How often should I change my HVAC filters?

If the filter gets too dirty, it ends up restricting airflow. Lack of regular HVAC filter replacement can hurt the performance of your system. It may cause your AC to freeze, or your furnace to overheat, and breakdown. Some things to consider when deciding how often to change your filter:  

• Dust
  • Whenever your indoor air is exceptionally dusty (maybe you’re doing dust-generating home renovations), your filter will clog up faster.
• Pets
  • Sweet though they are, most pets shed fur and dander. Some of that will end up in your furnace filter.
• Allergies and Asthma
  • Does anyone in your household suffer from allergies or asthma? Clean air(remove fresh) is especially important for anyone with breathing difficulties. Changing your furnace filter more often will help improve air quality. Adding an air purifier is very helpful. We recommend an IWave Air Purifier. Please call for an estimate or to schedule an installation.
• Heavy HVAC Use
  • During particularly cold or hot Northeast Ohio weather, you’re likely to run your heating and cooling  system a lot more. This heavy use will tend to cause more dust and clogging in the furnace filter.