Dust mites have been implicated in causing dermatitis, rhinitis, respiratory tract irritation and intestinal upsets. They are also implicated in the cause and spread of asthma and other respiratory complaints. The mites tend to be more abundant in beds than anywhere else in the house and easily become airborne, which means they can be inhaled. Control/eradication of the pest includes drying of the environment and vacuum cleaning. Acaricides may be used on the fabric of the building, skirting boards, floor boards etc. Fabrics should be treated with a non-staining formula and bedding should be washed on a hot cycle. For more information contact a member of the Pest-Away team.