declutter and Organize Smartly</span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1adg3ll r-1g7jtus r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">A clutter-free space feels instantly upgraded. Sort through belongings, donate unused items, and invest in affordable storage solutions like baskets or over-the-door organizers. A tidy room looks more spacious and modern.</span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-adyw6z r-135wba7 r-b88u0q\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: 20px; line-height: 24px; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 1.5em 0px 0.5em; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">9. Paint an Accent Wall</span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1adg3ll r-1g7jtus r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">A single can of paint can dramatically change a room. Choose a bold or trendy color for an accent wall to add depth and style. Painting is one of the most cost-effective ways to refresh your living space.</span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-adyw6z r-135wba7 r-b88u0q\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: 20px; line-height: 24px; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 1.5em 0px 0.5em; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">10. Upcycle Old Furniture</span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1adg3ll r-1g7jtus r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Give old furniture a new life with paint, new hardware, or decoupage. Sand and stain a worn table, or repaint a dated chair to match your decor. Upcycling is eco-friendly and saves money while adding unique flair.</span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-adyw6z r-135wba7 r-b88u0q\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: 20px; line-height: 24px; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 1.5em 0px 0.5em; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Conclusion</span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1adg3ll r-1g7jtus r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">With these budget-friendly ideas, you can upgrade your living space without overspending. Start with one or two projects and watch your home transform into a stylish, inviting haven. Small changes can make a big impact when done thoughtfully!</span></span></p>', '2025-08-14 12:27:12', '2025-08-14 13:23:37');
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(39, 'Your Summer Home Maintenance Checklist  ', 'Get your home ready for summer with this essential maintenance checklist. From HVAC servicing to outdoor upkeep, these 10 tasks will keep your home in top shape during the warm months.  ', 'your-summer-home-maintenance-checklist', 32, '1755155360_2fabe5d2ee733426ba85.png', '<span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1adg3ll r-1g7jtus r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Summer brings sunshine and warm weather, but it also puts unique demands on your home. Preparing your property with proper maintenance can prevent costly repairs and keep your space comfortable. Here&rsquo;s </span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-b88u0q r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">your summer home maintenance checklist</span></span></span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"> with 10 practical tasks to ensure your home thrives during the season.</span></span></span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-adyw6z r-135wba7 r-b88u0q\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: 20px; line-height: 24px; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 1.5em 0px 0.5em; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">1. Service Your HVAC System</span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1adg3ll r-1g7jtus r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Summer heat can strain your air conditioning. Schedule a professional HVAC inspection to clean filters, check coolant levels, and ensure efficient operation. Replace air filters every 1&ndash;3 months for optimal airflow and energy savings.</span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-adyw6z r-135wba7 r-b88u0q\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: 20px; line-height: 24px; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 1.5em 0px 0.5em; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">2. Clean and Inspect Gutters</span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1adg3ll r-1g7jtus r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Spring rains and debris can clog gutters, leading to water damage. Clear leaves, twigs, and dirt from gutters and downspouts. Check for leaks or loose sections and repair them to ensure proper drainage.</span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-adyw6z r-135wba7 r-b88u0q\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: 20px; line-height: 24px; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 1.5em 0px 0.5em; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">3. Check Windows and Doors for Air Leaks</span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1adg3ll r-1g7jtus r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Warm air can sneak in through gaps, making your AC work harder. Inspect window and door seals, and replace worn weatherstripping. Caulk any cracks around frames to improve energy efficiency and keep your home cool.</span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-adyw6z r-135wba7 r-b88u0q\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: 20px; line-height: 24px; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 1.5em 0px 0.5em; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">4. Maintain Your Outdoor Space</span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1adg3ll r-1g7jtus r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Mow the lawn regularly and trim overgrown shrubs or trees to enhance curb appeal. Check for weeds and refresh mulch in garden beds. Inspect fences or decks for damage and apply sealant to protect against sun and heat.</span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-adyw6z r-135wba7 r-b88u0q\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: 20px; line-height: 24px; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 1.5em 0px 0.5em; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">5. Inspect and Clean Outdoor Furniture</span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1adg3ll r-1g7jtus r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Summer is perfect for outdoor living. Clean patio furniture with mild soap and water, and check for wear or rust. Apply protective coatings to wooden or metal pieces to extend their lifespan in the heat.