It could be. You may love your feline, but there’s no denying they have dander that can be breathed in and cause allergic reactions in some people. You can’t bear the thought of giving up Pumpkin, but you also don’t want your family to get sick and sacrifice their health. Fortunately, you can reduce dander in your home with regular carpet cleaning in Metro Detroit.
Did you know that a third of Americans are allergic to cats and dogs? Did you also know that twice as many people suffer from cat allergies as dog allergies? But first, let’s define what dander is. Dander is comprised of tiny flecks of skin that are consistently shed by animals such as cats and dogs, and other pets with feathers or fur.
That dander can spur allergy symptoms such as sneezing, coughing and runny noses. If you’re allergic to dust mites as well, you’ll suffer even more. Check out these ways you can ensure your cat-friendly home stays healthy and happy for the entire family.
Clean Furniture and Curtains
As you know, Fluffy enjoys lazing the day away on your cozy couches and sofas. But that’s also where most of the dander will be. It’s easy to clean if you have removable upholstery; simply remove it and wash it in hot water. Same is true for your curtains that may brush up against your cat on a daily basis. But if the upholstery is permanent, you will have to go a step further. Here are your options:
- Use cat dander removal products.
- Use lint brushes to get off excess hair and dander.
- Hire a professional upholstery cleaner in Michigan to wash it.
Wipe Down Surfaces
Using a clean cloth or towel, soak these in a mixture of hot water and multipurpose cleaner. Wipe down all surfaces, including walls and baseboards, focusing on areas where your cat prefers to spend time (bedroom, window seat, tabletops).
Avoid dry dusting with a feather duster; this just sends dander particles into the air, making it easy to settle on other areas in the home.
Vacuum Carpets
When you regularly vacuum your carpets, you’re doing your part to keep surface dander and dust off of the fibers. Each time you walk on the carpet, the fibers get disturbed and send more dander into the air.
Have Your Carpets Professionally Cleaned
There’s no denying that daily or weekly vacuuming is important. However, it won’t remove the ground-in dirt and dander that can infiltrate the pad of the carpet. You need something stronger for that. Ideally twice a year, it’s wise to hire a professional to clean your upholstery and carpets. Their powerful state-of-the-art equipment, combined with high water temperatures, draws out all the dust, dirt and dander so that it can be more easily removed.
By performing the above tasks, you can cohabitate with your cat in peace throughout the day without the sniffles.
Contact 1st Class Carpet Cleaning and Restoration Services
Our carpet cleaning pros can effectively remove allergens such as pet dander and dust mites deep down in the carpet fibers. This removes the root problem rather than disguises it. To schedule your appointment, call us at (248) 491-3088.
