When Is the Right Time To Change HVAC Filters?
Now that Missouri has seen the first snowstorms of the season, it is time to think about how well your furnace is running. We cannot stress enough how important routine maintenance checks on your home’s HVAC system are. If you have not already done so, we recommend that you schedule one immediately as the temperatures drop even further. Asking For Help From Your HVAC Technician While the certified HVAC technician is out at your home, ask about the filters he installs and how often they need to be replaced. Depending on the grade of filter material used, they should be replaced once a month or once every three months. The filters are easily accessible on most models and this is the only time an HVAC technician should tell you that it is OK to do that maintenance yourself. Have him show you exactly where the filter is in the system and the easiest way to remove it. Ask questions about how it should appear when it needs to be changed. An overabundance of buildup in a month’s time may indicate a serious problem that needs to be addressed by your HVAC company. Understanding the Size and Type of Filter To...
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