Air Filter | Air Conditioning Repair Plano, TX
Changing the air filter for your heating and air conditioning system is one of the few chores that you as a homeowner can provide to the system. The majority of maintenance requires a certified HVAC technician to provide it. Routine maintenance is essential for the best performance, energy efficiency and a long lifespan for your home’s HVAC system. Ignoring it will result in increased energy costs, increased heating and air conditioning repair in Plano, TX, and likely an early replacement of the system. However, changing the filter is equally important.
Purpose of an Air Filter
The air filter was created to protect the heating and air conditioning system. Without the protection of the air filter, the dirt you see on the filter would have entered the system itself. It isn’t a situation to dismiss. For example, dust entering the mechanical and electronic components creates friction, which causes wear and tear on the components. Wear, and age cause the need for increased heating and air conditioning repair in Plano, TX, costing you money.
Not changing the filter can result in a clogged filter, and serious issues can result. When the filter is clogged, air is unable to flow properly through the system. Consequently, the system works harder, causing unnecessary wear. Due to the inability to pull adequate air through a clogged filter, the pressure that is created pulls soil and debris around the filter and into the system. The result is not only a prematurely worn system, but also a dirty coil eventually resulting in poor performance and the need for air conditioning repair in Plano, TX.
The cost of a new filter each month is a small price to pay in preventing wear resulting in the need for a new heating and air conditioning installation, or air conditioning repair in Plano, TX.
Indoor Air Quality
If your goal is to improve the indoor air quality of your home, the type of filter will play a significant role. The standard blue fiberglass filter is not going to improve indoor air quality. However, the common pleated filter, and HEPA filters will. Unfortunately, HEPA filters can only be used in systems designed for them. Using the HEPA in non-approved systems will not allow air to circulate, resulting in damage, and the need for air conditioning repair in Katy.
The pleated filter, on the other hand, can be used in most systems and while not as effective as a HEPA, will provide measurable improvement. It’s still a good idea to check with your HVAC technician ensuring it is safe to use with your system.
Air Filter Changes
How often you should change the filter depends on its type, the conditions inside your home, and the system manufacturer’s recommendation. Some filters require changing every month, as with the cheap fiberglass type. Others require changing every three months, as with the majority of pleated filters. Those with pets, or environmental conditions creating excessive dust are likely to require more frequent changes than the standard monthly recommendation. A clean filter is your best dense against unnecessary air conditioning repair in Katy.
Contact our NATE certified technicians for questions regarding your system’s air filter or to schedule heating and air conditioning services. Our technicians offer the expertise you can rely on for professional installation, maintenance, and expert heating and air conditioning repair in Katy. Cypress Heating and Air Conditioning serves Katy, Plano and the surrounding areas, and are a member of the BBB with an A+ rating.
