Helena Talbot's blog - How To Flu Proof Your Home Like An Expert

Do you know what time it is?  Yep, it's that time of year again.  The time of year when many of us and our families are running to the doctor, missing work and missing out on just about everything else.  Until we get well that it.  But wouldn't it be nice if we could just skip all of that and stay well from the get go?  It sure would!  So let's talk about a few things that can help you stay well throughout the entire flu season.  Yes, I realize that you probably know most of these things - but sometimes we just need some little reminders.

Here are some things you can do to help you and your family flu proof your home like an expert.

1.  Wash your hands frequently.  Frequently being the key word here.  Have you ever seen any of those news clips that show you how many germs are on the items we touch daily?  Yuk!  So wash your hands vigorously using hot water and get a good lather going.  Don't forget in between your fingers, under your fingernails and your fingertips.   And whatever you do - use paper towels not hand towels because hand towels just pass along more germs.

2.  Line your trash cans with plastic bags so you don't have to touch germs when you empty the trash.

3.  Periodically clean your door handles, cabinet handles, refrigerator, mircrowave and faucet handles with rubbing alcohol.

4.  Make sure you sanitize your TV remotes and any other hand held devices you have.

5.  Open your doors and windows from time to time to let some fresh air in instead of breathing the same old stale, germ filled air.

6.  Wash your sheets at least once a week in the hottest water you have and make sure you add some bleach to it as well.  You may need to wash the bed sheets more often if the person that uses that bed has been sick.

7.  Use hand sanitizer frequently.  Especially if you work in an environment where you deal with a lot of people and do a lot of hand shaking.   It is also a good idea to carry a small bottle of hand sanitizer with you and use it before you begin eating while at a restaurant.

8.  Last but not least - get a flu shot.  You have probably been hearing it all over the news and from your doctor.  Getting a flu shot is the absolute best way to prevent getting the flu.

I hope you have found this article helpful.  If you are thinking about buying or selling a home, call your realtor to get a list of available homes in your area.  Your realtor would be more than happy to help you through the entire buying and selling process from start to finish.

I specialize in helping buyers and sellers invest in real estate in Loudoun County and Northern Virginia. 

I have over 25 years experience in the real estate industry.  As a Broker/Owner with Exit Realty Talbot and Company, I bring special tools and solutions that enable me to exceed the expectations of my clientele.  If you are considering listing your property in Loudoun County or the nearby areas, ask me about our latest internet marketing systems.  I would appreciate the opportunity to earn your business.  I am experienced in listing and selling short sales.  For information on the short sale process, please visit  www.LoudounShortSaleSolutions.com.

For a free market analysis on the value of your home, please visit http://www.LoudounHomeValues.com

My past awards and designations include – 2003 President of the Dulles Association of Realtors, 2003 Dulles Area Assoc Realtor of the Year, Salesperson of the year 2000 Dulles Area Assoc of Realtors,  Top Producer awards from both the Dulles Area Association and the Northern Virginia Association of Realtors.  I am a member of the Top 5 in Real Estate Network.

I have lived in Loudoun County since 1979.  I am married with two grown children and two grandchildren.  My son in law is my business partner in real estate.  I love to jog in the mornings and spend time relaxing on my Trawler during the summer months.

Loudoun County and Northern Virginia Real Estate Sales and Solutions – Helena Talbot, Broker. I specialize in helping buyers and sellers invest in real estate in the Northern Virginia area to include Loudoun County and surrounding areas including Fairfax, Clarke, Fauquier, Prince William  Counties.  Our local neighborhoods include Leesburg, Ashburn, Sterling, Potomac Falls, Brambleton, Broadlands, Lansdowne, River Creek, Belmont Country Club, Beacon Hill, Shenstone, Waterford, Lovettsville, Purcellville, Hamilton, Round Hill and Bluemont.                        Cell 703.727.9885    Office 703.574.3800

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