What worked for us

[Bird Mites]

Several years ago we were very infested with birdmites. Several months later, after trying many things, we got rid of them. We want to share what we feel has been successful and encourage all sufferers to keep trying. We know the feelings of despair and wish you a very speedy recovery.

• Apple VINEGAR seems to slow their mobility (rub in hair, flush with very warm water)
• Mattresses and pillows must be covered with medium-strong plastic sheets–wrap and tape all overlapping edges with clear tape
• Launder everything often, but keep drying 10-15 minutes past dry stage (very important to kill mites)
• For carpet, spray with white vinegar ahead of hot steam shampooer
• Repeated use of insecticide aerosol spray cans according to directions–open all inside doors and drawers. (Our health has stayed good after multiple times of “bombing”.)
• Early on, tape closed all cracks around doors and windows big enough for ants to enter house; keep doors and windows closed as much as possible
• Rid house of all plants and bird food
• Especially for bedroom walls and ceilings: use Swiffer wand to wash with white vinegar (one kind of mite floats down)

• This topic was modified 4 years, 10 months ago by Bird Mites.
• This topic was modified 4 years, 10 months ago by Bird Mites.
• This topic was modified 4 years, 10 months ago by Bird Mites.

[CNDNGirl]

Thanks for these tips Scott. It’s always great to hear from someone on the “other side” of this mess. I have been using Pinesol to wash floors/walls, but perhaps vinegar is also worth building into my routine.

What insecticide did you use to bomb with? Which did you find the most effective?

Thanks,

– J

[Bird Mites]

I believe it was this one on Amazon.com

• This reply was modified 4 years, 10 months ago by Bird Mites.

[CNDNGirl]

Thanks! I will take a look.

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