Objective 9.01: EXPLAIN the benefits of interior home care

1. Objective 9.01:EXPLAIN the benefits of interior home care

2. Cleaning Tools – Two Main Types • Tools that remove loose dirt and dust (Dust mop, broom, vacuum cleaner, dusting cloth) • Tools that remove soil stuck to surfaces (Sponges, pails, wet mop, toilet bowl brush, step-ladder/stool).

3. Products • Chemicals aid your cleaning tasks; seek environmental friendly (green) products; some may contain Disinfectant which is a cleaning agent that destroys bacteria. • The three basic kinds are: 1.Glass cleaner 2. Grease-cutting liquids 3. mild abrasive powder • Multi-purpose= can be used for more than one purpose

4. Basic Cleaning Rules • Check to see if your products can be used for more than one purpose • Check labels to see if product is toxic, poisonous, or flammable • Check to see if product will harm a surface. Not all products are safe for all surfaces • Follow directions of the product • NEVER MIX PRODUCTS • Store away from children and pets • Wear protective gloves

5. Schedule • Organization of time and/or people for cleaning the home; when? who? • Daily-make bed, wash dishes…. • Weekly-dolaundry,change bed lines, wash kitchen floor, dust, vacuum • Monthly- clean refrigerator, range, hardwood floors, vacuum upholstered furniture, blinds • Semiannual- clean closets, wash walls, wash woodwork • If facilities are used more often; then, they will need more cleaning

6. Energy Guide label states the average yearly cost of operate that appliance(refrigerators, dishwashers and washing machines)Energy Star labelIs placed appliances that exceed energy standards for conservation.

7. Carpet Cleaning Techniques • Keep your carpet clean by vacuuming once or twice weekly • Small area rugs can be shaken to remove dirt.

8. Upholstery Cleaning Techniques • Vacuum on a regular basis • Check in all of the folds of the sofa

9. Wall and Wallpaper Cleaning Techniques • Vacuum cobwebs weekly • Wash walls with an all-purpose cleaner. Test on an discrete place first • Vinyl wallpaper can usually be gently cleaned with a sponge and mild detergent. Test on an extra piece first • Faded wallpaper that is beginning to peel away should be removed.

10. Repair tools • Hammer • Driving and pulling nails • Curved claw provides leverage when pulling nails • Screwdriver – driving and remove screws • Standard- flathead - • Phillips--directions will show a screw with an X imprinted in the head of the tool.

11. Hammer & Screwdriver

12. Adjustable Wrench Adjustable to fit different sizes of nuts Used for loosening and tightening pipes, pipe fittings, and nuts Ex.) use to hold a nut and bolt to tighten the screw Retractable Steel Tape Measure Auto-roll-up tape measure that is at least 16 feet long Some have thumb lock to prevent it from retracting when being used

13. Pliers - used for gripping and cutting Side- Cutting Cuts wire and stripping the insulation and plastic coating from electrical wire Long- Nose Bending wire Positioning small components into close and difficult work areas Ladders Climb up and down to reach high areas Ex.) cleaning fans

14. Installation Pictures/ Mirrors Hang pictures at eye-level, about 5'8" to 5'10". • Select a frame that compliments the room and the art. • See hand-out on hanging art.

15. Home Décor/ accessories • should tell your guests something about you • should give the room personality • Can be just decorative (ex picture) • Can be functional & decorative (ex mirror, lamp) • Plants • Should relate to the décor of the room

16. Objective 9.02: EXPLAIN the benefits of exterior home care

17. Roof, Gutters, Downspouts • Accumulated leaves and branch cause excess moisture that causes rot • Tree limbs too close to house can scrape and loosen shingles, gutters, and downspouts • Check roofs every 6 months for loose shingles.

