If you live in Auburndale, FL and share your home with furry friends, you know pets bring joy—and a fair amount of hair, dander, and odors. While we love them like family, they can take a toll on your indoor air quality and HVAC system if you’re not prepared.
At Freedom Air Conditioning, we’ve helped countless families across Winter Haven, Lakeland, Bartow, Haines City, and nearby communities breathe cleaner air—even with pets in the picture. Below are the best HVAC tips to keep your indoor environment fresh, healthy, and efficient.
1. Replace Air Filters More Frequently
Most homes should replace air filters every 2–3 months. But if you have pets—especially multiple dogs or cats—you should aim for every 30 to 45 days. Pet hair and dander clog filters fast, restricting airflow and reducing HVAC efficiency.
Pro Tip:
Choose HEPA-rated filters or those with a MERV rating of 10 or higher for better filtration of allergens and fine particles.
2. Invest in Air Purification or Filtration Add-ons
Installing an air purifier or whole-home air filtration system is a smart move for pet owners. These systems work with your existing HVAC setup to remove:
- Pet dander
- Odors
- Dust and pollen
- Bacteria and airborne viruses
We recommend UV light filters, electrostatic purifiers, or media air cleaners as part of your clean air strategy. Ask us which works best for your square footage and duct layout.
3. Schedule Duct Cleaning
Over time, pet hair and dander build up in your ducts—especially if your filters aren’t catching everything. That buildup gets circulated back into your living space every time the HVAC runs.
A professional duct cleaning every few years helps:
- Reduce allergens
- Improve system performance
- Eliminate bad odors
If you’ve never had your ducts cleaned, or if you’ve recently adopted a pet, now might be the perfect time.
4. Vacuum Regularly with a HEPA Filter
While this tip isn’t about your HVAC system directly, your home’s cleanliness affects your air quality. Regular vacuuming (especially on carpet and upholstery) helps remove hair and dander before they ever reach your air filters.
Make sure your vacuum has a HEPA-rated filter, or you’ll just blow allergens back into the air.
5. Groom Your Pets Often
Less shedding = less debris in the air. Regular grooming—especially for long-haired breeds—reduces the volume of hair your HVAC system has to manage.
Bathe your pets regularly and brush them outdoors when possible. A cleaner pet means cleaner air.
6. Seal Leaky Ducts and Improve Ventilation
If your ductwork is leaky, it can pull in contaminants from attics, crawlspaces, or garages. Sealing your ducts improves both air quality and system efficiency. It also prevents pet-related pollutants from cycling where they shouldn’t.
Ask Freedom Air Conditioning about duct inspections and air sealing services in Auburndale, Dundee, Lake Alfred, and beyond.
7. Install a Dehumidifier
Florida humidity is no joke, and high moisture levels encourage:
- Mold growth
- Odors
- Dust mites
A whole-home dehumidifier keeps humidity in the ideal 40–60% range, making your home less hospitable to allergens. It also helps with pet odor control, especially in rooms with litter boxes or puppy pads.
8. Schedule Routine HVAC Maintenance
Your HVAC unit works overtime when pets are involved. With extra hair and dander in the mix, routine professional maintenance is critical.
During a tune-up, we’ll:
- Clean your coils
- Inspect blower components
- Replace filters (if needed)
- Check duct integrity
- Recommend solutions for any pet-related HVAC strain
Freedom Air Conditioning Is Here to Help
Whether you’re in Auburndale, Lakeland, Winter Haven, Bartow, or Haines City, Freedom Air Conditioning can help you create a home that’s healthy for both people and pets.
We’re family-owned, locally trusted, and proud to offer full-service HVAC support to fellow pet lovers.
📍 Visit Us
Freedom Air Conditioning
207 Gandy Rd, Suite B
Auburndale, FL 33823
📞 (863) 229-7058
🌐 www.myfreedomair.net
Breathe easier with your pets—call Freedom Air Conditioning today to schedule a filter upgrade, duct cleaning, or indoor air quality inspection. Let’s make your home as comfortable for your lungs as it is for your pets!
