Dust mites are far too small to be seen with the human eye. Dust mites and their feces are the single most common allergen that people inhale in their home. As microscopic animals, they are found in dust which produces a common allergen. Dust mites, although much smaller, belong to the same family as spiders and ticks. Over 22 million Americans are allergic to mite residue that is small enough to be airborne. When disturbed such as vacuuming with a standard vacuum, they and their fecal dust may remain airborne for up to 10 minutes in your home's interior air. Even walking across your carpet will disturb their fecal pellets. The membrane that covers the outside of these pellets doesn't break down quickly which means that the pellets may keep their allergy causing potential for months.
Dust mites are most commonly found in textured upholstery, mattresses and long or loose pile carpeting. Their population increases and decreases with seasonal changes due to the rising and falling of both temperature and humidity.
There are over 50,000 species of dust mites and most species greatly increase their reproduction rate and thrive during periods of high (over 70%) humidity.
To control dust mites it is highly recommended that humidity be controlled in your home. Rid your carpets in your home of dust mites, dust mite fecal matter and residue, settled airborne pollution contaminants, microorganisms and other harmful allergens with a thorough carpet cleaning. Clinical studies from the Environmental Protection Agency (E.P.A.) have shown that the average person spends most of their time in their home and that allergies and lung infections are on the rise due to indoor pollutants found in your home.
Recent research indicates those pollutant levels in the air inside our homes and offices may be 3 to 5 times higher than the air outside. We spend 75 to 90 percent of our time indoors, that's why the quality of indoor air has become a major concern.
Many adverse human health problems are directly affected from poor indoor air quality. Some known discomfort and health effects of exposure to indoor air pollutants range from mild short-term acute effects, such as sneezing, itchy eyes and general discomfort to more serious long-term effects, such as respiratory disorders and lung cancer. Latest studies have shown that cancer rates are rising in alarming proportions.
Always make sure your filter in your furnace is replaced or cleaned every 4-6 months and have your air ducts cleaned every 5 years. This will help in keep indoor pollutants down to a manageable level. Keeping your carpet & upholstery clean and fresh will help keep a healthy environment for your family! We distribute and offer Dust Mite Allergen Treatments for your carpet, upholstery, and furnace filters. We can apply them with our cleaning, or you can purchase them and save on the labor by doing the application after the cleaning. Call us and let us help you rid your home of the allergens by using one of the best vacuum cleaners on the market today, getting the most thorough cleaning, and applying proven Allergen Treatments that work.
