Locating Dust Mites
Dust mites are microscopic and can not be seen without the aid of a microscope.
However, if you were to look at one with a microscope, you would be shocked that they may be living in your house and more than likely, in your bed. The adult dust mite is almost translucent in color and has eight hairy legs. While they do not have any eyes, or antennae, they have a mouth-type part on the front of the body that looks like a head.
As you can not see the dust mites with the naked eye, you may never notice they are in your home unless you suspect them from your allergy symptoms. In order to determine if dust mites are living in your home, you would need to collect samples from your furniture and carpeting to be tested by someone who can recognize dust mites with the use of a microscope.
There are other tests now on the market to help you detect dust mites in your home. One test is shaped like a dipstick. This will actually test for the existence of dust mite waste or feces. This can help to determine the level of dust mites in your carpets and the test generally sells for under $10. If you do find that your home is harboring dust mites, there are powders and sprays on the market that will help you to kill them. These types of test kits can be found in many drug stores and shops that specialize in environmental control.