Simple Tips For Pet Owners To Improve Their Indoor Air Quality

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Your overall quality of life can be greatly increased if you own a canine or feline companion. Caring for a pet provides comfort and happiness for people all over the world. The lasting bonds between pets and their owners can be rewarding. However, pets and indoor air quality may not go hand in hand if you are not careful. Hairy animals can reduce indoor air quality (IAQ). But, with the tips that follow, you can avoid any of the issues that come along with bad air quality and pets. Furthermore, you can maintain a healthy home environment. [maxbutton id="5" text="Explore Our HVAC Services" ] [maxbutton id="1" text="Call To Schedule A Free, In-Home Estimate" ]

Why Owning A Pet Can Cause Poor Indoor Air Quality

Lots of factors can impact the IAQ of a building. Pets cause a rise in airborne particulates. The HVAC system cycles and distributes their fur and dander in the home. Consequently, these particulates clog and ruin the efficiency of all cooling, heating, air filtration, and ventilation equipment. This means pet owners need to work harder to keep their indoor air cleaner than those who don't own pets. The airborne particulates from pets will irritate you if you have pet allergies or existing respiratory conditions. Keeping your air clean will protect your guests as well as those who live with you.

Optimal Indoor Air Quality Starts With Excellent HVAC Filtration

The best thing a pet owner can do to make sure they have healthy indoor air quality is to have an HVAC system with excellent filtration. Air filters remove tiny particulates floating through the home. It is necessary to regularly monitor, change, and replace your air filters. Otherwise, people in your home will breathe in these pollutants. If the air filters become too clogged with particulates, they will re-release them into the air. Since it’s clogged, fewer particulates will be able to be picked up. This will eventually prevent your HVAC system from working as efficiently as it should. If you own multiple dogs and cats, you'll find your HVAC air filter may need a replacement about every 30 to 45 days. Check often to determine when an HVAC air filter replacement is necessary for your home. [maxbutton id="1" text="Call Today: (860) 745-0326" ]

Practice Good Pet Grooming

To improve your IAQ, it’s essential to regularly groom your animal. Brushing your dog or cat’s fur helps to minimize shedding. Make sure to also clean out their litter boxes, kennels, and any other areas you use for your pet. The fewer pet messes, the less your lungs will have to deal with particulates. A high-power and quality vacuum cleaner with a HEPA filter is essential, even if your home doesn’t have carpeting. A good vacuum with attachments is helpful to collect pet hairs and dander fabric-covered items like upholstered furnishings, removable rugs, and drapes. [maxbutton id="5" text="Learn How You Can Improve Your Indoor Air Quality" ] [maxbutton id="1" text="Call To Schedule A Free Consultation" ]

How UV Lights And Dehumidifiers Can Help Pet Owners Improve Their IAQ

UV lighting is also helpful at cleansing and purifying your indoor air. It's impossible to ignore the large number of germs our pets can carry and transmit, even if they are just outside for a couple of minutes. They can bring in organisms that will come indoors, multiply, and become airborne. UV lights can help to eliminate dangerous bacteria, mold spores, and other harmful pollutants before they spread. They can be installed by an HVAC contractor directly into HVAC ductwork or next to the evaporator coil. Since the UV lights are outside the living area, they have no direct impact on pets or people living in the home. High humidity is something you will want to address as well. Excess indoor moisture is indicated by mold near window sills or condensation on windows. A whole-house dehumidifier is worth considering because it will help your current HVAC system to manage humidity. Mold hazardous to the health of pets and humans, so dealing with excess humidity right away is best. Also, check with your HVAC contractor to see if a whole-house air purifier may be helpful for your home.

 

The Importance Of Performing Regular HVAC Ductwork Inspections

Regular HVAC ductwork inspections are also important to help improve your IAQ. Ductwork is the perfect spot for harmful mold to grow. It can also have lots of dander, dirt, and other debris inside. The functionality and efficiency of your HVAC equipment can be limited by this, as well as create problems with excess humidity. Ductwork maintenance and inspections will improve your indoor air quality as well as protect your health. [maxbutton id="1" text="Call To Schedule An Appointment" ]

 

Tuning Your HVAC System Up For Optimum Efficiency

Schedule for your HVAC system to be tuned up along with having ductwork inspections done. These simple services can extend the lifetime of your HVAC systems. But, this is only true if this maintenance is regularly performed. These tune-ups can also allow you to get the best value and function from this necessary home equipment. Proper humidity and temperature control are assured when you have a high-functioning HVAC and air filtration system. Maintaining excellent air quality is possible even when sharing your home with furry friends.

 

Call Miller Oil Company To Learn More Indoor Air Quality Solutions

Miller Oil Company offers superior heating and cooling services in Hartford County, Connecticut. We hire the best NATE certified technicians who can provide you with excellent HVAC tune-ups, repairs, installations, and replacements. Each of our techs has the knowledge and experience to service your HVAC system correctly. Miller Oil Company guarantees the most competitive heating and cooling service costs in the area. Our maintenance services can improve your comfort and energy efficiency while reducing your home cooling costs. If you are interested in improving your indoor air quality, then look no further. Our experts know the most advanced solutions to achieve all of your home comfort needs. All of our services are affordable and we back all of our work with a guarantee to ensure your satisfaction. To schedule an appointment, give Miller Oil Company a call today. We offer free, in-home estimates. [maxbutton id="1" text="Call Now: (860) 745-0326" ] [maxbutton id="15" text="Read Our Reviews" ] Click here to contact us today or give us a call at (860) 745-0326 if you have any questions.

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