Carpets and rugs make walking barefoot at home more comfortable, but we aren’t the only ones who enjoy having them around. Many microorganisms and dirt particles love to live in carpet fibers, where they can trigger allergies, asthma attacks, and other respiratory problems. Here are just a few of the allergens you should remove from your home with regular carpet cleaning.

5 Common Allergy Triggers in Your Carpet

1. Dirt & Dust

Dirt and dust settle in all the nooks and crannies of your home, just  waiting to be disturbed. They also collect in the fibers of your carpet, attracting organisms like mites, pollen, and spores, which are common allergy triggers. Even frequent vacuuming isn’t enough to clean your carpet completely, since these allergens embed deep in plush fibers, so hire a carpet cleaning service a couple times a year for a thorough clean.  

2. Mites

Microscopic and spider-like, mites are pests that thrive on dust and consume dead skin cells shed by people and animals. Their waste and body fragments rise into the air and trigger reactions like coughing and sneezing. Control the mite population in your home by washing your linens, reducing indoor humidity, and scheduling routine carpet cleaning.

3. Pet Dander

Pets love laying on carpets, shedding fur and dead skin cells that get trapped in its fibers. Pet hair also attracts other irritants like dust, fleas, and pollen, so make sure to vacuum and steam your carpets regularly if you have animals around the house.  

4. Pollen

Pollen, one of the main culprits of seasonal allergies, enters homes through open windows or clothing and shoes. It settles into carpet fibers and upholstery, where it can be hard to reach. During the spring, when pollen levels are the highest, experts recommend professional carpet cleaning if one of your family members suffers from seasonal allergies.

5. Mold

Mold, one of the most harmful types of allergens, is a health hazard that can severely damage our respiratory system. It’s caused by excess moisture, such as steamy showers and unaddressed leaks, and the spores it releases into the air can cause coughing, wheezing, and throat and eye irritation. If you notice mildew or mold growth in your home, bring in a professional to remove it.

Keep allergens at bay with routine carpet cleaning from Polar Carpet Cleaning in Anchorage, AK. They manually scrub your carpets to remove trapped particles, then use a van-mounted steamer to sanitize the whole surface. Send them a message on their website, or call (907) 227-5953 to request a free quote.