Dust mites are invisible to the naked eye but their faecal pellets contain proteins triggering allergic reactions. A single gram of house dust can contain up to 500 mites. Bird mites drop from empty nests in summer and seek a new host โ often humans.

High humidity (above 70%) in bedrooms and living areas
Bird nests in roof spaces, eaves, or window ledges
Dense soft furnishings and wall-to-wall carpeting
Inadequate ventilation in bedrooms and bathrooms
High skin cell shedding in bedding and mattresses
Worsening asthma or hay fever symptoms at home
Intense crawling sensation on skin especially at night
Small red bite marks in groups on skin
Visible mites (bird mites) on walls and window sills
Sneezing and runny nose triggered specifically at home
A scientific, 3-stage approach to ensuring your space remains pest-free, safe, and certified.

Technician identifies whether dust mites, bird mites, or another species is responsible using sampling and inspection.

For bird mites: nest removal + residual acaricide. For dust mites: HEPA vacuum + acaricide to mattresses, carpets, and soft furnishings.

Humidity reduction recommendations, mattress encasement, and ventilation improvements to prevent recurrence.
Significant allergen reduction within 1 week
Addresses both dust mites and bird mites
HEPA vacuuming removes mite bodies and allergen particles
Mattress encasement provided for long-term protection
Treatment reduces asthma and eczema trigger exposure
Exact quote provided free before any treatment begins. No hidden fees.
Every job is handled by a Pestyfy-vetted technician who follows our standardised process โ inspect first, treat only whats needed, and keep your home safe.
We match you with the best available technician in your area. You will receive their details before they arrive.

Our Safety-First protocol uses EPA-registered solutions that are tough on pests but gentle on your loved ones. You don't have to choose between a clean home and a safe one.
If pests return between scheduled visits, we return for free.

Everything you need to know before booking. Still have questions? Call us anytime.
No. Dust mites are 0.2โ0.3mm in size and translucent. They are only visible under microscope. Bird mites at 0.5โ1mm may be visible as tiny moving specks.
Reducing dust mite allergen levels in the home is one of the most evidence-based environmental interventions for allergic asthma. Most families notice improvement within 2โ4 weeks.
Bird mites live on birds and in their nests. When fledglings leave or a nest is abandoned, mites seek a new host and enter through roof gaps, vents, and ceiling light fittings.
Maintain bedroom humidity below 50%, use allergen-proof mattress and pillow encasements, wash bedding weekly at 60ยฐC, and vacuum with a HEPA filter.
Yes. After the 2-hour evacuation, all treated surfaces are safe. We use a water-based acaricide with no harmful residue after drying.
Still have a question? Our team responds within 1 hour.
Experience the Pestyfy difference โ free inspection, same-day booking, and a service team that genuinely cares about your home.