B6.5 Insects: Dust mites
Survey Data
Percentage of houses Total houses surveyed Change since 2006 Carpets in houses - carpets provide a known breeding place for dust mites No carpet, or rugs only 78% 7712 3% Some carpeted rooms 12% 7712 2% All rooms carpeted 9% 7712 -6% Insulation and ventilation to reduce condensation and humidity in the house Roof insulated 37% 7712 3% No roof insulation or not known if insulation installed 63% 7712 -3% Walls insulated 26% 5798 4% No wall insulation or not known if insulation installed 74% 5798 -4% Shower room ventilation 89% 7683 2% Kitchen area ventilated 89% 5683 2%
