There’s nothing better than coming home from a long day of work to your four legged family members. Although we all love our pets, they can make an impressive mess.
Even animals that are considered ‘hypo-allergenic’ often produce some kind of dander that makes its way into the air. All of the dander and hair produced by your pets can clog air filters and decrease your indoor air quality. Pets also bring in contaminants from outside, such as pests and dirt. Fortunately, there are a few things you can do to keep your indoor air quality high.
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Continue reading for HVAC tips for pet owners.
Close Off Your Indoor and Outdoor Units
Your pets may enjoy sniffing around your yard and garage. Because of this, you should do your best to close off your indoor and outdoor units. For your outdoor unit, consider installing a small fence to keep your pets away. For indoor units, you can use a baby gate or some other kind of barrier. Not only can it be dangerous for your pets to be around this equipment, but if their floating hair and dander gets pulled into the unit, it can become clogged.
When an HVAC unit becomes clogged, the lack of airflow can cause the evaporator coils to freeze or the blower to break. If this kind of issue happens, be sure to call a technician for AC repair as soon as possible.
Get the Proper Filters
Did you know that there are filters made for pet owners? These are called MERV11 and MERV13 filters. They are able to sift out the smallest particles that your pets bring into the house from outside, as well as their hair and dander.
For added protection, you can get a MERV13 filter. These sift out airborne viruses and bacteria. Because these filters take care of additional particles, you’ll need to replace them more often than standard filters. It’s best to replace these filters once every 1 to 2 months.
Regularly Clean the Ducts
This is one of the best ways to improve your indoor air quality. You can try to clean the ducts yourself, however this can be a lengthy process. Even if you attempt to, you probably don’t have the proper tools or equipment to get all the way into the ducts. When you schedule duct cleaning, the technicians will also complete an inspection. During a duct inspection, technicians will look for mold, mildew, animal droppings and other major contaminants. While a bit of dust and dander are normal, those other objects are not. Once the inspection is over, the technician will clean out your ducts to ensure you can breathe better.
Keep Carpets Clean
It’s always important to keep your carpets clean when you have pets. The more you let pet hair and dander build up on the carpet, the more it drifts into the air and into your ducts. If it seems like too much work to manually vacuum your carpets, you can purchase a vacuum robot. These automatically vacuum your carpets for you. Dusting your home is another great way to keep dander and hair from getting into your unit. When you clean your carpets, it can actually help your HVAC system work more efficiently and improve your indoor air quality.
Get Your Pet Groomed
If you have a pet that sheds a lot, you should be sure to schedule professional grooming for them on a regular basis. If this isn’t possible, be sure to brush them. When you brush them, throw that clump of hair out. This keeps your pet from shedding their hair all over your house, which then floats up into your vents and filter. Professional grooming also keeps your pets happy and healthy – it’s a win-win situation.
Schedule Regular Maintenance
Regular HVAC maintenance is incredibly important for pet owners. Here are all of the benefits of scheduling regular maintenance:
- Increase system lifespan
- Decrease risk of blocked airflow
- Save money with a maintenance advantage plan
- Reduce energy costs
So, what happens if your air filter becomes clogged? Air conditioners require proper airflow to cool your home. The fan in your unit blows air over the evaporator coils which use refrigerant to pull heat from the air. When airflow is blocked, the evaporator coils freeze up. There are a few other issues that can occur when your air filter becomes clogged. This is why it is important to keep your home clean and schedule regular maintenance.
When you schedule HVAC maintenance, you can expect your technician to clean and inspect the unit, replace the filter, clean the ducts and complete other basic maintenance tasks. This ensures that you stay in the know about how your HVAC system is functioning.
Dependable HVAC Midlothian Repair
For the best Midlothian HVAC repair in the area, you need Dial One Johnson Plumbing, Cooling and Heating. Our team knows that your pet is part of your family. That’s why we work hard to keep your indoor air quality high. Here are some of the indoor air quality services we provide:
- Duct cleaning and inspection
- HVAC maintenance
- Filtration system installation
- UV light filtration
If you are interested in one of these services, don’t hesitate to contact us. We also provide installations and repairs for a variety of HVAC systems including ductless mini-splits, central units and heat pumps.
We take pride in the service we provide – which is why we offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee. Our team will provide only the best customer service and workmanship possible. When you hire Dial One Johnson, you are hiring the most trusted HVAC contractors in Midlothian, TX.
To schedule an appointment with Dial One Johnson Plumbing, Cooling and Heating, call us at 469-518-4211.
Author Bio:
Sherrie Johnson-Hartsock
Dial One Johnson Plumbing, Cooling & Heating is now owned and operated by Sherrie Johnson-Hartsock, with his grandson, Daniel Johnson, a third-generation plumber who is also the Service Manager.