Abstract: An insect screen and the methods for using the insect screen are provided. The invention includes an insect screen, which can include a body having an internal volume and side walls that include mesh screen. The insect screen can also include means by which to extend the insect screen from the emergency drain line of a residential or commercial HVAC system.
Abstract: A pipe cap and methods for using the pipe cap are provided. The invention includes a pipe cap, which can include a body having one or more openings disposed therein. The pipe cap can also include a connector, and the connector can be configured to connect to a drain pipe. The pipe cap can be configured to prevent insects and animals from entering and clogging fluid drainage systems, e.g., HVAC systems.