Summer in Salem means plenty of sunshine. It also means longer days, gatherings in backyard and open windows for longer time. Unfortunately, that brings a lot of dust into the indoor environment. You can also see fine dust particles settling throughout your home due to dry weather, frequent foot traffic, construction activities in the surroundings and pollen wafting inside.
Most homeowners in Salem remember to wipe countertops and vacuum floors. However, there are several hidden spots where dust gathers quietly. You need to pay attention to all these spots to improve your indoor air quality. Take a look at the seven common places where dust builds up during summer and are usually missed by most homeowners in the area.
Ceiling Fans and Light Fixtures
During the summer months, these gather a lot of dust. When ceiling fans spin, they circulate dust throughout the rooms. Light fixtures trap dirt as well, especially around decorative covers and bulbs. It is important to wipe these regularly.
Air Vents and HVAC Registers
During the warm summer months of Salem, your cooling system has to work much harder. A lot of air is pulled through vents every day. When dust gathers easily on HVAC registers and inside air vents, airflow gets restricted. It is important to clean up vent covers and replace air filters for this reason.
Window Tracks and Blinds
When windows stay open for longer, dust, tiny debris and pollen enter along with fresh air. You can often find window tracks filling up with dirt, which stays unnoticed until windows are closed or opened. In the same way, blinds accumulate a lot of dust on every slat. These areas must be cleaned up regularly to make windows operate smoothly.
Behind and Under Large Furniture
During routine cleaning, homeowners rarely move heavy furniture such as sofas, beds, dressers and entertainment units.
Over time, the spaces under these items gather thick layers of dust, pet hair and allergens. Whenever your HVAC system runs or people walk by, this dust can circulate through your home. You can understand how important it is to clean these spaces.
Baseboards, Door Frames and Decorative Trim
These surfaces are often overlooked but can get dirty in high-traffic areas where people frequently enter and exit the house. It is important to wipe these with a damp microfibre cloth after every few weeks, to maintain a polished appearance.
Laundry Rooms and Utility Spaces
Laundry rooms are used often and may appear to be clean superficially. However, these areas collect a mixture of dust, lint and dirt from clothing. You can see this in the spaces behind water heaters, storage shelves, washing machines etc. By cleaning such areas, you can improve hygiene as well as the efficiency of the appliances that are kept in these rooms.
Closet Shelves and Storage Areas
Every time the door opens, dust gradually settles on shelves, storage boxes, shoes and seasonal clothing. During the summer months, it is a good time to clean up all these spaces and remove unwanted items effectively.
When you clean up these commonly overlooked areas, you can definitely enjoy a healthier, fresher and more comfortable space to live in. Make regular cleaning a routine activity in your Salem home. When you need to do more extensive cleaning, it might be a good idea to call up professional cleaners for the necessary assistance.
