Similar to lice, mites are skin parasites that nest on dry and infected skin, causing intense itching, pain, embarrassment, and social isolation by friends and family. Scabies, an itchy and embarrassing skin condition, is often directly caused by mites. Other mites, such as dust mites, are known for the allergies they cause; some mites are found on pets and other mites will invade gardens and yards. For each mite you encounter, a different method of eradication is required. Chemicals may be useful around your home, but if used on pets or plants they can be very dangerous.
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Method 1 of 2: Getting Rid of Dust Mites
Step 1. Clean the dust frequently with a vacuum cleaner
Dust mites, the most common mite species in homes in the United States, are easily removed with a vacuum cleaner. Dust mites hide and cling to textiles, mostly on carpets, furniture, and sometimes clothes. Regular cleaning by vacuuming or washing textiles will solve this problem and relieve your headache.
Step 2. Protect the bed
The part of the house with the highest concentration of dust mites appears to be the bedding; The little animal was trapped in the mattress pad and pillowcase, leaving behind dirt as it left. Protect the bed by covering the mattress and pillows with a mite-proof shield. This will deter the mites and prevent the accumulation of dust mite droppings.
Step 3. Keep textile items clean
Bedding is most likely a breeding ground for dust mites, but mites are most commonly found on textiles. Plan to wash household textiles (bedding, pillowcases, curtains, blankets, etc.) every 1-2 weeks. Use the hottest water that won't damage the fabric to get rid of any visible dust mites.
Step 4. Dust off frequently
Your house looks clean, but dust mites tend to accumulate in the dust. So, make sure your home is as dust-free as possible by wiping stationery frequently. Use a vacuum cleaner or damp cloth to avoid dust mites and allergens. If you are allergic to dust mites, wear a mask when cleaning dust to avoid inhaling irritants.
Step 5. Lower the humidity
Create an environment that makes it difficult for dust mites to breed. These little fleas like warm environments with high humidity. Use a dehumidifier to keep the humidity level in your home at 50 percent or below. You can use an air conditioner to keep your house cool, which is another dust mite deterrent.
Step 6. Change the dust mite's favorite places
If mites are a real problem in your home and you don't mind spending the money, make a change by creating a home that doesn't harbor dust mites. Replace carpet with wood or tile floors, and get rid of textiles as much as possible. Use bedding made of synthetic materials rather than those filled with feathers and lower the curtains.
Step 7. Get rid of the mites with a filter
Remove dust mites that you have permanently cleaned from your home using the filters in the vacuum cleaner and through the house vents. A high-efficiency particulate arrestance (HEPA) filter will trap the mites and their droppings as they pass through, preventing them from re-entering the home.
Step 8. Freeze the mites
If you have items that cannot be washed but are infested with mites or mite droppings, place them in the freezer for 24 hours. This method will eradicate the mites so they are easy to clean.
Step 9. Use insecticide
As a final step, you can use an insecticide indoors to get rid of dust mites. Look for a product that prioritizes mites as a primary target, or hire someone to get rid of them. Remember, using a flea spray can create a bad smell in your home or cause other problems.
Method 2 of 2: Getting Rid of Other Kinds of Mites
Step 1. Get rid of ear mites
Use an ear dropper filled with mineral oil for ear mites. Ear mites are very annoying pests that usually lodge in the ears of dogs and cats more than humans. Look for an ear dropper at your local pharmacy, and fill it with mineral oil. Apply this oil to the inside and around the fleshy interior of your pet's ears.
Take your pet outside while you are taking this medication so the oil doesn't spill on furniture or carpets
Step 2. Treat itching mites
Apply sulfur lotion all over your body if you have scabies (itch mites). Most health experts recommend the over-the-counter drug, Lindane, as an appropriate antitoxin. Pure sulfur can also be used, but it is more difficult to obtain and has a strong odor. Make sure you take a shower before applying this medicine. Consult a doctor or pharmacist before using it because some scabies drugs require a prescription due to their toxic content.
Step 3. Get rid of spider mites
Allow predatory mites into the garden if spider mites are present. Spider mites nest on plants in gardens and yards, killing plant swarms. You can buy small colonies of predatory mites, which can really prove beneficial for garden habitats. You can also opt for chemical treatment, although this poses a risk to plant health; so predatory mites are an easy and non-toxic alternative.
Step 4. Get rid of bird mites
These mites can be found indoors and outdoors and are carried by birds. The only way to get rid of them is through the use of insecticides, but this is best left to an exterminator. Move the birdhouse and cut down any trees near your house. If mites are present in farmed poultry - such as chickens - replace all cage equipment and add fresh garlic to the drinking water.
Step 5. Minimize the presence of clover mite mites
Clover mite mites (mites that attack plants in the spring and fall) are reddish-brown in color and are not particularly threatening to humans or animals. But if it bothers you, you can eradicate it by using a mixture of borax and warm water and spraying this solution on the places where the mites are. This will kill the mites and prevent them from multiplying again.
Step 6. Increase the number of spiders in the house area
The last thing some people do is allow spiders to enter their homes or gardens. After all, spiders are natural enemies of mites and will act to eat them. Allowing spiders around the house will reduce the number of mites present, and let them continue to do so. So don't get rid of spiders when you see them in or around your home.
Tips
- Insecticides will kill any (and all) types of mites, but may not be good for your home. Do this as a last resort only.
- Create an insecticide barrier around the house to prevent future mite infestations.