</span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-adyw6z r-135wba7 r-b88u0q\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: 20px; line-height: 24px; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 1.5em 0px 0.5em; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">6. Test Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detectors</span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1adg3ll r-1g7jtus r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Summer is a great time to ensure safety devices are working. Test smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, replace batteries if needed, and swap out old units (typically every 7&ndash;10 years) for peace of mind.</span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-adyw6z r-135wba7 r-b88u0q\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: 20px; line-height: 24px; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 1.5em 0px 0.5em; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">7. Clean and Store Winter Items</span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1adg3ll r-1g7jtus r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Store winter gear like blankets, heaters, and heavy coats to free up space. Clean these items before storing to prevent mold or pests. Use airtight containers and keep them in a dry, cool area.</span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-adyw6z r-135wba7 r-b88u0q\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: 20px; line-height: 24px; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 1.5em 0px 0.5em; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">8. Inspect Plumbing for Leaks</span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1adg3ll r-1g7jtus r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Check indoor and outdoor pipes, faucets, and hoses for leaks or corrosion. Summer&rsquo;s heat can exacerbate small issues, so fix leaks promptly to avoid water waste or damage. Test sprinkler systems for proper function.</span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-adyw6z r-135wba7 r-b88u0q\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: 20px; line-height: 24px; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 1.5em 0px 0.5em; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">9. Refresh Exterior Paint or Siding</span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1adg3ll r-1g7jtus r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Sun exposure can fade or damage exterior surfaces. Touch up chipped paint or power-wash siding to restore your home&rsquo;s appearance. Consider applying UV-resistant paint for longer-lasting protection.</span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-adyw6z r-135wba7 r-b88u0q\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: 20px; line-height: 24px; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 1.5em 0px 0.5em; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">10. Prepare for Summer Storms</span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1adg3ll r-1g7jtus r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Summer can bring sudden storms in some regions. Trim weak tree branches that could fall, secure outdoor items like umbrellas, and stock an emergency kit with flashlights, batteries, and first-aid supplies.</span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-adyw6z r-135wba7 r-b88u0q\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: 20px; line-height: 24px; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 1.5em 0px 0.5em; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Conclusion</span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1adg3ll r-1g7jtus r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">By tackling these 10 summer home maintenance tasks, you&rsquo;ll keep your home in top condition, save on energy costs, and enjoy the season worry-free. Start early and spread tasks over a few weekends for a stress-free summer!</span></span>', '2025-08-14 12:39:20', '2025-08-14 12:39:20');
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(40, 'Top 5 Germ Hotspots in Your Home and How to Clean Them Effectively', 'Uncover the top 5 germ hotspots in your home that harbor harmful bacteria and viruses. Learn expert cleaning tips and preventive measures to keep these areas sanitary, ensuring a healthier living environment for you and your family.  ', 'top-5-germ-hotspots-in-your-home-and-how-to-clean-them-effectively', 34, '1755156882_7e49351fc8ef9f141dcf.png', '<p><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1adg3ll r-1g7jtus r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Your home is your sanctuary, but it can also be a breeding ground for germs if not properly maintained. Harmful bacteria, viruses, and allergens often lurk in unexpected places, posing risks to your health. By identifying and regularly cleaning these germ hotspots, you can create a safer, healthier living space. In this comprehensive guide, we explore the </span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-b88u0q r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">top 5 germ hotspots in your home</span></span></span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">, why they&rsquo;re problematic, and how to clean and disinfect them effectively to protect your household.</span></span></span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-adyw6z r-135wba7 r-b88u0q\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: 20px; line-height: 24px; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 1.5em 0px 0.5em; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">1. Kitchen Sink and Sponge</span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1adg3ll r-1x3r274 r-p1pxzi\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-b88u0q r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Why It&rsquo;s a Hotspot:</span></span></span></span><br /><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">The kitchen sink is often the dirtiest place in the home, harboring bacteria like </span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274 r-36ujnk\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: italic; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">E. coli</span></span></span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"> and </span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274 r-36ujnk\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: italic; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Salmonella</span></span></span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"> from raw food residues, dirty dishes, and even rinsed produce. Sponges, which stay damp and trap food particles, can host millions of bacteria per square inch, spreading germs to surfaces during cleaning.