5 HVAC Tips for Pet Owners

09/09/2020

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For pet owners, dander and fur may be the cause of air pollution in the households that may trigger allergies and sneezing. We may live comfortably in our homes, not knowing about the air's contaminants, especially when living with pets.

When there is extensive contamination of indoor air, you may experience some symptoms. Symptoms of poor indoor quality include:

• Dizziness
• Headaches
• Congestion of sinuses
• Fatigue
• Breath shortness
• Hypersensitivity
• Allergies

Apart from affecting your indoor quality, your pet's fur may cause issues with your HVAC unit. It would be wise to take a look at a few elements to keep your HVAC unit running and improve air quality:

Pet Grooming

The main agenda of pet grooming is to avoid fur shedding. Pet fur causes clogging of the filters and causes inefficiency in cooling, heating, and ventilation. The first step to maintaining your HVAC system is by grooming your furry companion regularly.

Change Your HVAC Filters

For most pet owners, fur and dander may be the main culprit for clogging filters. In addition to dust and hair, pet fur may block your filters which prevent airflow. A clogged system may use a lot of energy trying to ventilate and cool your space. Thus, it is best to clean your air filters and replace them when necessary.

Air Purifiers

Installing air purifiers will help to reduce the workload on your HVAC system. The air purifiers will help remove pet fur before it's sucked into the vents and onto your filters.

Clean the Air Vents

The vents may be blocked by dust, hair, and fur that eventually find their way to the air filters. The blockage prevents free airflow and causes mechanical problems with your system. Even so, dirty vents mean more contamination of your indoor air. When vacuuming your surfaces, carpets, and furniture, don't forget about the vents and make sure they are clean and free from pet fur.

Home Cleaning

The other way to prevent pet fur from clogging your vents is by thoroughly cleaning your home. Pet dander may stick to surfaces such as rags, carpets, fabrics, and furniture. Give your home a regular deep clean and improve the indoor air quality. Clean your carpets and clothes to avoid fur build-up and vacuum to keep your home dander and dust-free.

Call Us Today

The best way to ensure that your HVAC system is at peak performance is by scheduling regular maintenance. That said, it would be best to give an HVAC professional a call and get your cooling unit checked. The professionals will provide advice on how to maintain your HVAC and scheduled maintenance practices. We will help with professional cleaning and tuning of your air conditioner and ensure it works efficiently while keeping your energy bills low.

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