Do You Know Who You Are Sleeping With?

The causes and effects of allergies have long been known and can be a serious health threat.  Still, allergies seem to be on the increase.  They are the immune system's response to unwanted matter, resulting in inflammation of the eyes and nose (rhinitis), lungs (asthma), and skin (eczema).  It is estimated that allergies affect some 40% of the population at some time and the percentage is on the increase.

The Dust Mite:  Sleeping With The Enemy

One controllable culprit in the battle with allergens is the household dust mite, a microscopic insect which is found in our indoor environment.  The bedroom is so particularly vulnerable as we spend 1/3 of our lives in bed and a good deal of other time dressing and preparing for the day.  We shed skin cells (which are food for the dust mite) into our sleeping environment; the cells are collected by the linen, pillows, mattresses, upholstery, and carpet.  All these areas are ideal breeding grounds for the household dust mite.

After using the same pillow for 2 years, approximately 10% of the weight of that pillow will be dust mite feces.  Regular vacuuming can remove a small percentage of these pollutants, but a professional hot water extraction can drastically lessen an allergic reaction.

Call Universal Cleaning for a thorough mattress cleaning today – 919-602-5592 or schedule an appointment online.