</span></span></span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1adg3ll r-1g7jtus r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-b88u0q r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">How to Clean It:</span></span></span></span></span></span></p>\r\n<ul dir=\"ltr\" style=\"padding-inline-start: 2em; margin-block: 0px 1.25em;\">\r\n<li style=\"margin-top: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-b88u0q r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Daily Maintenance:</span></span></span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"> Rinse the sink after each use and scrub it with dish soap and a clean sponge. Avoid letting food scraps sit in the drain.</span></span></span></li>\r\n<li style=\"margin-top: 0.5em;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-b88u0q r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Deep Clean:</span></span></span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"> Weekly, disinfect the sink with a solution of one tablespoon of unscented bleach mixed with a gallon of water, or use a natural alternative like white vinegar. Let it sit for a minute before rinsing.</span></span></span></li>\r\n<li style=\"margin-top: 0.5em;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-b88u0q r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Sponge Care:</span></span></span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"> Microwave a damp sponge for 1&ndash;2 minutes (ensure it&rsquo;s free of metal) or run it through the dishwasher&rsquo;s sanitizing cycle. Replace sponges every 1&ndash;2 weeks.</span></span></span></li>\r\n<li style=\"margin-top: 0.5em;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-b88u0q r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Preventive Tip:</span></span></span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"> Use separate sponges for dishes and countertops to avoid cross-contamination, and consider switching to microfiber cloths, which are easier to clean and dry faster.</span></span></span></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<p><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1adg3ll r-1g7jtus r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-b88u0q r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Insight:</span></span></span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"> Studies show kitchen sinks can contain more bacteria than a toilet seat if not cleaned regularly. Keeping a consistent cleaning routine and replacing sponges frequently can significantly reduce health risks.</span></span></span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-adyw6z r-135wba7 r-b88u0q\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: 20px; line-height: 24px; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 1.5em 0px 0.5em; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">2. Bathroom Faucets and Handles</span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1adg3ll r-1g7jtus r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-b88u0q r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Why It&rsquo;s a Hotspot:</span></span></span></span><br /><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Bathroom faucets and handles are touched multiple times daily, often with unwashed hands, making them prime spots for germs like </span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274 r-36ujnk\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: italic; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Staphylococcus</span></span></span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"> and </span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274 r-36ujnk\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: italic; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Pseudomonas</span></span></span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">. Toothbrush holders near faucets can also harbor bacteria from water splashes or improper storage.</span></span></span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1adg3ll r-1g7jtus r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-b88u0q r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">How to Clean It:</span></span></span></span></span></span></p>\r\n<ul dir=\"ltr\" style=\"padding-inline-start: 2em; margin-block: 0px 1.25em;\">\r\n<li style=\"margin-top: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-b88u0q r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Daily Wipe-Down:</span></span></span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"> Use disinfectant wipes or a cloth sprayed with a multi-surface cleaner to wipe faucets and handles after morning and evening routines.</span></span></span></li>\r\n<li style=\"margin-top: 0.5em;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-b88u0q r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Weekly Deep Clean:</span></span></span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"> Soak a cloth in white vinegar or a hydrogen peroxide solution (3%) to clean faucet crevices and handles. For toothbrush holders, wash them in hot, soapy water or run them through the dishwasher weekly.</span></span></span></li>\r\n<li style=\"margin-top: 0.5em;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-b88u0q r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Preventive Tip:</span></span></span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"> Encourage handwashing before touching faucets post-bathroom use, and consider installing touchless faucets to minimize contact. Store toothbrushes in a dry, upright holder away from the sink.</span></span></span></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<p><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1adg3ll r-1g7jtus r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-b88u0q r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Insight:</span></span></span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"> A 2023 study found that bathroom faucets can harbor biofilm&mdash;a slimy layer of bacteria that resists standard cleaning. Regular disinfection and drying surfaces can prevent biofilm buildup, keeping your bathroom safer.