MATTRESS Sanitizing*

Why Sanitize mattresses? There is a growing amount of scientific data that reveals better environmental hygiene improves health. The Environmental Protection Agency has consistently ranked indoor air pollution among the top five environmental risks to public health, and according to the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology, "50 percent of all illnesses are caused by or aggravated by polluted indoor air."

So what are these indoor pollutants that can negatively affect our health? They include outdoor pollutants brought inside, combustion products, contamination from chemical products used by the consumer, and biological contamination. This is why EPA statistics show that levels of many airborne pollutants can be 100 to 500 percent higher indoors than outdoors.

Bio-pollutants include dog- and cat- dander, dust mites and cockroach allergens. These indoor pollutants act as triggers for asthma and other respiratory ailments. Over 40 million Americans suffer from allergies due to these pollutants. Children are the most at risk, as their lungs are still in the developmental stage.

The No.1 indoor allergen source? The common house dust mite. Dust mites are microscopic, eight-legged arachnids (not insects) 0.3mm in, length. They are invisible to the human eye, so small they can crawl through the weave of bedding fabrics.
 

Dust mites feed on tiny flakes of shed human skin cells. The average adult sheds about 2 pounds of skin per year. This will feed millions of dust mites. The dust mite is not what causes the problem; this lies with a protein found in the fecal matter called Der pl. The fecal mater is lighter than air and becomes airborne when disturbed by activity like fluffing pillows and tossing and turning during the night. The airborne particles are inhaled; the protein Der pI breaks down the protective mucous lining of the eyes, nose, lungs and skin. The allergens enter the body and cause an overreaction of the human immune system. According to a study published by The National Institute of Environmental Health, 46 percent of North American homes have bedding with enough dust mite allergens to cause allergies.

Pets in the Home?. Proteins in a pet’s dander, saliva and urine cause pet allergies. Grooming by cats cause the saliva on fur to become airborne, which in turn triggers the allergic reaction. Allergy sufferers should not have pets, but of course they do.

The mattress is, without a doubt, the dirtiest object we have close contact with during 1/3 of our lives. The causes of this unhygienic and health threatening state of affairs are numerous and complex. Men, women and children spend years on mattresses that are extremely soiled and thus dangerous to their health. It is erroneous to believe that a sheet will protect against this kind of dirt. The dirt consists of micro particles (1 - 20 microns).

Symptoms of dust mite allergy are: 

• Wheezing or tight chest
• Itchy or watery eyes
• Hayfever
• Coughing, especially at night
• Blocked nose
• Sneezing or sinus symptoms
• Eczema

Dust mite allergy facts: 

• Dust mites like warm, dark and humid conditions... Like Your Mattress! 
• 90% of people with asthma have an allergy to dust mites
• You can be exposed to up to 2 million mites in your mattress

It is well documented and acknowledged internationally, that the presence of dust mites in homes is directly responsible for numerous respiratory illnesses and even skin diseases. One of these ailments, asthma, is increasing at an alarming rate among children worldwide and is causing widespread concern.

What else might be found in our homes?

Bacteria
Several species of the tiny one celled life forms, often called bacilli, cause disease. In some cases they are even resistant to antibiotics.

Viruses
Without exception, the members of this class of micro organisms are pathogens which can cause infections, fever and other symptoms. Some types of viruses have become much more aggressive in the past several decades.

Spores
Spores spread in the form of fungi. They can cause diseases, in particular a fungal infection of the skin, which can be hard to treat.

Flakes of Dry Skin
The human body sheds as much as 1.5g of dry skin flakes per day. That is more than one pound every year! People with psoriasis lose many times more. A large amount of this dry skin ends up in the mattress and grows bacteria, becoming rancid and causing an unpleasant rancid odor. That typical bedroom odor!

So.........What can you do about it?

Allow us to Sanitize your mattresses with our safe and effective system.

Our special Allergen sanitizers can also be applied to most upholstered furniture and carpets.

If you or your family suffers from the symptoms shown above, try this service. The process takes only 20 - 30 minutes for a full size mattress and should be done every 6 months for maximum effectiveness.

We use professional "Plant Based" Natural hypo-allergenic products specifically designed to service homes of people who have allergies or may be sensitive to harsh chemicals. After initial professional treatment we can provide professional treatment products to enable the homeowner to control this problem between professional cleanings.

Special Pricing:

Average charges $60/ single size, $70/ full size, $75 for Queen/King size for first mattress.*

• Additional mattresses at same address @ reduced pricing 
• Minimum order required 

*Please note, this is mattress sanitizing for allergy sufferers. Although cleaning does take place, there is no guarantee removal of stains. That service would require additional time and different chemicals but can be performed at the same time at additional cost.