application methods
The pesticide application method you choose depends on the nature and habits of the target pest, the properties of the pesticide, the suitability of the application equipment, and the cost and efficiency of alternative methods. Your choice is often predetermined by one or more of these factors. Follow label direction for volume recommendations and application rates based on the pest to be controlled and utilize appropriate application tips on equipment.
Color: Off white-Tan
Size: 1/75th of an inch
Shape: Bean Shaped
Legs: 8
Possible nesting sites for the mite include carpets, padded sofas and chairs, soft toys and especially bedding. Modern homes with high temperature, high humidity and lack of ventilation have been shown to be ideal breeding grounds.
House dust mites feed on dander (dead skin which is shed) from humans and animals. They may also feed on protein based foodstuffs, preferring dried products over products with moisture.
People may be allergic to house dust mite cast skins and droppings. These reactions will not be a rash type of reaction but rather a respiratory constriction, a common symptom of asthma. Itchy, watery eyes may also be symptoms. Approximately 50-80% of asthmatics may have symptoms due to house dust mites.
To eliminate dust mite allergens, first, take actions to reduce dust mite populations and second, reduce exposure to dust. No one method has been found for reducing mites and relieving allergy suffering.
LOWER HUMIDITY --
Reduce humidity levels to less than 50 percent inside your home, especially in the bedroom. This isn't hard to do in the winter, but can be a challenge in Nebraska during summer months, especially in homes without air conditioning. Studies have shown air-conditioned homes have ten times fewer dust mite allergens than non-air-conditioned homes. In addition to cooling the house, air conditioning reduces the humidity dust mites need to thrive. A study has shown using an electric blanket for eight hours each day reduced dust mites by 50 percent in one month.
AVOID FURRY OR FEATHERED PETS --
Pets with fur or feathers contribute to the dander in the dust and increase food source for mites. If you are a pet lover, locate their sleeping quarters as far from yours as possible and furnish their sleeping area so it can be cleaned easily. Hardwood or vinyl floors with washable area rugs are ideal.
REDUCING AIR INFILTRATION --
Airing out the house with open windows allows entry of pollen, which is another allergen as well as food for dust mites. In some climates, incoming air may be humid, which promotes dust mites.
CLEANING/HEAT TREATMENTS --
Wash all bedding weekly. Research has shown laundering with any detergent in warm water (77 degrees F) removes nearly all dust mite and cat allergen from bedding. If you cannot launder blankets, dry clean them once a year. Shampoo, steam clean or beat non-washable carpets once a year.
SELECT APPROPRIATE FURNISHINGS --
Avoid overstuffed furniture because it collects dust. Also avoid wool fabrics/rugs because wool sheds particles and is eaten by other insects. Use washable curtains and rugs instead of wall-to-wall carpeting. If you cannot replace carpeting, have it steam cleaned at least once a year, springtime is best. This will prevent a buildup of dust mites feeding on skin cells in the carpet during the summertime. Enclose mattresses and pillows in plastic to decrease mite populations in the bed. Replace feather pillows with synthetic ones.
Eliminating dust from the environment is important in reducing allergens in sensitive people.
VACUUMING --
The most important tool for managing house dust and dust mites is the vacuum cleaner. Regular, thorough vacuuming of carpets, furniture, textiles and other home furnishings such as draperies will help keep dust mite populations low. Vacuums with a water filter are preferable to those with a disposable paper bag because a water vacuum removes a greater range of particle sizes than paper-bag types. There are vacuums with highly efficient filters (HEPA) designed for use by people with allergies to dust. It is better to vacuum thoroughly once a week rather than lightly on a daily basis. Vacuum mattresses and padded furniture thoroughly; 20 minutes for each mattress is not too long.
DUSTING --
Dust furniture before you vacuum so the dust has time to settle on the floor, where it can be picked up by the vacuum. Do not scatter dust. Instead, dust with a damp cloth rather than dry dusting. Spraying furniture polish/dusting liquid directly on surface reduces airborne particles by 93 percent compared with dry dusting.
AIR PURIFERS --
A researcher at the University of Texas-Austin found a HEPA air filter was much more effective at removing dust than ion-generating air purifiers which make particles electrically charged to remove them from circulating air.
Manufacturer Recommended Products And Treatment For Dust Mites Control
Pests need food, water, and shelter. Often the problem may be solved just by removing these key items. Before even thinking about chemical pest control, it is important to be aware of
Pest’s Conducive conditions & It’s Recommendations.
Pesticides can be purchased in many different forms, each form has specific uses and
| Conducive Condition | Recommendation | |
| 1 | Tree branches on house | Keep tree branches away from house to reduce pest access |
| 2 | Firewood next to foundation | Keep firewood away from house to reduce pest harborage |
| 3 | Debris on crawlspace/next to foundation | Remove wood debris to reduce termite ha rborage area |
| 4 | Excessive plant cover, stump, etc. | Providing spacing between plant cover and structure |
| 5 | Soil above the foundation Ii ne | Keep soil below top of foundation to reduce harbo rage areas |
| 6 | Wood-to-ground contact | Keep soil from touching wood to eliminate termite access |
| 7 | Debris on roof/full gutter | Keep gutter & roof free of debris to reduce insect harborage |
| 8 | Standi ng water near/under structure | Eliminate standing water to reduce pest harbo rage |
| 9 | Mo isture problem under structure | Increase ventilation to reduce pest harbo rage area |
| 10 | Openi ngs at plumbi ng & electronics | Seal opening to reduce pest access |
| 11 | Excessive gaps at windows/doors | Seal gaps to reduce pest access |
| 12 | Lea ky plumb ing fixtures | Repair to reduce moisture for pests |
| 13 | Keep garbage cans covered | Covered to reduce attraction of insects of vertebrate pests |
| 14 | Mo isture damage wood | Repair rotten or damaged wood to reduce insect harborage |
| 15 | Grocery bags stored improperly | Seal paper sacks in containers to reduce i nsect ha rborage areas |
| 16 | Pet food unsealed or left out | Keep pet food in sealed containers and unavailable to pests |
| 17 | Excessive storage conditions | Keep storage areas uncluttered and manageable |
| 18 | Debris below kick plates | Remove kick plates to reduce rodent harborage |
application methods The pesticide application method you choose depends on the nature and habits of the target pest, the properties of the pesticide, the suitability of the application equipment, and the cost and efficiency of alternative methods. Your choice is often predetermined by one or more of these factors. Follow label direction for volume recommendations and application rates based on the pest to be controlled and utilize appropriate application tips on equipment.
, these application methods are for informational purposes only. To know specific applications method/s for the product you buy, please refer actual packages for complete Label Verbiage.Product Type
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