Changing your home’s air filters is an easy, quick, and cheap task. However, many of us forget about our air filters for months which can lead to many problems in your home.
Your house is a huge financial investment that you want to protect. Clogged air filters can cause dust and debris to enter your home which can cause a plethora of issues.
By changing your air filter once a month, you can save thousands of dollars in repairs. This is why a monthly air filter change should be part of your system maintenance rotation!
So exactly how much damage can a dirty air filter cause?
The Harder Your HVAC System Works, the Higher Your Energy Bills Will Be
Your HVAC system functions through continual recirculation of air. When the airflow is impeded by dirt or debris, your system has to work much harder.
The harder the HVAC system has to work, the more energy it requires and the higher your energy bills will be.
This inefficiency becomes even more of a problem as the filter becomes increasingly clogged. Basically, anytime your system is forced to work harder than it needs to, it’s costing you a pretty penny.
Not only that, but it means that you’re getting less efficiency for your dollar.
Clogged Air Filters Decrease Air Quality
A clogged HVAC air filter means that more dust and debris will be filtered out and re-circulated back into your home. This is especially bad news for those living with allergies, asthma, or other respiratory conditions. And if you own pets, the indoor air quality will be even worse as pet hair continues to clog the system.
Changing your air filters regularly means you are taking steps to protect your family and home from poor quality air.
Inconsistent Heating and Cooling
A dirty heating/cooling system means reduced airflow which makes it very likely that you will experience inconsistent room temperatures (hot and cold spots) throughout your home.
This is not the type of thing you want during the coming cold season nor is it something to look forward to when the weather starts to get hot!
Dirty Air Filters Can Lead to Furnace Failure
Ultimately, dirty air filters can cause the blower fan to burn out which results in a system collapse. In fact, a dirty air filter is the number one reason for HVAC system failure. A full system failure can be very expensive and potentially cost thousands of dollars.
All this can be avoided by remembering to change those dirty air filters out once a month! Filter replacement is a very small step you can take to extend the life of
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