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Mike McFadden, CMI®
Hero Inspection Services
(407) 630-4973
team@herohomeinspections.com
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Michael Whittaker Earns Certified Master Inspector® Designation.
Orlando, Florida. (April 25, 2023)– Hero Inspection Services is pleased to announce that Michael Whittaker is now credentialed as a Certified Master Inspector (CMI)®, which is the home inspection industry’s top professional designation.
The Master Inspector Certification Board has awarded the Certified Master Inspector (CMI)® designation to Mr. Whittaker for demonstrating the highest level of competency by completing 1,000 fee-paid inspections and/or hours of inspection-related Continuing Education, for having been in the inspection business for at least three years, for abiding by the industry’s toughest Code of Ethics, and for agreeing to periodic background checks.
Mr. Whittaker wishes to thank his clients and colleagues for their continued support of Hero Inspection Services.
Hero Inspection Services has been serving the Orlando area for the past nine years, specializing in both new-construction inspections, inspections of existing homes, with an emphasis on new home buyers and indoor air quality.

Dust mites are microscopic creatures that thrive in warm, humid environments, such as mattresses, pillows, carpets, and upholstery. They measure only 0.2-0.3 millimeters in length and cannot be seen with the naked eye. Dust mites feed on dead skin cells shed by humans and pets, which can accumulate in bedding, upholstery, and carpet fibers.

Although dust mites themselves are harmless, their feces and body parts can trigger allergies and asthma in sensitive individuals. So, what can you do to control their population in your home?

Wash your sheets, pillowcases, and blankets in hot water (at least 130 degrees Fahrenheit) once a week to kill dust mites and remove their allergens. If you do not want to wash your bedding in hot water, placing them in the dryer on high will also do the trick. It will also help to encase your mattresses, box springs, and pillows in allergy-proof covers made of tightly woven fabric that can trap dust mites and their feces.

Use a vacuum cleaner with a HEPA filter to clean your carpets, rugs, upholstery, and drapes weekly. Dust surfaces with a damp cloth or a microfiber cloth that can capture dust and mites instead of spreading them in the air. Avoid using feather dusters or dry cloths, which can disperse dust and mites.

Maintain low humidity in your home by using a dehumidifier or an air conditioner. Dust mites thrive in moist environments, so reducing the humidity can discourage their growth. Fix any leaks or water damage promptly to prevent mold growth, which can also trigger allergies.

Minimize clutter in your home, especially in the bedroom, where dust mites can accumulate on piles of clothes, books, and toys. Store items in plastic containers or bins that can be easily cleaned or wiped down.
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Although you cannot completely eliminate a dust mite population from your home, the above suggestions will help to drastically reduce their numbers.