Mite Control

They are small enough to go unnoticed until they become less of a minor mite problem and reproduce and mature quickly. With the ability to lay 50–100 eggs at a time, these microscopic pests can quickly escalate a minor issue.

Several parasitic mite species can get into your house through tiny gaps and crevices or by attaching themselves to a rodent or bird host.

What Are the Most Common Mites?

• Mange Mites: Small arachnids called mange mites are known to irritate animals’ skin, especially in dogs. Sarcoptic mange and demodectic mange are the two most prevalent types. Affected animals may exhibit hair loss, crusting, and excruciating itching; veterinary care is frequently necessary for treatment.
• House Dust Mites: Typically, upholstered furniture, carpets, and bedding contain these mites. They like warm, humid environments and feed on dead skin cells. Some people may experience allergy symptoms as a result of house dust mites because of the proteins in their body parts and excrement.
• Bird Mites: Infesting birds and their nests, bird mites are parasites that often make their way into homes through the nests of poultry, house martins, sparrows, or starlings.
• Scabies Mites: Tiny mites known as scabies mites burrow into the skin and produce excruciating itching. They can spread from animals to people and are primarily spread through close personal contact. Scabies mites infest dogs and cause mange, a skin condition that causes inflammation, itching, and hair loss.
• Clover Mites: Concrete surfaces, sidewalks, and patios are frequently home to these vivid red mites. They can be concerning because of their abrupt appearance in large numbers, even though they do not bite.
• Rodent Mites: Mostly affecting rats and mice, rodent mites feed on their blood. These mites can infest homes and bite people when their host dies, or their population grows too large.
• Oak Mites: Living in oak tree galls, oak mites consume the larvae of insects that produce galls. When they come into contact with exposed skin, they can irritate and cause itching on human skin. Oak mites can be dispersed by wind over great distances, making it challenging to locate the infestation’s origin.
• Spider Mites: Spider mites are pests that cause harm to plants by consuming their sap. They frequently produce yellow or white speckles and leave behind webbing on the leaves. Greenhouse plants are especially prone to infestations because spider mites prefer dry, warm environments.
• Flour Mites: Known for their small size and pale color, flour mites can even infect stored grain products such as dried fruit, or cereals. Make sure to use airtight containers and follow the right food storage hygiene procedures to avoid becoming infested with flour mites.

What are the Signs of a Mite Infestation?

Since mites are elusive invaders, it can be difficult to find them in your home, but some telltale signs might point to their presence.

Make sure you look out for these signs listed below:

• Itching and skin irritation are common side effects of mites, especially the human scabies mites. Scabies mites may be the cause of any persistent itching or unexplained skin irritations you may experience.
• Some people may experience allergic reactions when exposed to mite allergens. Watery eyes, congestion, runny nose, sneezing, and even asthma-like symptoms are possible symptoms. Mites may be a possibility if you or any members of your family experience these allergic reactions without a clear cause.
• Even though mites are tiny and hard to see, you can see obvious symptoms of their presence. Check bedding, furniture, and carpets for clusters of tiny dots or black specks which may be dead mites or mite droppings.
• Tape or sticky traps can sometimes help you catch the biter if you want to know exactly what bit you. You can also determine the type of mite you have by looking for specific traits or symptoms of your bite.

What Kills Mites Fast?

Despite the fact that the treatment will only be effective for a few hours, sprays and aerosols containing synergized pyrethrins should kill mites on contact. Permethrin or bifenthrin-containing insecticide sprays work well against a variety of mites and should continue to kill them for a few weeks.

Permethrin is also suitable for use on children two months of age or older.

How to Prevent Mites?

• Vacuum and clean your house frequently, paying special attention to carpets, rugs, bedding, and upholstery—areas where dust tends to collect. Make sure to thoroughly clean all areas that could serve as mite hiding places.
• Regularly wash your curtains, bedding, and other fabric items in hot water to get rid of dust mites and their allergen particles. Make sure to dry them in a hot dryer after washing them as well, since the high heat effectively gets rid of mites.
• Try covering box springs, pillows, and mattresses with allergen-proof covers. By erecting a barrier, these covers lessen the possibility of allergic reactions by keeping mites out.
• To avoid a food mite infestation, keep in mind to store dry goods like grains, cereals, and pet food in airtight containers.

Optimum Pest Control: Your Local Pest Control Experts

With our headquarters in Wantagh, NY, we, as Optimum Pest Control, have been providing pest control services to the Long Island area for over 20 years.

We employ state-of-the-art methods while keeping the environment’s preservation in mind. We have built our company on word-of-mouth recommendations from satisfied customers and providing exceptional customer service, so please feel free to look at the testimonials we have received.

Please don’t hesitate to contact us at any time if you require mite control in Long Island, NY. We are open Monday through Friday from 8 AM to 8 PM (8 AM to 4 PM on Saturdays).