18. Gutters & Downspouts • Gutters and downspouts are made from wood, vinyl, or any of several different metals, including aluminum, galvanized steel, stainless steel, and copper. Wood gutters are virtually obsolete, except in restoration work

19. Keep gutters and downspouts clear. Check after a heavy storm or heavy leaf fall • If water cannot properly flow off the roof, it will backup into attic spaces and wall cavities, causing rot, mold, and termites.

20. Exterior Walls Wood siding must be: • monitored for rot and replaced as needed • painted or stained on regular basis to protect the wood from sun, wind, and rain.

21. Manufactured siding needs to be washed and painted on a regular basis

22. Vinyl siding needs to be washed and checked for loose boards

23. Brick mortar must be checked on a regular basis. • “Pointing up”is the term for replacing the mortar.

24. Stucco walls require washing to eliminate mold and mildew

25. ALL homes need to be checked for termites annually • Termites feed on wood especially wood that is holding water.

26. Window and Doors • Need regular cleaning and checking for rot • Need to be inspected to make sure they are properly caulked and sealed • Caulk prevents air leakage, which is a major cause of higher heating and cooling costs.

27. Weather stripping should also be replaced as it wears out over time.

28. Driveways • Check for and repair cracks and deterioration • Pressure wash to remove excess dirt and algae • Apply water sealants to repel moisture

29. Decks, Porches, and Terraces • Check for rot and damage • Pressure wash, paint and stain as needed • Check railings and stairs to make sure they are safe, secure, and not damaged.

30. 9.03 Analyze Home Maintenance Techniques

31. Terms that you will learn or reviewed today… • Cleaning techniques • Carpet • Upholstery • Walls/floors • Repairs • Walls • Plumbing • Electrical

32. Terms continued • Maintenance • Filters • Weather stripping • Warranties • Full • Limited • Extended

33. Carpet Cleaning Techniques • Keep your carpet clean by vacuuming once or twice weekly. • Small area rugs can be shaken to remove dirt

34. Repairing Nail Hole- wall • Use a putty knife and fill the nail holes with joint compound mixture or spackling compound.  • Allow the compound to dry completely. Sand the filled hole area with a fine grit sandpaper block. Sand the area flat and flush with the wall. • Paint the repaired nail hole areas with the wall color or primer

35. Repair Plumbing Repairing leaking compression faucets – • Turn off water under sink • Use slip-joint pliers to remove the retaining nut that holds the stem in place 3. Slide new O-ring into place using a screwdriver as a guide

36. Clogged drains • Most common cause is foreign matter – grease & hair – they usually occur where two pipes are fitted together with a fitting, creating a change of direction. • One cleaning method is chemical drain cleaner available in liquid or crystals. They are poisonous and caustic (burn skin) • They should be used only as directed

37. If drain is completely clogged a flat plumbing plunger may need to be used • To keep drains clog free pour boiling water down the drains twice a week.

38. Repairing Electrical • Most common cause of electrical problem is a short circuit that is an undesirable current path that allows electrical current to bypass the load of the circuit. • Circuit Breakers Activate when the circuit is overloaded. The breaker switching to the off position and interrupts the power.

39. Wall Switches wear out as they get older. Make sure you know how to work with electrical wiring before you attempt repair • Power cord plugs damaged or worn electric plugs must be replaced before using them.

40. Weather Stripping • A strip of material that covers the edges of a window or door to prevent moisture and air from entering moisture and air from entering the house.

41. Maintenance • Filters for air conditioners should be changed every month so it will work more efficiently

42. Warranty • Manufacturer’s written promise that a product will perform as described and the maker’s responsibilities concerning defective parts. • A warranty may be full limited or extended

43. Full Warranty • A written agreement that allows a consumer to have a broken appliance repaired or replaced free of charge (at the warrantor option)

44. Limited Warranty • A written agreement that obligates a warrantor to make no charge repairs in specific cases or replace the product under certain conditions • You can be charged for repairs. • You may be responsible for shipping the item back to the warrantor or taking other steps to get repairs.

45. Extended Warranty • For an extra fee you can purchase addition years of coverage to the manufacturer’s warranty.