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Changing your home’s air filter is a simple task, but unfortunately, many homeowners postpone the replacement for months. The delay becomes expensive as dirty filters might cause faults in your home’s HVAC system which often leads to costly HVAC repairs on the GTA. Additionally, dirty air filters affect air quality which in turn affects overall health.
Dirty Air Filter in Your Home Can Cause Sickness
A dirty air filter causes poor indoor air quality. One of the roles of an air filter is filtering out microscopic particles like dust, pet dander, pollen, mold, and bacteria. A blocked filter makes those particles circulate back into the home. The fault causes health-related problems, including cold-like symptoms, headaches, fatigue, and allergies that do not seem to end. Indoor air quality becomes even worse if your air filter is clogged.
How Often Should You Change Your Air Filter
The factors below determine the frequency of replacing your air filters.
• Size of the household
• Number of pets
• Allergies or asthma
At A-Plus Quality, HVAC services in Toronto, we recommend replacing 1-3 inch air filters every 30-60 days. The replacement should be more regular if you or any home residents suffer from allergies, asthma, or have pets. Rural spots and less occupied residences like vacation homes can have air filters replaced every 90 days. Check the averages below to gauge how regularly your residence requires a new air filter.
Why Change Your Air Filter Frequently?
Changing the air filter regularly increases the longevity of your HVAC system, saving the cost of possible repair and replacement. It also keeps the air cleaner, fresher and healthier, improving life quality for everyone. The third benefit saves operating costs as a dirty filter uses more energy and increases the electricity bill.
Regular changing air filters in your Toronto home makes much health, economic and environmental sense. Schedule an appointment with one of our HVAC technicians in the Greater Toronto Area from A-Plus Quality if you require assistance changing your home’s air filter. Contact us today for any questions or inquiries.
