It’s impossible to get rid of all dust mites for good, but the Environmental Protection Agency has a few tips to help you at least have a fighting chance against these microscopic monsters. 

• Cover mattresses and pillows with dust proof (“allergen-impermeable”) zippered covers.
• Wash bedding (sheets, blankets and bedcovers) once per week in hot water.
• Choose washable stuffed toys, wash them often in hot water and dry them thoroughly.
• Keep stuffed toys off beds.
• Maintain low indoor humidity, ideally between 30-50% relative humidity. Humidity levels can be measured by hygrometers which are available at local hardware stores.

You should make sure to dust and vacuum your home often to keep too much dust and other allergens from building up.

Protecting your home against humidity is an important part of keeping your home’s environment healthy and clean, as well. Much of the humidity in a home can come from the basement or a crawl space, so be sure to eliminate humidity in those areas.

Try our SaniDry Basement Dehumidifier in your basement, and use our Clean Space encapsulation system in your crawl space to prevent moisture.  You’ll be glad you did!