</span></span></span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-adyw6z r-135wba7 r-b88u0q\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: 20px; line-height: 24px; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 1.5em 0px 0.5em; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">3. Doorknobs and Light Switches</span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1adg3ll r-1x3r274 r-p1pxzi\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-b88u0q r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Why It&rsquo;s a Hotspot:</span></span></span></span><br /><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Doorknobs and light switches are high-touch surfaces that collect germs from everyone in the household, including </span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274 r-36ujnk\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: italic; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Streptococcus</span></span></span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"> and cold-causing viruses like rhinovirus. These areas are often overlooked during cleaning, allowing germs to persist for days.</span></span></span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1adg3ll r-1g7jtus r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-b88u0q r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">How to Clean It:</span></span></span></span></span></span></p>\r\n<ul dir=\"ltr\" style=\"padding-inline-start: 2em; margin-block: 0px 1.25em;\">\r\n<li style=\"margin-top: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-b88u0q r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Daily Maintenance:</span></span></span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"> Wipe doorknobs and switches with disinfectant wipes or a cloth sprayed with an alcohol-based cleaner (at least 70% alcohol). Focus on frequently used areas like front doors, bathroom doors, and kitchen switches.</span></span></span></li>\r\n<li style=\"margin-top: 0.5em;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-b88u0q r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Weekly Deep Clean:</span></span></span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"> Use a microfiber cloth with a diluted bleach solution or a natural disinfectant like tea tree oil diluted in water to thoroughly clean these surfaces. Pay attention to crevices where dirt accumulates.</span></span></span></li>\r\n<li style=\"margin-top: 0.5em;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-b88u0q r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Preventive Tip:</span></span></span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"> Encourage family members to wash hands upon entering the home to reduce germ transfer. Consider applying antimicrobial coatings to doorknobs for added protection.</span></span></span></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<p><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1adg3ll r-1g7jtus r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-b88u0q r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Insight:</span></span></span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"> Research indicates that viruses like influenza can survive on hard surfaces for up to 48 hours. Daily disinfection of high-touch areas can cut down on illness transmission, especially during flu season.</span></span></span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-adyw6z r-135wba7 r-b88u0q\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: 20px; line-height: 24px; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 1.5em 0px 0.5em; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">4. Remote Controls and Electronics</span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1adg3ll r-1x3r274 r-p1pxzi\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-b88u0q r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Why It&rsquo;s a Hotspot:</span></span></span></span><br /><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Remote controls, keyboards, and touchscreens are handled frequently, often while snacking or after touching other surfaces, making them magnets for germs like </span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274 r-36ujnk\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: italic; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Staphylococcus aureus</span></span></span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"> and fungi. Their textured surfaces and crevices trap dirt, making cleaning tricky.</span></span></span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1adg3ll r-1g7jtus r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-b88u0q r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">How to Clean It:</span></span></span></span></span></span></p>\r\n<ul dir=\"ltr\" style=\"padding-inline-start: 2em; margin-block: 0px 1.25em;\">\r\n<li style=\"margin-top: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-b88u0q r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Daily Maintenance:</span></span></span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"> Wipe remotes and electronics with alcohol wipes (safe for electronics) or a cloth lightly dampened with 70% isopropyl alcohol. Avoid excessive moisture to prevent damage.</span></span></span></li>\r\n<li style=\"margin-top: 0.5em;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-b88u0q r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Weekly Deep Clean:</span></span></span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"> Use a cotton swab dipped in alcohol to clean between buttons or keys. For keyboards, shake out debris and use compressed air before wiping down.</span></span></span></li>\r\n<li style=\"margin-top: 0.5em;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-b88u0q r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Preventive Tip:</span></span></span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"> Wash hands before using electronics, and avoid eating while handling remotes. Use washable covers for remotes or protective films for touchscreens to reduce germ buildup.