Mites: ubiquitous pests
What better than a big cleaning to declare war on dust mites! These unwanted guests are the cause of the allergies and other discomforts associated with them. Discover all our information on these pests.
Mites in a nutshell
Mites are microscopic insects belonging to the spider family. They have eight legs and are so light that a simple draft can carry them from one place to another, their size and translucent appearance make them invisible to the naked eye. They live and reproduce in carpeting, bedding, clothing, stuffed animals, curtains and other fabric objects.
Dust mites are present everywhere in the house and it is impossible to eliminate them completely. They feed on the remains of skin, nails, hair and dead animals. Dust mites do not like the cold, in winter they come to take refuge in our homes to take advantage of the warmth there and expand their colony at the same time.
House dust mite allergies
An allergy is an abnormal reaction of the immune system to a drug or foreign substance. Dust mites represent about 90% of house dust, so one would be more allergic to the dust mites contained in the dust than to the dust itself. The allergy is caused not only by dust mites (dead or alive) but also by the excrement they leave behind after their passage. It is estimated that around 45% of allergies are caused by dust mites; these allergies include but are not limited to the following symptoms:
– Respiratory problems: these include among others asthma, rhinitis and colds;
– Itching;
– Headaches ;
– Tiredness ;
– Skin irritation (eczema)
Our team of pest control and insect control is there to help you limit the number of problems caused by dust mites and thereby improve your lifestyle. You want to get an idea of our prices and our services, nothing could be easier call us and get a quote.
How to reduce the number of dust mites
Dust mites exist everywhere in even the cleanest homes and it is impossible to dislodge them. We can just try to reduce their number. Several means are available to you, but it is preferable to combine them to hope for a better result. If you are invaded by mites, do not seek refuge with your relatives, you risk spreading the infestation; Instead, call a professional and he will take care of getting rid of these pests. Our hygienist technicians are qualified and trusted to guarantee you a result that will meet your expectations. At the same time, we advise you to put the following tips into practice:
– Ventilate all rooms in the house every day;
– Limit heating;
– Limit humidity by reducing the use of humidifier, air conditioner or any other source of humidity;
– Use mattresses and pillows made of foam or any other synthetic material because they are easily washable and change them more often;
– Use an acaricide to disinfect bedding at least once a month;
– Wrap your mattress and sofas with a cover impermeable to dust mites and their particles;
Our main concern is to bring you serenity and peace of mind on a daily basis, you can trust the experience and expertise of our technicians for a discreet service.