Heating Tips For Pet Owners

As the weather gets colder, you’ll probably spend more time indoors.

Your heating system brings you comfort on long winter nights.

Your pets enjoy the warmth during the winter and cool air in the summer just like you do.

However, dogs and cats can also wreak havoc on your heating system.

Thankfully, we have some tips to protect your heating system so you and fido aren’t left out in the cold.

Groom Your Pet Often

When was the last time you had your pet groomed?

Pet hair and dander clogs up your HVAC system’s filters and ducts.

To avoid clogs, schedule regular grooming visits and brush your pet’s loose fur and dander.

The less fur that gets shed in the home, the longer life your HVAC system will have.

Regular Dog Grooming helps prevent clogging, internal damage, and extends the life of your heating system

Don’t Let Pets Near the Outdoor Unit

If your pets go outdoors, they might damage your outdoor HVAC units.

Their hair can clog the outdoor unit.

Also, they might urinate on or bite electrical wires connected to the unit.

It’s best to keep any outdoor pets away from the outdoor condensers.

A fence or shrubs around the unit may prevent pets from interfering with it.

Check your units for any sign of corrosion. This may have been caused by your pet’s urine.

Dog urine can corrode outdoor HVAC units. — Dog and cat urine can corrode outdoor HVAC units. Don’t let this happen to you!

Replace HVAC Filters on a Regular Basis

HVAC system filters keep your system clear of dust, dirt, human hair, and pet hair.

These filters need to be replaced every 1 to 2 months to ensure proper function and efficiency.

Use high-efficiency filters that are compatible with your system.

Not sure which filter to use? “Just Call Landry”, our heating experts are able to help you with system filter replacement.

Heating filters get dirty faster than you think. If you have pets you'll have to replace them more often. — Heating filters get dirty faster than you think. If you have pets you’ll have to replace them more often.

Clean Your Home Regularly

Pet hair often collects on carpets, floor, and other surfaces.

Cleaning your home on a regular basis can keep hair out of your heating system.

Wipe down dusty services with soap and water.

Use a vacuum with a HEPA filter to thoroughly remove pet and human hair.

Cleaning on a weekly basis is enough to extend the life of your filter & heating system.

This Dog is cute, but pet hair on your furniture isn't! Regular house cleaning prevents pet hair from entering your HVAC system — This Dog is cute, but pet hair on your furniture isn’t! Regular house cleaning prevents pet hair from entering your HVAC system

Schedule Your Routine Maintenance With Landry Mechanical!

Professional inspections are crucial for long-term HVAC system health.

HVAC inspections can identify issues before they turn into large problems.

Our experienced technicians here at Landry Mechanical are here to help.

Our experienced technicians remove pet hair, replace dirty filters, and extend the life time of your system.

Landry Mechanical also offers Landry Premium Care Memberships that feature yearly maintenance, discounts on repairs, and a credit for HVAC system upgrades.

Are you worried about your pets effecting your HVAC system? “Just Call Landry” to schedule your heating tune-up today!