Controlling or containing a dust mite contamination problem in a home involves a systematic approach to eliminate or reduce its presence. Here are some steps you can take:

1. Identify Problem Areas:
   • Determine the areas of your home where dust mites are most likely to thrive, such as bedrooms, carpets, upholstery, and curtains.
2. Clean and Declutter:
   • Regularly clean and declutter your home to reduce dust mite hiding places. Vacuum carpets, rugs, and upholstery frequently, using a vacuum cleaner that has a HEPA (High Efficiency Particulate Air) – grade filter.
3. Wash Bedding:
   • Wash bedding, including sheets, pillowcases, and blankets, in hot water at least once a week. This helps kill dust mites and remove their allergens.
4. Use Allergen-Proof Covers:
   • Encase mattresses, pillows, and duvets in allergen-proof covers to create a barrier that prevents dust mites from infiltrating these items.
5. Choose Bedding Wisely:
   • Opt for bedding materials that are less attractive to dust mites, such as hypoallergenic pillows and comforters.
6. Maintain Optimal Humidity:
   • Dust mites thrive in humid environments. Use dehumidifiers to maintain indoor humidity levels between 30-50%. This will create an environment less favourable for dust mites.
7. Use HEPA Filters:
   • Install high-efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filters in your HVAC system to trap dust mites and their allergens. Change filters regularly.
8. Regular Dusting:
   • Dust surfaces frequently using a damp cloth to prevent the dispersion of dust mite particles into the air.
9. Steam Cleaning:
   • Contact Metro Carpet Cleaning for steam cleaning on carpets, upholstery, and curtains, using our plant based dust mite anti-allergen solutions and heat treatment that can kill dust mites and remove allergens.
10. Limit Soft Furnishings:
    • Reduce the number of soft furnishings, such as curtains and carpets, which provide ideal habitats for dust mites.
11. Freeze Stuffed Toys:
    • If possible, freeze soft toys overnight to kill dust mites. Place them in a plastic bag and leave them in the freezer for at least 24 hours.
12. Regular Vacuuming:
    • Use a vacuum cleaner with a HEPA filter to regularly clean carpets, rugs, and upholstery. Vacuuming helps remove dust mites and their feces.
13. Choose Flooring Wisely:
    • Consider replacing carpets with hard flooring, as carpets can harbor dust mites. If carpets are necessary, choose low-pile options.
14. Natural Repellents:
    • Consider using natural repellents like eucalyptus oil, tea tree oil, or neem oil, which may help deter dust mites.
15. Consult The Professionals – Metro Carpet Cleaning:
    • If the problem persists, consider consulting the Metro Carpet Cleaning professionals who specialize in allergen reduction.

Remember that consistency is key when dealing with dust mite issues. Implementing these steps regularly will help control and minimize their presence in your home.

Metro Carpet Cleaning offers a complete Dust Mite Anti-Allergen service for all carpeted flooring, soft furnishings, and upholstery.