Furnace Filter Change

How Often To Change Filter

A furnace filter change is a huge part of taking care of your heating system during the winter. It can mean the difference between an efficient furnace and having to have an emergency furnace repair in the middle of the winter season. Here at Anderson Air Corps we can provide you with some DIY tips on how to know when it’s time to change your filter and how often a filter change is needed. Check out these tips from our highly trained and skilled technicians when it comes to your furnace filter needs.

When To Do A Furnace Filter Change

In most cases, a furnace filter change is recommended every 60-90 days depending on the filter you use. There are some other factors that come into play that could cause you to change your filter more often. Check out those factors below and determine whether you should change your filter once a month or every 60-90 days.

Do You Have A Pet?

If you have an indoor furry pet then you should change your filter, or clean it, once a month. Multiple pets, of course, would be entail a monthly furnace filter change. If you have no animals, you can typically get away with changing it every two to three months.

What Type Of Filter Do You Use?

The type of filter affects how often you must change it as well. If you use the smaller one-inch filters, they should be changed out each month. If you have the thicker filters, those can stay in longer than the thinner ones.

Is Your Home Dusty?

Do you notice a lot of dust in your home? If so, that means you need to change the filter more often. If you notice that your home seems quite dusty, a monthly furnace filter change is preferred. If you notice just mild dust then you can stretch out the furnace filter change longer.

Do You Have Smokers In The Home?

If you have anyone who smokes in the home it is recommended to change your filter more often than normal. If you have more than one smoker in the home, again the filter should be changed monthly.

Do You Like The Windows And Doors Open?

If you keep your windows and doors open when the weather is nice, you’ll want to do a furnace filter change more often. The windows and doors can let in pollen, which will clog up your filter. The filter should be changed once a month if this is the case.

Many Factors

There are many factors that go into when and how often you should change your furnace filter. These DIY tips help give you a better time frame on when to undertake a furnace filter change. If you do not have any of these issues in your home and use a thicker filter, you can typically get away with changing it every 60-90 days. If, however, any of these above factors are included in your home, once per month is better for the furnace and your home.

A bad filter can cause breathing issues with those who have sensitive breathing to start with if you don’t. A bad filter will also make your furnace work harder. By changing out the furnace filter on a regular basis you are preventing major furnace repairs, breathing problems, and giving your family a safe environment to reside in.

Call our office at Anderson Air Corps if you have questions on furnace maintenance, furnace repair, or more DIY tips to have energy efficient homes. We can inspect your current HVAC or heating system and help you find the best way to keep your family safe, happy, and warm this winter.

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