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Reduce Allergens in Your Home |
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Common allergens "hiding" in the home
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Dust mites: Microscopic arachnids found
anywhere there is dust. Just one gram of dust can contain anywhere from 100
to 500 dust mites |
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Pet Dander: Dander is small scales of skin that animals shed. |
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Mould Spores: Microscopic fungal "seeds"
that thrive in damp areas of the home, such as the basement, kitchen and
bathroom. Carpet and upholstery dust harbors millions of fungal spores. |
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Pollen: Microscopic reproductive components of flowering plants and trees. They enter the home from outdoors
and are a common component of house dust. |
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Where Do They Come From?
Allergens are constantly tracked into the
home from outdoors. Some are present in the home because of pets while others,
such as mould, grow in damp areas. Research has shown that carpets in indoor
environments act as a collector for these allergens. When carpets are not
professionally cleaned regularly, these particles can become airborne.Keeping your home healthy, clean, and safe are the most important things
for any family. At Chem-Dry we offer a safe, allergy and
chemical-free way to clean your carpets and to protect your family.
There are a lot of tiny little reasons to clean your carpet the Chem-Dry
way... dust mites, allergens, and germs... it's enough to keep you up at night!
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Hints from our family to yours for maintaining a Healthy Home |
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The best
way to reduce allergic reactions to dust, mould, and other indoor allergens
is to reduce your exposure to them. Here are some tips for maintaining a
healthy home environment... |
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Control moisture and humidity (60% humidity or lower) by using a
dehumidifier or air conditioner. |
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Vacuum carpets, floors, and upholstery at least three times a week using a vacuum
cleaner with a HEPA filter. Ask your Chem-Dry professional for vacuum cleaner recommendations. |
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Sweep entrance mats regularly to reduce the amount of dust and soil
tracked inside.
We recommend the use of a
‘Magi-mat’ at the main entrance, ask your technician for details. |
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Have your carpets and upholstery cleaned annually
by your Chem-Dry professional, the tread ways more often if you have children or pets. |
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Have your heating and air conditioning system inspected and serviced
annually. |
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Wash bed linens and coverings weekly in hot (130F) water. |
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Have your mattresses professionally cleaned, then encase in
allergen impermeable covers (Ask your Chem-Dry professional about mattress extraction services.) |
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Breathe Easier With Clean Carpets when most Dry in 1-2 Hours!
The U.S. Environmental Protection
Agency recently announced a recommendation that carpeting be cleaned every six
months to improve indoor air quality. A 10-year study concluded that indoor
carpeting holds a similar level of mould spores and bacteria as do hard surfaces.
However, this research also proved that the air above carpet contains fewer
allergens then the air above hard surfaces. While hard flooring allows these
contaminants to be re-circulated into the breathing zone, carpeting actually
traps them and holds them like a filter.This filter needs to be emptied frequently to insure proper function. This
requires a deep cleaning which flushes contaminants while drying as rapidly as
possible and does not use cleaners which can leave a residue which can serve as
a food source. mould and mildew which feast on these residues can form after just
4 hours on damp carpets. After 24 hours, moulds, yeast, and soil bacteria are
potentially producing odors and airborne allergens.
Properly maintaining your carpets promotes a healthier indoor environment.
Regular cleanings by Chem-Dry will not only
improve the appearance of your carpet, but also your indoor air quality.
Furthermore, the application of our sanitizers and deodorizers can also combat
the food, bacteria, odors, fur, hair, and other pollutants that kids, pets, and
everyday living introduce into your carpet and your home. Your home can be
cleaner, healthier, and pleasant-smelling as well.You'll not only enjoy clean, dry carpets, but you'll also have the benefit of
a healthier home. Plus, we offer professional strength Solutions that Make
Scents deodorizer to freshen your indoor environment between regularly scheduled
cleanings!
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