Are you looking for the perfect air filter for your HVAC system? Look no further! Our comprehensive guide will help you understand everything you need to know about choosing the right air filter for your home. Unless you have a properly sized household air filter, you won't be able to enjoy the full efficiency of your system and filter. To make sure you get the right size, just look at the label of your current filter or measure it yourself. Most household air filters have a thickness of 1, but there are numerous standard dimensions of width and height, and some systems have thicker filters.
Air filters are made of cardboard and fiber, but they play an important role in the performance of your unit. If your filter gets too dirty, it will restrict the passage of air and cause your HVAC system to work harder than necessary, which is inefficient and causes faster wear and tear. All the air that circulates through your HVAC system to heat or cool your home will eventually pass through the air filter. For even greater performance, a MERV 8 filter can capture up to 70% of large particles in the air and up to 20% of medium particles (1.0-3.0 μm) in the air.
This not only improves the air quality inside your home but also protects your HVAC system from potential damage. When selecting a MERV filter rating, you should evaluate indoor air quality and your air quality needs. There are also additional units that can be installed together with your HVAC system that are designed for air filtration and purification. Air filters come in a variety of shapes and materials, each with different capacities and prices.
The range for standard MERV values is usually 1 to 16; the number indicates how well the filter will remove material from the air. A higher MERV filter should be used following the advice of your Service Experts Heating & Air Conditioning technician to confirm that your system has the ability to move the right volume of air through higher efficiency filters. The higher the MERV, the more restricted the airflow through the system and the more difficult it is for the system to need to work. Replacing the air filter in your HVAC system is an important part of your regular maintenance routine.
If you need additional help choosing the right filter or keeping your HVAC system in good condition, contact Bill Joplins at 888-414-4655 for all your HVAC needs.
