Dust mites make their homes in places where dead skin cells are most likely to accumulate, such as bedding, furniture, and carpeting. Rugs and stuffed animals also make good homes for dust mites. While you can find dust mites all over the world, these creatures tend to favor hot and humid climates.

How do you get mites?

You can find mites almost anywhere - in piles of newspapers and discarded papers, bedding, carpets, air ducts, dusty attics, even lampshades and dirty laundry. In fact, mites can be found virtually anywhere. That's why the first thing you should do to get rid of mites is declutter your house or office.

What are mites attracted to?

Mites are attracted to carbon dioxide (a product of breathing) and heat, and use these to locate hosts. Mites cannot jump or fly and must crawl. Mites are usually found in rooms such as kitchens, family rooms, bedrooms, and work areas that contain the highest concentrations of carbon dioxide.