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FOX 29 Investigates Uncovers Dirty Mattresses For Sale

Updated: Thursday, 03 May 2012, 6:23 AM EDT
Published : Wednesday, 02 May 2012, 9:56 PM EDT

A jaw-dropping investigation you will see only on Fox. We spend hours sleeping every night. But how do we know the bedding we buy is clean and safe?

That's the question Jeff Cole asks as he pulls back the covers on the used mattress industry. And what he finds is downright disturbing.

FOX 29 Investigates Uncovers Dirty Mattresses For Sale

Keep It Clean: Hardwood Floor Cleaning, Before After

Keep It Clean: Hardwood Floor Cleaning, Before After: When it comes to making your floors elegant.
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What are Dust Mites

What Are House Dust Mites?

Posted on April 20, 2012 by A1 Sparkles

Dust mites are in your home and cause allergic reactions. They belong to the family of eight-legged creatures called arachnids. This family also includes spiders, chiggers and ticks. Dust mites are hardy creatures that multiply easily in warm, humid places. They prefer temperatures at or above 70°F with a relative humidity of 55-80 percent and die when the humidity falls below 45 percent. Dust mites are rarely found in dry climates.

As many as 10 percent of the general population and 90 percent of people with allergies and asthma are sensitive to dust mites. Recent studies in the United States suggest that at least 45 percent of young people with asthma are allergic to dust mites.

People who are allergic to dust mites react to proteins in their decomposition and feces. These particles are found in the highest concentrations in pillows, mattresses, carpets, rugs, and upholstery. They are so very light they can float in the air for hours. When disturbed by: air flow, vacuums, foot traffic, ruffled bedding, pets, they settle out into the air again.

Dust mite-allergic people who inhale these particles experience more frequent allergic symptoms. In fact, a dust mite allergic patient who sleeps for 8 hours every night spends one third of his or her life with their nose in direct contact with a pillow loaded with dust mite particles!

There may be many as 19,000 dust mites in one gram of dust, but usually between 100 to 500 mites live in each gram. (A gram is about the weight of a paper clip.) Each mite produces about 10-20 waste particles per day and lives for 30 days. Egg-laying females can add 25-30 new mites to the population during their lifetime. Dusty mite critters eat particles of skin and dander, so they thrive in places where there are people. Dust mites don’t bite, cannot spread diseases and usually do not live on people. They are harmful only to people who become allergic to them. While usual household cleaning and insecticides have no effect on dust mites, there are ways to reduce exposure to dust mites in the home. Make it Sparkle.

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Dealing With A Flooded House

Proper flood water extraction requires knowledge and expertise in making sure all the proper safety procedures and preservation techniques are used. No home owner wants to come home to a flooded house. However, prompt attention and care from a flood water extraction company can ensure the aftereffects and water damage from a flood are as minimal as possible. The following steps can help minimize the damage and negative possible effects of a flood.

What to Do After a Flood:

Turn the Power Off

The very first thing to do when realized a flood has occurred is turn the power off. You should take this safety precaution even if the water isn’t near any electrical outlets, since water can generate electricity and contact with it could be lethal. No one, especially children, should go near water after a flood.

Assess the Flood Damage

Quickly take note of damaged rooms and areas so you can better provide us with the extent of the situation when you first call. Water damage can quickly worsen, so get a general overall picture of the damage and then let a professional water damage company handle the intricacies of the situation. If your home is completely devastated, The Red Cross can provide you with basic necessities and a clean-up kit.

Do Not Delay

Serious and extensive water damage can happen very quickly to drywalls, carpets, homes and businesses. Studies show that flood water left for longer than 48 hours has the potential to do the most damage. The flood water can compromise the structure of a house as it seeps through the walls, and can also affect the drywall. Carpeted areas are more prone than wood floors to cause serious mold and water damage issues when left unattended to, so don’t put off the problem. The more opportunity flood water has to sit, the more costly and time-consuming the process will be to restore the area back to its original condition.

Claim Your Flood Insurance

After calling handling the most immediate problem, you should call your insurance company and file a flood insurance claim. Find out the depth and extent of your coverage and utilize the resources from your insurance company.  Our flood clean up processes is approved by all the major insurance companies.

Leave If Necessary

Proper and adequate ventilation is very important once we rid your home of the water. We place fans around the affected area and also recommend opening as many doors and windows as possible. A consistent airflow into the areas affected by the flood assists in the flood water extraction process and decreases the chances for mold to form.

When extensive water damage occurs, you may have to live outside your home for a while. Experts advise patience after a flood and not rushing back to the home to give water damage restoration experts a chance to thoroughly handle the situation. Let the local authorities know if you will be leaving your home for a while. Boarding up the windows is a good idea as well. 

 Handle the Stress

The pressure and stress that accompanies a flood is inevitable. However, there are certain measures you can take to dramatically reduce the tension and feelings of not being in control of the situation. After a flood, your emotions will be affected just like your home, business and personal belongings will. Take the time to sleep, eat well, and be grateful for your health. Belongings and things can all be replaced, but people cannot.

While dealing with a flood is never enjoyable, taking advantage of the water extraction services of an experienced company like The Water Damage Experts can help tremendously.