How Pet Owners Can Maintain Indoor Air Quality
Sharing your home with a furry friend brings joy and companionship, but it also means extra responsibility when it comes to your indoor air. Pet dander, hair, and odors can all affect the air you breathe—and not just for allergy sufferers. Keeping your home’s air clean is essential for everyone’s comfort and well-being.
Understand How Pets Affect Air Quality
Pets naturally shed dander—tiny skin flakes—and fur that can clog filters and circulate through your home’s air. In addition to allergens, pet-related debris can contribute to dust buildup and even create a breeding ground for bacteria if not managed regularly.
Vacuum and Dust More Frequently
One of the simplest ways to keep airborne particles under control is by stepping up your cleaning routine. We recommend vacuuming high-traffic areas and pet hangouts at least twice a week. Use a vacuum with a HEPA filter to trap fine particles instead of recirculating them. Dusting with microfiber cloths also helps keep surfaces cleaner and prevents pet dander from becoming airborne, improving indoor air quality.
Invest in a Quality Air Purifier
Air purifiers with HEPA filters can help capture pet hair, dander, and odors from the air. Place them in areas where your pets spend the most time. While they’re not a complete solution, they work well in tandem with proper HVAC maintenance and household cleaning.
Keep Your HVAC System Clean
Your HVAC system plays a key role in filtering and circulating the air throughout your home. For pet owners, air filters can become dirty more quickly and need to be changed more often—usually every 1–2 months. Upgrading to a high-efficiency filter can also help trap smaller particles like dander and allergens.
Schedule Routine Duct Cleaning
Over time, pet hair and dust can settle in your air ducts, reducing airflow and air quality. If it’s been a few years since your last duct cleaning—or if you notice more pet odors or allergy symptoms—it may be time to have them professionally cleared by a duct cleaning specialist.
Let ACR Air Conditioning & Heating Inc Help You Breathe Easier in Lake Charles
We know how important your pets are to your family, and we’re here to help you keep your home healthy for everyone—two- and four-legged alike. At ACR Air Conditioning & Heating Inc, we offer HVAC services in Lake Charles designed to support cleaner, more breathable indoor air.
Call us today to schedule a filter replacement, duct cleaning, or full indoor air quality assessment.
