Cleaning the Attic

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Out of all the areas of your home to clean, attic cleaning is often the most forgotten. It is the space you spend the least amount of time in, and you probably only make an occasional trip to the attic for storage or seasonal items. However, this area is a magnet for dust, and bugs and rodents enjoy making themselves at home in the nooks and crannies. While the attic’s room temperature is unbearably hot, and the air seems difficult to breathe, it is essential to keep this space clean to prevent pest damage and fire hazards.
We have all the attic cleaning information you need to keep the space safe and dust-free. Learn how to use a broom to remove old cobwebs and a shop vac to get rid of dead insects. Discover how to seal crevices in the attic to keep pests, like bats and squirrels, from having easy access to the space, ways to deal with insect and rodent nests, and how to perform routine cleaning and maintenance to make the attic room an area where you feel comfortable.