What You Need to Know About the R-22 Phaseout Impact
November 6, 2019
When introducing a pet into your home there are many things to think about, from not allowing them to get into the garbage, to training them to go to the bathroom outside. One part of the house many forget to protect, their central heating and cooling system.
Below, you’ll find key steps to take to ensure your system and pets won’t have any problem living together.
Your playful puppy might think that the wires hanging from your unit are toys to be chewed on. One wrong chew could ruin the wiring or harm your pet. Fixing wiring could cost hundreds or thousands of dollars, and harm to the pet.
To protect your unit, wrap wiring in metal conduit tubing. This tubing will prevent your puppy from chewing through and save you money and your pets life.
All dogs shed, some more than others but it doesn’t take much fur to enter your HVAC system’s vents and affect air quality. Blockages can cut your unit’s performance and even cause damage long-term. Regularly clean around vents to prevent hair buildup and change your air filters regularly so hair doesn’t prevent air from flowing freely.
Dogs love to leave their mark. Unfortunately, that means your HVAC system might be a target. Urine can eat away at grates and corrode aluminum fins and other lines, damaging those and other parts of your HVAC system. You can install a small degrative fence to deter your dog. When adding a fence or box, remember to leave enough ventilation.
Keeping these tips in mind can save you money and the hassle of replacing anything that your loving dog did.
You can also call us at 704-771-1020 and our friendly, knowledgeable staff will help you with any questions that you may have about protecting your HVAC.
For over 20 years, Charlotte Mechanical has repaired and replaced many water heaters with our licensed and experienced technicians. They can help answer any of your questions and give you expert advice on how to keep your water heater at optimal condition. If you need your water heater maintained, repaired or replaced, schedule an appointment or call our team at 704-771-1020. We look forward to helping you and your family out!
