Dust Mites

House dust mites have received much attention recently. Although nearly impossible to see, the house dust mite is a live-in guest that won't go away primarily because their food source is unlimited.

House dust mites feed on dander or dead skin from humans and animals. They may also feed on protein based foodstuffs, preferring dried products over products with moisture. Females lay up to 80 eggs. Populations can explode during humid months as mites are excellent at absorbing moisture from the air.

The most common area for finding mites is in the bed due to abundance of dander. House dust mites may also be found in living areas especially carpet, furniture, and clothing. Several home test kits are available to test for dust mites.

People may be allergic to house dust mite cast skins and droppings. These reactions will not be a rash type of reaction but rather a respiratory constriction, a common symptom of asthma. Itchy, watery eyes may also be symptoms. Approximately 50-80% of asthmatics may have symptoms due to house dust mites.

If you're concerned dust mites in your home or place of business, give Dave a call at 1-800-400-6009.

Dave's Pest Control
1-800-400-6009
A Central Massachusetts Extermination and Pest Control Company
Worcester County Pest and Rodent Exterminators
www.davespestcontrol.net
Reference: www.pestworld.org

Microscopic, Yet Mighty Plentiful

Nearly impossible to see without magnification, the dust mite is named for the fact that they feed on dead skin shed by humans as well as other protein materials. They may also feed on protein based foodstuffs, preferring dried products over products with moisture.

Beds are the most common area for finding mites due to abundance of dander. House dust mites may also be found in carpet, furniture, and clothing.

Dust mite populations can explode during humid months as these wee creatures are excellent at absorbing moisture from the air.

Approximately 50-80% of asthmatics may have symptoms due to house dust mites, experiencing respiratory constriction. Other allergic reactions include itchy, watery eyes.

If you're concerned that you have dust mites in your home or place of business, give Dave a call at 1-800-400-6009.

Dave's Pest Control
1-800-400-6009
A Central Massachusetts Extermination and Pest Control Company Worcester County Pest and Rodent Exterminators www.davespestcontrol.net

House Dust Mites

House dust mites have received much attention recently. Although nearly impossible to see, the house dust mite is a live-in guest that won't go away primarily because their food source is unlimited.

House dust mites feed on dander or dead skin from humans and animals. They may also feed on protein based foodstuffs, preferring dried products over products with moisture. Females lay up to 80 eggs. Populations can explode during humid months as mites are excellent at absorbing moisture from the air.

The most common area for finding mites is in the bed due to abundance of dander. House dust mites may also be found in living areas especially carpet, furniture, and clothing. Several home test kits are available to test for dust mites.

People may be allergic to house dust mite cast skins and droppings. These reactions will not be a rash type of reaction but rather a respiratory constriction, a common symptom of asthma. Itchy, watery eyes may also be symptoms. Approximately 50-80% of asthmatics may have symptoms due to house dust mites.

If you're concerned dust mites in your home or place of business, give Dave a call at 1-800-400-6009.

Dave's Pest Control
Serving Central Massachusetts
www.davespestcontrol.net

Reference: www.pestworld.org

Dust Mite Trivia

The dust mite is nearly impossible to see without magnification. A typical mattress can contain tens of thousands of dust mites.

Nearly 100,000 mites can live in a single square yard of carpet!

Dust Mites primarily feed on dead skin shed by humans and other animals. They can also absorb moisture from the air. Dust Mites are most often found in beds. They may also be found living in carpet, furniture, and clothing.

Dust Mites are harmless to most people. They carry small foreign proteins, often referred to as "allergens". They don't carry diseases, but these proteins can cause allergic reactions in people by triggering the immune system to over react.

PREVENTION

* Change your sheets often.
* Vacuum frequently.
* Use a vacuum cleaner with a HEPA filter.
* If Dust Mites are a real problem in your home, call Dave!

Dave's Pest Control
1-800-400-6009.
Serving Central Massachusetts
www.davespestcontrol.net

Reference: www.pestworld.org

House Dust Mites

House dust mites may be microscopic in size, but they are gargantuan to asthma suffers. Approximately 50-80% of asthmatics may have symptoms due to house dust mites.

House dust mites feed on dead skin shed by humans and animals. They may also feed on protein based foodstuffs, preferring dried products over products with moisture. Females lay up to 80 eggs. Populations can explode during humid months as mites are excellent at absorbing moisture from the air.

The most common area for finding mites is in the bed due to abundance of dander. House dust mites may also be found in living areas especially carpet, furniture, and clothing.

People may be allergic to house dust mite cast skins and droppings. These reactions will not be a rash type of reaction but rather a respiratory constriction, a common symptom of asthma. Itchy, watery eyes may also be symptoms.

Here are a few suggestions to limit your exposure to dust mites:

• Frequently change bed linens. If house dust mites are a serious problem, mattress encasement with a cover tested for house dust mites may be helpful
• Vacuum areas frequently using a HEPA filter vacuum
• Keep humidity low when possible; heating or freezing infested fabric may help
• If asthmatic, avoid playing with children or animals on a carpeted area

This is not a pest which can be controlled easily. If you're concerned about dust mites in your home or place of business, give Dave a call at 1-800-400-6009.

Dave's Pest Control
Serving Central Massachusetts
www.davespestcontrol.net

Reference: National Pest Management Association