Spring Cleaning TipsUncategorizedMarch 13, 2017They say that a man’s home is his castle, and a person’s home is one of the most important assets they can possess in their lifetime. Even if you live alone, you can never predict when you will have company over, whether they’re of a personal or professional nature. As such, it is important to maintain one’s home in a proper manner so as to avoid any unfortunate accidents from occurring on your premises. From the typical tripping over objects on your floor to and accidental pet bites. What about slip and falls due to a spill on the floor? Here are some suggested spring cleaning tips you can keep in mind when tidying around your home, and why it’s important that they be done in order to avoid any bodily injuries to guests. Make Doormats Safe Again Your doormat to your home’s entrance should give off a feeling of warmth and inviting feeling to your guests, but they should make sure that mat is securely flat on the floor. It can sometimes be rolled up at the edges or loose from frequent use or accidental kicking, it could potentially trip your guest as they enter your premise. Not a great way to start a visit. Keep Floors Clean If your floor is hardwood, it’s always important to keep the floor clean from any spilled liquid or other minor debris. It is a hazard for someone to slip and fall especially if your pet happened to have relieved itself. Any uncleaned spills also pose a threat to the hardwood floor as the liquid is absorbed and can cause the wood to swell. Mould growth is also a possibility and can be expensive to remediate. Vacuum The Carpet Hardwood flooring is easier to clean, but if your home has carpet, vacuuming it regularly is essential to not only maintaining your home’s cleanliness, but also, to ensure the safety of any visitors. Numerous items or debris can get stuck in your carpets. You could be liable if your guests happen to step on something sharp and injuring themselves? We hope with these tips, your home not only be clean but safe for all of your guests. For more information on how to protect your home contact one of Pacific Insurance Broker Inc.’s broker representatives at (416) 494-1266.