Riverhead - The crisp autumn days when school is back in session is the perfect time to let the fresh air in. Fall sports and after-school activities keep many people outdoors but there's no reason why families shouldn't still breathe in fresh, clean air indoors.

Here are some tips:

 • Remove Clutter: Tidying will get rid of unwanted particles and prevents new ones from settling.

 • Get Organized: Assemble cleaning tools before you start. Buy a good mop, toilet brush, cleansers, cleaning cloths, and vacuum cleaner. Keep trash bags at hand.

 • Pick Up Some Necessary Items At The Store: Purchase a divided plastic tray to carry four necessary cleaning products - glass or multi-surface cleaner, heavy-duty degreaser, powdered abrasive cleaner, tile cleaner.

 • Streamline Your Movements Like 'Karate Kid': Wax on. Wax off. Move around each room once and use both hands to clean.

 • Control Mold: A cause of many common health problems. Wipe down shower curtain liners regularly, avoid using rugs in floors below ground level, and/or install a dehumidification system.

 • Seize Dust, Dirt And Pollen: Use clean terry and lint-free towels for dusting. Install a HEPA filtration system to filter air and capture these particles several times each day.

 • Get Moving: As you dust, move furniture to the center of the room to vacuum behind it. Extension cords also help when you move from room to room.

 • Don't Use Just Any Vacuum: Use one with a HEPA (high-efficiency particulate air) filter to prevent tiny particles of dust from being blown back out into the air.

 • Touch Every Single Thing In Your House: Clean from the top down in one direction - from ceiling to floor and top floor to the basement, moving left to right, through each room. Don't forget to dust/vacuum ceiling fans, windowsills, vents, furniture, etc.

 • It's time To Change: Replace air filters to prevent unsafe and inefficient dirt and allergen buildup.