

According to folklore, dust is made up of human skin. Of course in reality, it’s not true. Although human skin is a part of dust, dust is actually various things. So what exactly is dust composed of and how is it affecting your indoor air quality?

The Source

There are only two places that dust can come from, indoors and outdoors, and we are the people that are bringing dust inside from the outdoors. The outdoor part of dust is made up of soil particles and pollen brought in on our shoes or through open doors and windows. This contributes to about two-thirds of the dust in your interior.


Dust Mites

Whenever we speak of dust, we must also talk about dust mites. Dust mites are tiny arachnids and their main food source is dead human skin cells and they make up a majority of dust. Dust mite droppings are the most common cause of allergy and asthma symptoms according to the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology. Dust mites also prosper in humidity, so by upholding a successfully humidified home, you’re able to cushion their impact.

What Can You Do?


Your indoor air quality is crucial to us. We will work with you to keep your home environment as comfortable as possible. If you have any questions about your air quality or anything important to the comfort of your home, our specialists are just a phone call away. We make it easy to schedule an appointment with us by giving us a call at 540-369-3790.

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