Many homeowners in Broward, FL, have beloved pets, so chances are that includes you. Although you love your furry family member, it’s possible for their hair and dander to get into the air and lead to allergies. Your HVAC system can also have issues, but you can take these steps to maintain it while living with your pets.
Regularly Brush Your Pets
Brush your dog, cat or other furry pet regularly to tackle shedding. This improves your pet’s health, strengthens your bond and prevents excess hair from building up around your home. Doing this in an area away from your HVAC system’s airflow is best because it makes it easier to clean up and protects the system.
Frequently Change Air Filters
With pets, the air filters in your HVAC system can quickly become clogged, negatively impacting the air quality in your home. This means you will have to frequently change the filters at least once every two or three months. This should be enough, but check them regularly to see if they’re dirty.
Increase the Quality of Your Air Filter
Increasing the quality of your air filter is crucial when you have pets. A better filter allows all the dander and other allergens to be picked up and filtered out so that your family breathes in healthier air. Choose air filters with higher Minimum Efficiency Reporting Value (MERV) ratings, such as 10 through 12, so the system traps the dander.
Regularly Vacuum Your Home
Vacuuming can minimize the amount of hair and dander coming off your pet. You might want to do this once or twice per week, depending on how much they shed. Don’t ignore hard-to-reach corners and crevices, and use the right connection on your vacuum cleaner to get all the fur, dust and debris.
Schedule HVAC Maintenance Twice Per Year
Pet hair, dander and other allergens can cause extra strain on your HVAC system. Keep doing your part to minimize the debris but call one of our professionals for regular system maintenance twice per year. A service technician can provide you with a much-needed tuneup and give advice on how to protect it from pet hair and dander.
You can keep your HVAC system in tip-top shape when you have pets. If you live in the Broward, FL, area and need HVAC maintenance services, contact Cool Running Air to schedule an appointment.
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