Winter is when homes in Québec work hardest. Boots bring in salt and slush, windows stay closed for months, and everyone spends more time inside. A few small habits make a big difference.
Use a doormat inside and outside every entry, and add a boot tray. Keeping salt at the door protects your floors, because road salt leaves a white film that spreads from room to room.
Wipe salt marks off floors soon after they appear, with a damp cloth. The longer they stay, the harder they are to remove.
Wipe the kitchen counters and stovetop after dinner, every night. Spills are easy to remove when they're fresh and much harder once they've baked on.
Dry the shower glass after the last shower of the day, and run the bathroom fan. It takes thirty seconds and slows down soap scum and moisture buildup.
With these habits, regular maintenance visits go further, and your home stays comfortable until spring.