The Importance of Changing the Air Filters in Your Home’s HVAC System

December 31, 2020

How old is the air filter in your home’s HVAC system? After all, they do need to be switched out every few months. In a newly-built custom home, the HVAC unit built-in will, more than likely, be top-of-the-line and best-in-class. However, let’s suppose that before you moved into your beautiful new home, you used to live in a rental property. That rental property contained townhomes with older HVAC systems that were not maintained properly. That’s why you might hear unusually loud noises coming from the HVAC cabinet. But in your new home, that is far less likely to happen.

It Prevents Unnecessary Damage
One of the most compelling reasons why changing out the air filters in your home is so important is that it prevents unnecessary damage to your existing HVAC system. Clogs might not seem like a problem now but down the line, they could get worse. After all, these issues can shorten the lifespan of your HVAC system, which means higher repair and replacement costs. Avoid neglecting your HVAC system by cleaning the dirt out of it at regular intervals!

It Improves Indoor Air Quality
For another thing, clean air filters will improve indoor air quality. It eases the discomfort caused by allergies and asthma and with the winter cold and flu season in full swing, this little change will help everyone under your roof feel much better! Dust, dust mites, pollen, and pet dander are among the most common types of indoor allergens, so decreasing indoor air pollution is essential.

It Will Save You Money
When you switch out old air filters and put in new ones, you’ll save some money. This means that operating costs will go down – although this sounds like it is more important for a commercial enterprise than a family home, you’d be surprised how much it can affect your savings account! Plus, you will be able to reduce your energy consumption which will, in turn, curb energy waste.

How Often Should You Replace the Filters?
Ultimately, the answer to this question relies on the type of filter you have been using. That said, the typical replacement window is every 1-3 months. It’s best if you swap them out every month, but depending on usage levels, you should be able to wait up to three months. Anything beyond this limit is inadvisable.

Questions? Call Cedar Square Homes Today!
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