How Often Should You Change Your Home Air Filter?

Are you past due changing your home air filter?

During the winter and summer months, your home’s heating and cooling system is constantly moving air through the vents to either heat or cool your home. One often overlooked component of your heating & cooling system is the filter.

Your air filter removes particles from the air that you and your family breathes. The type of filter you have will determine the size of particles that are removed.
Common filtered particles include dust, lint, pollen, pet dander, smoke, and microscopic allergens.

Besides scheduling seasonal system tune-ups with Meyer & Depew, changing your air filter on a regular basis is one of the most important things you can do as a homeowner
to keep your system running in top shape. A clogged filter will not only cause the air quality in your home to decrease, but also place additional strain on your equipment.
This added strain could cause your equipment to fail earlier than it normally would.

How often should I change my filter?

Experts recommend changing your filter every 30-60 days, but this number could change based on a few factors:

Pets
Smoking
Allergies
Number of family members
Type of filter being used
Air pollution around the home

The easiest way to know when you should change your filter is to simply check it and see if it looks dirty.

Still experience odors or allergies?

At Meyer & Depew, we offer everything from basic air filtration solutions to hospital grade air purification systems that can destroy airborne bacteria, viruses, and
mold. These systems can help relieve allergy symptoms and keep you and your family breathing easy in your home. If you are interested in learning more, Click Here or call us at 908-272-2100.

Popular Appointment Times and Dates are Going Fast!

Don’t miss out – our most popular appointments, including Saturdays, always go first, especially during the warmer days. Call us today at 908-272-2100 or Click Here to schedule your appointment and know that your family will be comfortable during the hot days of summer.

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