From our clothing to the furniture and rugs, many pet owners are struggling this time of year with shedding. It can seem like hair is everywhere, and a never-ending battle in your home. But it may surprise you to know that your pet’s shedding can also have an effect on your home’s HVAC system.
Milford, NH Homeowner Struggles With Dirty Air Filter
A customer in Milford, NH recently called our office. He was convinced that there was a problem with his HVAC system. He was diligently changing his filter at regular intervals, but the dirt and build-up was leaving a grimy mess. The homeowner tried reducing the time in between filter changes, but continued to see the same results.
A quick visit to the home and our technician immediately identified the source. The homeowner had two large dogs. The pet hair and dander in the air were the source of what was causing the air filter to collect buildup over such a short span of time.
While it can be frustrating, homeowners with shedding pets often need to change their air filter more frequently. Leaving the air filter dirty can reduce your system’s efficiency, raising energy costs and can ultimately cause damage to the unit.
Reduce Pet’s Hair To Alleviate It’s Effect On The HVAC System
The advice we gave this Milford homeowner was to try to control the hair and dander at the source, on his dogs. Regularly brushing them outdoors will cut down on the amount of pet debris circulating through the home. It is also key to remove the hair from the furniture, floors and bedding regularly. This will help to keep the hair and dander from your pets from affecting your heating and cooling system.
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