</span></span></span></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<p><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1adg3ll r-1g7jtus r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-b88u0q r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Insight:</span></span></span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"> A 2024 study found that TV remotes in households can carry up to 10 times more bacteria than commonly cleaned surfaces. Regular cleaning of electronics is crucial, especially in shared spaces.</span></span></span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-adyw6z r-135wba7 r-b88u0q\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: 20px; line-height: 24px; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 1.5em 0px 0.5em; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">5. Carpets and Rugs</span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1adg3ll r-1x3r274 r-p1pxzi\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-b88u0q r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Why It&rsquo;s a Hotspot:</span></span></span></span><br /><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Carpets and rugs trap dust, pet dander, mold spores, and bacteria brought in from shoes or pets. High-traffic areas like living rooms and entryways can harbor allergens and pathogens, contributing to respiratory issues or infections.</span></span></span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1adg3ll r-1g7jtus r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-b88u0q r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">How to Clean It:</span></span></span></span></span></span></p>\r\n<ul dir=\"ltr\" style=\"padding-inline-start: 2em; margin-block: 0px 1.25em;\">\r\n<li style=\"margin-top: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-b88u0q r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Daily Maintenance:</span></span></span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"> Vacuum high-traffic areas with a HEPA-filter vacuum to remove dust and debris. Spot-clean spills immediately with a mild detergent and water to prevent bacterial growth.</span></span></span></li>\r\n<li style=\"margin-top: 0.5em;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-b88u0q r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Monthly Deep Clean:</span></span></span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"> Rent a steam cleaner or hire professionals to deep-clean carpets and rugs. For smaller rugs, wash them in a machine (if the label permits) or hand-wash with a gentle cleaner.</span></span></span></li>\r\n<li style=\"margin-top: 0.5em;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-b88u0q r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Preventive Tip:</span></span></span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"> Enforce a no-shoes policy indoors to reduce dirt and germ tracking. Place doormats at entrances and shake them out weekly. Use washable rugs in high-traffic areas for easier maintenance.</span></span></span></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<p><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1adg3ll r-1g7jtus r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-b88u0q r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Insight:</span></span></span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"> Carpets can hold up to 200,000 bacteria per square inch, according to environmental health studies. Regular vacuuming and periodic deep cleaning are essential for reducing allergens and maintaining indoor air quality.</span></span></span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-adyw6z r-135wba7 r-b88u0q\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: 20px; line-height: 24px; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 1.5em 0px 0.5em; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Additional Tips for a Germ-Free Home</span></span></p>\r\n<ul dir=\"ltr\" style=\"padding-inline-start: 2em; margin-block: 0px 1.25em;\">\r\n<li style=\"margin-top: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-b88u0q r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Ventilation:</span></span></span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"> Open windows regularly to improve air circulation and reduce indoor humidity, which discourages mold and bacterial growth.</span></span></span></li>\r\n<li style=\"margin-top: 0.5em;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-b88u0q r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Hand Hygiene:</span></span></span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"> Promote frequent handwashing among household members to minimize germ spread to high-touch surfaces.</span></span></span></li>\r\n<li style=\"margin-top: 0.5em;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-b88u0q r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Natural Cleaners:</span></span></span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"> For eco-conscious cleaning, use vinegar, baking soda, or essential oils like tea tree or lavender, which have antimicrobial properties. Always test on small areas first.</span></span></span></li>\r\n<li style=\"margin-top: 0.5em;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-b88u0q r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Routine Schedule:</span></span></span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"> Create a weekly cleaning schedule to ensure these hotspots are consistently addressed, reducing the risk of germ buildup over time.</span></span></span></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<p><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-adyw6z r-135wba7 r-b88u0q\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: 20px; line-height: 24px; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 1.5em 0px 0.5em; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Conclusion</span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1adg3ll r-1x3r274 r-p1pxzi\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Germs are an inevitable part of any home, but by focusing on these five hotspots&mdash;kitchen sinks, bathroom faucets, doorknobs, electronics, and carpets&mdash;you can significantly reduce health risks. With regular cleaning, proper disinfection, and preventive habits, your home can be a cleaner, safer sanctuary. Start incorporating these tips into your routine today, and enjoy a healthier living environment all year round!</span></span></p>', '2025-08-14 13:04:42', '2025-08-14 13:23:44');
