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Your furry family member affects your home, and this includes your HVAC system. Every family with pets should understand the impact their pet has on their system and what unique things they should do to set up and maintain it. Doing so, with the help of your HVAC contractor, will protect your beloved family member while keeping your system running efficiently and safely.

What Are Some Pet Owner Tips for HVAC Maintenance?

1. Maximize Air Quality

Every HVAC system has air filters in it, which catch airborne allergens such as dust and pollen. Your HVAC contractor replaces this filter during every tune-up, but you’ll need to change it more often on your own as well. Your pet tracks in more dirt while leaving dander and fur around the house. This clogs up your air filter quicker than a home without a pet. Simply compensate for this by replacing your filter every four to six weeks. If you want to further improve your indoor air quality, then install an air purifier.

2. Clean Ducts and Vents

hvac contractorAll your pet’s fur, dander, and dirt will get stuck in the vents and the ducts. Pets like to sit on top of floor vents to enjoy the cool breeze, so vacuum these or dust them off every couple of weeks. An annual thorough washing and scrubbing will remove the more stubborn grime. Schedule professional duct cleaning every three years with your HVAC contractor to pull out the debris inside the ducts you cannot get out on your own.

3. Prevent Pet Damage

If your pet can access any part of the HVAC system, they may chew through a wire or pee on an electrical component. This can both damage your system and cause physical harm to your dog or cat. Tuck wires away behind furniture or enclose them in a hard metal conduit, so your pet doesn’t mistake them for a toy. Put a fence around the outdoor unit, so playing kids and pets in the backyard can’t reach it. Place the fence at least a couple of feet away from the fins, since the outdoor unit needs free-moving airflow around it to work efficiently.

 

Doug Mapston is the trusted HVAC contractor in Manlius, NY, serving Onondaga and Madison Counties. Their team has more than 20 years of experience installing and maintaining systems, so they run efficiently and safely for the whole family. Learn more about the services they offer on their website, and call (315) 682-7181 to schedule an appointment with their heating and air conditioning contractor.

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