Owning pets can be a significant source of joy in life, and often they become a part of the family. Of course, there are specific responsibilities you take on when you bring a furry friend home. However, one thing pet parents may be unaware of is the impact they have on the HVAC system. With preventative maintenance, it can help keep your unit running smoothly. 

Why Pets May Impact HVAC

We all know that no matter how well you groom them, dogs and cats are going to shed some hair. It is recommended that you do brush and groom them regularly, but even so, you will need to keep an eye on the effects of their hair on your heating, venting, and air conditioning system. Pet hair and dander can compromise the air quality and, in turn, become allergens and pollutants. Dirt, dander, and hair can also cause clogged filters, decrease ventilation, and build up in internal parts of your HVAC system, causing it harm.

Additionally, you may have pets that enjoy using your HVAC parts or wires as a chew toy or as a restroom. You may be able to stop this, or they may outgrow it, but it can be a safety and health issue for both you and your pet if it is behavior that continues.

What You Can Do 

All of these hazards to your system and air quality can be identified, stopped, and treated during preventative maintenance. The harder your system has to work due to dirty components or clogged filters, the less life you will get out of it, and you will also pay more to keep it running.  Over time, these issues can also add up to result in big problems. Preventative maintenance can sustain your system in the long run and keep the air quality high for your home. Consider these actions:

• Air quality evaluations
• Replace or clean air filters
• Clean internal components and ducts
• Get an air purifier
• Groom your pet and clean up hair

Whether your home is pet-friendly or pet-free, you can count on Rick Ogden Heating & Air Conditioning for all of your HVAC services. Serving Loveland, OH, and the surrounding counties, this family-owned business has been around since 1982. Their friendly and knowledgeable technicians are available 24/7 and are specialists in heating, cooling, and air quality for homes and light commercial facilities. Give them a call at (513) 683-3714 or visit them online to learn more about their products and services.