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(41, 'Why Pest Prevention is Better Than Pest Removal', 'Discover why preventing pests is smarter than dealing with infestations. This in-depth guide explores the benefits of proactive pest control, practical prevention strategies, and why it saves time, money, and stress compared to removal.  ', 'why-pest-prevention-is-better-than-pest-removal', 34, '1755157925_fc4f1b80630ed65aeedb.png', '<span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1adg3ll r-1g7jtus r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Pests like ants, rodents, termites, and cockroaches can turn your home into a battleground, threatening your health, property, and peace of mind. While pest removal is often necessary once an infestation takes hold, preventing pests from entering your home in the first place is far more effective. In this detailed guide, we&rsquo;ll explore </span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-b88u0q r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">why pest prevention is better than pest removal</span></span></span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">, diving into the cost, health, and environmental benefits, along with practical strategies to keep your home pest-free. By adopting proactive measures, you can save time, money, and stress while maintaining a healthier living environment.</span></span></span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-adyw6z r-135wba7 r-b88u0q\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: 20px; line-height: 24px; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 1.5em 0px 0.5em; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">1. Cost Savings: Prevention is Cheaper Than Cure</span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1adg3ll r-1g7jtus r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-b88u0q r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Why It Matters:</span></span></span></span><br /><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Pest infestations can lead to costly repairs and professional extermination services. For example, termite damage costs homeowners billions annually, with average repair bills ranging from $3,000 to $8,000, according to the National Pest Management Association (NPMA). In contrast, prevention methods are often inexpensive and can be done with minimal investment.</span></span></span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1adg3ll r-1g7jtus r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-b88u0q r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Prevention Strategies:</span></span></span></span></span></span>\r\n<ul dir=\"ltr\" style=\"padding-inline-start: 2em; margin-block: 0px 1.25em;\">\r\n<li style=\"margin-top: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-b88u0q r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Seal Entry Points:</span></span></span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"> Inspect your home for cracks, gaps, or holes in walls, windows, doors, and foundations. Use caulk or weatherstripping to seal these areas, costing less than $20 for materials.</span></span></span></li>\r\n<li style=\"margin-top: 0.5em;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-b88u0q r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Maintain Landscaping:</span></span></span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"> Keep shrubs and trees trimmed away from your home to eliminate pest pathways. Mulch should be kept at least 12 inches from the foundation to deter termites.</span></span></span></li>\r\n<li style=\"margin-top: 0.5em;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-b88u0q r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Invest in Preventative Products:</span></span></span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"> Use affordable solutions like bait traps or natural repellents (e.g., peppermint oil for spiders) to deter pests before they become a problem.</span></span></span></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1adg3ll r-1g7jtus r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-b88u0q r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Insight:</span></span></span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"> A 2024 study by the NPMA found that homeowners who implemented preventative measures spent 70% less on pest-related issues compared to those who only addressed infestations after they occurred. Proactive steps like sealing entry points can prevent costly structural damage and repeated exterminator visits.</span></span></span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-adyw6z r-135wba7 r-b88u0q\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: 20px; line-height: 24px; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 1.5em 0px 0.5em; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">2. Health Benefits: Reducing Risks Before They Start</span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1adg3ll r-1g7jtus r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-b88u0q r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Why It Matters:</span></span></span></span><br /><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Pests carry diseases and allergens that can harm your family&rsquo;s health. Rodents can spread </span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274 r-36ujnk\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: italic; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Hantavirus</span></span></span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"> and </span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274 r-36ujnk\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: italic; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Salmonella</span></span></span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">, while cockroaches trigger asthma and allergies in up to 60% of sensitive individuals, per the World Health Organization. Pest removal often involves reactive measures like chemical pesticides, which can pose health risks if not handled properly. Prevention minimizes these dangers by keeping pests out entirely.</span></span></span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1adg3ll r-1g7jtus r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-b88u0q r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Prevention Strategies:</span></span></span></span></span></span>\r\n<ul dir=\"ltr\" style=\"padding-inline-start: 2em; margin-block: 0px 1.25em;\">\r\n<li style=\"margin-top: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-b88u0q r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Sanitize Food Areas:</span></span></span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"> Store food in airtight containers and clean up crumbs and spills immediately. Regularly empty trash cans and use bins with tight-fitting lids.