Why you should replace your air filter this winter

December 13, 2016

Anticipatory maintenance is important in keeping your system is operating easily. This not only means getting your annual maintenance check, but also examining your air filter. Your air filter is imperative for keeping your system running well and refining your home’s indoor air quality. Because many of us will be devoting more time indoors this winter, there’s no better time to focus on improving the quality of air that is traveling within your house. Exchanging out your air filter is a simple task and there are many paybacks such as:

Enhanced Indoor Air Quality
Air filters clean your air as it moves through your house by confining contaminants. If you have a family member enduring allergies or asthma, an efficient air filter can do miracles for their health. And if you have a pet, you understand pet dander is a constant challenge. A quality, clean air filter will allow you to enjoy the air.

Extend the Life and Efficiency of Your System
A dirty air filter is one of the biggest causes of system breakdowns. When your air filter is unclean your system has to operate tougher to achieve results, which will appear on your energy costs and it can also trigger your unit to overheat. Preventative maintenance such as air filter replacement will aid in making sure that your system has a prolonged, effective life.

It’s wise to follow your filter provider’s recommendation on how often you should be exchanging your filter. Lennox sells the best MERV filter available, which will live up to one year contingent on conditions in the home. If you would like more information on the benefits of replacing your air filter, our experts are always accessible to answer any questions and help you keep your house comfortable this season and throughout the year. Give our technicans at Gordon Air Conditioning a call at 850-250-0335 to arrange an appointment with us..