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The Impact of Pets on Indoor Air Quality in Your Chino, CA, Home

We love our pets, but inviting them into your household can have serious health effects for those with asthma, allergies or other respiratory problems. Animal hair, dander and other byproducts from your furry friends can become airborne, pulled into the HVAC system and then circulated throughout the living space. There are ways to keep your pets in your Chino, CA, home without risking your health.

Pet Shedding and Allergens

Pets shed many substances that can trigger allergies, including dander, hair, dried feces and saliva. In addition, pet fur can carry dust and pollen. Dander and tiny flecks of skin become embedded in furnishings, carpets and textiles.

As pets clean themselves, saliva dries on their fur. Although you may not see it, dried fecal material turns to powder and sticks to bedding and other objects your pet touches.

All these substances can become airborne and distributed throughout the house. According to the American Lung Association, breathing in these microscopic substances can trigger allergies and aggravate asthma for those who are sensitive.

Controlling Pet Allergens

There are effective ways to control pet allergens:

  • Clean your home thoroughly and regularly.
  • Wash bedding weekly in hot water.
  • Keep pets out of the bedroom and off furniture.
  • Brush and bathe pets regularly.
  • Change or clean HVAC filters every month.

Vacuum carpets, upholstery and curtains weekly. Mopping floors removes allergens, including dust and pollen. For long-term relief, talk to your HVAC contractor about upgrading to high-quality filters and purifiers.

Contact the Experts at Metz Air Control

The comfort advisors at Metz Air Control can help you keep your indoor air clean. Upgrading HVAC filters removes allergy-causing airborne pollutants that bypass standard filters.

When we come to your home, we talk with you about your indoor air quality requirements. After this assessment, we will recommend filters that work with your HVAC system to capture airborne pollutants that can affect your health. We also offer air purifiers, whole-house ventilation systems and other products that help keep indoor air clean.

For more information about improving the indoor air of your home or business, contact our experts at Metz Air Control in Chino, CA. We look forward to hearing from you.

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