</span></span></span></li>\r\n<li style=\"margin-top: 0.5em;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-b88u0q r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Control Moisture:</span></span></span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"> Fix leaky pipes and use dehumidifiers in damp areas like basements to deter pests like silverfish and mold-loving insects.</span></span></span></li>\r\n<li style=\"margin-top: 0.5em;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-b88u0q r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Regular Cleaning:</span></span></span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"> Vacuum and dust frequently to remove food particles and pest attractants. Pay special attention to hidden areas like under appliances or furniture.</span></span></span></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1adg3ll r-1g7jtus r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-b88u0q r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Insight:</span></span></span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"> Preventive cleaning and moisture control not only reduce pest risks but also improve indoor air quality. For instance, eliminating standing water can prevent mosquito breeding, reducing the risk of diseases like West Nile virus, which is a growing concern in warmer climates.</span></span></span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-adyw6z r-135wba7 r-b88u0q\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: 20px; line-height: 24px; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 1.5em 0px 0.5em; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">3. Environmental Impact: Eco-Friendly Prevention Over Harsh Chemicals</span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1adg3ll r-1g7jtus r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-b88u0q r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Why It Matters:</span></span></span></span><br /><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Pest removal often relies on chemical pesticides that can harm the environment, pets, and non-target species like pollinators. Prevention focuses on eco-friendly methods that reduce the need for toxic treatments, aligning with sustainable living practices.</span></span></span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1adg3ll r-1g7jtus r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-b88u0q r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Prevention Strategies:</span></span></span></span></span></span>\r\n<ul dir=\"ltr\" style=\"padding-inline-start: 2em; margin-block: 0px 1.25em;\">\r\n<li style=\"margin-top: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-b88u0q r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Use Natural Repellents:</span></span></span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"> Essential oils like cedarwood, eucalyptus, or lavender can deter pests naturally. For example, cedar blocks in closets repel moths without harmful chemicals.</span></span></span></li>\r\n<li style=\"margin-top: 0.5em;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-b88u0q r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Encourage Natural Predators:</span></span></span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"> Install birdhouses or bat boxes in your yard to attract natural pest controllers like birds or bats, which feed on insects.</span></span></span></li>\r\n<li style=\"margin-top: 0.5em;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-b88u0q r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Maintain a Clean Yard:</span></span></span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"> Remove debris, leaf piles, and standing water to eliminate pest habitats. Compost bins should be sealed and placed away from the home.</span></span></span></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1adg3ll r-1g7jtus r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-b88u0q r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Insight:</span></span></span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"> A 2023 environmental report highlighted that overuse of pesticides contributes to soil and water contamination, affecting local ecosystems. By prioritizing prevention, you reduce chemical reliance, benefiting both your home and the planet.</span></span></span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-adyw6z r-135wba7 r-b88u0q\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: 20px; line-height: 24px; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 1.5em 0px 0.5em; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">4. Time and Stress: Avoiding the Hassle of Infestations</span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1adg3ll r-1x3r274 r-p1pxzi\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-b88u0q r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Why It Matters:</span></span></span></span><br /><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Dealing with a pest infestation is time-consuming and stressful, requiring you to coordinate with exterminators, vacate your home during treatments, or repair damage. Prevention integrates seamlessly into routine home maintenance, saving you from the chaos of reactive pest control.</span></span></span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1adg3ll r-1g7jtus r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-b88u0q r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Prevention Strategies:</span></span></span></span></span></span>\r\n<ul dir=\"ltr\" style=\"padding-inline-start: 2em; margin-block: 0px 1.25em;\">\r\n<li style=\"margin-top: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-b88u0q r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Regular Inspections:</span></span></span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"> Check your home monthly for signs of pest activity, such as droppings, chew marks, or nests. Early detection allows for quick action before an infestation grows.</span></span></span></li>\r\n<li style=\"margin-top: 0.5em;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-b88u0q r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Secure Outdoor Areas:</span></span></span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"> Ensure firewood is stored at least 20 feet from your home and elevated off the ground to deter rodents and termites.</span></span></span></li>\r\n<li style=\"margin-top: 0.5em;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-b88u0q r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Educate Your Household:</span></span></span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"> Teach family members to avoid leaving food out and to report any pest sightings immediately to catch issues early.</span></span></span></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1adg3ll r-1g7jtus r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-b88u0q r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Insight:</span></span></span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"> Homeowners surveyed in 2025 reported that pest infestations caused significant emotional stress, with 65% describing the experience as &ldquo;overwhelming.&rdquo; Simple habits like regular inspections can prevent this disruption, keeping your home a peaceful retreat.</span></span></span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-adyw6z r-135wba7 r-b88u0q\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: 20px; line-height: 24px; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 1.5em 0px 0.5em; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">5. Long-Term Protection: Building a Pest-Resistant Home</span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1adg3ll r-1g7jtus r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-b88u0q r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Why It Matters:</span></span></span></span><br /><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Pest removal often provides a temporary fix, as pests can return if underlying vulnerabilities remain. Prevention creates a long-term, pest-resistant environment by addressing root causes, ensuring your home stays protected year-round.</span></span></span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1adg3ll r-1g7jtus r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-b88u0q r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Prevention Strategies:</span></span></span></span></span></span>\r\n<ul dir=\"ltr\" style=\"padding-inline-start: 2em; margin-block: 0px 1.25em;\">\r\n<li style=\"margin-top: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-b88u0q r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Upgrade Home Features:</span></span></span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"> Install door sweeps, window screens, and chimney caps to block pest entry. These upgrades are affordable and durable, often costing under $50.</span></span></span></li>\r\n<li style=\"margin-top: 0.5em;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-b88u0q r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Seasonal Maintenance:</span></span></span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"> Before rainy seasons or warm months, recheck seals and clear drains to prevent water-loving pests like mosquitoes or cockroaches.</span></span></span></li>\r\n<li style=\"margin-top: 0.5em;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-b88u0q r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Professional Assessments:</span></span></span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"> Schedule annual pest inspections with a professional to identify vulnerabilities you might miss, such as hidden termite entry points.</span></span></span></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1adg3ll r-1g7jtus r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-b88u0q r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Insight:</span></span></span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\"> Data from pest control experts shows that homes with consistent prevention measures experience 80% fewer infestations over five years compared to those relying solely on removal. Investing in long-term solutions like door sweeps can pay off for decades.</span></span></span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-adyw6z r-135wba7 r-b88u0q\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: 20px; line-height: 24px; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 1.5em 0px 0.5em; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Why Prevention Wins Over Removal</span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1adg3ll r-1g7jtus r-1x3r274\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">While pest removal is sometimes unavoidable, it&rsquo;s a reactive approach that often comes with higher costs, health risks, and environmental concerns. Prevention, on the other hand, empowers you to take control of your home&rsquo;s safety proactively. By incorporating simple habits and affordable upgrades, you can avoid the financial and emotional toll of infestations.</span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-adyw6z r-135wba7 r-b88u0q\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: bold; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: 20px; line-height: 24px; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 1.5em 0px 0.5em; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Conclusion</span></span><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3 r-1adg3ll r-1x3r274 r-p1pxzi\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: block; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px; direction: ltr;\"><span class=\"css-1jxf684 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-poiln3\" style=\"border: 0px solid black; box-sizing: border-box; display: inline; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: inherit; line-height: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; list-style: none; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; position: relative; text-align: inherit; white-space: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word; min-width: 0px;\">Pest prevention is not just a strategy&mdash;it&rsquo;s a mindset that prioritizes your home&rsquo;s health, safety, and sustainability. By sealing entry points, maintaining cleanliness, and using eco-friendly methods, you can keep pests at bay without the hassle of removal. Start implementing these prevention tips today, and enjoy a pest-free home that&rsquo;s safer, cleaner, and more comfortable for you and your family.</span></span>', '2025-08-14 13:22:05', '2025-08-14 13:22:05');
